American University in Dubai
ranked #91 in Arab Region Rankings 2024
Description of American University in Dubai
- Established: 1995
- Location: Dubai, UAE
- Language of instruction: Arabic, English
- Number of students: 3000
- Type: private.
The American University was established in 1995: it is still the only accredited American university in the Gulf countries. The main student body is local residents and foreigners who want to get an American education.
The institution has been accredited by the Commission on Colleges (COC) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
Programs and prices, tuition fees in American University in Dubai
Undergraduate
- Duration of study: 3 years
- Start date: September, January
- Form of study: full-time
- Language of instruction: Arabic, English.
Specialty:
- Accounting
- Marketing communication
- Finance / Banking
- Management
- Network and Infrastructure Design and Administration
- Application Development for Commerce Industry
- Database Development and Operations
- Electrical Engineering (with the option to concentrate in Telecommunications)
- Computer engineering
- Radio, Television & Cinema
- Civil Engineering.
Master
- Duration of study: 2 years
- Start date: September, January
- Form of study: full-time
- Language of instruction: Arabic, English.
Qualified Masters Degree in Business Administration.
Accommodation, meals, prices
A large amount of funds from the university’s budget was spent on the construction of a comfortable hostel for more than 500 students. High-speed Internet operates throughout the territory, sports complexes are built separately for men and women, laundry facilities, study rooms, modern kitchens and dining rooms are working.
Advantages
- University strives to adhere to American policy and academic practice
- The main goal is to provide support to students in the pursuit of further education.
- For students whose language level is lower than required, English courses are available
- Students whose performance is “Excellent” have the opportunity to receive grants from Nokia
- The development of students' skills in teamwork and social existence
- The policy of introducing innovative programs.
Facilities and equipment at American University in Dubai
Dubai is a tourist center in the Persian Gulf. The campus is located in the city itself, the hostel and the library are in close proximity to the educational building.
Classrooms are equipped with computer and interactive technology, sports complexes, reading rooms, cafeterias and shops work.
The American University library deserves special attention, the fund of which totals more than 150 thousand items.
Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol
In order to become a student at the American University of Dubai, an applicant must provide:
- Certificate of general secondary education
- TOEFL certificate confirming the required level of a foreign language (min. 550 / CAT 213 or 4.0 TWE or Internet Based 79-80 / w24)
- Two letters of recommendation from high school teachers.
In addition, you need to pay:
- Registration fee
- Margin
- Package of visa documents
- Health insurance.
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about American University in Dubai
Irene
(22.09.2022)
Good afternoon.
My son is studying at the HSE in St. Petersburg in the first year.We would like to transfer to a prestigious university in Dubai. Where to start and what do you need to do?
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Manager Smapse
Irina, good afternoon!
Our specialist has contacted you by mail.
Anastasia
(24.06.2022)
Hello, will it be possible to enroll in the AUD after the 11th grade? If so, how?
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Smapse
Good afternoon! Yes of course! We have some excellent universities in Dubai. After the 11th grade, you may need to complete the Foundation program and then enroll in the first year. We have written to you by e-mail, we will be happy to help!
Sagdiana
(24.12.2021)
Good afternoon! I want to know how popular the legal magistracy is in Dubai.Thank you!
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SMAPSE
Good afternoon, there are a lot of international companies there and they need specialists in the field of law, with knowledge of English. We can help you with enrollment in a master's program in the UAE universities.
Olalekan Abiola
(05.11.2021)
I want to enroll my son Abdullah starting in January to study computer science.
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Manager SMAPSE
Dear Olalekan Abiola,
Thanks for contacting us
Our experts will contact you for a consultation
Christiana
(15.06.2021)
How do I get enrolled into university of Dubai
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SMAPSE
I have sent you an e-mail.
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