The United Arab Emirates is quickly becoming a popular study abroad destination-it is commonly shortened to UAE and is made up of seven states, or emirates (more like a smaller version of the United States). As with states in the US, each emirate is allowed a considerable amount of independence, but there’s also a federal government. This is known as the Supreme Council of Rulers, and is made up of the seven emirs – the leaders of each emirate – who inherit their positions.

University Applications

If you intend to study in the UAE, you’ll ned to apply to your chosen university online by the May/June before the commencement of your intended program. To apply, you’ll generally need to provide a completed application form, posses a valid passport, certificates and transcripts indicating your most recent academic qualification, academic references and proof of proficiency in English.

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Note that while each institution sets its own admission requirements, state universities often require students to be fluent in Arabic, as well as English – the main language used at universities in the UAE. If you are a non-native English speaker, IELTS/TOEFL results will be required.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are not the same for every university in the UAE. Universities set their tuition fees. The economic success of this region means that studying in the UAE can be relatively expensive. While program fees vary significantly, prices for a master’s degree range from around AED 48,000 (~US$13,070) to a hefty AED 120,000 (~US$32,670) for some specialized graduate programs.

Student Visas

To gain a visa to study in the UAE, you’ll need a sponsor who is resident in the country. If you have no relatives or contacts based in the UAE, the university offering you a place will usually do this for you. You can apply for your visa online, but remember there is no guarantee of acceptance even with a sponsor. Usually a student residence visa will only be issued for one year at a time, and can then be renewed. The application costs up to AED 3,000 (US$820), in addition to a deposit of AED 1,000 (US$270).

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