Ilia State University

We will tell you everything you need to know about as an International student desiring to study at Ilia State University in Tbilisi. Learn about ISU’s rich history, programs for international students, tuition fees, admission, and how to apply to study at ISU”

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Ilia State University is a Public University Founded in 2006 on the basis of several different institutions.

Currently, over 30 research institutes and laboratories are actively engaged in research and graduate teaching at Ilia State University. Research and training continues to the graduate level through Master and PhD programs integrated in the School of Graduate Studies and supported by research institutes, centers and laboratories.

ISU is committed to internationalization by attracting top-notch research institutions, policy analysts and field experts as potential partners. At present, Ilia State University comprises four schools – Arts and Sciences, Business, Law and Engineering & Natural Sciences – each offering distinctive training in their respective direction and in-depth research opportunity in social sciences, humanities, life sciences, earth sciences, and hard sciences.

Research is encouraged at Ilia State University as the core higher education activity and the strategy to recruit and retain the best academics and researchers is in place. It has attracted well-known, high-quality academic staff not only at home, but also from abroad. Ilia State University generates a significant amount of resources, including the best share from its annual budget, to offer opportunities for growth and to ensure retention on campus. This has resulted in having the best research citation index in Georgia.

At ISU, Research and Innovation is not regarded as a standalone process. Rather, it is viewed on multiple levels of institutional departments, researchers and various staff dealing with the advancement of the university’s mission. Yet, it is possible to single out two key units, the Office of Development and the Department of Quality Assurance, which are both responsible for research related activities.

With regard to Responsible Research and Innovation (RRI), ISU has been at the forefront of science communication and science education for the general public, key stakeholders, education and science community, including secondary school system and society. The university community is convinced that science and related activities must be connected and linked to society.

As a young and innovative university in the Caucasus region, ISU has to face certain structural, ideological and educational challenges resulting from the past as a member of the Soviet Union, and from political instabilities in the recent past. Therefore, the necessity to implement RRI has been recognised and fostered. Due to its unique cultural background, Ilia State University will be able to provide valuable insights into the perception of RRI by citzens, and into culture-specific progress and obstacles concerning RRI implementation.

It is, therefore, an important part of NUCLEUS concentrating on civil society. It also will valuably contribute to a cultural comparison between scientific systems and different approaches to implementing RRI, especially with regard to science communication and popularization, science education and public engagement. Moreover, Ilia State University has offered to become a NUCLEUS, actively embedding RRI into their university’s governance and testing RRI strategies in a unique academic environment.

The Number 1 Research University in South Caucasus (SCImago Institutions Rankings)
300 Professors & 1000 lecturers
23 Bachelor & 49 Graduate (Master and Ph.D.) Programs
15,978 Students
Around 30 Research Institutes & Centers
301 Researchers, 90 Ongoing Research Projects
Over 30 Million Gel Income from International Donors in 2006-2018
The Number 1 Choice for Georgian Freshmen since 2015

Ilia State University (ISU) offers:

Student-centered teaching
Practice-based curriculum
Exchange and double degree program opportunities
Internationalization at hoe
Competitive tuition fees and affordable living expenses
Unforgettable student life

Ilia State University welcomes around 5,000 freshmen every year at all levels of higher education. Ilia State University strives to meet each student’s needs and help them reach their potential. Ilia State University equips its students with an all-round experience to provide them with the necessary knowledge, skills, and confidence in order to achieve future career goals. Ilia State University provides an advanced and dedicated academic community where the students can learn from experts and gain the qualification they are looking for.

Following degree programs are offered in English:

Bachelor of Business Administration in Tourism or Management (BBA)

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Bachelor of Computer Engineering

Master of Science in Applied Genetics

Additionally, Ilia State University offers dual or double degree programs with its international partners:

Central and East European, Russian and Eurasian Studies (CEERES) (Erasmus Mundus International Master Program)

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (San Diego State University & ISU Two Diploma Degree Program)

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering (San Diego State University & ISU Two Diploma Degree Program)

MBA and MA in International Business (University of Applied Sciences Burgenland, Austria & ISU Double-Degree Master Program)

Transdisciplinary “Lehmann-Haupt International Doctoral Programme” (Georg-August-University of Göttingen & ISU)

Research at Ilia State University

ISU unites around 30 Research Institutes and Centers, covering wide range of fundamental and applied sciences. Over 40 % of leading scientist in Georgia are conducting their research within various institutes and centers of ISU. With the highest citation index in Georgia, Ilia State University ranks first in SCimago Institutions Rankings in the region of Caucasus.

