Colleges & Universities in the United Arab Emirates

Khalifa University

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world rank  1984

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Overview

Founded in 2007, the Khalifa University is a private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Abu Dhabi (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Sharjah. Officially licensed by the Ministry of Education of the United Arab Emirates, Khalifa University (KUSTAR) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational Emirati higher education institution. Khalifa University (KUSTAR) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 18-year-old Emirati higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this Emirati higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. KUSTAR also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Khalifa University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Khalifa University's Entity Typenot reported

Size

Khalifa University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

Khalifa University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin) جامعة خليفة
Acronym KUSTAR
Founded 2007 Origins date back to 1989
Motto Nurturing tomorrow's leaders. Growing the knowledge Economy
Colours Blue, green, yellow and red
Mascot
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University Location

Address Al-Saada Street, Opposite AbuDhabi Police HQ
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
Khalifa University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Khalifa University Phone Number (6) 561 1333
Khalifa University Fax Number (6) 561 1789
Other locations Sharjah

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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 Khalifa University 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 Khalifa University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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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 Khalifa University 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 Khalifa University.



Khalifa University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students
0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 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

Khalifa University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Khalifa University'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

This institution acceptance rate range is 0-9% making it an extremely selective higher education institution.


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


Khalifa University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

Khalifa University has more than 600 international students.

Khalifa University's Admission Office Admission Office

Sharah Campus
Sharjah 573 SHJ
(6) 561 1333
800 332211

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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

Khalifa University'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.


Khalifa University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.


Khalifa University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Khalifa University's Entity Type Entity Type

Not reported.


Khalifa University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Khalifa University'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.


Khalifa University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Khalifa University 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


Khalifa University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Khalifa University's Library


Khalifa University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Khalifa University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Khalifa University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Khalifa University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Khalifa University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Khalifa University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Khalifa University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Khalifa University'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.


Khalifa University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA)
  • Applied and Natural Science Accreditation Commission (ANSAC) of ABET
  • 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

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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 Khalifa University '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 Khalifa University'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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