Frequently Asked Questions: Undergraduate Programs
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Undergraduate Programs FAQs
Q: When is the admissions deadline for Academic Year 2016-2017?
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 offer 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 a master’s degree 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, TOEFL and IELTS?
Q: Does AUS conduct entrance exams?
Q: Does AUS conduct TOEFL exams?
Q: What are the procedures for applying?
Q: Does AUS accept transfer students?
Q: How many courses does a transfer student have to complete before transferring to AUS?
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: What are the accepted forms of payment?
Payments to the AUS cashier are accepted in the following forms:
Cash: Denomination of UAE Dirhams only
Check: Current dated, UAE Dirhams checks drawn on a UAE bank (bounced checks are subject to fine)
Cards: All major debit and credit cards (Card payments are subject to handling fees.)
Direct deposit and bank transfer to:
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Bank: Sharjah Islamic Bank (AUS Branch)
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Account Name: American University of Sharjah
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Account #. 0029-200170-001
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SWIFT: NBSHAEAS
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IBAN: AE65 0410 0000 2920 0170 001
The student's name (as per passport) and AUS ID number (if available) must be mentioned on all deposits and transfers.
Scan the deposit slip or transfer confirmation and email to studentaccounts@aus.edu or fax it to Finance: +971 6 515 2190
For further finance-related inquiries, please contact Student Accounts on +971 6 515 2233 or +971 6 515 2039 or +971 6 515 2282 or send email to studentaccounts@aus.edu.
Q: Does AUS offer scholarships or financial grants to students?
Q: Are transfer students included in the scholarships policy?
