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American University in Bulgaria

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world rank  3603

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Overview

Founded in 1991, the American University in Bulgaria is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Blagoevgrad (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Sofia. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of Bulgaria, American University in Bulgaria (AUBG) is a very small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational Bulgarian higher education institution. American University in Bulgaria (AUBG) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as 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 33-year-old Bulgarian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this Bulgarian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. AUBG 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 Bulgaria's Control Typeprivate

Entity

American University in Bulgaria's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

American University in Bulgaria' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small sized

Selectivity

American University in Bulgaria's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin) Американски университет в България
Acronym AUBG
Founded 1991
Motto Come here. Go anywhere.
Colours White and blue
Mascot Griffon
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University Location

Address 1 Georgi Izmirliev Square
Blagoevgrad
2700 Blagoevgrad
Bulgaria
American University in Bulgaria's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
American University in Bulgaria Phone Number (73) 888 111
American University in Bulgaria Fax Number (73) 888 444
Other locations Sofia

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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 Bulgaria 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 Bulgaria'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 American University in Bulgaria 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 Bulgaria.



American University in Bulgaria: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

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

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


American University in Bulgaria'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 70-79% making it a moderately 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


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

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


American University in Bulgaria's Admission Office Admission Office

1 Georgi Izmirliev Square
Blagoevgrad 2700
(73) 888 111


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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 Bulgaria's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


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

This institution's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


American University in Bulgaria's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


American University in Bulgaria's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


American University in Bulgaria's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


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

Not reported


American University in Bulgaria 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 Bulgaria's Library University Library

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American University in Bulgaria's Housing University Housing

Yes


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

Yes


American University in Bulgaria's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


American University in Bulgaria's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


American University in Bulgaria's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


American University in Bulgaria's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


American University in Bulgaria's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


American University in Bulgaria's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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 Bulgaria's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

American University in Bulgaria is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education and Science of Bulgaria

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2012


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • National Evaluation and Accreditation Agency, Bulgaria
  • New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)


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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 Bulgaria's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • NECHE
  • GLAA
  • AAC&U
  • AAICU
  • AMICAL
  • NALIS
  • AMBA


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 Bulgaria '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

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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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