Undergraduate
30% (first semester)
Ajman University
Ajman, United Arab Emirates
"A non-profit university in Ajman, now QS top 400"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#397 (QS)
PSW VISA
Job-seeker visa (60-120 days)
About Ajman University
Ajman University was founded in 1988 as the first private university in the GCC and is a non-profit institution in Ajman, UAE. It ranks 397th in the QS World University Rankings 2027, its highest-ever position and its first entry into the global top 400. The university has nine colleges and students from more than 100 nationalities, and offers programmes including medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, engineering, business, law, architecture and mass communication.
Rankings & Recognition
#397
Ranked #397 in QS 2027, up from #440 in QS 2026.
Accreditations & Memberships
UAE Ministry of Higher Education / KHDA recognised
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Ajman University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
International Faculty#100
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Key Facts
1988
Founded
#397 (first top 400)
QS 2027
Non-profit
Type
Ajman
City
QS 100 score
Intl. Students
100+
Nationalities
Popular Programs
Dentistry
Pharmacy
Engineering
Business
Law
Architecture
Application Details
Application Route
University online application
Intakes
September, January (some)
IELTS
approx. 6.0-6.5
Alternatives
TOEFL / EmSAT accepted (by uni)
Part-time work
20 hrs/week with MOHRE permit
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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IELTS Academic
|
5.0 (UG); 6.0 (Medicine, PG) |
|
TOEFL iBT
|
61 (UG); 79 (Medicine) |
|
EmSAT English
|
1100 (UG); 1400 (Medicine, PG) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
95%
I-20 Processing
Student residence visa (uni-sponsored)
Post-Study Work
Job-seeker visa (60-120 days)
Green Card Pathway
Golden Visa (GPA 3.5+, top grads)
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
Merit-based (university)
Career Outcomes
13%
Placement Ratio
Job-seeker visa (60-120 days)
Post-Study Work
20 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Teaching Language — English
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Ajman University is located in Ajman, UAE, on a single campus.
Campus Details
25
m indoor swimming pool
Multi-sport
hall
Two
fitness rooms
Billiards
and table tennis
Chess
area
Campus Forecast
Hot summers
Warm winters
Desert climate
Low rainfall
Student Life & Housing
Housing
University hostel or private shared housing
Dining
Campus food courts; Indian food widely available
Health & Wellness
Health insurance required for visa
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports
Cultural and career events
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition
Varies by programme (see university)
UAE tuition range
approx. AED 20,000-100,000+ / year
Student visa costs
approx. AED 5,500-8,500 total
Visa maintenance (some)
AED 2,500 one-time
Intakes & Deadlines
Intakes in September (Fall) and January (Spring). Confirm exact dates with the admissions office.
Scholarships at Ajman University
2 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Indian Class 12 (CBSE / ISC / state) with good marks, attested; IELTS approx. 6.0-6.5 or equivalent.
Postgraduate
Recognised bachelor's in a related field (GPA / % by programme); IELTS approx. 6.0-6.5.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
5.0 (UG); 6.0 (Medicine, PG)TOEFL iBT
61 (UG); 79 (Medicine)EmSAT English
1100 (UG); 1400 (Medicine, PG)Required Documents
Passport (6+ months validity)
Class 10 and 12 marksheets (attested)
Bachelor degree + transcripts (PG)
English test (IELTS / TOEFL / EmSAT)
Passport photos
Medical fitness test (in UAE)
Health insurance
Equivalency (MoE) where needed
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick a programme at Ajman University and check entry and English requirements.
2
Apply online
Submit the online application with marksheets, passport and English scores.
3
Offer & deposit
Accept the offer and pay the seat / tuition deposit.
4
Entry permit
The university sponsors your student entry permit.
5
Arrive & residence
Do the medical test, Emirates ID and get the 1-year student residence visa.
6
Renew yearly
Renew the student visa each year (at least 45 days before expiry).
Campus & Location
Ajman University is located in Ajman, UAE, on a single campus.
Bachelor's
2
Ajman University
📍 Ajman
Bachelor's
Doctor of Dental Surgery
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