Description

Cyprus is a small European country about the size of Connecticut. It is an island located in the northeastern corner of the Mediterranean Sea. The geography of Cyprus includes the central plain, the Mesaoria, which is bordered by the Kyrenia and Pentadactylos mountains to the north, and the Troodos mountain range to the south and west. There are also scattered, but significant, plains along the southern coast. Cyprus is endowed with golden beaches with clear blue waters, pine-scented forests and a superb climate. Cyprus is the sunniest country in Europe with over 300 days of sun annually. The environment is one of the healthiest in the world according to the World Health Organization and is relatively unspoiled by industrialization.

The Cyprus economy is booming and political stability has been firmly established for over thirty years. In May 2004, the Republic of Cyprus became a member of the European Union. As one of the region's leading business centers, the island enjoys advantages in tourism, consultancy, shipping, telecommunications, banking, and insurance. Crime and violence is rare by US and Western European standards.

The Cypriot people have been famous since antiquity for their hospitality and the warm and friendly welcome they extend to visitors. Due to the geographic separation of the Greek-Cypriot and Turkish-Cypriot communities following the Turkish invasion in 1974, Greek now predominates in the free south and Turkish in the occupied north. However, English is widely understood on both sides of the island, especially among the younger generations. Cyprus is known for its vast amount of foreigners from all over the world that travel here to live, as well as for vacation. This has also contributed to the continuation of English as a semi-official language. Reflecting the two dominant populations, Cypriot cuisine has evolved as a fusion of Greek and Turkish cuisine with local twists to well known dishes. Further influences are evident from neighboring countries, namely Arabic and Middle Eastern cuisine.

Cyprus also has intriguing historical locations such as the legendary site of Aphrodite's birthplace which is close to the coastal cliffs near Paphos. She is the goddess of beauty and love. The Ruins of ancient Salamis near Famagusta, the Kourion Theatre outside the city of Limassol, the Kolossi Castle, and the Centaur floor mosaic in Paphos are just a few other examples of great places to see. Since the dawn of recorded history, Cyprus has been one of the most sought-after areas of the region. Ancient Greeks, Egyptians and Romans, along with Crusaders, Byzantines, Franks and Ottomans, have all left a remarkable legacy for the modern visitor to explore.

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University of Nicosia - Global Semesters

» Summer 2025

Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Summer in Cyprus: Physical Therapy	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Mizzou Summer in Cyprus: Health Management + Internship	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Mizzou Summer in Cyprus: Nursing + Internship	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Mizzou Summer in Cyprus: Physical Therapy + Internship	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Mizzou Summer in Cyprus: Pre-Med + Internship	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	NCAT Summer in Cyprus: Business	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	NCAT Summer in Cyprus: Engineering	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	NOVA Int'l Accounting and Blockchain Summer in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	NOVA Int'l Business and Blockchain Summer in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	UNC Chapel Hill Summer in Cyprus: Physical Therapy	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos	UNC Greensboro Summer in Cyprus: Digital Currency and Blockchain Technology	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos	Summer in Cyprus: Digital Currency and Blockchain Technology	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	UNC Chapel Hill Summer in Cyprus: Engineering	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	UNC Chapel Hill Summer in Cyprus: Blockchain and Cryptocurrency	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Summer in Cyprus: Pre-Med	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	WVU Summer Nursing in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	UNC Greensboro Summer in Cyprus: Pre-Med	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	UNC Greensboro Summer in Cyprus: Nursing	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	UNC Greensboro Summer in Cyprus: Health Sciences	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	UNC Chapel Hill Summer in Cyprus: Pre-Med	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	UNC Greensboro Summer in Cyprus: Animal Science	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Summer in Cyprus: Nursing	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Summer in Cyprus: Int'l Relations	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Summer in Cyprus: Animal Science	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Summer in Cyprus: Int'l Marketing	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Summer in Cyprus: Health Management	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Summer in Cyprus: Engineering	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Summer in Cyprus: Art & Photography	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Summer in Cyprus: Music	Apply ›
Nicosia	UNC Greensboro Summer in Cyprus: Physical Therapy	Apply ›
Nicosia	UNC Chapel Hill Summer in Cyprus: Nursing	Apply ›
Nicosia	UNC Chapel Hill Summer in Cyprus: Art and Photography	Apply ›
Nicosia	UNC Chapel Hill Summer in Cyprus: Animal Science	Apply ›
Nicosia	Summer in Cyprus: Pharmacy	Apply ›

» Fall 2025

Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	University of Rochester Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	University of Tampa Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Illinois State University in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	University of Denver Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	SUNY Farmingdale Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Bridgewater Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Wellesley Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	UNC-Greensboro Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	UNC-Chapel Hill Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Susquehanna in Cyprus: Business	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Susquehanna in Cyprus: Science & Engineering	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Susquehanna in Cyprus: Performing Arts	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Susquehanna in Cyprus: Humanities & Social Sciences	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Susquehanna in Cyprus: Health Sciences	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Susquehanna in Cyprus: Custom	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Semester in Cyprus: Art and Design	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Susquehanna in Cyprus: Art & Design	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Semester in Cyprus: Performing Arts	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Semester in Cyprus: Humanities and Social Sciences	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Semester in Cyprus: Health Sciences	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Semester in Cyprus: Custom	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Semester in Cyprus: Business	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	NC A&T Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	MUOHIO Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	George Mason University - Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Semester in Cyprus: Science and Engineering	Apply ›

» Spring 2026

Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	University of Michigan Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	University of Tampa Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	SUNY Farmingdale Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	University of Denver Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Illinois State University in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Famagusta, Kyrenia, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Bridgewater Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Susquehanna in Cyprus: Art & Design	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Wellesley Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	UNC-Greensboro Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Susquehanna in Cyprus: Science & Engineering	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Susquehanna in Cyprus: Performing Arts	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Susquehanna in Cyprus: Humanities & Social Sciences	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Susquehanna in Cyprus: Health Sciences	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Susquehanna in Cyprus: Custom	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Susquehanna in Cyprus: Business	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	MUOHIO Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Semester in Cyprus: Science and Engineering	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Semester in Cyprus: Performing Arts	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Semester in Cyprus: Humanities and Social Sciences	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Semester in Cyprus: Health Sciences	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Semester in Cyprus: Custom	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Semester in Cyprus: Business	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Semester in Cyprus: Art and Design	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	NC A&T Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	Mines in Cyprus: Mechanical Engineering Cohort	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	George Mason University - Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›
Ayia Napa, Larnaka, Limassol, Nicosia, Pafos, Troodos	WVU Nursing Semester in Cyprus	Apply ›