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American University of Sharjah

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world rank  2704

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Overview

Established in 1997, the American University of Sharjah is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large city of Sharjah (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). Officially licensed by the Ministry of Education of the United Arab Emirates, American University of Sharjah (AUS) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 4,000-4,999 students) coeducational Emirati higher education institution. American University of Sharjah (AUS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 26-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 70-79% making this Emirati higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. AUS also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

American University of Sharjah's Control Typeprivate

Entity

American University of Sharjah's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

American University of Sharjah' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

American University of Sharjah's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (Non Latin) الجامعة الأمريكية في الشارقة
Acronym AUS
Founded 1997
Colours Burgundy and white
Mascot Leopard
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address PO Box 26666
Sharjah
Sharjah
United Arab Emirates
American University of Sharjah's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
American University of Sharjah Phone Number +971 (6) 515 1000
American University of Sharjah Fax Number +971 (6) 515 2010

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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 Sharjah'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 Sharjah's academic range and degree level offering.



American University of Sharjah: 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

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on American University of Sharjah's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

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 Sharjah'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 Sharjah.

American University of Sharjah: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 Not reported Not reported
International
students		 Not reported Not reported

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on American University of Sharjah'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 Sharjah's admission information.

American University of Sharjah's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


American University of Sharjah's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

American University of Sharjah's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


American University of Sharjah's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

American University of Sharjah has more than 3300 international students.

American University of Sharjah's Admission Office Admission Office

PO Box 26666
Sharjah
(6) 515 1000


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact American University of Sharjah's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

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 Sharjah.

American University of Sharjah's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

American University of Sharjah has an enrollment range of 4,000-4,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


American University of Sharjah's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 300-399 academic employees (Faculty).


American University of Sharjah's Control Type Control Type

American University of Sharjah is a private higher education institution.


American University of Sharjah's Entity Type Entity Type

American University of Sharjah is a non-profit higher education institution.


American University of Sharjah's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


American University of Sharjah's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

American University of Sharjah 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 Sharjah's main facilities:


American University of Sharjah's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit American University of Sharjah's Library


American University of Sharjah's Housing University Housing

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


American University of Sharjah'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 Sharjah's main services:


American University of Sharjah'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 University of Sharjah's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

American University of Sharjah's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


American University of Sharjah's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

American University of Sharjah's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on American University of Sharjah'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 Sharjah's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA)
  • Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
  • Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC) of ABET
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)


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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 Sharjah 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

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U)
  • Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)
  • Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
  • Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA)
  • National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB)
  • Arab Society for Computer-Aided Architectural Design (ASCAAD)

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

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some American University of Sharjah's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

American University of Sharjah's Facebook page American University of Sharjah's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

American University of Sharjah's X (formerly Twitter) page American University of Sharjah's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

American University of Sharjah's YouTube channel American University of Sharjah's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

American University of Sharjah's Instagram page American University of Sharjah's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

American University of Sharjah's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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