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Abu Dhabi University Fees & Cost for Indian Students

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ADU Tuition Fees for International Students
- Fees in Indian Rupees (INR)
- Fees Structure
- Off-Campus Accomodation & Transportation Cost
- Health Insurance
ADU Application Fees
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Tuition Fees for International Students

The Abu Dhabi University fee structure covers various expenses that students need to handle throughout their academic journey. This typically includes costs like accommodation or hostel charges, insurance, transport, and other personal spending. International students are required to settle these fees at the time of enrolment in their Abu Dhabi University programs. Payments must be made online, following the university’s official guidelines.

A major chunk of the total cost comes from tuition fees, which usually around AED 42,525 - 2,35,440 (INR 9,87,431 - 54,66,917) for the first year, depending on the course.

The fee details shared below have been gathered from the official Abu Dhabi University website and other trustworthy sources. These are indicative figures and might change over time.

Check out the table below for a detailed breakdown of Abu Dhabi University tuition fees in Indian Rupees:

Course level	Annual Tuition Fee in INR
UG	INR 11.37 L - 16.35 L
PG	INR 10.65 L - 22.6 L

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Fees Structure

Course	Tuition	Hostel
LL.M.	INR 12.81 L - 22.6 LGet Fee Details	INR 2.61 L
MS	INR 10.79 L - 13.7 LGet Fee Details	INR 2.61 L
MBA/PGDM	INR 10.65 L - 22.37 LGet Fee Details	INR 2.61 L - 4.45 L
B.E. / B.Tech	INR 12.93 L - 16.35 LGet Fee Details	INR 2.61 L

Abu Dhabi University fee is usually increased annually. For details, students are advised to check the official guidelines released by the university.

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Off-Campus Accomodation & Transportation Cost

Course	Cost in INR
MS	INR 1.16 L
MBA/PGDM	INR 1.16 L
B.E. / B.Tech	INR 1.16 L
B.Sc.	INR 1.16 L
BBA	INR 1.16 L
B.Arch	INR 1.16 L

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Health Insurance

Course	Cost in INR
LL.M.	INR 24.16 K
MS	INR 24.16 K
MBA/PGDM	INR 7.97 K - 24.16 K
B.E. / B.Tech	INR 24.16 K
B.Sc.	INR 24.16 K
MIM	INR 7.97 K
BBA	INR 24.16 K
MPH	INR 24.16 K
B.Arch	INR 24.16 K

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Application Fees

Course level	Cost in INR
UG	INR 7.61 K

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LL.M. fee details 2026

Fee components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition	INR 20.49 L
Hostel	INR 2.48 L
Insurance	INR 23 K
Others	INR 1 L
Total fee	INR 24.21 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

Mid-priced

LL.M. course offers great value for its price, ensuring a strong ROI.

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LL.M. Fees Comparison

Colleges	Tuition Fees	Hostel Fees
Abu Dhabi University	20.49 L	2.48 L
University of Westminster Compare	18.29 L - 21.24 L	12.03 L
St Mary's University, Twickenham Compare	16.59 L - 21.38 L	11.17 L
University of Canterbury Compare	13.26 L - 18.38 L	4.62 L
Staffordshire University Compare	18.09 L	-/-

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MS Fees 2026

The Abu Dhabi University MS is available for international students and has a total duration of 2 years. This program is offered at the graduate level, with first-year tuition fees is INR 9,87,431 - 19,74,861.

In addition to Abu Dhabi University tuition fees, international students should consider other living expenses, including accommodation or hostel fees, insurance, transportation, and personal expenses. On average, Abu Dhabi University accommodation costs approximately INR 3,48,300.

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Students can find a detailed breakdown of the Abu Dhabi University MS program fees in the table given below:

Fee components	Amount (for 2 years)
Tuition	INR 10.27 L
Hostel	INR 2.48 L
Insurance	INR 23 K
Transportation	INR 1.1 L
Others	INR 1.06 L
Total fee	INR 15.15 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

Affordable

MS course perfectly fits your needs and is budget-friendly!

