Elevate: Middle East and North Africa

Established in 2006, American University in the Emirates (AUE) is a private institution of higher education offering nationally and internationally accredited bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs. Guided by the belief that investment in education represents a profound investment in individuals and their future success, AUE was founded with the goal of establishing a high-quality institution based on the American model of education in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Today, AUE serves a diverse student population from over 60 countries across its eight colleges: Business Administration, Media and Mass Communication, Law, Design, Engineering and Technology, Security and Global Studies, Education, and Health Sciences. From its inaugural class of 40 students, AUE has grown to approximately 2600 students, staying true to its motto, “Nothing Is Impossible.”

AUE holds international institutional accreditation by SACSCOC and programmatic accreditation from AACSB ABET, and ACEJMC while its design and creative arts programs have received substantial curriculum equivalency from NASAD, reinforcing the university’s commitment to global quality benchmarks. Through continuous academic innovation, strong industry engagement, and a student-centered philosophy, AUE continues to expand its academic portfolio and global footprint while advancing excellence in higher education.