Top Colleges & Universities in Kuwait

AUK University at auk.edu.kw

2024 Ranking and Overview

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world rank  6564

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Overview

Established in 2003, the American University of Kuwait is a private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Kuwait City (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Al Asimah. Officially recognized by the Private Universities Council of Kuwait, American University of Kuwait (AUK) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational Kuwaiti higher education institution. American University of Kuwait (AUK) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. AUK also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

American University of Kuwait's Control Typeprivate

Entity

American University of Kuwait's Entity Typenot reported

Size

American University of Kuwait' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

American University of Kuwait's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Profile

Name
Name (Non Latin) الجامعة الأمريكية في الكويت
Acronym AUK
Founded 2003
Motto Learn. Think. Become.
Colours Garnet and gold
Mascot Wolfpack
Video Presentation

n.a.; please submit an official American University of Kuwait general video presentation.

Search Engine

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Campus Location

Address PO Box 3323, Safat
Kuwait City
13034 Al Asimah
Kuwait
American University of Kuwait Phone Number +965 2224 8399
American University of Kuwait Fax Number +965 2571 5881

American University of Kuwait's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View

Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following American University of Kuwait's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify American University of Kuwait's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

Click here to explore a list of or, if not available yet, search for them with our powered by Google. We are constantly adding university programs and courses worldwide with the help of university representatives.

You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This American University of Kuwait's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at American University of Kuwait.

: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic American University of Kuwait's admission information.

American University of Kuwait's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


American University of Kuwait's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Not reported


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

American University of Kuwait's acceptance rate range is not reported.


American University of Kuwait's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


American University of Kuwait's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for American University of Kuwait.

American University of Kuwait's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

American University of Kuwait has an enrollment range of 2,000-2,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


American University of Kuwait's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 100-199 academic employees (Faculty).


American University of Kuwait's Control Type Control Type

American University of Kuwait is a private higher education institution.


American University of Kuwait's Entity Type Entity Type

Not reported


American University of Kuwait's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


American University of Kuwait's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Not reported


Religious Affiliation

American University of Kuwait does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of American University of Kuwait's main facilities:


American University of Kuwait's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.


American University of Kuwait's Housing University Housing

Not reported


American University of Kuwait's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of American University of Kuwait's main services:


American University of Kuwait's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

American University of Kuwait's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported

American University of Kuwait's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


American University of Kuwait's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

American University of Kuwait's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


American University of Kuwait's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

American University of Kuwait is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Private Universities Council of Kuwait


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important American University of Kuwait's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC) of ABET
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of American University of Kuwait's official affiliations and memberships to higher education-related organizations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some American University of Kuwait's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

American University of Kuwait's Facebook page review American University of Kuwait's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

American University of Kuwait's X (formerly Twitter) page review American University of Kuwait's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

American University of Kuwait's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.

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