Frequently Asked Questions: Undergraduate Programs
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Undergraduate Programs FAQs
Q: When is the Admissions Deadline?
Q: Where and how can someone obtain information on AUS?
Q: Is there any office or agency that officially represents AUS overseas?
Q: Does AUS offers afternoon classes, part-time or correspondence programs?
Q: Does AUS provide residency visas for its students?
Q: How long does it take AUS to issue student visas?
Q: What are the majors offered at AUS?
Q: Is AUS affiliated with any other American university?
Q: How do I apply for the Master’s program?
Q: What is the minimum high school average for admission?
Q: What are the secondary education certificates accepted by AUS?
Q: Does AUS ask for SAT I and TOEFL?
Q: Does AUS conduct entrance exams?
Q: Does AUS conduct TOEFL exams?
Q: Does AUS accept transfer students?
Q: How many courses does a transfer student have to complete before transferring to AUS?
Q: What is the minimum GPA required from a transfer applicant to be considered for admission?
Q: How long does it take to inform a transfer applicant about the number of credits to be awarded?
Q: What is the maximum number of credit hours that may be transferred to AUS?
Q: Tuition Fees for Academic Year 2012 – 2013
Q: Housing Fees for Academic Year 2013–2014
Q: Payments
Q: Does AUS offer scholarships or financial grants to students?
Yes there are three types of scholarships that are available to AUS students:
1- Financial Grants: First-time students may apply, if they meet the following requirements:
- Have received an official letter of admission to the university
- Have limited financial resources
The amount of grant to be awarded depends on the financial need and academic qualifications of the applicant. Moreover, approved applicants planning to reside on campus in sharing or double rooms may be also granted partial assistance toward their residential hall fees
2- University Merit Scholarship: Newly admitted students who achieve a minimum average of 95 percent or equivalent in the last year of secondary education are eligible for a Merit Scholarship of 10 percent of tuition fees.
3- Chancellor's Scholarship (highly competitive): Newly admitted students may apply for the Chancellor’s Scholars Award, which ranges from 75 percent to 100 percent of the tuition fees if they meet the following requirements:
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submit an essay detailing extracurricular activities, talents, social activities, and anticipated contribution to AUS
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outstanding personal qualities and leadership abilities in school and the community
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scientific or literary contributions to the community
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special school or community honors or awards
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community service and school extracurricular activities
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a minimum average of 95 percent or equivalent in the last three years of secondary education
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limited financial resources
Q: Are transfer students included in the Scholarships policy?
Q: Does AUS guarantee that accommodation will be provided to me if I apply?
