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AUS Undergraduate Programs Undergraduate Prospectus 2020–2021 THERE’S NO OTHER UNIVERSITY LIKE AUS 1
AUS Undergraduate Programs There’s no other time Contents in your life like your Welcome 5 university years. The AUS Experience 6 Sharjah 10 College of Architecture, Art and Design 12 College of Arts and Sciences 14 College of Engineering 16 It’s the time you’ll spend exploring new skills and abilities you never knew you had. It’s School of Business Administration 18 the time you’ll push yourself to limits you never imagined you could reach. It’s the time Applying to AUS 21 you’ll create friendships that will last your lifetime. And it’s the time that will shape your Admissions: What You Need to Know 24 future and open the world to you. It’s the time that you will transform as an individual, Preparing Your Documents 28 surprising yourself and those around you. Admission to AUS: The Next Steps 29 Today, AUS graduates are stretching the limits of architecture, art and design. They Financial Grants and Scholarships 30 are making groundbreaking discoveries in science, impacting environmental and social Tuition and Fees 32 change for future generations. They are showing us new ways to see and understand The AUS Story 34 the world through media and the arts. They are engineering the future of technology and construction in ways beyond our imagination. They are entrepreneurs, initiating new and innovative business solutions for a changing world. future This is your Come and discover it with us. 2 3
AUS Undergraduate Programs Earning an undergraduate degree from AUS is an experience that will change your life. AUS is one of the most highly respected universities in the Middle East. For more than 20 years, we have inspired thousands of students to achieve academic excellence, engaging world-class faculty with outstanding credentials and setting in motion a tradition of excellence that has positioned AUS graduates among the most preferred candidates for employers in the region. By choosing AUS for your education, you will become part of this tradition, sharing in the many advantages and experiences our campus and community have to offer. Earning an undergraduate degree from AUS is an experience that will change your life. This experience can set you apart in a competitive work environment, help you carve out an exciting career path or allow you to pursue the highest academic attainments of your field. If you are ready to step forward into a future with AUS, we can offer you a wide selection of undergraduate programs, fully accredited and widely recognized the world over. We look forward to welcoming you to our campus and being part of your future. 4 5
AUS Undergraduate Programs The AUS Experience Experience world-class facilities The AUS campus, widely regarded for its beauty, architecture and Discover why AUS is the best choice for your future. exceptional facilities, includes the region’s only fully equipped Interactive Trading Floor (ITF), along with brand new, state-of-the-art science and Prepare for an unparalleled student engineering laboratories, fully equipped graduates experience multimedia and design studios, and a are… Step onto our breathtaking campus and theatre for performing arts. Confident experience our vibrant and dynamic student life. Our campus is one of few in the region Our library is one of the finest in the Capable with a large community of students and region, providing access to the online Well-educated faculty living on site. This means the on- catalog system to search for library materials from any location on or off Inspired campus cafes and plazas are always lively, and there are regular cultural and sporting campus. You can also access e-books, Proud events. online databases, full-text journals and Engaged other digital resources. Our full-service We also offer a huge variety of student-led campus features a large multi-use sports Challenged clubs and organizations in areas such as complex, a comprehensive health center, photography, science and music, along with a wide range of food outlets, residential community service programs, sports teams halls for on-campus living and many and much more. You will have opportunities other amenities. to pursue leadership roles in our Student Council and Student Leadership Program, as well as participate in a huge variety of Connect with the real world community activities and cultural events. As a university for the real world, AUS has This is your chance discover your hidden far-reaching associations with the region’s business talents, take on new challenges and be and industry leaders. While we are committed to part of a community that will shape your academic excellence, we also take very seriously the university experience. need to create graduates who will excel and progress in the workplace. At AUS, you will have exciting opportunities to be part of industry-based research, professional internships and projects in partnership with industry professionals. These opportunities are at the heart of many of our undergraduate programs, positioning AUS graduates as the most employable in region. Learn from the experts Students and AUS faculty hail from the world’s best faculty members universities and are dedicated to help from approximately 90 you reach your full academic potential. Through our outstanding full-time faculty you will receive unrivalled support throughout your university experience. Be part of the world’s most international