Study in Tunisia
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Welcome to South Mediterranean University:
Tunisia, a North African country, in the heart of the Mediterranean with daily connections to major cities throughout the region. By air, Tunis is less than an hour from Rome, two hours from Paris, and between 2 and 3 hours from any other major city within the EU. Tunisia is a diverse and tolerant country, highly educated, open-minded, with a mosaic of cultural backgrounds. It is a known touristic destination for its coastlines but offers much more than that. Politically, it is a vibrant and young democracy with unprecedented freedom for women, including its ranking as the first Arab country to appoint a female Prime Minister.
Life in Tunisia
- Discover the area
SMU’s Campus is located in Lac 2, an important financial and diplomatic district.
Within 10-15 minutes driving distance from:
- Sidi Bou Said, La Marsa, La Goulette and Carthage.
- Ain Zaghouan: a growing residential area.
- Major supermarkets and shopping centers.
- Numerous restaurants and nightlife spots
- Housing
International Programs department offers assistance with accommodation through a private realtor.
- Getting a Bank Account
In order for you to open a bank account, you need the following documents:
- A copy of your Residency card (Carte de Sejour)
- A copy of your certificate of registration at SMU
- A copy of the first page of your passport
- Living costs
| Expenses | Approximate amount in USD |
|---|---|
| Shared apartment | Between 90 and 150 |
| studio | Between 180 and 260 |
| Individual housing (northern suburbs) | Between 290 and 440 |
| Food | Between 90 and 180 |
| Local transportation | Around 73 |
| Books and school materials | Included in the tuition fees |
| Clothing and personal expenses | Depends on the student’s requirements |
- Health
SMU Campus has a doctor and a full-time nurse available in the infirmary, SMU also has a partnership with La Rose Hospital (5mins away from campus) for emergencies and on-campus sickness or accidents. For your mental health SMU Advising and Counselling Center is available for all SMU students.
