American University in Dubai
(AUD)
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private
profit
higher education institution in United Arab Emirates.
AUD was established in 1995. The university has an urban campus in Dubai.
University ranking. American University in Dubai is one of the top educational institutions in United Arab Emirates that never leaves the country’s top 5 places to study. Despite being one of the youngest universities of United Arab Emirates, American University in Dubai ranks high in international ratings. Every year the university manages to get into the top 5% of the best world universities. Thanks to the good standing among the employers of United Arab Emirates, the graduates of AUD find employment quite easily.
Application process and the cost of tuition. For evaluation the university uses the applicant's academic performance and examination results. The academic year is divided into semesters like in many other educational institutions of United Arab Emirates. A year of bachelor studies will cost you around 19,000 USD. Those who wish to get their master’s degree here should be ready to spend at least 20,000 USD per year. Despite this the students can apply for scholarships provided by the university. It is important to check for current tuition fees on (http://www.aud.edu) with the desirable faculty in mind.
The composition of the university. American University in Dubai belongs to small universities, with a capacity of only 2400 students. The admission committee accepts the applications from foreign citizens. More than a half of the students here are foreigners. The academic makeup of AUD includes around 117 teachers. The amount of foreign specialists is very considerable. The university is an active participant of international programs aimed at academic exchange of students between the educational institutions. University’s social media profiles can give you more information about the students and current events: Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, Linkedin.
Infrastructure of AUD. The students have access to the university’s library. The students can live on campus if the apply for a dormitory room.
University ranking. American University in Dubai is one of the top educational institutions in United Arab Emirates that never leaves the country’s top 5 places to study. Despite being one of the youngest universities of United Arab Emirates, American University in Dubai ranks high in international ratings. Every year the university manages to get into the top 5% of the best world universities. Thanks to the good standing among the employers of United Arab Emirates, the graduates of AUD find employment quite easily.
Application process and the cost of tuition. For evaluation the university uses the applicant's academic performance and examination results. The academic year is divided into semesters like in many other educational institutions of United Arab Emirates. A year of bachelor studies will cost you around 19,000 USD. Those who wish to get their master’s degree here should be ready to spend at least 20,000 USD per year. Despite this the students can apply for scholarships provided by the university. It is important to check for current tuition fees on (http://www.aud.edu) with the desirable faculty in mind.
The composition of the university. American University in Dubai belongs to small universities, with a capacity of only 2400 students. The admission committee accepts the applications from foreign citizens. More than a half of the students here are foreigners. The academic makeup of AUD includes around 117 teachers. The amount of foreign specialists is very considerable. The university is an active participant of international programs aimed at academic exchange of students between the educational institutions. University’s social media profiles can give you more information about the students and current events: Twitter, Youtube, Facebook, Linkedin.
Infrastructure of AUD. The students have access to the university’s library. The students can live on campus if the apply for a dormitory room.
| Ranking | 603 4 |
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| Country | United Arab Emirates |
| City | Dubai |
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Bachelor (citizens)
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22,704 USD/year. |
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Master (citizens)
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3,403 USD/year. |
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Bachelor (foreigners)
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22,704 USD/year. |
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Master (foreigners)
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19,995 USD/year. |
| Living expenses | $1,214 -1,938 USD/month |
| Official Website | www.aud.edu |
General information
| Finance type | For-profit |
| Organization type | Private |
| Established | 1995 |
| Abbreviation | AUD |
| Teachers | 117 |
| Students | 2,356 |
| Foreigners | 83% |
| Religion | None |
| Academic calendar | Semesters |
| Admission | Based on grades and examinations |
| Gender limitation | No limits |
| Campus type | Urban |
| Housing | Available |
| Financial aid | Available |
| Exchange programs | Available |
| Library | Available |
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Accreditation • Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, UAE |
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Affiliations • The Institute of International Education • The Association of International Education • The European Association of International Education • President’ • s Club Member of the American Business Council of Dubai and the Northern Emirates • The Clinton Global Initiative |
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Rankings
| World ranking | 603 |
| Country ranking | 4 |
| Employer Reputation | 211 |
| International Faculty | 2 |
| International Students | 3 |
| International rankings | |
|---|---|
| UniPage World University Ranking | 603 |
| QS World University Rankings | 552 |
Cost of living in Dubai
| Expenses - USD/Month | Min. | Med. |
|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | 758 | 1,086 |
| Food | 185 | 347 |
| Transportation | 52 | 101 |
| Communications and utilities | 146 | 151 |
| Clothing | 27 | 102 |
| Sports and leisure | 46 | 151 |
| Total | 1,214 | 1,938 |
| Accommodation in Dubai | USD/Month |
|---|---|
| Shared room outside of centre | 766 |
| Shared room in city centre | 1,097 |
| 1 bedroom apartment outside of centre | 1,132 |
| 1 bedroom apartment in city centre | 1,662 |
Alternative title
| Arabic | الجامعة الأمريكية في دبي |
| fa | دانشگاه آمریکایی دبی |