student community Our faculty are active researchers who countries and are uniquely positioned to deliver a unlimited For the last two years running, American University of Sharjah has had a higher rigorous university education in the opportunities percentage of international students than any other world-ranked institution, GCC, as they combine a breadth of for international according to Times Higher Education. international knowledge with deep, exchange Some 84 percent of the university’s student body is made up of international regional understanding. Inspired by students, who come from approximately 90 countries all around the world. Our our exceptional faculty, many of our university takes its commitment to diversity seriously, and our campus is known for graduates have pursued further studies its tolerance, openness and inclusion. at some of the world’s top universities. 6 7
AUS Undergraduate Programs Prepare for a competitive job market Have peace of mind with an Of those AUS graduates completing accredited degree the 2017 AUS Graduate Survey, 88 Your AUS degree will be internationally percent responded that they were recognized, allowing you to pursue now engaged in either full-time work further studies in any academic institution or study. in the world. Our almost 15,000 graduates are AUS is licensed and its programs are sought-after by the most prestigious accredited by the Commission for employers in the GCC and around the Academic Accreditation of the Ministry world, with the top 20 employers of of Education’s Higher Education Affairs AUS graduates including: Division in the United Arab Emirates. AUS has been accredited in the United States of America by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA, Tel +1 215 662 5606) since June 2004. Enjoy safe and convenient on-campus living Living on campus in our residential halls is not only convenient, it’s a great way to become part of the campus community. Our residential halls offer multicultural atmosphere with a balanced mix of social and academic activities. Here, you’ll find a place to live, relax, exercise and study in comfort, with the academic buildings, the library and the Student Center just a short walk away. There are separate campus residential halls for men and women, and accommodation options range from private rooms to double rooms. The Forget limitations residential halls are supervised on a 24/7 basis by dedicated staff who are there to make your time at AUS more comfortable and help you make a seamless change Pursuing a university education is a significant investment for students and their from home to university life. families. AUS offers the opportunity for a university education to those who have the necessary talent and commitment, but perhaps not the finances. Two out of three students at AUS receive grants and scholarships totaling AED 80 million per For more information about living on campus, please visit year. To find out if you are eligible, and how to apply, visit www.aus.edu/osa/residentialhalls. www.aus.edu/financial-grants-and-scholarships. 8 9
AUS Undergraduate Programs Sharjah–the ideal place to pursue SHARJAH undergraduate study World Book Capital (2019) There are many reasons why Sharjah has become a leading destination for university Ranked in the Top 60 Best Student Capital (QS, 2019) study, at both an undergraduate and graduate level. The third largest city in the United Located in the World’s Second Safest Country to Visit (Which? Travel Index, 2019) Arab Emirates (UAE), and part of the Dubai-Sharjah-Ajman metropolitan area, Sharjah is a dynamic, international and exciting place for students of all ages and backgrounds. Sharjah is widely regarded as the cultural capital of the UAE, hosting a number of world-class 16 kms 4 kms 21 kms 29 kms museums and exhibitions. It is also known for its natural beauty, located on the sparkling Sharjah city Sharjah Dubai Dubai city center International International center Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman, and in easy driving distance to the sand dunes of the Airport Airport Arabian desert. AUS is located just minutes from the heart of Dubai and the Dubai International Airport, providing students with easy access to the world-famous attractions of the neighboring emirate. Sharjah has an active student community, providing a culturally diverse environment from students from all around the globe to meet, explore, develop and innovate. With a mix of languages, cuisines and cultural pursuits, Sharjah is rapidly establishing itself as a world- class student city. AUS is located just minutes from the heart of Dubai and the Dubai International Airport, providing students with easy access to the world-famous attractions of the neighboring emirate. 10 11
