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List of documents required for admission to doctoral programs:

 

  • Copy of ID card
  • 2 photos, both printed and electronic (recorded on CD)
  • Application form
  • Diploma certifying at least Master's degree or equivalent academic degree.
  • Notarized copy of diploma supplement/mark sheet;
  • Proof of English language proficiency on B2 level or Bachelor or Master Degree Diploma of a program taught in English Language; In case an applicant does not possess above mentioned documents, she/he will have to pass Caucasus School of Business admission exam in English Language at B2 level; (In other cases, the candidate is required to pass the B2 level entrance exam in English for the Economics school;)
  • A research thesis in English that matches the candidate's research interests;
  • Previous publications in the relevant field and participation in scientific research projects and events and at least 2 years of work experience in the relevant field;
  • Two letters of recommendation (prepared in English);
  • Resume (CV) in Georgian and English;
  • Passing score in Math admission exam of Caucasus School of Economics;
  • Successful interview with Admission Committee of Caucasus School of Economics;
  • Online registration.

 

* Terms and conditions of admission are approved by the Admissions Committee and published on the university's website.

 

Important dates:

 

  • The deadline for submitting documents for the doctoral program is – 5 September 2025; (Working days: Monday to Friday: 09:00 to 18:00 - Room: B26);
  • Documents can be submitted electronically via email: mjinchveleishvili@cu.edu.ge Or hard copies at the following address: Caucasus University, Paata Saakadze 1;
  • English language test: 13 September 2025;
  • Math Exam: 13 September 2025;
  • Applicant's interviews with CSB Admissions Commission: 17 September 2025.

 

Tuition and funding:

 

  • The cost of a three-year doctoral program is 13,500  GEL. (Information on tuition fees for foreign nationals can be found here)
  • Students pay the amount on a semester basis. 2250 GEL per semester.
  • At the end of the first year, honors doctoral students will be able to obtain a grant from Caucasus School of Business, the amount of which is GEL 4,500, so this grant will fully fund the third year tuition fees.