American University of Sharjah
At a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Name in Arabic | الجامعة الأمريكية في الشارقة |
| Emirate | Sharjah |
| Location | University City, Sharjah |
| Founded | 1997 |
| Type | Independent not-for-profit university |
| Website | www.aus.edu |
| Licence | Active in the CAA register |
Source: Commission for Academic Accreditation: register entry, American University of Sharjah4
Milestones
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 1997 | First day of classes on 4 October, with 285 students and 30 faculty |
| 1998 | Licensed by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research |
| 1999 | Licensed by the Commission for Academic Accreditation |
| 2001 | First graduating class of 82 students |
| 2004 | Accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, USA |
| 2009 | Student body passes 5,000 |
| 2019 | New Engineering and Sciences building opens |
Source: American University of Sharjah: The history of AUS1
Students
Students come from about 90 countries. The Bachelor of Architecture of the College of Architecture, Art and Design received US National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) accreditation in 2010.3,1
Before you rely on a degree
An active institutional licence does not mean every programme is accredited. Check the exact programme in the CAA register before enrolling, or before relying on a degree when hiring.4
Sources
- American University of Sharjah: The history of AUS
- American University of Sharjah: Facts and figures
- American University of Sharjah: Undergraduate prospectus 2024-2025 (PDF)
- Commission for Academic Accreditation: register entry, American University of Sharjah
Figures checked 22 October 2026. Prepared by Invest-Emirates.ae for general information. It is not investment, tax or legal advice; please confirm details with a qualified adviser before acting.