Sharakah
Empowering Schools. Inspiring Students.
As part of AUS’ commitment to community engagement, the Sharakah Program was established to build lasting partnerships with outstanding high schools in the UAE and beyond. But Sharakah is more than just an initiative for students; it’s a collaborative platform designed to support entire school communities.
Through tailored teacher training, professional development for counselors, student competitions, academic workshops, university preparation programs and sponsorships for school initiatives, Sharakah bridges the gap between high school and higher education.
Partner schools also benefit from exclusive scholarship opportunities for their students, creating a direct pathway into AUS for the next generation of leaders, innovators and changemakers.
Our growing network of partner schools speaks to the strength and impact of this collaboration.
Discover how your school community can thrive through Sharakah.
Events and Programs
The Sharakah Program offers an exciting calendar of events and initiatives that enrich learning, encourage exploration and foster growth, both inside and beyond the classroom.
From academic challenges to creative competitions, sports tournaments to teacher training, every event is tailored to empower the entire school community. Whether you’re a student discovering new passions, a teacher expanding your skill set or a counselor guiding future graduates, there’s a Sharakah initiative designed for you.
- Highlights include:
- Academic Competitions and Olympiads | Put knowledge to the test in subjects like math, science, business and engineering.
- Creative Challenges | Explore innovation through design, media and storytelling contests.
- Sports Tournaments | Engage in friendly inter-school athletic events hosted on the AUS campus.
- University Preparation Programs | Get a head start with admissions guidance, mock interviews and application support.
- Professional Development for Teachers and Counselors | Take part in hands-on workshops that equip educators with tools for today’s dynamic classrooms.
- School-Sponsored Collaborations | Gain AUS support for your school’s initiatives, such as publications, clubs or academic fairs, through funding and expert engagement.
These exclusive opportunities are only available to Sharakah partner schools and are designed to bring your school community closer to the vibrant academic life at AUS.
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Scholarships
Students from Sharakah Partner Schools may be eligible for a Sharakah School Scholarship at AUS.
Through this initiative, partner schools can nominate one outstanding student each year to be considered for this prestigious scholarship. The scholarship recognizes students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and meaningful contributions to their school and community.
We are proud to offer this opportunity to support high-achieving and deserving students in pursuing their education at AUS. Below, you will find important details about eligibility, nomination guidelines and scholarship benefits.
Your school can select/nominate one of your exceptional AUS applicants to receive a Sharakah School Scholarship named after your school. This scholarship covers 45 percent remission on tuition, lab fees and on-campus housing (sharing room for women and men; single and double for men only). To be eligible, applicants must be evaluated by an established school committee, within the following guidelines:
- demonstrated outstanding personal qualities and leadership abilities in school and the community
- have made scientific or literary contributions to his/her local community
- received special honors or awards for community service and school extracurricular activities
- achieved a minimum high school average equivalent to 95 percent and above in either (1) at least two of the last three years or (2) final year of secondary education
a) Every Sharakah School can select/nominate one student for a Sharakah School Scholarship (nominated applicants should have applied to AUS and received an AUS ID number eg.@0000... )
b) Sharakah Schools must form a committee to finalize their selection/nomination and send the applicant’s information by completing a digital form. To receive the digital form, please send your request to [email protected].
c) The recommended applicant named by the school will be awarded the scholarship in writing and must accept it by the established AUS deadline.
d) The awarded applicant will not be eligible for a financial grant or merit scholarship in addition to the Sharakah School Scholarship.
- Other Grants and Scholarships Available
AUS offers the opportunity for a university education to those who have the necessary talent and commitment, but perhaps not the finances. Two out of three students at AUS receive grants and scholarships each year. For more information on the range of scholarships and grants available to qualifying students, please click here.
Within established guidelines, AUS will work to help financially challenged students from your school who are interested in joining the university. To help us in this regard, we would truly appreciate your support in sharing information about our scholarship and grant opportunities to interested parents and students.
We are happy to work collaboratively with you on cases that require special consideration. We encourage you to connect directly with the Office of Financial Grants and Scholarships to discuss the cases of applicants who have special circumstances.
Sponsorships
AUS is pleased to offer its Sharakah Partners partial sponsorship for projects that fall under the following categories:
- school yearbook and other institutional publications
- events and activities that are directly related to students in Grades 10, 11 and 12
- use of the AUS auditorium for graduation ceremonies (venue only, subject to availability)
- school open days and fairs that are directly related to students in Grades 10, 11 and 12
To submit a request, please complete this form.
We look forward to receiving your sponsorship requirements by the third week of February.
For more information, [email protected].
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