AUS Undergraduate Programs Degree Programs College of Architecture, • Bachelor of Architecture Art and Design • • Bachelor of Interior Design Bachelor of Science in www.aus.edu/caad Design Management The College of • Bachelor of Science in Architecture, Multimedia Design Why choose CAAD? Art and Design is the • Bachelor of Science in • CAAD offers you an environment in which to discover and grow as a heart of the Visual Communication designer, while establishing you with UAE’s design a world-class liberal arts foundation. community. Accreditation • Our talented and accomplished faculty will take you through an The Bachelor of Architecture program intensely practical and collaborative of the College of Architecture, Art and process of learning as you create new Design is accredited by the National content and develop your design skills Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) through a variety of mediums and of the United States. This is the first techniques. program outside of North America to receive this prestigious accreditation. • An undergraduate degree from NAAB is the only organization CAAD will establish you at the cutting authorized to accredit professional edge of architecture and design and degree programs in architecture in the provide you with exciting career United States. opportunities in variety of fields. There is no better time to study in the region. Our accomplishedt faculty architecture and design than today, as are constantly testing the existing Material Fabrication Labs the world looks for new alternatives boundaries of design in order to • Materials Library to shape our environment, technology, bring our students to the forefront of • Finishing Lab cities and culture through thoughtful innovation and transformation. and imaginative design. The region is • Ceramics Lab full of talent and it needs accomplished At CAAD, you will be inspired to join • Metal Shop designers to shape the future. the next generation of designers and • Wood Shop architects and make your mark on an The College of Architecture, Art and exciting and ever-changing creative Digital Fabrication Labs Design (CAAD) is the heart of the UAE’s landscape, while achieving a solid • CNC Routers design community, bringing together academic foundation. • Laser Cutters the most creative and forward thinkers • 3D Printers • CNC Foam Cutter • Industrial Robotic Arms The generous support from faculty and the solid design foundation we were equipped with at AUS prepared us to be global designers who are ready to Multimedia Labs work for the world’s leading design practices. The • Media Production Lab confidence and determination I developed while studying at AUS helped me to get closer to my • Post-Production Lab aspirations and led me to run my own architectural • Photo Studio practice. Although I graduated a number of years • Dark Room Scan here to ago, I know this will not be the last of my association with this outstanding school. • Printmaking Lab learn more • Physical Computing Lab Naji Mahmoud and download Bachelor of Architecture • Design Center our brochure. 12 13
AUS Undergraduate Programs Degree Programs College of Arts and • Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature Sciences • Bachelor of Arts in International Studies www.aus.edu/cas Why choose CAS? The College • Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication with • We aim to inspire the intellectual and of Arts and concentrations in: creative potential of our students Sciences offers - integrated marketing communications by offering the most contemporary you the chance liberal arts curriculum in the region. - journalism to rediscover • CAS faculty are accomplished experts the world • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in the disciplines of natural sciences, mathematical sciences, the humanities through social and social sciences. They are actively • Bachelor of Science in Biology and natural engaged in a wide range of research, advancing their fields with exciting sciences. • Bachelor of Science in and cutting-edge knowledge that is Chemistry both relevant and recognized on a local and global scale. • Bachelor of Science in • Our interdisciplinary programs provide Environmental Sciences with the opportunity to explore a wide concentrations in: range of subject areas that are relevant - environmental biology and ecosystems for today’s workplace and society. - environmental chemistry and analysis • CAS graduates consistently find employment in some of the biggest • Bachelor of Science in corporate names in the region, and in governmental and non-governmental Mathematics international agencies, while others have pursued further education • Bachelor of Science in Physics at some of the most prestigious academic institutions in North The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) America and Europe. leads the way for liberal arts education in the region. Promoting excellence in diversity through world-class programs in the arts, humanities, and the social and natural sciences, we provide an Facilities interdisciplinary, multidimensional • Interpreting Laboratory approach to knowledge and learning. • Arabic Resource Center CAS offers you the chance to • Chemistry and Environmental Science rediscover the world through social I chose to study at AUS because it stood out Laboratories and natural sciences, humanities above the rest. I liked the hands-on approach of and performing arts, as you explore the mass communication program. I learned to • Mass Communication Audio-Visual apply my knowledge through experiences like Studio linkages across the liberal arts giving presentations, working in teams and active disciplines. involvement in programs. Graduating with a degree • Macintosh Labs in mass communication made me better prepared to get into the workforce. The classes and connections • Theater and Stage Areas At CAS, you will receive a robust, I have made through AUS have strengthened well-rounded learning experience my passion for advertising. Being surrounded by • Advanced Physics Laboratories intelligent individuals in discussion-based classes has as well as the skills to excel in your shown me how powerful young minds can be, and I • Introductory Physics Laboratories Scan here to career path and establish yourself as feel inspired by my peers every day. learn more a productive member of local and • AUS Writing Center Zain Al Masri and download global society. Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication • Writing Fellows Program our brochure. 14 15
