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Ajman University

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Type
Public University
Founded
Students
International

Ajman University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Ajman University is a public university in the United Arab Emirates. It suits students who want to study in the UAE and are checking an institution with a long local presence and a public website for admissions details.

  2. What you can study

    The university’s programme catalogue is not published in the information available here, so the specific subjects and degrees cannot be confirmed. Check the official website for the current list of programmes and entry routes.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the website for current entry requirements, document lists, deadlines, and any programme-specific conditions. Because the available information does not spell out the full procedure, confirm details directly with the admissions office before applying.

  4. What it costs

    Ajman University does not publish a tuition fee range in the information available here. Confirm the current fee for your programme and student category with the admissions office; you should also budget separately for living costs in the UAE, which vary by housing, transport, and daily spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The available information does not state the language of instruction, so confirm that on the official website before applying. If you are moving from abroad, also check visa steps, document attestation, health insurance, accommodation, and whether your previous qualifications meet the university’s entry rules.

  6. How it compares

    There are 37 universities in the United Arab Emirates, so Ajman University is one option in a fairly broad national higher-education market. Its standout point is that it was the first private university in the Gulf Cooperation Council and the first in the UAE to admit expatriate students under its earlier name, which may matter to applicants looking for established international access.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Ajman University

What type of university is Ajman University?

It is a public university in the United Arab Emirates.

Where is Ajman University located?

It is in the United Arab Emirates.

What is the university’s website?

http://www.ajman.ac.ae/

How many universities are there in the country?

There are 37 universities in the United Arab Emirates.

Overview

Ajman University was established on 17 June 1988 as the first private university in the Gulf Cooperation Council. It was the first university in the United Arab Emirates to admit expatriate students under the institutional name "Ajman University College of Science and Technology," which was subsequently renamed "Ajman University of Science and Technology". In 2018, it was again renamed to "Ajman University".

Programs at Ajman University

14 programs across 2 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United Arab Emirates.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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