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Undergraduate Fees
Tuition
Tuition for full-time undergraduate students is given in the table below. For undergraduate students with uninterrupted registration since Spring 2004, the full-time course load is 12 to 18 credits. For undergraduate students admitted or matriculating from IEP after Spring 2004 or returning to the university after Spring 2004 after not attending AUS for at least one semester, the full-time course load is 12 to 16 credits.
For undergraduate students registering for more than 18 or 16 credits (as applicable) there is a supplementary fee of UAE Dhs.1,705 /credit over 18 or 16 (as applicable). Part-time students registering for less than 12 hours are charged UAE Dhs. 1,985 /credit regardless of their major. Additional undergraduate fees and housing charges are given in the tables that follow.
Undergraduate Tuition Applicable During the Academic Year 2005-2006
Full-time undergraduate students |
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Fees per Semester |
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| College/School |
Major |
Students admitted prior to Fall 2002 (Rate A) |
Students admitted in or after Fall 2002 (Rate B & C) |
Fees For Summer |
| College of Arts & Sciences |
Environmental Science |
Dhs. 20,000 |
Dhs. 23,800 |
Dhs. 1,985/credit |
| Undeclared Majors |
Dhs. 23,800 |
Dhs. 23,800 |
| All Other Majors |
Dhs. 20,000 |
Dhs. 20,000 |
| Intensive English Program |
Dhs. 18,500 |
Dhs. 18,500 |
Dhs. 5,750 |
| School of Architecture & Design |
All Majors |
Dhs. 23,800 |
Dhs. 25,400 |
Dhs. 1,985/credit |
| School of Business & Management |
Management Information Systems |
Dhs. 23,800 |
Dhs. 25,400 |
Dhs. 1,985/credit |
| Economics |
Dhs. 20,000 |
Dhs. 20,000 |
| Public Administration |
Dhs. 20,000 |
Dhs. 20,000 |
| All Other Majors * |
Dhs. 23,800 |
Dhs. 23,800 |
| School of Engineering |
Computer Engineering |
Dhs. 23,800 |
Dhs. 25,400 |
Dhs. 1,900/credit |
| Computer Science |
Dhs. 23,800 |
Dhs. 25,400 |
| All Other Majors ** |
Dhs. 23,800 |
Dhs. 23,800 |
| (i) Includes MIS-Intended (first two years of MIS) and computer enginnering -Intended (first-year of Computer Engineering). |
(ii) The above rates apply for full-time undergraduate students with the following range of credit hours registered during a semester:
| Rate A: |
12 to 18 credits: |
For continuing undergraduate students with uninterrupted registration since Spring 2002. |
| Rate B: |
12 to 18 credits: |
This refers to students who are admitted or matriculating from IEP to the above majors in or after Fall 2002 and including spring 2004 |
| Rate C: |
12 to 16 |
For students admitted or matriculating from IEP after spring 2004 and for students returning after spring 2004 after not attending AUS for at least one semester. |
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Part-time undergraduate (less than 12 credit hours): Dhs. 1,985 per credit hour
Undergraduate registration exceeding maximum credit hours: additional charge of Dhs. 1,705 per credit hour over full-time maximum credit hours |
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| Fee Type |
Compulsory |
Optional |
Per Semester |
For Summer Session |
Student Activities |
All students |
N/A |
Dhs. 100 |
Dhs. 50 |
Reinstatement Fee |
If applicable |
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Dhs. 1,000 |
Dhs. 1,000 |
Late Registration |
If applicable |
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Dhs. 400 |
Dhs. 200 |
Health Insurance |
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Plan I
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AUS-sponsored students |
For others |
Dhs. 450 |
Dhs. 150 |
Plan II |
Non-AUS-sponsored students |
N/A |
Dhs. 200 |
Dhs. 50 |
Other Expenses |
Costs of textbooks and supplies are the responsibility of students.
Third-year students in the School of Architecture & Design are required to provide their own laptop computer.
