Decree 180 of 2026 Gives Syrian Students Extra Chances at Universities
Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa has issued Decree 180 of 2026, granting additional chances to students who exhausted their allowed enrollment attempts at Syrian universities, institutes, and postgraduate programs, offering them a path to resume their studies.
Key points
- Decree 180 of 2026 grants exhausted-chance students extra enrollment opportunities.
- The decree covers universities, institutes, and postgraduate studies in Syria.
- It was issued by President Ahmad al-Sharaa.
- Application procedures and deadlines have not yet been announced.
What is Decree 180 of 2026
Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa issued Decree 180 of 2026, which grants additional chances to students who have exhausted their enrollment attempts at universities, institutes, and postgraduate programs. In the Syrian higher-education system, a student is considered to have exhausted their chances after using up all permitted registration attempts under Ministry of Higher Education regulations without completing graduation requirements.
Who benefits from the extra student chances
The decree covers three categories of study: undergraduate university students, institute students, and postgraduate students in master's and doctoral programs. For context, years of conflict, displacement, conscription, and economic hardship in Syria forced many students to drop out, and this measure offers a route back to academic life for those whose enrollment rights had lapsed.
- University undergraduates who exhausted their enrollment chances.
- Institute students who used up their registration attempts.
- Postgraduate students in master's and doctoral programs.
What this means for Syrians
The decree opens a door for thousands of Syrian students inside the country and in the diaspora whose education was interrupted before completion. A university degree remains a basic requirement for many jobs in Syria and abroad, and re-enrollment opportunities are decisive for those whose studies stopped under difficult circumstances. Syrian diaspora members who left before finishing their degrees may also follow how the decree is implemented.
How students can benefit from the decree
No application mechanism or deadlines have been announced yet. The Ministry of Higher Education is expected to issue implementing instructions clarifying application conditions, required documents, and eligible faculties. Students hoping to benefit are advised to follow official announcements from the ministry and universities before taking any practical steps.
Frequently asked questions
What is Decree 180 of 2026 in Syria
It is a decree issued by President Ahmad al-Sharaa granting additional enrollment chances to students who exhausted their permitted attempts at Syrian universities, institutes, and postgraduate programs, allowing them to resume and complete their studies.
Who qualifies under Decree 180 for extra chances
Students who exhausted their enrollment chances in universities, institutes, and postgraduate studies in Syria qualify. This includes both first-degree undergraduates and postgraduate master's and doctoral students.
How do students apply under Decree 180
Application procedures and deadlines have not been announced. The Ministry of Higher Education is expected to issue implementing instructions covering conditions, documents, and eligible faculties, so students should monitor official announcements from the ministry and universities.
Does the decree cover postgraduate students
Yes. The decree issued by President Ahmad al-Sharaa explicitly grants extra chances to students who exhausted their attempts in universities, institutes, and postgraduate studies, meaning master's and doctoral students are included.
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