Admissions open · Fall, Spring & Summer
Your future starts at AUE.
Join a diverse community of students in the heart of Dubai International Academic City. Find your pathway, explore eight colleges, and apply online in a few simple steps.
8
Colleges
3
Intakes a year
UG + PG
Degree levels
Next step
Choose your pathway and apply online
Start here
Find your application pathway
Every applicant's story is different. Pick the route that matches where you're coming from and see exactly what you'll need.
01
Freshman
Finishing high school? Begin your bachelor's journey with support to succeed from day one.
Freshman admission →
02
Transfer
Studying at another university? Bring your earned credits with you and keep moving toward your degree.
Transfer admission →
03
Visiting
Spend a semester in Dubai, take AUE courses, and carry the experience back to your home university.
Visiting admission →
04
Graduate
Ready for the next level? Take your career further with a master's degree built for professionals.
Graduate admission →
Explore
Programs & colleges
From business and engineering to design, law and media — discover what you can study at AUE by degree level or by college.
The process
Four steps to joining AUE
Here's the general journey from first click to first class. Your pathway page above lists the exact documents for your situation.
1
Explore programs
Browse undergraduate and graduate programs and find the right fit for your goals.
2
Submit your application
Apply online and upload the required documents for your applicant type.
3
Tests & interviews
Complete any placement tests or interviews required for your program.
4
Decision & enrollment
Receive your decision, confirm your seat, and register for your first classes.
Application deadlines
September
Fall semester deadline
January
Spring semester deadline
May
Summer semester deadline
Beyond the application
Life at AUE starts here
Campus life, a place to live, and a degree you can trust — everything that comes after you hit submit.
Student Life
Clubs, sports, and a full calendar of campus events all year round.
Accreditation
AUE's international and local accreditation status and program approvals.
Planning ahead
Tuition, fees & financial aid
Plan with confidence. See what your studies cost and the scholarships that can help.
Tuition Fees
Per-credit-hour and per-program tuition rates for undergraduate and graduate study.
View tuition fees →
Cost of Attendance
A fuller picture of yearly costs — tuition, housing, living expenses and more.
View cost of attendance →
Scholarships & Financial Support
Scholarship and financial aid options for new and current students.
View financial support →
Ready to join AUE?
Start your online application today, or find quick answers to the most common questions about documents and deadlines.
Admissions office
We're here to help
Dubai International Academic City, P.O. Box 503000, Dubai, UAE