AUS Undergraduate Programs Degree Programs Facilities With close to 50 laboratories equipped • Bachelor of Science in with some of the most up-to-date Chemical Engineering equipment and technology, the College of Engineering • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering College of Engineering offers students unparalleled opportunities for research, innovation and hands-on learning. www.aus.edu/cen For a full list of each engineering department’s laboratories, visit At the College • Bachelor of Science in www.aus.edu/cen. Computer Engineering of Engineering, you will • Bachelor of Science in experience Accreditation Computer Science hands-on The bachelor of science degree programs in chemical engineering, civil learning • Bachelor of Science in engineering, computer engineering, Electrical Engineering through our electrical engineering, industrial engineering and mechanical engineering well-equipped • Bachelor of Science in offered by the College of Engineering and extensive Industrial Engineering are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET laboratory http://www.abet.org/. facilities. • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering The bachelor of science degree program in computer science offered by the College of Engineering is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission Why choose CEN? of ABET http://www.abet.org/. • CEN will prepare you for a dynamic AUS was the first university in the Gulf Graduates of the College of Engineering The quality of our programs and career in engineering, giving you region and the second outside the United (CEN) are among the top engineering facilities allows us to attract world-class both the technical and professional States to receive this accreditation. and computing talent in the region. faculty who take enthusiastic efforts to skills required to excel in your field. remain at the forefront of knowledge. • We offer hands-on experience in our We offer students high-quality At CEN, you will experience hands-on comprehensive suite of state-of-the- undergraduate degree programs across learning through our well-equipped art facilities. a range of engineering and computing and extensive laboratory facilities, and majors targeted to regional market receive foundational instruction in the • Our curriculum provides an up-to- needs. Our class sizes are small, and most-up-to-date innovations to make date, global and regional outlook we maintain an appropriate student to you workforce ready. on advancements across a broad faculty ratio that facilitates teaching spectrum of engineering disciplines. and learning. • Our exceptional faculty members will mentor and guide you in your discovery and mastery of the world of engineering, while providing you with opportunities to be part of groundbreaking research and Studying chemical engineering at AUS has been a innovation. thoroughly challenging and rewarding experience. Gaining a solid foundation in the study of chemical • With women making up 35 percent processes from the molecular scale to the chemical plant level is a hallmark of the undergraduate of our engineering students, CEN program. At AUS, I learned how to develop a represents the diversity of the UAE strong personal work ethic, and simultaneously and pushes the limits of gender work in diverse student teams. I like the fact that the curriculum is strongly grounded in chemistry equality in the industry as a whole. and math, but also that it provides me an outlet to pursue further interests in fields including biomedical Scan here to engineering, catalysis and material science. learn more Adnan Kapadia and download College of Engineering our brochure. 16 17
AUS Undergraduate Programs Degree Programs School of Business • Bachelor of Arts in Economics Administration • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Major in Accounting www.aus.edu/sba Major in Economics Why choose SBA? AUS has been Major in Finance • SBA is the first business school in ranked the Major in Management the region to be recognized as a best in the Bloomberg Experiential Learning Middle East for Major in Management Partner (ELP). Information Systems business and • SBA is recognized internationally with Major in Marketing accreditation from the Association management to Advance Collegiate Schools of studies Business (AACSB International), an (QS, 2019). honor that makes us part of an elite group, as fewer than five percent of the world’s business schools have achieved this prestigious distinction. • SBA graduates are highly employable with many working for some of the biggest multinational corporate names in the world. • Our highly qualified faculty members Accreditation provide you with access to the most cutting-edge business research and The School of Business Administration curriculum. The AUS School of Business including management, marketing, is accredited by the Association to • Our curriculum is in sync with the Administration (SBA) is one of the most accounting, finance, economics and Advance Collegiate Schools of Business constantly evolving trends and modes respected business schools in the region. management information systems. This (AACSB), www.aacsb.edu. of the marketplace, and provides you As