University College Qiriazi (Kolegji Universitar Qiriazi) is a private higher education institution located in Tirana, Albania, dedicated to academic excellence, innovation, and the preparation of future leaders. It offers accredited study programs at the Bachelor, Master, and Professional Diploma levels in diverse fields, including Economics and Business, Law, Education, Social Sciences, Information Technology, Tourism, and Food Technology.

With an 18-year history of success, University College Qiriazi stands as one of the first non-public higher education institutions in Albania.
Founded in 2006, the College proudly honors the name and legacy of three iconic figures of Albanian national education: the Qiriazi sisters — Sevasti and Parashqevi — and Kristo Dako. These pioneers, who in 1922 established the Kyrias Women’s Institute (Instituti Femëror Kyrias) within the same historic building that now houses the College, created a true “national nest” (fole kombëtare) of learning and enlightenment. Their extraordinary contributions laid the foundation for women’s education, intellectual freedom, and cultural progress in Albania.

This deep historical connection remains at the heart of the institution’s identity — the emblem of University College Qiriazi, now and in the future, continues to symbolize the brilliant legacy of these three remarkable national figures and their enduring influence on Albanian education.

Building upon that heritage, University College Qiriazi has developed into a modern and forward-thinking academic center, offering programs that combine theoretical knowledge with practical skills, academic rigor with innovation, and tradition with progress. Its mission is to empower students through quality education, ethical values, and professional competence — preparing graduates to thrive in a competitive global environment.

Today, Qiriazi is widely recognized for its student-centered philosophy, high employability rates, and active participation in international collaborations, including Erasmus+ and other European mobility programs. Through these initiatives, the College opens doors for students to gain global perspectives while maintaining a strong sense of national pride.

In essence, University College Qiriazi is more than an academic institution — it is a living continuation of a century-old mission to educate, inspire, and uplift generations, carrying forward the spirit of the Qiriazi family and Kristo Dako into Albania’s modern educational future.