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American International University West Africa

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Overview

Established in 2011, the American International University West Africa is a for-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Banjul (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Freetown. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology of Gambia, American International University West Africa (AIUWA) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational Gambian higher education institution. American International University West Africa (AIUWA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 13-year-old Gambian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 10-19% making this Gambian higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. AIUWA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

American International University West Africa's Control Typeprivate

Entity

American International University West Africa's Entity Typefor-profit

Size

American International University West Africa' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

American International University West Africa's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym AIUWA
Founded 2011
Colours Blue and red
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University Location

Address Kanifing Institutional Layout, KSMD; PO Box 3505
Banjul
Banjul
Gambia
American International University West Africa's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
American International University West Africa Phone Number +220 357 0030
American International University West Africa Fax Number +220 357 0030
Other locations Freetown

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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 International University West Africa'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 International University West Africa's academic range and degree level offering.




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 International University West Africa'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 International University West Africa.

American International University West Africa: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

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Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic American International University West Africa's admission information.

American International University West Africa's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


American International University West Africa's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has American International University West Africa a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

American International University West Africa's acceptance rate range is 10-19% making this institution an extremely selective higher education institution.


American International University West Africa's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


American International University West Africa's Admission Office Admission Office

American Intl. University, Kanifing Institutional Area
Banjul
357 0030


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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for American International University West Africa.

American International University West Africa's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

American International University West Africa has an enrollment range of 1,000-1,999 students making it a very small-sized institution.


American International University West Africa's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 100-199 academic employees (Faculty).


American International University West Africa's Control Type Control Type

American International University West Africa is a private higher education institution.


American International University West Africa's Entity Type Entity Type

American International University West Africa is a for-profit higher education institution.


American International University West Africa's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


American International University West Africa's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Trimesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

American International University West Africa does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of American International University West Africa's main facilities:


American International University West Africa's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.


American International University West Africa's Housing University Housing

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

American International University West Africa offers housing options with individual units that include separate bathroom, kitchen and lounge facilities.


American International University West Africa's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of American International University West Africa's main services:


American International University West Africa's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

American International University West Africa offers financial assistance to eligible students based on merit.

American International University West Africa's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

American International University West Africa offers study abroad opportunities with various universities in the United States and Europe.

American International University West Africa's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


American International University West Africa's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

American International University West Africa's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


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 International University West Africa's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

American International University West Africa is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology of Gambia

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2011


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • National Accreditation and Quality Assurance Authority of Gambia
  • Pharmacy Council of the Gambia


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important American International University West Africa's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of African Universities
  • European Medical Association
  • National Board of Medical Examiners

Academic Structure

Introduction

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Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Social Media

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