United Arab Emirates University campus in Abu Dhabi
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United Arab Emirates University

Abu Dhabi
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About

United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) is the first and oldest national university in the UAE, founded in 1976 by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. Located in the 'Garden City' of Al Ain, UAEU is a research-intensive institution ranking first nationally in the 2026 Times Higher Education World University Rankings. With nine specialized colleges including Business, Engineering, and Medicine, UAEU offers over 120 undergraduate and graduate programs. The university is a hub for innovation, hosting twelve world-class research centers focusing on water security, health sciences, and renewable energy. Licensed by the UAE Ministry of Education and accredited by the CAA, UAEU provides a student-centered environment with a strong emphasis on sustainability and global collaboration. Its multicultural campus serves a diverse population, preparing the next generation of leaders with the skills necessary for a knowledge-based economy. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to excellence, UAEU remains a cornerstone of the UAE's academic and intellectual landscape.

Accreditation

CAAMOEABETAACSBWASC

Campus & Amenities

Research CentersSmart ClassroomsOlympicsize Swimming PoolModern GymsMale and Female Residential VillagesLibrariesSpecialized LabsHealthcare Center

Programs & Fees

Bachelors
Bachelor of AccountingBachelor of EconomicsBachelor of Finance and BankingBachelor of Business Administration in MarketingBachelor of Business Administration in EntrepreneurshipBachelor of Science in Statistics and Data AnalyticsBachelor of Science in Civil EngineeringBachelor of Science in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor of Science in Electrical EngineeringBachelor of Science in Chemical EngineeringBachelor of Science in Computer ScienceBachelor of Science in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
AED 276,000 - 330,000 (Total Program for International Students)
Masters
Master of Business AdministrationMaster in Business AnalyticsMaster of Professional AccountingMaster of Science in Civil EngineeringMaster of Science in Mechanical EngineeringMaster of Science in Electrical EngineeringMaster of Science in Chemical EngineeringMaster of Science in IT ManagementMaster of Science in Software EngineeringMaster of Public HealthMaster of Science in Clinical Psychology
AED 54,000 - 100,000 (Total Program)
PhD
Doctor of Philosophy in Civil EngineeringDoctor of Philosophy in Mechanical EngineeringDoctor of Philosophy in Electrical EngineeringDoctor of Philosophy in Chemical EngineeringDoctor of Philosophy in Business AdministrationDoctor of Philosophy in Medicine and Health Sciences
AED 252,200 (Total DBA Program)
Other
Doctor of Medicine (MD)Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

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Key Information

Acceptance Rate
Competitive
App Deadline
Rolling
Visa Support
Yes
Total Students
17,722
Tuition (AED)
276,000 - 330,000 (Total Program for International Students)
Tuition (INR)
70,38,000 - 84,15,000 (Total Program for International Students)
App Fee
200
App Fee (INR)
5,100
International
15-20%
National
80%+

Contact

undergradadmissions@uaeu.ac.ae+971 3 767 3333
United Arab Emirates University, Sheik Khalifa Bin Zayed Street, Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, UAE

How to Apply to United Arab Emirates University

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