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Study in Qalqilya

This guide explains student life in Qalqilya, Palestine, including an estimated monthly student budget of $670, Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, rainy winters., Judea and Samaria Entry Permit for study purposes (issued by Israeli COGAT authorities). guidance, 1 universities. Explore verified details for Palestine below.

Qalqilya, Palestine
Qalqilya, Palestine — photo via Wikimedia Commons

Student living overview

Estimated monthly total
$670
Climate
Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, rainy winters.
Safety score
20/100
English friendliness
30%
Student visa
Judea and Samaria Entry Permit for study purposes (issued by Israeli COGAT authorities).
Work while studying
International students are not permitted to work on a study permit in the West Bank.

Estimated monthly costs in USD

  • Rent$250
  • Food$320
  • Transport$40
  • Leisure$60

Rent is for aroom in the Al-Quds University guest house for international students.

Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.

Potential advantages

  • Affordable cost of living compared to Western cities
  • Deeply immersive Arabic language and cultural experience
  • Close-knit community environment

Considerations

  • Severe movement restrictions and checkpoints
  • Ongoing political instability and security risks
  • Limited infrastructure and resources for international students

Student housing in Qalqilya

Explore published residence details, room options and provider information for Qalqilya, Palestine. Confirm prices and availability directly with each provider.

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Universities in Qalqilya

No published university profiles are currently linked to this city.

Official sources

As Al-Quds Open University in Qalqilya does not publish student costs and Palestine lacks a published national proof-of-funds requirement, figures are based on the official 2022 international student rates from Al-Quds University (AQU) in Abu Dis, converted to USD. Figures apply to 2022.

Figures for Qalqilya are taken from the published official student budgets listed below, shown in USD for a typical student. Costs vary by housing, lifestyle and exchange rate — always confirm fees, visa and work rules with the university or the official government source before you commit. Cost year: 2022. Last reviewed October 2026.

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