International Partnerships

ISU cooperates with over 500 partner HEIs and organizations in all corners of the world in different capacities: we have around 100 Partnership Agreements, 60 ongoing Exchange Programs within Erasmus +, more than 70 international grants, including EU funded projects with ISU’s coordination.

DURATION OF PROGRAMS in ILIA STATE UNIVERSITY

Duration of the course in Ilia State University varies from 2 to 6 years depending on the chosen program.

INTAKE FOR ILIA STATE UNIVERSITY

The course at Ilia State University usually commences in March & September. It is one of the Most Reputed Universities in Georgia. They have limited seats for international students. Admission Process is Always open, Students better start applying for this University As soon as possible Because the Seats are Limited.

MEDIUM OF TEACHING IN ILIA STATE UNIVERSITY

The medium of instruction for All Programs is English

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR PROGRAMS in ILIA STATE UNIVERSITY

Grade 12^th Results. (Equivalent to A-Level)
1 Passport-size photographs
Passport
Transfer Certificate (For Transferring Students)
Transcript of Grades & Syllabus (For Transferring Students)

To Apply Send your Documents to ISU@Study-Georgia.ge

ELIGIBILITY FOR ADMISSION IN ILIA STATE UNIVERSITY

The basic eligibility for All Programs in Georgia at the Ilia State University

High School Diploma
English medium education
Valid passport
Good Level of English writing and speaking skills
Video Interview
Entrance Exam in Biology/Chemistry for General Medicine / Medical Doctor Applicants
Entrance Exam in Mathematics for Civil Engineering and Electrical & Electronic Engineering Applicants

Study In ISU

Some important information that you should know.

Bachelor & One-Step Programs

Bachelor of Business Administration in Management/Tourism – $3 000 / Yearly
Bachelor of Computer Engineering – $3,500 / Yearly
Bachelor of Computer Science – $ 3,500 / Yearly
Bachelor of Civil Engineering – $ 3,500 / Yearly
Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering – $ 3,500 / Yearly
Medicine – $ 5,300 / Yearly

Masters Programs

Master of Business Administration – $ 3,500 / Yearly
Master of Applied Genetics – $ 3,000 / Yearly
Master of Public Health and Health Policy (MPH) – $ 3,000 / Yearly

Admission Requirement

To get Admission at Ilia State University simply fill our Application form or send all the required documents to isu@study-georgia.ge

List of the required documents:

1. Copy of the passport
2. High School Certificate or BA degree Diploma (for MA degree applicants) along with
transcript;
3. Application fee payment receipt.
4. Video Interview (Contact us for sample)

Application Status:

After submission, within the 7 working days of fulfilling the application requirements, we will send you an official offer letter from the Ilia State University, Georgia. On the basis of the signed offer letter, Study-Georgia will start enrollment procedure. Translation, notarization, recognition and enrollment procedures take approximately 2 – 4 weeks.

ISU has no deadline for admission. However, the University has two intakes. tudents can get admission to either join Fall Academic Session (September batch) or the Spring Academic Session (February/March batch).

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Visa and Immigration

As soon as the enrolment procedure will be successfully completed, Ilia State University will send you an official invitation letter which – together with other documents – will be required for the applicant to apply for a studying VISA to the closest Georgian Embassy

For more information about the visa regime for your country’s nationals and stateless persons residing in the relevant countries, see our Georgian Visa and Residence Permit for Students guide.

For Visa application-related issues, contact isu@study-georgia.ge for professional support.

ISU Dormitory/ Accommodation.

Currently, ISU does not have hostels on campus for foreign students. However, apartments and flats are cheap around the university’s vicinity we will help you regarding it.