Accreditations and Affiliations

PU earns the Premiere Status institutional accreditation from ASIC

Phoenicia University holds International Accreditation from ASIC (Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges, and Universities) with Premier Status for its commendable Areas of Operation.

ASIC Accreditation is a leading, globally recognized quality standard in international education. Institutions undergo an impartial and independent external assessment process to confirm their provision meets rigorous internationally accepted standards, covering the whole spectrum of its administration, governance, and educational offering. Achieving ASIC Accreditation demonstrates to students and stakeholders that an institution is a high-quality education provider that delivers safe and rewarding educational experiences and is committed to continuous improvement throughout its operation.

About ASIC: One of the largest international accreditation agencies operating in 70+ countries, ASIC is recognized in the UK by UKVI - UK Visas and Immigration (part of the Home Office of the UK Government), is ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management Systems) Accredited and is a Full Member of The International Network for Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education (INQAAHE), a member of the BQF (British Quality Foundation), a member of the International Schools Association (ISA), and an institutional member of EDEN (European Distance and E-Learning Network).

PU membership in the Association of Arab Universities (AARU)

PU proudly holds membership in the Association of Arab Universities (AARU). Established in 1964 by a resolution from the Arab League, AARU, comprising 280 Arab Universities, is a non-governmental organization with an independent legal recognition. AARU's mission is to assist and coordinate the endeavors of the Arab Universities in fostering capable graduates dedicated to serving their communities, preserving their unified culture and civilization, and contributing to the development of natural resources.

PU membership in the International Association of Universities (IAU)

PU is proud to be a member of The International Association of Universities (IAU), a prestigious non-governmental organization dedicated to higher education. With over 600 member institutions and organizations spanning across 130 countries, IAU is an official partner of UNESCO.

Licenses and Teaching Authorizations for Colleges and Academic Programs at PU granted by the Lebanese Ministry of Education and Higher Education