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The United Arab Emirates University was awarded a
3 star rating
by the Global Star Rating System for Services on 25/03/2021
Online Application for Undergraduate Admissions International Students.
Service Description
International Students are admitted to UAEU in the first and second semesters of the
academic year on the basis of an assessment of their academic qualifications and the
instructional capacities of academic programs. Admissions to the United Arab Emirates
University are based on an admissions policy issued annually.
Students wishing to enroll in a program can apply online through our online application system.
This online service allows you to:
Complete the online application at your own pace.
Save your application to complete later (please note your Login ID and PIN code).
Upload documents in support of your application (each document at one time).
The following is a step-by-step guide intended to assist undergraduate applicants
through the online admissions process for undergraduate programs offered at UAEU:
If you need additional assistance, you can visit the Admissions Department where a
member of staff will assist you to complete the online application.
Target Audience
High school students whose degree does not exceed 3 years from the date of graduation
(international).
Admissions Criteria
International Students are eligible to be admitted to the United Arab Emirates University
and on a provisional basis to the following colleges during the current academic year.
Applicants must hold a certificate from the last three years only in accordance with
the criteria and conditions set forth by UAEU.
An international student enrolled in an accredited higher education institution may
apply for transfer to the University in accordance with the policies and procedures
approved by the University.
A high school certificate (Grade 12), or its equivalent, with a grade of not less
than 80%.
Applicants must have a valid English grade EmSAT (1250) or TOEFL ITP (525)/ IBT (70)
or have scored IELTS (5.5) or above.
Extract the equivalency certificate from the Ministry of Education (Abu Dhabi) for
private schools that do not follow the government curriculum and certificate from
outside UAE.
IELTS certificate issued outside the UAE must be approved by the British Council.
Admission Requirements per College
**Admission to the College of Medicine and Health Sciences and the Veterinary Medicine
program in the College of Food and Agriculture are limited to National Students.
College of Engineering
A minimum score of (1100) in EmSAT Exam of Mathematics, or its equivalent, or passing
the College placement tests.
A minimum score of (500) in EmSAT Exam of Chemistry or Physics, or its equivalent,
or passing the College placement tests.
A minimum score of (900) in EmSAT Exam of Arabic.
College of Information Technology
A minimum score of (1100) in EmSAT Exam of Mathematics, or its equivalent, or passing
the College placement tests.
A minimum score of (900) in EmSAT Exam of Arabic.
College of Science
A minimum score of (1100) in EmSAT Exam of Mathematics, or its equivalent, or passing
the College placement tests.
A minimum score of (500) in EmSAT Exam of Chemistry or Biology or Physics, or its
equivalent, or passing the College placement tests.
A minimum score of (900) in EmSAT Exam of Arabic.
College of Food and Agriculture
A minimum score of (1100) in EmSAT Exam of Mathematics, or its equivalent, or passing
the College placement tests.
A minimum score of (500) in EmSAT Exam of Chemistry or Biology or Physics, or its
equivalent, or passing the College placement tests.
A minimum score of (900) in EmSAT Exam of Arabic.
College of Humanities and Social Sciences
A minimum score of (700) in EmSAT Exam of Mathematics, or its equivalent, or passing
the College placement tests.
A minimum score of (1100) in EmSAT Exam of Arabic for the Majors offered in Arabic.
College of Education
A minimum score of (700) in EmSAT Exam of Mathematics, or its equivalent, or passing
the College placement tests.
A minimum score of (1100) in EmSAT Exam of Arabic for the Majors offered in Arabic.
College of Law
A minimum score of (700) in EmSAT Exam of Mathematics, or its equivalent, or passing
the College placement tests.
A minimum score of (1100) in EmSAT Exam of Arabic for the Majors offered in Arabic.
College of Business and Economics
A minimum score of (900) in EmSAT Exam of Mathematics, or its equivalent, or passing
the College placement tests.
A minimum score of (900) in EmSAT Exam of Arabic.
**In case a student could not achieve the college s admission terms and conditions within one semester from being provisionally assigned to the college, the University shall assign the student to a college with available capacity that is appropriate to the student s academic qualifications.
Tuition Fees:
Registration fees for courses:
College
Minimum Required Hours
Fees / Hours(AED)
Humanities and Social Sciences
120
1,900
Education
126
1,900
Law
130
1,900
Business and Economics
120
2,300
Science
120
2,500
Food and Agriculture
(Bachelor inVeterinary Medicine Only)
152
3,000
Food and Agriculture
(except Bachelor. in Veterinary Medicine)
120
2,500
Information Technology
(except B.Sc. in Computer Engineering)
130
2,500
Information Technology
(B.Sc. in Computer Engineering Only)
144
2,500
Engineering
147
2,500
Medicine and Health Sciences
(Health Science Programs Only)
120
2,500
All Undergraduate applicants to UAEU are required to submit an application fee online
as part of the application process, otherwise applications will not be considered
as complete, and consequently an admissions decision will not be made.
Documents Required:
All applicants must complete the application form. The application must be accompanied
by the following documents:
Original high school certificate and a true copy of Grade 12 certificate.
An equivalent certificate is required for private schools that do not follow the UAE
government curriculum.
A copy of a valid passport and a copy of a valid residency visa .
A certified copy of a birth certificate or other certificate verifying the student s age.
Copy of UAE identity card from both sides (if available).