American University of Sharjah
Middle East - United Arab Emirates - Sharjah
| Address: |
American University of Sharjah, Office of Admissions, P.O. Box 26666 Sharjah, United Arab Emirates |
| E-mail: | admission@ausharjah.edu |
| Phone: | +971-6-515-1000 |
| Degree: | Bachelors |
| Setting: | Urban |
| Enrollment: | 3000-5000 |
| Housing: | No |
Description
The American University of Sharjah, founded by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qassimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, is based upon American institutional models but rooted also in Arab culture of the area of the world in which it is located. AUS is affiliated with American University in Washington, D.C., and with Texas A&M University. In June 2002, it was admitted to candidacy for accreditation by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
