Information is exploratory. For accurate information, refer to the official website of the school.
About ADU
Abu Dhabi University (ADU) — private for-profit university. It is located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It is a young higher education institution, as it was opened in 2003.
The university is in top-580 of the best universities in the world, according to QS World University Rankings. The educational institution is in 301 position of Times Higher Education World University Ranking (THE).
At ADU, you can get a bachelor, master and doctorate degree in different fields of study.
At ADU, the academic calendar is divided into two semesters. However, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees at ADU are equal for locals and foreigners, and start from 11,307 USD per year. The university provides tuition assistance to some students through financial aid programs. They are available to both locals and foreigners. On the official website of the university, you will find all the relevant information about tuition fees and scholarships.
Accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses are all things to consider before applying to university.
To enter an undergraduate program at ADU, you should have good grades (GPA 2.5) and pass the entrance exams. Before applying to the university, you need to pass an exam for knowledge of the English language. The university accepts the results of IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score is 61. The IELTS score is not lower than 5. Upon admission, an IB diploma is accepted.
GPA
2.5
IELTS
5
TOEFL iBT
61
TOEFL PBT
500
Master's degree at ADU
The admission committee of the university takes into account the previous academic performance of the student. To confirm your level of English, you must pass IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 6. TOEFL — 79 or higher.
IELTS
6
TOEFL iBT
79
TOEFL PBT
550
Doctorate degree at ADU
If you are applying for a doctoral program, you must pass the language exam — IELTS or TOEFL. For enrollment, you need to pass IELTS with 6 points. The minimum score for TOEFL is 79.
IELTS
6
TOEFL iBT
79
TOEFL PBT
550
ADU campus
The suburban campus of ADU combines features of an urban and rural campus. It is located outside the big city, which allows you to focus on your studies. However, it is also not too far, opening up access to more types of recreation, both outdoors and in the city (theaters, museums, restaurants). 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. Student life at ADU is filled with intercultural activities, as not only local students study here, but also students from abroad. The exchange of knowledge and experience, networking and new acquaintances — all this is an integral part of studenthood.
There are many options to stay in the country after completing your studies at the university. One of them is to get an offer from an employer and apply for a work visa. Detailed information can be found on the embassy website. We talk about other options for immigration in our article.
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