*All the above-mentioned dates are subject to change.

Applicants must have successfully completed twelve (12) years of formal schooling and hold one (1) of the following secondary school qualifications:

• Lebanese Baccalaureate;
• French Baccalaureate;
• International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma;
• British Curriculum qualifications consisting of:
  • A minimum of five (5) Ordinary Level (O-Level) subjects and three (3) Advanced Level (A-Level) subjects; or
  • Six (6) Advanced Subsidiary (AS-Level) subjects with a minimum grade of D.

Second language subjects shall not be counted toward the minimum subject requirement.

• Any other official secondary school qualification recognized as equivalent to the Lebanese Baccalaureate by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE).

N.B.: Please note that SGUB does not currently offer a Freshman Program. Applicants must therefore meet the requirements for Sophomore-level admission to be considered for final acceptance.

Admission Process

• Click on Apply
• Fill and submit the Application Form
• Follow the instructions sent to you by email after submission
• Check your email regularly for any updates

Required documents

• Application form
• Passport or national identity card;
• Passport-sized photograph;
• Official G10 and G11 secondary school transcripts;
• English results (Check English Proficiency tab)
• SAT score or SGUB Proficiency Exam (if required)
• Official baccalaureate diploma certified from MEHE or its equivalency or graduation certificate – When available
• Application fees payment

Note:

The physically submitted documents and files remain valid at SGUB Admissions only for the year of application

SGUB uses a flat-rate tuition structure for undergraduate students.

For the 2026–2027 academic year, the tuition rate was USD 450 per credit. Students enrolled in 15–18 credit hours were charged the equivalent of 15 credit hours. Students registered for fewer than 15 credit hours were charged on a per-credit basis, while credits exceeding 18 were charged separately at the per-credit rate.

Please note: Tuition rates are subject to change for future academic years. The applicable tuition rate for 2027–2028 will be announced accordingly.

Language Requirements by Program

• Biology, Chemistry & Information Technology

  Exams Accepted: SAT or SGUB Entrance Exam.

  * Students may also submit an official English proficiency test (IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo) alongside their SAT or SGUB exam to qualify for higher-level English courses

• Nursing

  Exams Accepted: English proficiency tests (IELTS, TOEFL, SAT, Duolingo) or SGUB English exam

  Note: Only the English language component is required for the file review for the Nursing program.

English levels and placement

ENGL201 – Academic English I (3cr.)
This course is offered during the academic year and develops students’ academic writing and critical thinking skills through essays, class discussions, and presentations on a variety of topics. It also enhances students’ analytical, lexical, collaborative, and communication abilities needed for university-level academic work.

ENGL200 – Preparatory English (5 cr.)
This course is offered during the academic year and focuses on developing students’ listening, speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension skills required for academic success. Students will practice essay writing, grammar, vocabulary, research documentation, and oral communication through discussions, presentations, and academic tasks.

ENGL000 – Intensive English Course
This intensive preparatory course is offered prior to the start of the academic year during the summer before the first Fall semester. It is designed for students placed through the SGUB English Proficiency Test and aims to help them build the language foundation necessary for academic success at SGUB. The course focuses on strengthening students’ university-level English skills, particularly in speaking, writing, grammar, reading, and academic communication.

Details regarding the course schedule and cost will be shared with you early in Summer