ZU
Zayed University
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
"A federal university in Abu Dhabi and Dubai"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#588 (QS)
PSW VISA
Job-seeker visa (60-120 days)
About Zayed University
Zayed University (ZU) is a federal university founded in 1998 and named after Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the first president of the UAE. It has campuses in Abu Dhabi and Dubai and reached a record #588 in the QS World University Rankings 2027. ZU teaches business, technological innovation, communication, education, humanities and sustainability.
Rankings & Recognition
#588
Ranked #595 in QS 2026 (#588 in QS 2027, record high).
Accreditations & Memberships
UAE Ministry of Higher Education / KHDA recognised
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Zayed University'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
1998
Founded
#588 (record)
QS 2027
Federal university
Type
Abu Dhabi, Dubai
Campuses
Sheikh Zayed
Named After
Popular Programs
Business
Technological Innovation
Communication
Education
Humanities
Sustainability
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
| Test | Minimum Score |
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IELTS Academic
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approx. 6.0-6.5 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
95%
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
29%
Placement Ratio
Job-seeker visa (60-120 days)
Post-Study Work
20 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Teaching Language — English
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Zayed University has two campuses, one in Abu Dhabi and one in Dubai Academic City, Al Ruwayyah.
Campus Details
Abu
Dhabi campus
Dubai
campus in Academic City
Housing
at Abu Dhabi campus
Campus Forecast
Hot summers
Mild winters
Humid coastal climate
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 Zayed University
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 Zayed University and check entry and English requirements.
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Apply online
Submit the online application with marksheets, passport and English scores.
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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
Zayed University has two campuses, one in Abu Dhabi and one in Dubai Academic City, Al Ruwayyah.
Bachelor's
1
Zayed University
📍 Abu Dhabi
Bachelor's
Business Sciences
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