we prepare tomorrow’s global will give you a working understanding with the best and most up-to-date business leaders, our highly qualified evolving business, economic and methods of instruction. faculty work to promote our core values governmental trends. of excellence, leadership, inclusiveness, • We provide access to some of the teamwork and ethics. Our partnerships and interaction top business leaders in the region with major businesses and leaders in through lectures and seminars An undergraduate degree from the region will provide you with the specifically targeted at SBA students. SBA will give you both the local opportunity to establish your own and global perspective required to professional network and provide establish yourself in the business you with practical industry experience world. Our programs focus on critical throughout your academic career. thinking, effective communication and competence in a variety of disciplines Facilities • Interactive Trading Floor, providing students with real-time access to SBA provides many opportunities for both academic and personal growth. It is important that the skills we learn in global financial information through different business courses can be later on applied to professional life, and not just in academia. With the help of 27 terminals various student organizations within SBA, we, as students, can take part in extracurricular activities, conferences and seminars, as well as find support and advice when needed. Moreover, the internship and placement office provides • 18 smart classrooms, seating 42 excellent internship and career opportunities that can help students navigate the job market and become successful students each Scan here to members of the business community. • State-of-the-art computer labs learn more Anna Terekhova School of Business Administration • Study carrels for break-out meetings and download our brochure. 18 19
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AUS Undergraduate Programs Start Fall 2020 applications Early applications Must be received between Choose your application type: Prepare scans of your documents: 1 23 October 1, 2019 and 1. New Applicant June 18, 2020 (first time university student) Color scan of your passport, Regular applications transcripts, high school grades 2. Transfer and TOEFL/IELTS Must be received between June 18, 2020 and (Academic)/EmSat 3. Returning English scores July 16, 2020 University transcripts (for transfer students) www.aus.edu/required- Apply now documents www.aus.edu/apply After you have completed the online application: Apply before the Upload the Confirm your admissions deadline: required application status: documents to: 4 56 www.aus.edu/deadlines • By logging in to apply.aus.edu apply.aus.edu and by email • Complete your application file by submitting the required documents listed in your Admission Letter Take the placement Submit your official Attend tests required for attested documents orientation week your major Check the website for dates 789 www.aus.edu/attestations www.aus.edu/aus- Welcome sessions placement-tests for new students and parents File completion Finish Course registration You’re ready to experience your new life as an AUS student! For more information, contact the Office of Enrollment Management - Undergraduate Admissions: infodesk.aus.edu | +971 6 515 1000. 22 23
AUS Undergraduate Programs Admissions: For more information about undergraduate admissions, What You Need to Know contact the Office of Enrollment Management +971 6 515 1000 | infodesk.aus.edu. Types of Admission Application Type Early Regular New Applicants in their final year of secondary school are encouraged to apply for early admission by submitting official grade reports Applying after you have completed your final year of If you are applying to AUS as a fresh high school graduate, you must: from at least the last two years (i.e., Grades 10 and 11) previous secondary school to the final year of secondary school. • meet the minimum admission requirements depending on the applicant’s type of secondary education program and certificate. Early applicants must complete the Regular admission applicants must See Admissions Requirements for the full list of requirements for new applicants, online application and provide: follow the regular application process www.aus.edu/general-required-documents. • official grades from at least two previous and submit the following documents: years of secondary school study - a recognized and officially certified • SAT Mathematics or EmSAT Mathematics secondary school certificate or equivalent with the grades from the last three years Transfer (as applicable) • TOEFL, IELTS (Academic) or EmSat-Achieve of secondary schooling showing your English (if applicable) grade average If you are applying to transfer from another university to AUS, you must: Important: - officially certified documentation of • be in good academic standing (i.e., not dismissed from the institution from which you are national secondary school final exam transferring). • Admission to CAAD and CEN is highly results (if taken) competitive. Students applying to programs • be transferring from a recognized and accredited institution of higher learning offering offered by these colleges must apply early - SAT Mathematics or EmSAT Mathematics learning experiences equivalent to those offered at AUS, and have successfully completed one Application Type: to reserve a seat. (as applicable) or more semesters at that institution. - TOEFL, IELTS (Academic) or EmSat- Note: The College of Engineering and the School of Business Administration will only accept New • Applicants with the highest grades who have the required English proficiency testing Achieve English (if applicable) transfer credit for programs recognized by their respective accreditation bodies (ABET and Transfer scores (and SAT score as applicable) will be AACSB) or from approved universities (SBA only). Returning given priority consideration. • have met the minimum requirements for admission to AUS prior to your admission to the • Early admission is only offered to highly institution from which you are transferring. qualified students and not considered • submit official transcripts of high school and university/college records along with the syllabi final until students submit the following and descriptions of the courses you wish to transfer. documents before they may register for classes: • have achieved a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) as required by AUS for that - A recognized and officially certified type of institution. secondary school certificate or equivalent Important: showing successful completion of • Courses taken more than five years prior to matriculation as an AUS student are not secondary education. transferrable. - All other items requested in the letter • A maximum of 50 percent of the credits completed in residence at another institution can be of admission considered for transfer. Applications for Fall Semester 2020 open Applications for Fall Semester 2020 open on • Decisions regarding the awarding of transfer credits are made solely by the appropriate October 1, 2019 and close on April 16, 2020 April 17, 2020 and close July 16, 2020 division dean/department head at AUS. Your admission to AUS will be on a competitive basis, depending on a variety of factors, including: Returning • secondary education certificate or school average • SAT Mathematics or EmSAT Mathematics (as applicable) If you are returning to AUS after a period of absence, you must: • number of qualified applicants • be in good standing. Students who leave AUS for two or more consecutive semesters, inclusive of a semester of complete course withdrawal, must apply as returning applicants. • number of available seats • TOEFL (iBT) score 80 and above, Institutional TOEFL (ITP) score 550 and above, IELTS (Academic) Readmission of returning applicants is subject to AUS academic rules and regulations. score 6.5 and above or EmSAT-Achieve English score of 1550 and above (as applicable) 24 25
AUS Undergraduate Programs Admission Requirements Sample Secondary Certificates Minimum Requirements Minimum average of 80% is required in the best two years of As the university with the most international student community in the world General Secondary School Certificate secondary education, or 80% in the final public examination (Times Higher Education), we understand that every applicant is different. Minimum of B or 80% average in the best two years of grades 10, American-Style High School Diploma Depending on where you completed your secondary school studies, you’ll need 11 and 12 or final grade 12 alone to meet specific admission requirements. International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Obtain the IB Diploma with a minimum of 24 points and meet all other diploma requirements (Islamic Studies is not counted) Admission to the university is competitive and the actual required minimum average Complete 12th Standard and typically obtain a minimum average as for consideration and to guarantee a seat will depend on a number of factors, Indian Board(s) required by AUS in the best two years or in the final year including your average secondary education scores, SAT scores (if applicable), the At least five IGCSE/GCSE and two GCE subjects and obtain British System number of qualified applicants, the number of available seats and your English IGCSE, GCSE, GCE minimum grades as required by AUS. Applicants must also proficiency testing scores. complete grade 12 in school. The minimum required average for accepting an application for consideration is the Note: Students who graduated from school and joined the workforce or took a minimum of a one-year gap should submit a Post High School Declaration Form. equivalent of 80 percent or more in the final year of secondary school (depending on the education system), or 80 percent or more in the best two out of the last three English Proficiency Minimum Requirement years. Higher averages may be applicable for certain colleges and/or majors. Other Students must meet the minimum required score on one of the tests below. program-specific requirements may also apply. TOEFL (iTP)* TOEFL (iBT) IELTS (Academic) EmSat (English) 550 80 6.5 1550 *Taken at AUS only Are you eligible for advanced standing? If you have achieved a minimum grade equivalent to B (3.0) in the IB Higher Level, For the complete list of requirements based on your secondary school background, visit GCE A-Level, the Lebanese Baccalaureate, the French Baccalaureate, Spanish www.aus.edu/academic-requirements. Baccalaureate, the German Abitur or the American Advanced Placement Tests, you may be awarded course credits for some courses and may be exempted For more information on tests, visit from taking the placement tests. For more information, visit www.aus.edu/aus- www.aus.edu/testing-center/academic-exams. placement-tests. To submit your AP results directly to AUS, use the AP Designated Institution (DI) code 5543. 26 27
