American University in Dubai (AUD)

Why This University

Specialised Strengths / Niche Programmes

AUD offers an American-style liberal education with a strong emphasis on global exposure, intercultural understanding, leadership, communication, and industry relevance. The university has well-established programmes in Business Administration (AACSB accredited), Engineering (ABET accredited), Architectural & Interior Design, Communications & Media.

Location Advantage

AUD is located in Dubai Media City on Sheikh Zayed Road—a hub for media, advertising, marketing, communication, and business services. This gives students strong opportunities for internships, networking, and industrial exposure in these sectors.

Academic Stats

Acceptance Rate

Approximately 74%

Graduation Rate

Targeted increase from 58% to 66% within six to eight years from 2014

Tuition Fees (Annual)

Undergraduate: AED 29,400 per semester Graduate: AED 66,150 to 112,500 annually

Student-Faculty Ratio

Not publicly disclosed

Application Deadline

Early applications up to March/April; late applications through July/August for Fall semester

Quick Facts

Year Established

1995

Accreditation

Licensed by the UAE Ministry of Education

Campus Size

Located in the heart of Dubai, offering state-of-the-art facilities

Setting

Urban

Mascot / Colors

The AUD Knights; official colors not specified

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Ranking Highlights

Global or National University Ranking

Ranked #621–630 in the QS World University Rankings

Program-Specific Ranking

Ranked #180 in the QS Global Employability University Ranking

Regional Ranking

Ranked #10 in the QS Arab Region University Rankings

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Contact Information

Location

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Phone

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Email

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Commonly Asked Questions

AUD offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across its six schools: Business, Engineering, Architecture/Art & Design, Arts & Sciences, Education, and Communication

Yes, licensed by the UAE Ministry of Education, and accredited in the USA by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). The Business School is also AACSB-accredited.

A secondary school/ high school certificate recognised by the UAE or equivalent. Proof of English proficiency (e.g. IELTS or TOEFL) or equivalent. Sometimes placement exams (Math/English), depending on the program.

You can apply through the Study From UAE portal by completing your profile or apply via AUD’s official application portal for the desired intake

For a full course load (12-16 credits), undergraduate: ≈ AED 51,515 per semester. The per credit cost (for part-time or overload courses): approx AED 4,456 per credit.

Yes, there are multiple scholarships and waivers, including full/partial tuition waivers for outstanding students; special scholarships for media, ICT fields; and waivers for graduate students (alumni, etc.).

Yes, there are on-campus halls of residence: 4 buildings (2 male, 2 female), with double/shared occupancy and single rooms, private bathrooms, kitchens, study areas, etc.

Students have access to well-equipped academic buildings, labs, library, computer labs, sports facilities (courts, pool, soccer field), student housing, health/medical support in halls, study lounges etc.

AUD is well regarded in the UAE as a private American-style university with strong accreditation credentials. It is recognised for its business, engineering, media/communication, and architecture programs.

American University in Dubai (AUD): Programs, Fees, Rankings, Admissions

Dubai, United Arab Emirates • Private

Why This University