Abu Dhabi University
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Abu Dhabi University

Established in 2003, Abu Dhabi University is the largest private university in the UAE, dedicated to academic excellence and innovation.

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, UAE
41%
8,000 Students
60% Intl. Students
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#501 QS World Ranking
#191 THE World Ranking

Quick Facts

Location Abu Dhabi, UAE
Acceptance rate 41%
Students 8,000
Intl. Students 60%

About University

Abu Dhabi University (ADU) provides over 50 programs. Its College of Business holds dual international accreditations from AACSB and EQUIS. ADU emphasizes research, innovation, and student employability through its Employability and Alumni Relations Office.

Academic Programs

Taught in English

Engineering and Technology

Mechanical, Civil, Computer Engineering

2+ programs 4 years
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering B.Sc. Information Technology

Business and Management

BBA in Finance, Accounting, Management

1+ programs 4 years
Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance

Intakes & Deadlines

Available intake periods for application

Open

Spring 2026

Spring 2026

Deadline: 01 Mar, 2026
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Open

Winter 2026

Winter 2026

Deadline: 01 Dec, 2025
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Admission Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

Basic Requirements

English Language Level

IELTS

5.0

TOEFL iBT

37

Pearson PTE

40.8

Duolingo

80

How to Enroll

Follow these steps to apply Abu Dhabi University

1

Select a major

Choose a program matching your interests

2

Fill application

Submit application via online portal

Cost of Study

Full breakdown of tuition and living costs

Annual tuition fee
From $15,210
Includes academic materials
Scholarships
Athletic Scholarship (25%), Family Tuition Waiver (15-25%), Academic Scholarship (20%)

Campus Life

Facilities and student experience

Accommodation

Off-campus accommodation

Sports facilities

World-class facility

Library

World-class facility

Labs

World-class facility