AUS Undergraduate Programs Preparing Your Documents Admission to AUS: To complete your application for admission, you will need to provide specific documents. Use the checklist below to make sure you provide us with everything we The Next Steps need to process your application. 1. Confirm your admission: You will be notified by AUS of your offer of admission in the mail, as well as online. You can check the status of your application and any possible missing documents by visiting www.aus.edu/application-status. 2. Pay your deposit to secure your place: To guarantee a seat reservation you will be required to pay a 5,000 UAE Dirhams deposit, along with a 500 UAE Dirhams dorm room deposit if you choose to live on campus. Both deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable to others under any circumstances and must be paid before the published deadline. tio n for admission (online) Completed AUS applica 3. Take the freshman placement tests: All freshman students are required to take placement tests. Which tests you need to take depends on your selected by the ol certificate certified major. See the table below: Of fic ia l se co nd ar y sc ho Required Placement Tests es* appropriate authoriti Major Engineering Math Business Math Architecture Math Physics English* d by the y certificate as require Architecture/Interior Design No No Yes No Yes Hi gh Sc ho ol Eq ui va le nc Biology/Chemistry/Environmental Sciences/Physics Yes No No Yes Yes ion UAE Ministry of Educat Business Administration (all majors) No Yes No No Yes Computer Science Yes No No Yes Yes ndary of the last three seco Design Management No Yes No No Yes Official grade reports ities the appropriate author Engineering majors Yes No No Yes Yes cla ss es ce rt ifi ed by school English Language and Literature International Studies No No No No No No No No Yes Yes Mass Communication No No No No Yes SAT Mathem atics (as applicable) SAT Mathematics or Em Psychology No No No No Yes Mathematics Yes No No Yes Yes Multimedia Design/Visual Communications No No No No Yes Undeclared Major ** ** ** ** ** passport A colored scan of your * Students who don't have TOEFL/IELTS/EmSAT English scores may register for math and physics placement tests as required by their intended majors. However, they are not allowed to register for the English placement test. **Students with undeclared major should take all the placement tests of their intended major. nts) tional ID (for UAE reside A colore d scan of your UAE Na Note: The appropriate placement test(s) must be taken before a student can enroll in the corresponding first-year course. If you have already completed a TOEFL (ITP or iBT), IELTS, EmSat English or SAT Subject d TO EF L, IELTS (Aca demic) or EmSAT-Achieve Test - Math Level 1 or Level 2 with the scores shown in the below table, you will be The require g e at the time of applyin exempted from taking the corresponding placement test. English score, if availabl Test Name Minimum Score Exempted From UAE Dirhams application fee of 400 TOEFL (ITP) 580 A non-refundable TOEFL (iBT) 92 English Placement Test IELTS 7.5 400 AED cript evaluation fee of EmSAT 1800 A non-refundable trans ning AUS) ctible from tuition upon joi SAT Subject Test r ap pl ica nt s (de du for transfe SAT Subjects - Math Level 1 600 Math Placement Test SAT Subjects - Math Level 2 600 4. Submit your official documents to complete your file: Check the website for the full list of official documents you may need to submit, including attested secondary school certificates, TOEFL, IELTS (Academic), EmSAT-Achieve English, SAT Mathematics, EmSAT Mathematics and High School Equivalency certificate as required by the UAE Ministry of Education. 5. Begin class registration: You will receive instructions on how to register for *From country of origin: certification by the authorized educational authority, the country’s ministry of foreign classes for your first semester of university studies at AUS. For the full list of courses affairs and the UAE Embassy. From UAE: certification by the UAE Ministry of Education. available, see the AUS Undergraduate Catalog at www.aus.edu/aus-catalogs. 28 29
AUS Undergraduate Programs Financial Grants and Scholarships Want to know Each year, AUS provides approximately AED 80 million in merit scholarships and need-based financial grants, benefiting approximately two-thirds of all enrolled AUS students. These designated funds are available for highly qualified undergraduate students more? Visit our admissions and enrollment website for more information on: with limited financial resources. Admitted students who pay the seat reservation deposit before the deadline may apply for a financial grant, regardless of their • AUS Testing Center race, color, gender, religion or national origin. • placement tests Once you have received your official Letter of Admission, you may request a • file completion information, including documentation requirements grant/scholarship application form from the Office of Financial Grants. • changing your major Chancellor’s Scholarship • deferring your application For more information about financial (75%–100% of tuition, lab/technology and more! scholarships and grants at AUS, and housing fees) contact: Eligibility Criteria: www.aus.edu/financial-grants-and- • Minimum average of 95% or scholarships equivalent • Outstanding personal and leadership qualities +971 6 515 2060/2072 www.aus.edu/undergraduate • Special contributions to the community • Special honors or awards • Community service and school extracurricular activities Merit Scholarships (20% to 50% of tuition and lab/ technology fees) A range of merit scholarships are available to students who achieve school cumulative averages equivalent to 90% and above. Application is not required. Financial Grants (Up to 50% of tuition and housing fees) Eligibility Criteria: Limited financial resources Family Tuition Grant (25% of tuition and lab/technology fees) Eligibility Criteria: • For families with more than one daughter/son enrolled simultaneously at AUS as full-time undergraduates in a degree program • A tuition and lab/technology fees discount of 25% is awarded to each sibling after the first 30 31
