Quick Summary
Situated in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) is a public established in 2009. Ranked #485 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 1200 students including 50% from outside United Arab Emirates. Known for strengths in Petroleum Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration, it maintains an acceptance rate of 70%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
AURAK offers an American-style education with dual accreditation (UAE and USA) at a significantly lower cost than comparable institutions in Dubai or Abu Dhabi.
Subject Strengths
Petroleum EngineeringArchitectureBusiness AdministrationCivil Engineering
Founded2009
TypePublic
Total Students1200
Intl Students50%
Faculty Ratio15
CampusUrban
Campus Size1.3 million square feet
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationCommission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) UAE,Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC),ABET,AACSB
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#485
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001–1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor of Architecture,BSc in Chemical Engineering,BSc in Civil and Infrastructure Engineering,BSc in Computer Science,BSc in Computer Engineering,BSc in Electrical and Electronics Engineering,BSc in Mechanical Engineering,BSc in Petroleum Engineering,BSc in Biotechnology,BA in English Language,BA in Mass Communication,BS in Business Administration,Master of Business Administration,Master of Education in Educational Leadership,MS in Engineering Project Management
Programs
Not Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
RAK Research and Innovation Center,Center for Information, Communication and Networking Education and Research (ICONER)
Research Centers
Moderate
Research Output
Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) UAE,Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC),ABET,AACSB
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate70%
IELTS6
TOEFL79
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATOptional (EmSAT preferred)
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit EmSAT scores early to satisfy UAE Ministry requirements. Apply by June for priority scholarship consideration.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in United Arab Emirates Dirham
UG Tuition
AED44,000/yr
per year · AED
Living Cost
AED31,000/yr
per year · AED
PG Tuition
AED55,000/yr
per year · AED
Application Fee
$136
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
AED75,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · AED
Scholarships AvailableSheikh Saqr Scholarship,Academic Excellence Scholarship,Sibling Discount,Alumni Discount
Avg Scholarship$3,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor of Architecture,BSc in Chemical Engineering,BSc in Civil and Infrastructure Engineering,BSc in Computer Science,BSc in Computer Engineering,BSc in Electrical and Electronics Engineering,BSc in Mechanical Engineering,BSc in Petroleum Engineering,BSc in Biotechnology,BA in English Language,BA in Mass Communication,BS in Business Administration,Master of Business Administration,Master of Education in Educational Leadership,MS in Engineering Project Management programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Petroleum Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Architecture | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Administration | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$42,000
Average Salary After Graduation
85%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementMandatory for all Engineering and Business students
Industry Connections
ADNOCRAK CeramicsJulphar PharmaceuticalsRAK Ports
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Fitness Center,Basketball Courts,Football Field,Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
Student Government Association,IEEE Student Branch,Robotics Club,Cultural Club
Library Resources
Saqr Library with extensive digital journal databases and 24/7 online access
Exchange Programs
Appalachian State University,University of Texas at Arlington
Summer Programs
Available