OC Media reported on 26 June 2026 that Georgia will stop accepting new foreign students to its state universities starting with the 2026–27 academic year. The move is part of a government policy change that will directly affect international applicants who had been considering low-cost public higher education in Georgia. Students already enrolled should immediately confirm their status with their university.
Impact on students from Jordan and the Middle East is practical and time-sensitive. Many Jordanian applicants choose Georgia for lower tuition and English-language programs in medicine and engineering. With state universities closed to new internationals, applicants must either (1) shift applications to Georgian private universities that still admit foreign students, (2) expedite applications to alternative countries, or (3) seek places at universities in Azerbaijan, Turkey, or EU states. ICEF Monitor has recently highlighted Azerbaijan as an increasingly affordable and higher-ranked alternative for international students, which may become more attractive following Georgia’s decision.
What students should do now: contact any Georgian state university where you have an offer to confirm whether existing offers remain valid; check private Georgian universities for available seats; and open parallel applications to alternative destinations. Most fall intake application windows close in July–September 2026 for many universities — act immediately. If you rely on scholarships or student visas, verify whether those benefits will still apply and whether visa processes are affected by the policy change.
Students already enrolled in Georgian state universities should obtain written confirmation from their institution on their ability to complete their studies and on any changes to tuition, scholarship or residency status. Transfer options should be explored early: ask your current university for official transcripts and course descriptions to speed credit-transfer evaluations. For prospective students, compare costs, language of instruction, accreditation and clinical placements (for medical programs) before switching applications.
Shatnawi for College Admissions and Academic Consultations can help Jordanian students assess alternatives quickly: we offer application counseling, scholarship searches, transfer-credit evaluations and visa guidance for Georgia, Azerbaijan, Turkey and EU programs. We can also contact Georgian institutions directly to confirm offers and deadlines. Contact Shatnawi to review your current application strategy and open backup options.
For immediate help, message Shatnawi on WhatsApp at +962791888699 or visit shatnawiedu.com for consultation and step-by-step support with deadlines, transfers and visa paperwork.