FOR DEGREE-SEEKING APPLICANTS

Ilia State University offers internationally oriented degree programs with admissions open twice a year.

Applicants are advised to review the requirements of their chosen program, prepare all necessary documents, and submit an online application. Please note that admission requirements may vary depending on the program.

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Ilia State University offers a diverse selection of academic programs, including those taught in English.

To explore available programs, follow the link below, filter by language of instruction, and browse the full list.

For the Fall Semester of the 2026–2027 academic year, the following programs are open for admission:

FACULTY OF BUSINESS, TECHNOLOGY AND EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree Programs

Computer Engineering (ABET Accredited)
Computer Science
Civil Engineering
Electrical and Electronic Engineering

FACULTY OF NATURAL SCIENCES AND MEDICINE
Master’s Degree Program

Master of Applied Genetics
Master of Atmospheric and Near Space Sciences

Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency at CEFR level B2 to be eligible for English-taught programs.

Applicants must provide one of the following:

An official international English language certificate (minimum required scores are available here)
A confirmation letter from a school, college, or university stating that English was the language of instruction

Applicants who cannot provide the above may take an online institutional English test (aligned with CEFR B2) by requesting it through the application form.

Applicants from countries where English is the primary language are exempt from this requirement.

Entrance exams (in English, Mathematics, Physics, Biology, or Chemistry, depending on the program) are conducted online via Zoom.

Applicants invited to take an exam will receive detailed instructions via email. Please ensure that all technical and procedural requirements are followed.

Exam guidelines are available here

The application fee is 150 USD and is non-refundable. It is payable after receiving preliminary approval of the application.

The fee covers:

Processing application
Translation of documents into Georgian
Notarization and certification
Processing for recognition and enrollment through the National Agency (www.eqe.ge)

If the applicant completes these procedures independently, the application fee may be waived.

Payment details are available here

Get to know the application process

Step 1 – Submit Application
Complete the online application form.

Step 2 – Application Review
Receive feedback within 7 business days.

Step 3 – Exam / Interview (if required)
Attend required assessments.

Step 4 – Preliminary Approval
Review terms and pay the application fee.

Step 5 – Document Processing (up to 2 weeks)
Documents are translated, certified, and submitted.

Step 6 – Enrollment & Tuition Payment
Sign the agreement and pay tuition within 5 days.

Step 7 – Invitation Letter
Receive official invitation and supporting documents

Step 8 – Visa Process
Apply for a D3 study visa if required.

Step 9 – Plan Arrival
Attend pre-departure orientation, arrange travel, and inform admissions.

Rule on Admission of Foreign Citizens to English-Taught Programs at Ilia State University Without Unified National Examinations / General Graduate Examinations

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM	DURATION	TUITION FEE (1 ACADEMIC YEAR / 2 SEMESTERS)
FACULTY OF BUSINESS, TECHNOLOGY AND EDUCATION
Bachelor of Computer Engineering	4 years	5000 $
Bachelor of Computer Science	4 years	4500 $
Bachelor of Civil Engineering	4 years	4000 $
Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering	4 years	4000 $
FACULTY OF NATURAL SCIENCES AND MEDICINE
Master of Applied Genetics	2 years	3200 $
Master of Atmospheric and Near Space Sciences	2 years	3200 $

Ilia State University has two admission intakes per year:

Fall Semester: July 30

Spring Semester: December 15

The International Students and Program Marketing Office offers consultation for prospective applicants.

Visiting hours:

Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday – from 3 pm to 6 pm;
Thursday and Friday – from 10 am to 1 pm.
Address: T 106 room, 45, I. Chavchavadze Ave. 0162 Tbilisi, Georgia

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