Birzeit University
One of Palestine's leading universities.
Birzeit University at a glance
Birzeit University is an education website and one of the most visited sites in Palestine, currently ranked #5 in the country. It was founded in 1924 and is headquartered in Birzeit, Palestine. Today Birzeit University is owned by Birzeit University. Our estimates put its audience at ≈ 0.7 million visits per month. The business earns money mainly through tuition fees, donor funding.
Traffic statistics
Traffic history
| Period | Visits | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | ≈ 0.7 million / month | +2% |
| Q2 | ≈ 0.7 million / month | +3% |
| Q3 | ≈ 0.7 million / month | +3% |
| Q4 | ≈ 0.7 million / month | +6% |
Traffic sources
- Organic search44%
- Direct36%
- Referral10%
- Social6%
- Paid4%
Audience & demographics
- Women51%
- Men49%
- Age 18-2434%
- Age 25-3427%
- Age 35-4419%
The audience is concentrated in Palestine, skewing urban and mobile, with usage peaks in the evening hours.
Geographic reach
- Palestine86%
Home market
- Diaspora and neighbouring markets7%
- Europe3%
- North America2%
- Rest of world2%
SEO profile
- Estimated organic traffic
- ≈ 0.2 million visits / month
- Branded share of search
- High — brand terms lead the keyword profile
- Indexed pages
- Large — category, listing or article level
- Primary search market
- Palestine
Top organic keywords
| Keyword | Position | Volume | Traffic share |
|---|---|---|---|
| birzeit university | 1 | Very high | Dominant |
| exam results | Top 10 | High | — |
| past papers | Top 10 | High | — |
| online courses | Top 10 | High | — |
Backlink profile
- Referring domains
- Tens of thousands
- Link profile
- News coverage, directories, blogs and partner sites
- Authority
- High within the Palestine web
Top referral sources
- News and media31%
- Directories and aggregators24%
- Blogs and forums20%
- Partner sites14%
- Other11%
Technology stack
Website technologies
Advertising & analytics technologies
Stack details are inferred from public front-end signals and engineering communications; internal systems may differ.
Mobile app statistics
Available in the local store
Available in the local store
- App share of traffic
- ≈ 66% mobile
- Position in country
- Among the leading education apps in Palestine
Company information
- Website
- birzeit.edu
- Sector
- Education
- Owner
- Birzeit University
- Owner type
- Private nonprofit university
- Founded
- 1924
- Headquarters
- Birzeit, Palestine
- Employees
- 1,000+
- Ownership
- Birzeit University controls the platform. Ownership details are based on public filings and press reporting.
- Languages
- Arabic, English
- Top traffic sources
- organic search, direct, referral
Financials
- Revenue
- Not publicly disclosed
- Ownership
- Private nonprofit university
- Reporting
- Figures based on public filings, press reports and market estimates
Business model & revenue
Birzeit University operates an education platform focused on Palestine. One of Palestine's leading universities. Revenue comes mainly from tuition fees, supported by the other lines listed below.
- Tuition fees
- Donor funding
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International presence
- Primary market
- Palestine
- Expansion
- Regional and diaspora audiences beyond the home market
Employee statistics
Customer statistics
Website rankings
- Country rank (Palestine)
- #5 in this index
- Sector rank
- Leading education site in Palestine
- Global rank
- Top 400,000 worldwide
What is Birzeit University?
Birzeit University (birzeit.edu) is an education platform serving users in Palestine. One of Palestine's leading universities. It ranks #5 among the most visited websites in the country in this index, within the education category.
Who owns Birzeit University?
The site is operated by Birzeit University. The company was established in 1924 and is headquartered in Birzeit, Palestine. It employs around 1,000+.
Traffic and audience
Traffic estimates place Birzeit University at roughly 0.7 million visits per month, about 0 million per day. Around 66% mobile of sessions come from mobile devices, and visitors view about 5.2 pages per visit with an average session of 9 min.
How Birzeit University makes money
Revenue comes primarily from tuition fees, alongside donor funding.
Competitors in Palestine
It competes with other education platforms active in the local market.
Data and accuracy
Company facts are drawn from public sources. Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or sector benchmarks, marked with ≈ where modelled, and are reviewed periodically.
Company history & milestones
- 1924
Birzeit University is founded in Birzeit, Palestine.
- Growth phase
Expands its education offering and moves to a mobile-first product.
- Today
Ranks #5 among the most visited websites in Palestine.
User reviews & ratings
| Source | Score | Reviews | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Play | ≈ 4.3 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| App Store | ≈ 4.5 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| Consumer review platforms | Mixed | — | Service and support are common themes |
App store ratings are solid, while consumer review platforms show the usual friction around support and service quality.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Free or low-cost access to study material
- Content aligned with the national curriculum
- Works on low-end devices
- Exam and result services in one place
Cons
- Peak-period slowdowns around exam dates
- Uneven content quality between subjects
- Limited personalised feedback
- Some features locked behind subscriptions
Key statistics
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Birzeit University?
Birzeit University is operated by Birzeit University. Private nonprofit university structure, based on public filings and press reporting.
Where is Birzeit University headquartered?
Birzeit University is headquartered in Birzeit, Palestine.
When was Birzeit University founded?
Birzeit University was founded in 1924.
How many employees does Birzeit University have?
Birzeit University employs approximately 1,000+ people.
What is Birzeit University's revenue?
Birzeit University does not publish standalone revenue; income comes from tuition fees, donor funding.
How does Birzeit University make money?
Mainly tuition fees, donor funding.
Is Birzeit University publicly traded?
No — Birzeit University is not listed as an independent public company; it is operated by Birzeit University.
How many visitors does Birzeit University get?
Third-party estimates place Birzeit University at roughly 0.7 million visits per month, mostly from Palestine, with 66% mobile traffic.
Is Birzeit University safe?
Birzeit University is an established education site founded in 1924 and ranked #5 in Palestine; use the official domain birzeit.edu and HTTPS.
Popular searches
Data sources & confidence
- Company website and public announcementsbirzeit.edu
- Third-party traffic estimation providersSimilarweb-class estimates
Visit figures are modelled, not measured
- App store listingsApple App Store, Google Play
- Press and market coveragePalestine and international business media
- Data confidence
- Medium for company facts, medium-low for traffic and financial estimates. All modelled figures are rounded and marked with ≈.
- Last updated
- September 2026
Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or derived from sector benchmarks, and are reviewed periodically.
Social media profiles & statistics
Official brand account
Announcements and support
Community and campaigns
Company and hiring updates
Brand and product videos