This article provides a list of reputable universities and online education platforms that Afghan girls can use to continue their studies online. It includes approximate registration dates and key points for each institution. University of the People (UoPeople) UoPeople is an internationally recognized American university that operates entirely online, offering tuition-free bachelor’s and master’s degree programs—particularly beneficial for Afghan girls. The university uses a distance-learning model, with only minimal fees for processing documents. Programs include Business Administration, Computer Science, and Education. Virtual University of Afghanistan (VUA) The Virtual University of Afghanistan is a national project supported by the Ministry of Higher Education of Afghanistan, providing quality online education for all Afghans, especially women. It offers bachelor’s, master’s, and short courses in Dari and Pashto, taught by both national and international professors. Open University (UK) A prestigious UK-based university that offers distance learning globally. With a flexible structure, it is a great option for Afghan girls who wish to study diverse fields such as Social Sciences, Technology, Languages, and Public Health. English language proficiency is required. edX / Coursera (Academic and Professional Online Courses) edX is an online learning platform founded by top universities such as Harvard and MIT, offering free and paid courses at undergraduate, graduate, and professional certificate levels. Afghan girls can study in fields like Computer Science, Business, Project Management, and Health Sciences, with certificates available. Coursera is one of the world’s largest online learning platforms, partnering with leading universities to offer free and paid courses in various subjects, such as Programming, Interpretation, Economics, and Psychology. Asian e-University (AeU) AeU is a regional university based in Malaysia, offering both online and on-campus programs. It provides bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs in English, with no visa requirement for Afghan students. Kardan University (Online Division) Kardan University is a private and reputable Afghan institution offering online programs in Business Administration, Computer Science, and International Relations for students unable to attend in person. Islamic Online University (IOU) An Islamic-focused online university offering programs in Islamic Studies, Education, Psychology, and Islamic Economics. It is ideal for Afghan girls interested in religious education with an academic perspective. Summary Table University / Platform Degree(s) Registration Dates Language(s) Website University of the People Bachelor’s, Master’s Mid-Jan, May, Sep English uopeople.edu Virtual University of Afghanistan Bachelor’s, Master’s Spring & Fall (annual) Dari, Pashto vu.edu.af Open University (UK) Bachelor’s, Master’s Oct, Feb, Jun English open.ac.uk edX / Coursera Various Always open English, others edx.org / coursera.org Asian e-University Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD Jan, Jul English aeu.edu.my Kardan University Bachelor’s Spring, Fall Dari, English kardan.edu.af Islamic Online University Bachelor’s, Master’s Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct English, Arabic islamiconlineuniversity.com