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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%
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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.
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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