Quick Summary
Based in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates, Al Ain University is a private with roots dating back to 2004. Ranked #552 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 7200 students including 45% from outside United Arab Emirates. Known for strengths in Pharmacy & Pharmacology, Law, Business & Management Studies, it maintains an acceptance rate of 65%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Highly ranked for quality of education in the Arab region and internationally accredited professional programs.
Subject Strengths
Pharmacy & PharmacologyLawBusiness & Management Studies
Founded2004
TypePrivate
Total Students7200
Intl Students45%
Faculty Ratio18
CampusUrban
Campus Size60 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationCAA (UAE), ABET (Engineering), ACPE (Pharmacy), HCERES (Law), AQAS (Education)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#552
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401-500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Engineering, Pharmacy, Law, Business, Education, Humanities, Social Sciences, Communication and Media
Programs
PhD in Law, Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
PhD Programs
Hybrid options available for select graduate courses
Online Programs
Digital Health Center, Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching, Legal Research Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
CAA (UAE), ABET (Engineering), ACPE (Pharmacy), HCERES (Law), AQAS (Education)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate65%
IELTS6
TOEFL79
Min GPA2.5/4.0
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline ยท August 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline ยท January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Ensure high school equivalency from the UAE Ministry of Education; Pharmacy and Law applicants should focus on high scores in science and language subjects respectively.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in United Arab Emirates Dirham
UG Tuition
ุฏ.ุฅ45,000/yr
per year ยท AED
Living Cost
ุฏ.ุฅ40,000/yr
per year ยท AED
PG Tuition
ุฏ.ุฅ55,000/yr
per year ยท AED
Application Fee
$285
one time ยท USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
ุฏ.ุฅ86,050/yr
tuition + living + essentials ยท AED
Scholarships AvailableAcademic Excellence, Siblings Discount, Athletic Scholarships, High School Honors
Avg Scholarship$3,500
Financial AidAvailable based on financial need and community service
Work-StudyLimited on-campus employment opportunities in administrative offices
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Engineering, Pharmacy, Law, Business, Education, Humanities, Social Sciences, Communication and Media programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Pharmacy | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Bachelor of Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Bachelor of Business Administration | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$45,000
Average Salary After Graduation
82%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementMandatory for Pharmacy, Law, and Engineering students with local industry partners
Industry Connections
Emirates Health ServicesAbu Dhabi Judicial DepartmentSEHAvarious engineering firms
Notable Alumni
Several UAE government officials and legal practitioners in the Al Ain and Abu Dhabi regions
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Gymnasiums, Indoor Sports Halls, Football Pitch, Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
Red Crescent Club, Debate Club, Engineering Club, Pharmacy Club, Innovation Club
Library Resources
Khalifa Medical Library, Zayed Digital Library, extensive legal databases
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+ partnerships and regional student exchange agreements
Summer Programs
Available