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Abu Dhabi University (ADU)

Abu Dhabi
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About

Abu Dhabi University's College of Business is one of only two percent of business schools worldwide to hold the prestigious AACSB and EQUIS double accreditation. Many of its engineering programs in the College of Engineering are accredited by ABET. ADU is ranked 1st in the UAE for the teaching pillar by the 2025 Times Higher Education Rankings The main campus is in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE, offering access to major government institutions and a thriving economic environment. ADU also has campuses in Al Ain, Dubai, and Al Dhafra, providing broader regional access and specialised campus environments. The Dubai campus focuses on internationally recognised and accredited business, engineering, and law postgraduate programs

Accreditation

Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), AACSB (Business programs), National accreditation from the UAE's Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA)

Housing

Yes

Programs

Bachelors
Masters
PhD
Other

Key Information

Acceptance Rate
80%
App Fee
AED 315
International
35.28%
National
64.72%

How to Apply to Abu Dhabi University (ADU)

Apply to Abu Dhabi University (ADU) through UAE College — upload your documents once and apply to multiple universities simultaneously. Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has waived application fees for UAE College applicants.