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American University in the Emirates
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
"A private American-model university in Dubai International Academic City"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#101 (QS)
PSW VISA
Job-seeker visa (60-120 days)
About American University in the Emirates
The American University in the Emirates (AUE) was founded in 2006 and is a private university in Dubai International Academic City. It follows an American-model curriculum and has seven colleges: Security and Strategic Studies, Business Administration, Law, Media and Mass Communication, Computer Information Technology, Education, and Fine Arts and Design. AUE is licensed and accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation.
Rankings & Recognition
#101
Accreditations & Memberships
UAE Ministry of Higher Education / KHDA recognised
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with American University in the Emirates's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Employer Reputation
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Faculty Student Ratio
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Citations per Faculty
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Key Facts
2006
Founded
Dubai International Academic City
Location
American model
Curriculum
Sep / Jan
Intake
English
Teaching
Popular Programs
Business Administration
Law
Computer Information Technology
Design
Media
Security Studies
Application Details
Application Route
University online application
Intakes
September, January (some)
IELTS
approx. 6.0-6.5
Alternatives
TOEFL / EmSAT accepted (by uni)
Part-time work
20 hrs/week with MOHRE permit
Standardized Test Requirements
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IELTS Academic
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approx. 6.0-6.5 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
Student residence visa (uni-sponsored)
Post-Study Work
Job-seeker visa (60-120 days)
Green Card Pathway
Golden Visa (GPA 3.5+, top grads)
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
Merit-based (university)
Career Outcomes
Job-seeker visa (60-120 days)
Post-Study Work
20
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Teaching Language — English
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
American University in the Emirates is located in Blocks 6 and 7, Dubai International Academic City, Dubai, UAE.
Campus Details
Dubai
International Academic City
Library
Bookstore
Food
court
Student
shuttle bus
Campus Forecast
Hot summers
Warm winters
Desert climate
Low rainfall
Student Life & Housing
Housing
University hostel or private shared housing
Dining
Campus food courts; Indian food widely available
Health & Wellness
Health insurance required for visa
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports
Cultural and career events
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition
Varies by programme (see university)
UAE tuition range
approx. AED 20,000-100,000+ / year
Student visa costs
approx. AED 5,500-8,500 total
Visa maintenance (some)
AED 2,500 one-time
Intakes & Deadlines
Main intake is September (Fall), with a January (Spring) intake for many programmes. Apply 2-3 months early for the visa.
Scholarships at American University in the Emirates
0 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Indian Class 12 (CBSE / ISC / state) with good marks, attested; IELTS approx. 6.0-6.5 or equivalent.
Postgraduate
Recognised bachelor's in a related field (GPA / % by programme); IELTS approx. 6.0-6.5.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
approx. 6.0-6.5Required Documents
Passport (6+ months validity)
Class 10 and 12 marksheets (attested)
Bachelor degree + transcripts (PG)
English test (IELTS / TOEFL / EmSAT)
Passport photos
Medical fitness test (in UAE)
Health insurance
Equivalency (MoE) where needed
Application Process
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Choose programme
Pick a programme at American University in the Emirates and check entry and English requirements.
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Apply online
Submit the online application with marksheets, passport and English scores.
3
Offer & deposit
Accept the offer and pay the seat / tuition deposit.
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Entry permit
The university sponsors your student entry permit.
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Arrive & residence
Do the medical test, Emirates ID and get the 1-year student residence visa.
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Renew yearly
Renew the student visa each year (at least 45 days before expiry).
Campus & Location
American University in the Emirates is located in Blocks 6 and 7, Dubai International Academic City, Dubai, UAE.
Bachelor's
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American University in the Emirates
📍 Dubai
Bachelor's
Business Administration
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