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MS Fees Comparison

Colleges	Tuition Fees	Hostel Fees
Abu Dhabi University	10.27 L	2.48 L
Amity University, Dubai Campus Compare	10.35 L	8.05 L
University of West London RAK Branch Campus Compare	11.95 L	-/-
Manipal Academy of Higher Education - Dubai Campus Compare	6.88 L - 9.42 L	6.9 L
BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus Compare	7.68 L	7.2 L

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MBA/PGDM Fees 2026

Are you an Indian student who wants to study MBA/PGDM at Abu Dhabi University? This program designed to be completed within a duration ranging from 18 months to 24 months. This course is offered at graduate level and the first-year tuition fee of is INR 19,78,344, depending on choice of specialization.

In addition to tuition, prospective students should also consider living costs such as accommodation, insurance, commuting and other personal expenses. At Abu Dhabi University, the average cost for

In addition to tuition, prospective students should also consider living costs such as accommodation, insurance, commuting and other personal expenses. At Abu Dhabi University, the average cost for on-campus housing is approximately INR 3,48,300.

A comprehensive breakdown of the Abu Dhabi University MBA/PGDM fee structure is presented in the table below:

Fee components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition	INR 21.3 L
Hostel	INR 2.48 L
Insurance	INR 23 K
Transportation	INR 1.1 L
Others	INR 1.06 L
Total fee	INR 26.18 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

High-cost

MBA/PGDM course at a premium budget for top-tier education.

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MBA/PGDM Fees Comparison

Colleges	Tuition Fees	Hostel Fees
Abu Dhabi University	21.3 L	2.48 L
Curtin University - Australia Compare	22.37 L - 24.85 L	10.55 L - 15.45 L
SP Jain School Of Global Management - Dubai Campus Compare	26.96 L	-/-
University of Wollongong in Dubai Compare	15.45 L	-/-
London School of Business and Finance Compare	14.65 L	-/-

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B.E. / B.Tech Fees 2026

International students can take admission to the Abu Dhabi University B.E. / B.Tech program, which can be completed in 4 years. This program is offered at the UG level, with first-year tuition fees of INR 54,66,917. There are 4 years that a student can opt from to study B.E. / B.Tech at Abu Dhabi University.

Along with the Abu Dhabi University tuition fees, Indian students also need to factor in other living expenses such as housing, insurance, travel and other miscellaneous expenses. The estimat

Along with the Abu Dhabi University tuition fees, Indian students also need to factor in other living expenses such as housing, insurance, travel and other miscellaneous expenses. The estimated cost of Abu Dhabi University accommodation is approximately INR 3,48,300.

Fee components	Amount (for 4 years)
Tuition	INR 12.3 L - 15.11 L
Hostel	INR 2.48 L
Insurance	INR 23 K
Transportation	INR 1.1 L
Others	INR 84.53 K - 2.72 L
Total fee	INR 16.97 L - 21.65 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

Mid-priced

B.E. / B.Tech course offers great value for its price, ensuring a strong ROI.

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B.E. / B.Tech Fees Comparison

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B.Sc. Fees 2026

International students can enroll in Abu Dhabi University B.Sc. for 4 years. The first-year tuition fee for the course, which is offered at the UG level, is INR 12,51,558.

In addition to the Abu Dhabi University tuition fee for the first year, international students will also be responsible for extra costs like transportation, insurance, and accommodation/housing fees. The cost of accommodation at Abu Dhabi University will be INR 2,50,776.

See the table below for more information on the Abu Dhabi

International students can enroll in Abu Dhabi University B.Sc. for 4 years. The first-year tuition fee for the course, which is offered at the UG level, is INR 12,51,558.

See the table below for more information on the Abu Dhabi University B.Sc. cost breakdown:

Fee components	Amount (for 4 years)
Tuition	INR 10.83 L - 14.76 L
Hostel	INR 2.48 L
Insurance	INR 23 K
Transportation	INR 1.1 L
Others	INR 1.04 L - 1.1 L
Total fee	INR 15.69 L - 19.67 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

Mid-priced

B.Sc. course offers great value for its price, ensuring a strong ROI.

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B.Sc. Fees Comparison

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MIM fee details 2026

Fee components	Amount (for 18 months)
Tuition	INR 10.14 L
Hostel	INR 4.23 L
Insurance	INR 7.59 K
Others	INR 98.9 K
Total fee	INR 15.44 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

Affordable

MIM course perfectly fits your needs and is budget-friendly!

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MIM Fees Comparison

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BBA Fees 2026

International students applying for the Abu Dhabi University BBA program can complete the course within the time frame of 4 years at the UG level as full-time study. The BBA tuition fee for international students depends on the choice of specialization. The first-year tuition fee for BBA is INR 11,54,963.

