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American University of Ras Al Khaimah

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world rank  6917

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Overview

Founded in 2009, the American University of Ras Al Khaimah is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the medium city of Ras al-Khaimah (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). Officially licensed by the Ministry of Education of the United Arab Emirates, American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 500-999 students) coeducational Emirati higher education institution. American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 15-year-old Emirati higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this Emirati higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. AURAK also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Control Typepublic

Entity

American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

American University of Ras Al Khaimah' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (Non Latin) الجامعة الأمريكية في رأس الخيمة
Acronym AURAK
Founded 2009
Motto Academic Excellence, Redefined
Colours Red and white
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University Location

Address PO Box 10021
Ras al-Khaimah
Ras al-Khaimah
United Arab Emirates
American University of Ras Al Khaimah's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
American University of Ras Al Khaimah Phone Number +971 (7) 221 0500
American University of Ras Al Khaimah Fax Number +971 (7) 221 0638

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify American University of Ras Al Khaimah's academic range and degree level offering.



American University of Ras Al Khaimah: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at American University of Ras Al Khaimah.

American University of Ras Al Khaimah: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)		 Not reported
International
students		 7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)		 Not reported

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on American University of Ras Al Khaimah's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic American University of Ras Al Khaimah's admission information.

American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has American University of Ras Al Khaimah a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

American University of Ras Al Khaimah's acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


American University of Ras Al Khaimah's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

American University of Ras Al Khaimah has more than 400 international students.

American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Admission Office Admission Office

Near HCT Campus, Al Burairat Area,
Ras Al Khaimah 10021
(7) 221 0500


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for American University of Ras Al Khaimah.

American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

American University of Ras Al Khaimah has an enrollment range of 500-999 students making it a very small-sized institution.


American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 50-99 academic employees (Faculty).


American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Control Type Control Type

American University of Ras Al Khaimah is a public higher education institution.


American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Entity Type Entity Type

American University of Ras Al Khaimah is a non-profit higher education institution.


American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Not reported


American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

American University of Ras Al Khaimah does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of American University of Ras Al Khaimah's main facilities:


American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Library


American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of American University of Ras Al Khaimah's main services:


American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on American University of Ras Al Khaimah's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

American University of Ras Al Khaimah is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education of the United Arab Emirates

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2009


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important American University of Ras Al Khaimah's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA)
  • Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC) of ABET
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize American University of Ras Al Khaimah as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Facebook page American University of Ras Al Khaimah's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

American University of Ras Al Khaimah's X (formerly Twitter) page American University of Ras Al Khaimah's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

American University of Ras Al Khaimah's YouTube channel American University of Ras Al Khaimah's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

American University of Ras Al Khaimah's Instagram page American University of Ras Al Khaimah's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

American University of Ras Al Khaimah's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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