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About AUS
American University of Sharjah (AUS) — private non-profit university. It is located in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. The higher education institution was founded not so long ago — in 1997 — which is why it is considered one of the youngest in the country. AUS is a member of MSA, AA&CU, ABET, RIBA, ACSA, NAAB, ASCAAD.
The university is among the top-330 best institutions in the word, according to QS International Ranking. Times Higher Education World University Ranking (THE), places the university in 601 position in the world.
AUS does research in different fields of study and invites students to bachelor and master programs.
- Location
- Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
- Establishment year
- 1997
- Students
- 4,476
- International students
- 3,603
- Female students
- 53%
- Acceptance rate
- 80%
Place in ratings
By subject
Subject | Place in QS 2024 |
---|---|
Accounting & Finance | 151-200 |
Social Sciences & Management | 351 |
Engineering & Technology | 365 |
Arts & Humanities | 375 |
AUS tuition fees
As in many other universities in the country, the academic calendar at AUS is divided into two semesters. But for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. For foreigners, the tuition fee at AUS depends on the program and starts from 18,995 USD per year. The university has several financial aid programs that help students cover part of the cost of education. For up-to-date information on scholarships and the cost of education for each program, check the official website of the educational institution.
Accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses are all things to consider before applying to university.
- Academic calendar
- Semesters
- Financial Aid
- Yes
- Bachelor
- Foreign20,994USD/year
- Master
- Foreign18,995USD/year
Study programs at AUS
Physical Sciences
Environmental Sciences
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Mathematics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Physics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Sciences & Management
Economics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
International Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Mass Communication
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Psychology
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Visual Communication
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Languages, Literature & Linguistics
English Language and Literature
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Engineering & Technology
Chemical Engineering
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Civil Engineering
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Engineering
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Electrical Engineering
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Industrial Engineering
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Chemistry
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Science & IT
Business Administration - Management Information Systems
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Engineering
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Science
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Multimedia Design
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Accounting & Finance
Business Administration - Accounting
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Business Administration - Economics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Business Administration - Finance
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics & Business Management
Business Administration - Accounting
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Business Administration - Economics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Business Administration - Finance
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Business Administration - Management
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Business Administration - Management Information Systems
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Medicine
Biology
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Chemistry
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Sciences
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Psychology
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Arts & Humanities
Architecture
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Design Management
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Interior Design
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Multimedia Design
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Visual Communication
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Sciences & Management
Translation and Interpreting English - Arabic - English
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Arts & Humanities
Urban Planning
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Education & Training
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Part-time
Languages, Literature & Linguistics
Translation and Interpreting English - Arabic - English
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Physical Sciences
Mathematics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Part-time
Computer Science & IT
Computer Engineering
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Mechatronics Engineering
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Engineering & Technology
Biomedical Engineering
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Chemical Engineering
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Part-time
Civil Engineering
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Engineering
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Construction Management
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Accounting & Finance
Accounting
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Finance
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Economics & Business Management
Accounting
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Engineering Systems Management
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Finance
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Master of Business Administration
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Mathematics
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Part-time
AUS campus
The educational institution has a suburban campus. This means that students study close to a big city and can quickly get to it by public transport. At the same time, this location allows you to create a close-knit student community, since all events are held on campus. The university students have access to the library. It is an integral part of learning. Students come here for educational literature or to do their homework. The exchange of intercultural experience occupies a special place in training at AUS. The educational institution regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs and organizes various joint events.
- Campus Type
- Suburban
- Library
- Yes
What to do after graduation
There are several options to stay in the country after graduation. One of them is to get an offer from an employer and apply for a work visa. Read more about this on the embassy website. Look for more immigration options in our article.
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