Students are also required to manage other expenses and costs other than the tuition fees, such as accommodation, insurance, transportation, meals and many more to manage their stay during the c

Students are also required to manage other expenses and costs other than the tuition fees, such as accommodation, insurance, transportation, meals and many more to manage their stay during the course.

Refer to the mentioned table for the detailed fee structure of the Abu Dhabi University BBA for international students.

Fee components	Amount (for 4 years)
Tuition	INR 12.01 L
Hostel	INR 2.48 L
Insurance	INR 23 K
Transportation	INR 1.1 L
Others	INR 1.04 L
Total fee	INR 16.87 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

Mid-priced

BBA course offers great value for its price, ensuring a strong ROI.

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BBA Fees Comparison

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MPH fee details 2026

Fee components	Amount (for 2 years)
Tuition	INR 12.78 L
Hostel	INR 2.48 L
Insurance	INR 23 K
Others	INR 1 L
Total fee	INR 16.5 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

Affordable

MPH course perfectly fits your needs and is budget-friendly!

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MPH Fees Comparison

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B.A. fee details 2026

Fee components	Amount (for 4 years)
Tuition	INR 12.43 L - 14.37 L
Total fee	INR 12.43 L - 14.37 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

Mid-priced

B.A. course offers great value for its price, ensuring a strong ROI.

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B.A. Fees Comparison

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B.Arch fee details 2026

Fee components	Amount (for 5 years)
Tuition	INR 14.23 L
Hostel	INR 2.48 L
Insurance	INR 23 K
Transportation	INR 1.1 L
Others	INR 98.3 K
Total fee	INR 19.03 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

Affordable

B.Arch course perfectly fits your needs and is budget-friendly!

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B.Arch Fees Comparison

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B.J.M.C. fee details 2026

Fee components	Amount (for 4 years)
Tuition	INR 11.18 L
Total fee	INR 11.18 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

Mid-priced

B.J.M.C. course offers great value for its price, ensuring a strong ROI.

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B.J.M.C. Fees Comparison

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M.A. fee details 2026

Fee components	Amount (for 1 - 2 years)
Tuition	INR 11.72 L - 15.62 L
Total fee	INR 11.72 L - 15.62 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

Mid-priced

M.A. course offers great value for its price, ensuring a strong ROI.

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M.A. Fees Comparison

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MEM fee details 2026

Fee components	Amount (for 2 years)
Tuition	INR 10.65 L
Total fee	INR 10.65 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

Affordable

MEM course perfectly fits your needs and is budget-friendly!

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MEM Fees Comparison

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Is pursuing a BTech from ADU Powered by Sunstone worth it? What is the placement scenario?

Answered 7 months ago

BTech is one of the well known courses of ADU Powered by Sunstone in terms of placement opportunities. The untitite has released the combined placement data. The key highlights of Assam Downtown University Powered by Sunstone placements for the Class of 2025 are tabulated below:

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the highest package	INR 26 LPA
Average package	INR 4.6 LPA
ROI	63% higher ROI
Total recruiters	1,200+
Popular recruiters	Nestle, Amul, Paytm, SBI General, Axis Bank, Muthoot Finance

Shoaib Mehdi

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What are the job opportunities after doing an MBA from Abu Dhabi University?

Answered 10 months ago

After doing MBA from Abu Dhabi University you can work in various sectors like:- global marketing, investment banking, asset management, project management, human resources, operation management etc.

Priya Kumari

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How is the accommodation in Dubai for Indian students to study MBA?

Answered a year ago

If you are looking to pursue MBA in Dubai, it will be beneficial. You will have the opportunity to pick up internships in companies there, and then get exposure to the local market. A lot of international companies also visit campus for placements. This will give you an additional advantage to explo

Subhrajeet Harichandan

Contributor-Level 9

Is getting part-time jobs easy while studying at Abu Dhabi University?

Answered a year ago

Yes, getting part-time jobs while studying at Abu Dhabi University is generally considered manageable and easy. Current ADU students may apply for part-time on-campus if they meet Student Employment Program's (SEP) eligibility criteria. Abu Dhabi University also offers career opportunities for quali

Anushree mundra

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How is applying to Abu Dhabi University different from applying to other universities in UAE?

Answered a year ago

There is no much difference in applying for ADU when compared to other universities. It is just that Abu Dhabi University accepts applications on a rolling basis throughout the year, with intakes in the Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer.

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