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American University of Sharjah (AUS)
The American University of Sharjah offers American-style engineering and business degrees with ABET and AACSB accreditation, in Sharjah's University City. Graduates step into the UAE's tax-free job market in tech, construction, logistics and energy, close to a 3.5 million strong Indian community.
Overview
Why families consider AUS
Private, American-accredited university, established 1997. Engineering (B.Eng), BBA, MBA in English medium. Compare it with the other universities in UAE and the wider engineering and STEM list.
Recognitions, as published
- American-style education with internationally accredited programmes
- Located in Sharjah University City, a dedicated educational district
- Direct industry connections to the UAE's tech, construction, logistics, oil and gas sectors
- Tax-free work environment after graduation
- A 3.5 million strong Indian community in the UAE
- Spring and fall intakes
Courses
Curriculum overview
Engineering (B.Eng), BBA, MBA. 4 years (B.Eng or BBA). The phases below are as the university describes them.
4 years, American-style engineering or business
Computer engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, BBA and MBA, ABET and AACSB accredited
Fees
Fee structure
Fees are indicative, as published by the university at the time of writing. They vary by intake, accommodation choice, visa requirements and exchange rate. The final fee is confirmed in writing before any application is submitted.
The updated fee structure is confirmed after the eligibility review.
| Item | Cost, as published |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition | USD 20,000 a year |
| Total for 4 years | About INR 65 to 80 lakh |
Eligibility
Eligibility for Indian students
The counsellor checks these against the student's marksheets and NEET scorecard in the first call. The full document list is on the admissions and visas page.
- High school diploma or 10+2 with strong physics, chemistry and mathematics or biology
- SAT or ACT or equivalent (optional for some programmes)
- IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 79 for non-English backgrounds
- Acceptance rate of 60%, as published
Hostel and city
Living in Sharjah
The UAE offers world-class infrastructure and technical training in one of the most connected hubs anywhere. It suits engineering and business students, and medical students who plan to practise in the Middle East. The American University of Sharjah is the partner university on this site.
Study cities in UAE
- Sharjah University City: a dedicated educational district
- A 3.5-hour flight from India
- Accommodation is arranged with the counsellor before departure
- On arrival, a Global Minds representative meets the student at the airport, accommodation has been checked in advance, and a local coordinator is reachable 24/7. See placement and support.
Admission process
Step by step
- Intake
- September and January
- Apply by
- May (fall) and October (spring)
Admission decisions are made by the university. Global Minds prepares and checks the file, tracks the application and arranges the invitation letter the visa needs. The full sequence is on the how it works page.
After graduation
- Work in the UAE's tax-free tech, finance and engineering sectors
- Work visa and long-term residence options
- Transfer credits to US or UK universities
- Return to India as an international professional
- 1
Online application at aus.edu
- 2
Submit transcripts and test scores
- 3
Receive the admission decision
- 4
Apply for the UAE student visa
- 5
Arrive in Sharjah
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Questions about AUS
When is the intake at AUS and when should I apply?
Intake: September and January. Apply by: May (fall) and October (spring). The counsellor confirms the current dates with the university before you commit.
What are the entry requirements for Indian students at AUS?
High school diploma or 10+2 with strong physics, chemistry and mathematics or biology. SAT or ACT or equivalent (optional for some programmes). IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 79 for non-English backgrounds. Acceptance rate of 60%, as published.
What does AUS cost?
USD 20,000 a year, as published tuition; About INR 65 to 80 lakh for 4 years. Fees are indicative, as published by the university at the time of writing. They vary by intake, accommodation choice, visa requirements and exchange rate. The final fee is confirmed in writing before any application is submitted.
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