Cyprus , located in the far south-eastern corner of the Mediterranean Sea , only 44 miles from Turkey , 64 from Syria and 211 miles from Egypt , it lies on the frontier between Europe and Asia , The island has always been a much desired paradise since the beginning of time. North Cyprus is about 100 miles long, 40 miles across at its widest point and has a total area of 1357 square miles, comprising nearly 36% of the island of Cyprus.

« Geography :

The geography of North Cyprus is characterized by a unique blend of mountains, plains and beaches. The Kyrenia (Five Finger) range, with its magnificent jagged limestone peaks, the highest of which is Mount Icova at 3,357 ft. runs along most of the northern coastline from a startling backdrop. To the east of the island the mountain range loses its height as it extends along the narrow peninsula known as Karpaz, or more affectionately, ‘The Panhandle’. It is here that the best beaches of Cyprus can be found, wide empty bays of the purest sand that stretch for miles. To the south of the Kyrenia (Girne) range lies Nicosia (Lefkosa), the capital of North Cyprus, through which runs the boundary, or as it is called ‘The Green Line’ separating the North from south Cyprus. The other major centers are the tourist resorts of Farnagusta (Magusa), Kyrenia (Girne) and the citrus center of Guzelyurt (Morphou).

« Nature & Climate :

North Cyprus is a coastal region which has not been affected by environmental pollution and which has got the cleanest air and sea. This clean environment is not only inhabited by people but is also chosen nesting ground by Caretta-caretta sea turtles and temporary homes for the 250 kinds of migrant birds by the hundreds. North Cyprus is famous for its wild plants spread all around the island out of the 30 kinds of orchids, 7 of them are found only in Cyprus . During the autumn season the whole island is covered with orange and lemon flowers. It's possible to (take a) swim in the sea starting from mid-May up to mid-November, since the sea temperature is approximately 21.7 °C for 7 months.

Months	January	February	March	April	May	June	July	August	September	October	November	December
Temperature ° C	18	19	21	23	27	30	36	36	32	28	24	17
Rainy Days	12	8	7	4	4	1	0	0	1	6	11	12
Water ° C Temperature	16	17	17	19	21	24	26	28	27	25	22	19

« Currency:

North Cyprus Currency is Euro. Pounds as well as travelers cheques are accepted in banks, hotels and exchange offices. Most of the credit cards are accepted in international hotels, in some restaurants and shops. There are no limits for foreign currencies brought to the island.

« Work while study :

One of the biggest advantage of studying in North Cyprus is that students are allowed to work 20 hours per week in North Cyprus .

North Cyprus is a wonderful place to gain an American education, with its excellent climate, safe environment (the crime-rate is among the lowest in the world), and low cost of living. There are numerous leisure activities, including water-sports, and international concerts and events held in idyllic locations.

Our students are assured of a warm welcome, a quality education, which prepares them for the technological future, and international, dedicated, staff who really care about their student’s past, present and future.

Please contact us for full details and applications about any of your above requirements.