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University of Jordan
The University of Jordan (Arabic: الجامعة الأردنية; abbreviated UJ or JU) is a public university located in Amman, Jordan. Founded in 1962, and it is the largest and oldest institution of higher education in Jordan. It is located in the capital Amman in the Jubaiha District of Amman. The university comprises 25 faculties and offers 91 bachelor's programs and 161 postgraduate programs. According to its published strategy, it aims to strengthen its international profile and productivity across academic fields.
Enrollment grew from about 35,000 students in the early 2000s to roughly 45,000 by the mid-2010s, surpassing 50,000 in 2019. The university reports more than 200,000 graduates. Its student body includes about 12% international students. The faculty numbers roughly 1,600 members, about one-third of whom hold the rank of full professor. Most of them earned their academic qualifications at institutions in the United States, Europe, Asia, and the Arab world, in addition to who are University of Jordan alumni. The University District is considered to be one of the most developed parts of Amman, with a rich history of education, culture, and a high population density. Also, its street is a main street and one of the most vibrant streets in the city.
In terms of international recognition, the University of Jordan has secured the top spot locally and ranked 324th globally in the QS World University Rankings for 2026. This accomplishment further solidifies its position as a leading institution within the academic landscape.
In 1962, the University of Jordan selected Jubaiha area as the construction site for its campus. Situated north of the capital, Amman, the conservatory offered ample space, picturesque views adorned with ancient cypress and pine trees, and a central location, close to significant landmarks in Jordan.
Spanning an area of 1,200 dunums, equivalent to 0.463 square miles (1.20 km2), The university's main campus in Jubaiha borders University Street (Queen Rania Street), a major road connecting eastern and western Amman. The corridor includes cafés, restaurants, hotels, and student housing, and it is a common destination for students and visitors.
The campus features twelve gates, including one on the southern side, two on the eastern side, two on the northern side, and seven on the western side, notably the University Street side, which includes the main entrance. Also, the university designates four lots for student parking: near the School of Arts (south campus), the Admissions and Registration Unit by University Street, the School of Education at the northern gate, and the Scientific Parking area on the eastern side of the scientific faculties.
Aqaba Campus is the southern branch of the University of Jordan. It is located in Aqaba, Jordan, and it was established in 2009 as part of a national strategy to expand higher education and spur development in the Aqaba region. His Majesty King Abdullah II laid its foundation stone in April 2009. The campus occupies a distinguished location on the northern outskirts of Aqaba. The campus has developed a range of facilities and infrastructure to support student life. It features modern academic buildings. Recreational and sports facilities are also part of the campus, such as a multi-purpose gymnasium for indoor sports and other leisure amenities available to students. In 2024, the university began construction of a dedicated women's dormitory within the campus.
Before the University of Jordan was founded, Jordanians repeatedly called for establishing a national university. In the 1950s, many students pursued higher education abroad. In 1962, a British Army delegation met with the commanders of the Jordanian Army to negotiate terms for aid from the British government intended to help with the establishment of the University of Jordan. Before issuing the royal decree, King Hussein bin Talal discussed the project with Prime Minister Wasfi al-Tal, and they agreed to proceed. The king tasked al-Tal with leading the university's establishment. The royal decree stated:
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University of Jordan
The University of Jordan (Arabic: الجامعة الأردنية; abbreviated UJ or JU) is a public university located in Amman, Jordan. Founded in 1962, and it is the largest and oldest institution of higher education in Jordan. It is located in the capital Amman in the Jubaiha District of Amman. The university comprises 25 faculties and offers 91 bachelor's programs and 161 postgraduate programs. According to its published strategy, it aims to strengthen its international profile and productivity across academic fields.
Enrollment grew from about 35,000 students in the early 2000s to roughly 45,000 by the mid-2010s, surpassing 50,000 in 2019. The university reports more than 200,000 graduates. Its student body includes about 12% international students. The faculty numbers roughly 1,600 members, about one-third of whom hold the rank of full professor. Most of them earned their academic qualifications at institutions in the United States, Europe, Asia, and the Arab world, in addition to who are University of Jordan alumni. The University District is considered to be one of the most developed parts of Amman, with a rich history of education, culture, and a high population density. Also, its street is a main street and one of the most vibrant streets in the city.
In terms of international recognition, the University of Jordan has secured the top spot locally and ranked 324th globally in the QS World University Rankings for 2026. This accomplishment further solidifies its position as a leading institution within the academic landscape.
In 1962, the University of Jordan selected Jubaiha area as the construction site for its campus. Situated north of the capital, Amman, the conservatory offered ample space, picturesque views adorned with ancient cypress and pine trees, and a central location, close to significant landmarks in Jordan.
Spanning an area of 1,200 dunums, equivalent to 0.463 square miles (1.20 km2), The university's main campus in Jubaiha borders University Street (Queen Rania Street), a major road connecting eastern and western Amman. The corridor includes cafés, restaurants, hotels, and student housing, and it is a common destination for students and visitors.
The campus features twelve gates, including one on the southern side, two on the eastern side, two on the northern side, and seven on the western side, notably the University Street side, which includes the main entrance. Also, the university designates four lots for student parking: near the School of Arts (south campus), the Admissions and Registration Unit by University Street, the School of Education at the northern gate, and the Scientific Parking area on the eastern side of the scientific faculties.
Aqaba Campus is the southern branch of the University of Jordan. It is located in Aqaba, Jordan, and it was established in 2009 as part of a national strategy to expand higher education and spur development in the Aqaba region. His Majesty King Abdullah II laid its foundation stone in April 2009. The campus occupies a distinguished location on the northern outskirts of Aqaba. The campus has developed a range of facilities and infrastructure to support student life. It features modern academic buildings. Recreational and sports facilities are also part of the campus, such as a multi-purpose gymnasium for indoor sports and other leisure amenities available to students. In 2024, the university began construction of a dedicated women's dormitory within the campus.
Before the University of Jordan was founded, Jordanians repeatedly called for establishing a national university. In the 1950s, many students pursued higher education abroad. In 1962, a British Army delegation met with the commanders of the Jordanian Army to negotiate terms for aid from the British government intended to help with the establishment of the University of Jordan. Before issuing the royal decree, King Hussein bin Talal discussed the project with Prime Minister Wasfi al-Tal, and they agreed to proceed. The king tasked al-Tal with leading the university's establishment. The royal decree stated:
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