Quick Summary
Ajman University is a private founded in 1988, located in Ajman, United Arab Emirates. Ranked #477 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 7000 students including 60% from outside United Arab Emirates. Known for strengths in Pharmacy, Architecture, Medicine, it maintains an acceptance rate of 65%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is ranked among the top 500 universities globally and is a pioneer in private higher education in the GCC, offering US-accredited degrees in a multicultural environment.
Subject Strengths
PharmacyArchitectureMedicineBusiness & ManagementArt & Design
Founded1988
TypePrivate
Total Students7000
Intl Students60%
Faculty Ratio18:1
CampusUrban
Campus Size50 acres
Affiliated HospitalsAjman University Dental Hospital
AccreditationCommission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) UAE,WSCUC (USA),ABET,ACPE,RIBA,AQAS
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#477
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
Bachelor,Master,PhD,Professional Diplomas
Programs
PhD in Business Administration,PhD in Law
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Artificial Intelligence Center,Humanities and Social Sciences Research Center,Digital Health Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) UAE,WSCUC (USA),ABET,ACPE,RIBA,AQAS
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate65%
IELTS5.0 - 6.5
TOEFL61 - 79
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit EmSAT scores for English and Math early; international students should begin the equivalency process with the UAE Ministry of Education as soon as possible.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in United Arab Emirates Dirham
UG Tuition
AED45,875/yr
per year · AED
Living Cost
AED36,700/yr
per year · AED
PG Tuition
AED56,900/yr
per year · AED
Application Fee
$110
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
AED82,975/yr
tuition + living + essentials · AED
Scholarships AvailableHigh School Excellence Scholarship,Sibling Discount,Alumni Discount,Athletic Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$3,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor,Master,PhD,Professional Diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor of Dental Surgery | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Pharmacy | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Law | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Architecture | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Biomedical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$28,000
Average Salary After Graduation
91%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementYes
Industry Connections
Emirates Health ServicesAjman Chamber of CommerceHuaweiEtisalat
Notable Alumni
Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al Nuaimi
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Multipurpose Sports Hall,Gymnasium,Outdoor Football Pitch,Swimming Pool
Student Clubs
Red Crescent Student Club,Sustainability Club,Innovation & Entrepreneurship Club,Literary Club
Library Resources
Digital Repository,Over 100,000 Physical Volumes,24/7 Online Database Access,Study Rooms
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available