Colleges & Universities in the United Arab Emirates

American University in Dubai

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world rank  4231

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Overview

Established in 1995, the American University in Dubai is a for-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Dubai (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially licensed by the Ministry of Education of the United Arab Emirates, American University in Dubai (AUD) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational Emirati higher education institution. American University in Dubai (AUD) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 30-year-old Emirati higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. AUD also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

American University in Dubai's Control Typeprivate

Entity

American University in Dubai's Entity Typefor-profit

Size

American University in Dubai' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

American University in Dubai's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin) الجامعة الأمريكية في دبي
Acronym AUD
Founded 1995
Motto Where potential is turned into success
Colours Blue
Mascot AUD Knights
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University Location

Address Sheikh Zayed Road, Interchange 5, Exit 32; PO Box 28282
Dubai
DubaI
United Arab Emirates
American University in Dubai's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
American University in Dubai Phone Number (4) 399 9000
American University in Dubai Fax Number (4) 399 8899
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of American University in Dubai is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify American University in Dubai's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

Click here to explore a list of , or if they are not available yet, search for them with our powered by Google. We are constantly adding university courses and programs worldwide with the cooperation of university representatives.

You can also explore our Guide to University Programs and Courses to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects and salary expectations for careers associated with more than 8,100 programs and courses.


Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of American University in Dubai categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at American University in Dubai.



American University in Dubai: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students
17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

American University in Dubai's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


American University in Dubai's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


American University in Dubai's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


American University in Dubai's Admission Office Admission Office

Sheikh Zayed Road
Dubai 28282
(4) 399 9000


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

American University in Dubai's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.


American University in Dubai's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


American University in Dubai's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


American University in Dubai's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a for-profit higher education institution.


American University in Dubai's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


American University in Dubai's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


American University in Dubai's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


American University in Dubai is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


American University in Dubai's Library University Library

Yes Visit American University in Dubai's Library


American University in Dubai's Housing University Housing

Yes


American University in Dubai's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


American University in Dubai's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


American University in Dubai's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


American University in Dubai's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


American University in Dubai's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


American University in Dubai's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


American University in Dubai's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


American University in Dubai's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

American University in Dubai is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education of the United Arab Emirates

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1996


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important American University in Dubai's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA)
  • Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS)
  • International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE)
  • International Advertising Association (IAA)
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important American University in Dubai's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Institute of International Education (IIE)
  • European Association for International Education (EAIE)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the American University in Dubai 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of American University in Dubai's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


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Free Online Courses

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This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


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