The School of Buusiness and Managment requires students to purchase laptops specified by the schoo. |
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| AUS has 10 residential halls (seven for men and three for women). Living on campus is optional. Students should contact the Office of Student Affairs for information regarding individual cases. |
| Room |
Per Semester |
Per Summer Session |
| Non-refundable residential hall room reservation deposit: Dhs. 500 Refundable residential hall damage deposit: Dhs. 1,000 |
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| Private |
Single occupancy with private bath and kitchenette |
Dhs. 8,350 |
Dhs. 3,340 |
| Semi-Private |
Single occupancy with a shared bath and kitchenette |
Dhs. 6,680 |
Dhs. 2,670 |
| Sharing |
Double occupancy with a shared bath and kitchenette |
Dhs. 4,180 |
Dhs. 1,680 |
| Single |
Single occupancy with a common bath and no kitchenette - for men only |
Dhs. 3,900 |
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| Double |
Double occupancy with a common bath and no kitchenette - for men only |
Dhs. 2,520 |
- |
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Residential hall room Internet connection fee (optional) |
Dhs. 400 |
Dhs. 150 |
Payment of Fees
All fees are due each semester at or before the time of registration and form an integral part of registration. AUS accepts the following methods of payment:
- Cash in UAE Dirhams (Dhs.) only
- Checks drawn on local banks in UAE Dirhams (If one or more checks return due to insufficient funds, checks will no longer be accepted.)
- Banker’s drafts
- Credit cards
- Direct transfers to Sharjah Islamic Bank Account No. 0029-200170-001 (Student’s name and ID number must be noted on transfer.)
A charge of Dhs. 500 is added if a check is returned for insufficient funds.
All student financial transactions with the university are processed through the Student Accounts Office located on the mezzanine floor of the Main Building. Questions concerning student accounts should be directed to the Student Accounts Office by calling 515 2233 or sending e-mail to studentaccounts@aus.edu.
All university employees and students must adhere to university deadlines, rules and regulations. Late fees and fines may apply for late book returns, parking violations, breakage/ replacement charges, late tuition payment, etc.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
Located in the Office of the Registrar, the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships provides a range of aid packages that help undergraduate students finance their education. Students may apply for financial aid regardless of their race, gender, religion or national origin. University-funded financial aid is not available in the summer. Applications for financial aid and scholarships may be collected directly from the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships. For more information, please call 515 2005 or 515 2060.
Tuition Remission
First-time students with limited financial resources who demonstrate academic excellence by achieving a minimum cumulative average grade score of 85 percent or the equivalent in the last three years of secondary education may apply for a tuition remission. The amount of the tuition remission depends on the financial need and academic qualifications of the applicant. Financial aid applications must be submitted to the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships by August 1 for the fall semester and December 19 for the spring semester.
Enrolled full-time students wit limited financial resources who have completed a minimum of 12 credits at AUS and who achieve a minimum semester GPA of 2.5 and cumulative GPA of 2.75 may apply for a tuition remission. The amount of the tuition remission depends on the financial need and academic qualifications of the applicant. Financial aid applications must be submitted to the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships by May 15 for the fall semester and December 4 for the spring semester.
University Merit Scholarship
First-time students who demonstrate academic excellence by achieving a minimum cumulative average grade score of 95 percent or the equivalent in the final year of their secondary education may apply for a Merit Scholarship. The scholarship granted in this category is 10 percent of the tuition fees. Scholarship applications must be submitted by August 1 for the fall semester and December 19 for the spring semester.
Chancellor’s Scholarship
First-time students may apply for the highly competitive Chancellor’s Scholarship. The scholarships granted in this category are applied to the student’s tuition. Scholarship applications must be submitted by August 1 for the fall semester. Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- outstanding personal qualities and leadership abilities in school and the
community
- scientific or literary contributions to the community
- special school or community honors or awards
- community service and school extracurricular activities
- a minimum average of 95 percent or equivalent in the last three years of secondary education
- limited financial resources
Family Tuition Grant
Effective September 2006, for families with more than one daughter/son
enrolled simultaneously in AUS as full-time undergraduates in a degree program, a tuition discount of 25 percent is given to each sibling after the first. If any sibling drops below 12 credits or is dismissed from the university, the family grant will be discontinued.
Rules for Maintaining Financial Aid
Students who are place on conduct probation, dismissed/suspended from the university or drop below 12 credits (15 for Chancellor’s Scholars) at any time during the semester will not be eligible for aid/grants in the following semester.
- Minimum semester GPA of 2.5
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75
- Full-time student status (minimum of 12 credits)
- Minimum semester GPA of 3.0
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3
- Full-time student status (minimum of 15 credits)
- Minimum semester GPA of 3.0
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75
- Full-time student status (minimum of 15 credits)
- Minimum semester GPA of 2.5
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75
- Full-time student status (minimum of 12 credits)
External Sponsorship
Some students are sponsored by government organizations, public institutions or private individuals. These sponsors are sent student schedules twice a semester and academic transcripts at the end of each semester for students under their sponsorship. Students under such sponsorship and sponsors may contact Student Accounts at 515 2233 for more details if required.
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