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Jordan Ministry of Higher Education Prioritizes Support for Arab Students

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The Jordan Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research is committed to supporting Arab students at Jordanian colleges and universities. Acting Secretary General Shadi Masaadeh emphasized the ministry's focus on following up on all affairs of Arab students, recognizing their importance as representatives of their countries and ambassadors of the Kingdom upon graduation. The ministry is working to increase the number of international students by developing admission policies and strengthening good practices. Jordanian universities are also striving for excellence by offering in-demand specializations and applying global standards to improve the quality of their education.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Jordan Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research is prioritizing support for Arab students at Jordanian colleges and universities.
  • Acting Secretary General Shadi Masaadeh highlighted the ministry's attention to Arab students and efforts to follow up on all their issues.
  • The ministry is working to increase the number of international students by developing overall admission policies and strengthening previous good practices.
  • Jordanian universities are striving for excellence by offering in-demand specializations in the regional and global labor market and applying global standards to improve quality of higher education outcomes.
  • The ministry's Committee for Recruiting International Students will work to follow up on proposed issues and achieve the interests of Arab students.
  • Jordanian universities are commended for their high-quality education and graduates' competency.
  • The ministry is recognized for its role in communicating with international students and organizing activities and events.

Statistics:

  • 10 Sep 2025: Date of the meeting between Acting Secretary General Shadi Masaadeh and Arab advisors and cultural attaches in Amman.
  • Number of Arab students at Jordanian universities: Not specified.
  • Number of international students targeted for increase: Not specified.
  • Percentage of Jordanian universities offering in-demand specializations: Not specified.
  • Number of Jordanian universities applying global standards: Not specified.

Sources:

  • (Jordan News Agency) - 10 Sep 2025 "Jordan Ministry of Higher Education keen on supporting Arab students in Jordanian universities."

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