

United Arab Emirates University Rankings 2026
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- United Arab Emirates University Ranking
- United Arab Emirates University Course Ranking
- UAEU US News & World Report Ranking 2025
- UAEU QS Ranking 2026
- UAEU THE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2026
- UAEU ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2025
UAEUUnited Arab Emirates University Ranking
United Arab Emirates University is one of the top-rated universities in UAE. Known for its wide range of courses and its teaching pedagogy, the university has a reputation that is reflected in its rankings from various world-known ranking bodies.
If you look at the United Arab Emirates University ranking for 2025, it stands at #267 globally and #1 nationally, by Shiksha Popularity Ranking. These rankings stood at #539 and #1, respectively, in 2024. QS has also ranked the university at #229, in 2026.
Check out the table below showing 3-year trend of United Arab Emirates University ranking globally:
| Ranking Body | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| QS | Not Ranked | Not Ranked | 261 | 229 |
| THE | Not Ranked | Not Ranked | 251 | Not Ranked |
| US News | Not Ranked | 401 | 333 | Not Ranked |
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World rank by different ranking providers
Shiksha
#274THE Ranking
#201QS Ranking
#229US News Ranking
#333ARWU Ranking
#701UAEUUnited Arab Emirates University Course Ranking
Now, let us look at United Arab Emirates University course rankings. Some of its courses in the field of Engineering, Business & Management Studies, Law, Medicine & Health Sciences and Science are ranked in 2025 by top ranking bodies such as Shiksha Popularity World Ranking and QS, exemplifying United Arab Emirates University and its strengths.
The university ranking for Engineering courses stands at #155 in 2025 as per Shiksha Popularity Ranking. This ranking has improved from its 2024 rank of #399. These courses are also ranked at #207 by QS.
The United Arab Emirates University courses in the field of Business & Management Studies are also ranked by Shiksha Popularity Ranking at #279. Also QS ranks its courses in Business & Management Studies at #131.
The below table highlights how some popular United Arab Emirates University courses perform as part of the latest Shiksha Popularity Rankings 2025:
| Course Category | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | Not Ranked | #399 | #155 |
| Business & Management Studies | Not Ranked | Not Ranked | #279 |
| Law | Not Ranked | #400 | #407 |
| Medicine & Health Sciences | Not Ranked | #235 | #168 |
| Science | Not Ranked | #396 | #351 |
UAEUUS News & World Report Ranking 2025
| Ranked by | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Global Universities | 401 | 333 |
UAEUQS Ranking 2026
| Ranked by | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| World University | 290 | 261 | 229 |
| Accounting and Finance | 251 | 201 | – / – |
| Architecture and Built Environment | 201 | 201 | – / – |
| Biological Sciences | 351 | 351 | – / – |
| Engineering and Technology | 233 | 207 | – / – |
| Global MBA | 121 | 131 | 121 |
| Law and Legal Studies | 351 | 301 | – / – |
| Mathematics | 301 | 201 | – / – |
| Mechanical Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering | 251 | 251 | – / – |
| Medicine | 251 | 201 | – / – |
| Pharmacy and Pharmacology | 201 | 151 | – / – |
| Physics and Astronomy | 501 | 401 | – / – |
| Politics | – / – | 301 | – / – |
UAEUTHE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2026
| Ranked by | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| University | 301 | 251 | 201 |
| Arts and Humanities | 301 | – / – | – / – |
| Engineering | 251 | 251 | 201 |
| Life Sciences | 301 | 201 | 201 |
| Medicine and Health | 201 | 176 | 151 |
| PG Business and Economics | 176 | 151 | 151 |
| PG Computer Science | 401 | 301 | 301 |
| Psychology | 251 | 301 | 301 |
UAEUARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2025
| Ranked by | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Universities | 801 | 701 |
UAEU
Student Forum
Answered 12 hours ago
The university is #1 in the UAE for several programs. Mentioned below are the top programs for students to pursue at the United Arab Emirates University, according to the latest Shiksha Rankings.
| Course or Stream | Rank in UAE |
|---|---|
| MS in Biology | #1 |
| MA in Politics | #1 |
| MArch | #1 |
| Humanities and Social Science | #1 |
| Arts and Sciences | #1 |
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Answered 13 hours ago
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the current Vice President of the UAE and a member of the Royal Family of Abu Dhabi studied here.
Mansour Al Nahyan graduated with a Bachelor's in International Affairs. Sheikh Mansour also owns the City Football Group. The City Football Group owns many football cl
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Answered 12 hours ago
Yes, students can pay the UAEU tuition fees in 3 installments. However, this option may not be available for all intakes. Students enrolled in Spring semester can pay their fees in installments.
Students enrolled in summer semester can only pay their fee in one go. Students can request a installment
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Students can either make the full semester payment in one go or pay the fees in installments. The university accepts payment via bank cards and smart wallets.
The fees can be paid easily by following the steps mentioned below.
- Go the E-services page of the UAEU or via its mobile application
- Click on t
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Yes, students can change their programme at UAEU. If a student wishes to change the major or programme within the same college, they would need to submit a "Request to Change Major" form.
Once the form is approved, the major will be changed from the next semester onwards, and all current credits will
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