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WorldQuant University is restricted in Syria, as of .
Tuition-free accredited online university offering an MSc in Financial Engineering plus data science and AI programs
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Restricted for users in Syria. A community report in April 2026 confirmed the university's published policy, which bars nationals of Syria and other sanctioned countries from applying for or enrolling in its tuition-free programs, citing US sanctions regulations. The website is reachable, but Syrian citizens cannot enroll. No outreach to the institution yet.
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A community member reported that WorldQuant University restricts Syrian applicants. The university's published policy confirms this: as a US-accredited institution, it states it cannot offer its programs to nationals of Crimea, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, and Syria, citing US State Department sanctions...
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Sanctions are lifted. Most companies just haven't updated their policies. A word from inside WorldQuant can change that.
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Frequently Asked Questions
WorldQuant University is restricted in Syria. Access may require workarounds or may not be fully functional. We are monitoring the situation.
Many international services blocked access to Syria due to previous sanctions and compliance policies. Even as sanctions are being reviewed, some companies have not yet restored access. Unblock Syria tracks these services and advocates for change.
You can help by voting on this page to show demand, sharing it on social media, and contacting WorldQuant University directly to request they restore access for Syrian users.