AUS Undergraduate Programs Tuition and Fees Tuition Fees For Academic Year 2020–2021* (All fees are in UAE Dirhams) Tuition for all majors (12 to 16 credits) 48,070 per semester (AED 96,140 per year)** Achievement Academy 31,220 per semester Bridge Program Student Activities Fee 290 per semester Health insurance is required of all students. The insurance fee is AED 300 or AED 600 per semester, depending on the type of insurance plan applicable for each student. All students: 112.50 per semester for medical services at University Hospital Sharjah’s 2/3 Primary Care Clinic and Emergency Room. *Subject to change pending approval of the AUS Board of Trustees. Check the AUS website for updates. **In addition, technology fees may apply based on the courses registered for in a given semester: Lab/Technology Fee Type A of students (1,340 per course) | Lab/Technology Fee Type B (1,480 per course) receive grants Students admitted to the School of Business Administration, College of Architecture, Art and Design and College of and scholarships Engineering are required in their first semester to purchase a designated laptop during orientation week. Find out more: www.aus. Payments edu/financial- To secure your place at AUS, you will need to make all relevant fee payments to the AUS grants-and- cashier before the deadline. scholarships. We accept cash (UAE Dirhams only), check (current dated, UAE Dirhams checks drawn on UAE Bank), and direct deposition and bank transfer. For finance-related inquiries, including instructions on how to pay, please contact Student Accounts at +971 6 515 2233 or +971 6 515 2039 or +971 6 515 2282 or send email to studentaccounts@aus.edu. Residential Halls Just over 25 percent of AUS students live on campus. Residence on campus is optional and only available for full-time undergraduate students who have paid or arranged for the payment of their room, tuition and other university fees. (Other student categories may be considered depending on the availability of rooms. There are separate campus residential halls for men and women, which offer the option between a private room or a double room for shared living. All residential halls are equipped with Internet access, computer labs, gyms, TV and entertainment rooms, vending machines and laundry rooms. Academic Year 2020–2021* (All fees are in UAE Dirhams) Type of Room Per Semester Per Academic Year Private room: Single occupancy with private bath and kitchenette (men’s and women’s dorms) 17,230 34,460 Living on Semi-private room: Single occupancy with a shared bath and kitchenette (men’s and 12,200 24,400 women’s dorms) campus is Shared room: Double occupancy with a shared bath and kitchenette (men’s and women’s dorms) 9,280 18,560 optional and Shared room for new first-time students: Double occupancy with a shared bath and 2,000 4,000 only available kitchenette for the first two semesters only (men’s and women’s dorms) for full-time Single room: Single occupancy with a common bath and no kitchenette (men’s dorms only) 6,430 12,860 fee-paying Double room: Double occupancy with a common bath and no kitchenette (men’s dorms only) 3,740 7,480 undergraduate Utilities service fee 290 580 AUS students. Residential halls maintenance deposit 1,000 *Subject to change pending approval of the AUS Board of Trustees. Check the AUS website for updates. 32 33
AUS Undergraduate Programs The AUS Story AUS was founded in 1997 by His Highness recognized by employers the world over Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Muhammad Al for creating graduates equipped with the Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council knowledge, skills and drive to lead in the of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler 21st century. of Sharjah. Sheikh Sultan articulated his vision of a distinctive institution against AUS values learners not driven only the backdrop of Islamic history and in the by academic success, but by those that context of the aspirations and needs of embrace our dynamic campus life and contemporary society in the UAE and the embody our ideals of openness, tolerance Gulf region. and respect. This combination of academic excellence and community spirit Firmly grounded in principles of ensures AUS is filled with world-class meritocracy and with a strong reputation faculty and students, poised to become for academic excellence, AUS has come to the innovators, thinkers, contributors and represent the very best in teaching and leaders of tomorrow. research, accredited internationally and 34 35
THERE’S V_4_20 NO OTHER UNIVERSITY LIKE AUS American University of Sharjah Office of Enrollment Management - Undergraduate Admissions infodesk.aus.edu Tel +971 6 515 1000 WhatsApp 050 5ASKAUS (+971 50 527 5287) 800 ASKAUS (+971 800 275 287) www.aus.edu/apply
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