South Mediterranean University

  • Tunis , 
  • Tunisia
English
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At a glance

2002

Est.

1.6k

Students

45%

Acceptance rate

1.8k€

Semester tuition

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Available subjects

English-taught
  • 📊 Accounting & Finance , 
  • 📈 Business & Management Studies , 
  • 📡 Communication & Media Studies , 
  • 💻 Computer Science & Information Systems , 
  • 💹 Economics & Econometrics , 
  • 🏨 Hospitality & Leisure Management , 
  • 🌐 Politics & International Studies

About

The South Mediterranean University (SMU) is Tunisia’s first English-language hub of academic excellence, offering a dynamic range of undergraduate, graduate, and engineering programs, along with executive education, professional seminars, and language courses.

With a multidisciplinary approach, SMU is dedicated to shaping visionary entrepreneurs and leaders equipped to thrive in a globalized economy. It stands as the only university in Tunisia to hold four of the world’s most prestigious accreditations: EFMD (European Foundation for Management Development), AMBA (Association of MBAs), AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), and ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), reinforcing its commitment to world-class education and excellence.

Rankings and accreditations

1st

Business school in Tunisia and Francophone Africa to achieve the "Triple Crown" accreditation

Top 1%

Of business schools worldwide

CFA

Institute affiliated university

Academic calendar

Fall semester

Early September

–

Late December

⚠️ Application deadline:

August 1
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Spring semester

Early January

–

Mid-Late May

⚠️ Application deadline:

December 1
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Prerequisites

English 🇬🇧

CEFR level
B2
Accepted certificates
TOEFL iBT, IELTS
Additional notes

Free movers are expected to meet the same requirements regarding English qualifications as regular students​.
International students: may request to take our English test online if necessary.​
English assessment waived if degree program at home university is taught fully in English​.
Proof of B2 (CEFR), 75 (TOEFL iBT) or 6.0+ (IELTS)

Expense breakdown

Housing

700 TND/mo

Food

450 TND/mo

Transport

100 TND/mo

Leisure

200 TND/mo

Semester tuition

6,200 TND

Living expenses (5 months)

7,250 TND

Travel & trips

5,000 TND

Estimated semester cost

18,450 TND

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Lifestyle

Life in

Tunis

Accommodation

The International Programs department offers assistance with accommodation through a private realtor.​

  • Shared Apartment: 250-300 USD/month
  • Studio: 300-400 USD/month
  • Individual Housing (Northern Suburbs): 600-700 USD/month

For more details, you can email: [email protected]

Social and extracurricular activities

SMU warmly welcomes over 1600 students from diverse backgrounds, hailing from various parts of the country and beyond, enriching our academic community with a tapestry of cultural perspectives, beliefs, and economic backgrounds. This vibrant diversity fosters an environment aimed at cultivating open-minded, critical thinkers prepared to confront global challenges.

To expand horizons beyond the confines of classrooms, our campus hosts numerous clubs and associations offering extracurricular and co-curricular activities. From initiating social projects with Enactus, to fundraising for charitable causes with Lions, to fostering leadership and Innovation with IEEE, and excelling in competitions through the SMU Sports Club, students have ample opportunities to pursue their passions, learn, and grow both on and off campus. SMU students are continually evolving, exploring, and passionately pursuing their interests, shaping a dynamic learning community.

Visa and immigration

Students from most countries will enter Tunisia on a 90-day entry visa upon arrival.

For passport holders outside of the US, Canada, EU and MENA region, please verify Visa Free entry applies to your home country.

If you are required to apply for a visa prior to entry, SMU International Programs will assist you on the application process.

Upon acceptance and enrolment, the SMU International Programs team will inform you of what will be required for your residency permit and how to proceed.

Climate

Fall semester

Early September

–

Late December
🌡️ 10°C to 33°C

Late-summer heat dominates September and often stretches into October. The weather gradually cools, with November and December bringing more clouds and occasional rain, but still plenty of sunshine.

Spring semester

Early January

–

Mid-Late May
🌡️ 9°C to 28°C

Winter stays mild with comfortable daytime temperatures. Spring quickly warms up and becomes drier, delivering consistently pleasant conditions ideal for seaside living and cultural explorations.

Campus location

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