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For Internal University Use Only. The following information is intended for internal university use and has been provided as a reference for graduate admissions only. |
International applicants should be directed to the public page.
Requirements for Jordan
Jordan
International Admission Requirements
Minimum Equivalent Qualifications
For admission to a Graduate Certificate or Diploma the requirement is a degree equivalent to a Simon Fraser University 4-year bachelor’s degree with a minimum overall grade equivalent to a B-.
Minimum Equivalent Qualifications
For admission to a master’s program, the qualifications listed are normally recognized as equivalent to a Simon Fraser University 4-year bachelor’s degree with minimum overall grade requirements.
Required Credential or Degree
Bachelor’s degree
Minimum Overall Academic Standing
80% on a percentage scale
Required Credential or Degree
Master’s degree
Minimum Overall Academic Standing
80% on a percentage scale
Applicants with a degree from this country are required to submit proof of English language competency.
Grading System
Jordan University of Science and Technology (effective 1986/1987)
| Percentage | Description |
|---|---|
| 92-100% | Distinction |
| 84-91% | Excellent |
| 76-83% | Very Good |
| 68-75% | Good |
| 60-67% | Pass |
| 0-59% | Fail |
University of Jordan (effective 1992/1993)
| Percentage | Description |
|---|---|
| 85-100% | Excellent |
| 76-84% | Very Good |
| 68-75% | Good |
| 60-67% | Satisfactory |
| 0-59% | Fail |
University of Jordan (effective 1995/1996)
Point Ratings Rating of Agregate Average
| Letter Grade | Point Range | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 4.0 A | 3.70-4.00 | Excellent |
| 3.5 B+ | 3.00-3.69 | Very Good |
| 3.0 B | 2.50-2.99 | Good |
| 2.5 C+ | 2.00-2.49 | Satisfactory |
| 2.0 C | blow 2.0 | Weak |
| 1.5 D+ | ||
| 1.0 D | ||
| 0.0 E |
Yarmouk University (effective 1987)
| Percentage | Description |
|---|---|
| 90-100% | Excellent |
| 80-89% | Very Good |
| 70-79% | Good |
| 60-69% | Pass |
| 0-59% | Fail |
- Original transcripts are, in general, easy for students to obtain. Transcripts may be issued in English or Arabic. The transcript and graduation certificate are usually issued together.