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About AAU
Al Ain University (AAU) — private for-profit university. It is located in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. It is one of the youngest higher education institutions in the country.
It is one of the best institutions in the world. In QS World University Rankings 2025, it is among top-550. The educational institution is in 401 position of Times Higher Education World University Ranking (THE).
AAU does research in different fields of study. You can find them on the official site.
Location
Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
Establishment year
2004
Students
2,918
International students
1,515
Female students
54%
Acceptance rate
70%
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As in many other universities in the country, the academic calendar at AAU is divided into two semesters. But for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees at AAU are different for locals and foreigners. United Arab Emirates citizens pay 2,042 USD per year, while international students pay a minimum of 7,500 USD. The cost of education and the availability of scholarships can be checked on the official website.
When choosing an educational institution, it is necessary to take into account additional costs: accommodation, transportation, educational materials, meals and personal expenses.
Academic calendar
Semesters
Bachelor
Local2,042USD/year
Foreign7,500USD/year
Master
Foreign7,500USD/year
AAU campus
The campus of AAU is located in Al Ain. The urban campus is suitable for those students who, firstly, are used to independence, and secondly, cannot imagine their life without the hustle and bustle of a big metropolis. The university has a library, in the collection of which you will find not only textbooks and scientific works, but also works of the classics, modern literature and much more. The exchange of intercultural experience occupies a special place in training at AAU. The educational institution regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs and organizes various joint events.
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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