Description

The American University of Sharjah (AUS) offers a variety of scholarships and financial grants for international students in 2025 ensuring that financial limitations do not prevent deserving students from accessing high-quality education. These scholarships target both undergraduate and graduate students, with different programs available based on academic merit, leadership, community service, and financial need.

About the University:

The American University of Sharjah (AUS) is a leading institution of higher education located in the United Arab Emirates, offering a diverse and international academic environment. Founded in 1997 by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, AUS is known for its strong commitment to academic excellence, cultural diversity, and fostering leadership skills. The university offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across various disciplines, including engineering, business, arts, and sciences. AUS is accredited by reputable international organizations and is recognized for its modern campus facilities, active student life, and dedication to research, innovation, and community service.

Degree Level

American University of Sharjah UAE Financial Grants and Scholarships 2025-2026 for International Students is available to undertake Bachelor level programs at American University of Sharjah.

Available Subjects

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• All Subjects

Benefits

1. President’s Scholarship

The President’s Scholarship is a prestigious award for international students enrolling at AUS for the first time. It covers 100% of tuition and lab fees, provides an application fee waiver, offers a monthly stipend, on-campus housing, and includes three round-trip tickets during the student's study period. The scholarship also covers student medical insurance.

2. Chancellor’s Scholarship

This scholarship is aimed at students within the UAE, covering full tuition and lab fees, on-campus housing, and student medical insurance.

3. Merit Scholarships

AUS provides Merit Scholarships ranging from 10% to 30% of tuition and lab fees. These are automatically offered to students who achieve high academic standing, with a 90% high school average or higher in either the last two of three years or the final year of secondary education.

4. Sharakah School Scholarship

AUS partners with Sharakah schools, allowing them to nominate one exceptional student for this scholarship. It provides a 45% remission on tuition, lab/technology fees, and on-campus housing. Applicants must exhibit leadership qualities, academic excellence, and community involvement.

Eligible Nationalities

These scholarships are open to international students of all nationalities.

Eligibility Criteria

1. President’s Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

• British qualification: 3 A-levels and 5 GCSEs (All A grades)
• IB Diploma: Minimum 40 points
• American curriculum: Minimum 98%, with 3 APs at grade 5 or SAT score of 1400
• IELTS: 7.0 or TOEFL iBT: 94
• Other international qualifications should be equivalent to the above standards.

Additional Requirements:

• A portfolio with an essay about extracurricular activities, leadership, and community contributions.
• Evidence of scientific or literary contributions to the community.
• A video (3 to 5 minutes) explaining why the applicant deserves the scholarship.
• Two recommendation letters.

Application Deadline: 6th March, 2025

2. Chancellor’s Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

• British qualification: 3 A-levels (2 As and 1 B) & 5 GCSEs (All A grades)
• IB Diploma: Minimum 38 points
• American curriculum: Minimum 98%, with 2 APs at grade 5 or SAT combined score of 1200
• IELTS: 7.0 or TOEFL iBT: 94

Additional Requirements:

• Submission of an essay and a video (3 to 5 minutes) detailing extracurricular and leadership activities.
• Two recommendation letters.

Application Deadline: 6th March 2025

3. Merit Scholarships

These are automatically offered to students who achieve high academic standing, with a 90% high school average or higher in either the last two of three years or the final year of secondary education.

4. Sharakah School Scholarship

Eligibility: 

• High school average of 90% or above and nomination by the school.

Application Deadline: 6th July, 2025

Application Procedure

How to Apply

International students can apply for AUS scholarships by:

• Creating an account on apply.aus.edu.
• Completing the admission application.
• Following the provided instructions for the respective scholarship.
• Scholarships at AUS are renewable for students who maintain the required academic and conduct standards.

For more information and specific application deadline refer to the AUS website given down below.