Quick Summary
Since 1997, University of Sharjah has been one of United Arab Emirates's prominent privates, based in Sharjah. Ranked #334 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 18500 students including 41% from outside United Arab Emirates. Known for strengths in Medicine, Petroleum Engineering, Architecture, it maintains an acceptance rate of 25%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
The University of Sharjah is one of the top-ranked universities in the UAE and the Arab world, offering world-class research facilities and a diverse multicultural environment in the cultural capital of the UAE.
Subject Strengths
MedicinePetroleum EngineeringArchitectureBusiness and ManagementComputer SciencePharmacy
Founded1997
TypePrivate
Total Students18500
Intl Students41%
Faculty Ratio16.5
CampusSuburban
Campus Size600 acres
Affiliated HospitalsUniversity Hospital Sharjah,University Dental Hospital Sharjah
AccreditationUAE Ministry of Education,ABET,AACSB
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#334
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#251-300
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelors,Masters,Doctorate,Diplomas
Programs
PhD in Engineering Management,PhD in Molecular Medicine,PhD in Law,PhD in Business Administration,PhD in Applied Mathematics
PhD Programs
Professional Diplomas,Executive Education
Online Programs
Research Institute of Sciences and Engineering,Research Institute of Medical and Health Sciences,Research Institute of Humanities and Social Sciences
Research Centers
High
Research Output
UAE Ministry of Education,ABET,AACSB
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate25%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRERequired for some PhD programs
GMATRequired for MBA
SATRequired for some programs
ACTAccepted
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline ยท July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline ยท December 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Early application is critical for the College of Medicine. International students should ensure their high school certificates are equivalency-certified by the UAE Ministry of Education.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in United Arab Emirates Dirham
UG Tuition
ุฏ.ุฅ55,000/yr
per year ยท AED
Living Cost
ุฏ.ุฅ44,000/yr
per year ยท AED
PG Tuition
ุฏ.ุฅ66,000/yr
per year ยท AED
Application Fee
$85
one time ยท USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
ุฏ.ุฅ99,300/yr
tuition + living + essentials ยท AED
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$5,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelors,Masters,Doctorate,Diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Electrical Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Information Technology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Mass Communication | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$45,000
Average Salary After Graduation
82%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementMandatory for most undergraduate programs with strong industry links.
Industry Connections
Sharjah Research AcademyBee'ahSharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa)DEWA
Notable Alumni
Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi,Various UAE Ministers and CEOs
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-sized Swimming Pool,Indoor Sports Halls,Outdoor Football Stadium,Fitness Centers
Student Clubs
Engineering Club,Emirati Club,Photography Club,Debate Society
Library Resources
Large central library with millions of digital resources and extensive physical collections specialized in Islamic culture and medicine.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available