BAU HISTORY

From 1960 to Today

Beirut Arab University was founded in 1960 through an initiative by Bir W Ihsan Waqf and has since developed into a distinguished non-profit institution of higher education in Lebanon.

1960 Establishment of BAU

THE BEGINNING

The Foundation of Beirut Arab University

Beirut Arab University is one of the institutions of the Bir W Ihsan. It was founded through an initiative by Bir W Ihsan Waqf, previously known as the Bir W Ihsan Association in the Tariq El-Jadideh area, with academic and logistical support from the Arab Republic of Egypt during the era of President Gamal Abdel Nasser.

The University, along with a group of pioneering universities in the Arab world, participated in founding the Arab Universities Union. Additionally, the University is an active member in several international, European, and Arab federations.

Since its inception, Beirut Arab University has maintained a distinguished academic relationship with the Arab Republic of Egypt, represented by Alexandria University, and hosts prominent Egyptian professors who, alongside their Lebanese and other international counterparts, contribute to achieving the University's strategic objectives.

Beirut Arab University is managed by a Board of Trustees, a University Council, a President, and a Secretary-General, all working together to develop strategies, execute them, and establish academic and financial plans to achieve the University's goals.

Beirut Arab University is a non-profit institution and does not receive funding from any internal or external sources.

GROWTH & EXPANSION

From One Campus to a University Across Lebanon

Throughout its history, Beirut Arab University has continued to expand its academic presence and institutional capabilities in response to the growing needs of students and society.

Today, the University's presence extends across four campuses in Beirut, Debbieh, Tripoli, and the Bekaa, creating a wider academic community across Lebanon.

4 Campuses

1960 Established

Academic Presence Beirut · Debbieh · Tripoli · Bekaa

BAU TODAY

Continuing a Long-Standing Academic Tradition

More than six decades after its establishment, Beirut Arab University continues to build on its academic foundations through education, research, innovation, and engagement with society.

Its development over the years reflects a continuing commitment to academic excellence and to preparing graduates who contribute to Lebanon and the wider region.