Quick Summary
Situated in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates University is a public established in 1976. Ranked #261 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 14946 students including 21% from outside United Arab Emirates. Known for strengths in Petroleum Engineering, Medicine, Education, it maintains an acceptance rate of 30%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the flagship national university of the UAE, offering world-class research facilities and a reputation for producing the nation's leadership.
Subject Strengths
Petroleum EngineeringMedicineEducationBusiness and EconomicsArchitectureChemical Engineering
Founded1976
TypePublic
Total Students14946
Intl Students21%
Faculty Ratio14
CampusResidential
Campus Size80 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsTawam Hospital,Al Ain Hospital
AccreditationWASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC),CAA UAE,ABET,AACSB,EQUIS
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#261
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#301-350
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's,Master's,Doctor of Medicine,PhD,Professional Diplomas
Programs
PhD in Engineering,PhD in Medicine,PhD in Science,PhD in Humanities and Social Sciences,PhD in Law,PhD in Food and Agriculture
PhD Programs
Executive Master of Business Administration (Hybrid),Professional Development Diplomas
Online Programs
National Space Science and Technology Center,Zayed Center for Health Sciences,Water Research Center,Roadway, Transportation and Traffic Safety Center
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC),CAA UAE,ABET,AACSB,EQUIS
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate30%
IELTS6
TOEFL79
Min GPA3
GRERequired for some Graduate Programs
GMATRequired for MBA
SAT1100
ACT22
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · May 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 31
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International applicants should ensure their high school diplomas are equivalency-certified by the UAE Ministry of Education. Early application is recommended for scholarship consideration.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in UAE Dirham
UG Tuition
AED60,500/yr
per year · AED
Living Cost
AED44,000/yr
per year · AED
PG Tuition
AED70,000/yr
per year · AED
Application Fee
$55
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
AED104,700/yr
tuition + living + essentials · AED
Scholarships AvailableChancellor's Scholarship,International Student Scholarship,Full Graduate Research Assistantship,Partial Tuition Waiver
Avg Scholarship$8,000
Financial AidAvailable for UAE Nationals and eligible residents
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's,Master's,Doctor of Medicine,PhD,Professional Diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Business Administration | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Information Technology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Medicine and Health Sciences | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$48,000
Average Salary After Graduation
82%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementMandatory for most undergraduate degrees
Industry Connections
ADNOCMubadalaKhalifa FoundationEtisalatDubai Police
Notable Alumni
Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan,Mariam Al Mheiri,Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber,Saeed Al Tayer
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-size Swimming Pool,Fitness Centers,Football Stadium,Indoor Sports Halls
Student Clubs
Robotics Club,Sustainability Club,Media Club,Student Council,Innovation Club
Library Resources
Main library with extensive digital archives, over 450,000 printed volumes, and special collections for UAE history.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available