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Ahlia University

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world rank  7795

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Overview

Ahlia University (الجامعة الاهلیة) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Manama, Capital Governorate, Bahrain. Established in 2001, Ahlia University (AU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Bahrain. AU provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 25-year-old Bahraini higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 60-69%. It is considered a moderately selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. AU also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Ahlia University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Ahlia University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Ahlia University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Ahlia University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) الجامعة الاهلیة
Acronym AU
Founded 2001
Motto Your Global Future Begins Here
Colours Red and white
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Location

Address GOSI Complex, 1st Floor, Exhibitions Road, PO Box 10878
Manama
Capital Governorate
Bahrain
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Ahlia University Phone Number (17) 298 999
Ahlia University Fax Number (17) 290 083
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Ahlia University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education of Bahrain

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
  • Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Ahlia University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Ahlia University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Ahlia University 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 Ahlia University's academic range and degree level offering.



Ahlia University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
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L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
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Programs and Courses

Ahlia University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Ahlia University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Ahlia University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Ahlia University.



Ahlia University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students		 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Ahlia University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Ahlia University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Ahlia University Admission Info


Ahlia University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Ahlia University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Ahlia University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Ahlia University has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Ahlia University's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Ahlia University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Ahlia University's Admission Office Admission Office

Gosi Complex - Exhibition Road
Manama
(17) 298 999


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Ahlia University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Ahlia University Size and Profile


Ahlia University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Ahlia University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Ahlia University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Ahlia University's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Ahlia University's Control Type Control Type

Ahlia University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Ahlia University's Entity Type Entity Type

Ahlia University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Ahlia University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Ahlia University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Ahlia University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Ahlia University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Ahlia University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Ahlia University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Ahlia University Facilities


Ahlia University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Ahlia University's Library


Ahlia University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Ahlia University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Ahlia University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Ahlia University Services


Ahlia University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Ahlia University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Ahlia University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Ahlia University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Ahlia University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Ahlia University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Ahlia University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Ahlia University
  • College of Arts and Science
  • College of Business and Finance
  • College of Engineering
  • College of Information Technology
  • College of Medical and Health Sciences
  • Deanship of Graduate Studies and Research

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Memberships and Affiliations

Ahlia University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Ahlia University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)


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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ahlia University public or private?

Ahlia University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Ahlia University profit or non-profit?

Ahlia University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Ahlia University in terms of enrollment?

Ahlia University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Ahlia University in terms of academic staff?

Ahlia University's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.

Is Ahlia University a coeducational institution?

Ahlia University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Ahlia University use?

Ahlia University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Ahlia University affiliated with?

None.

Does Ahlia University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Ahlia University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Ahlia University's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Ahlia University AU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro). International students: 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Ahlia University AU located?

Ahlia University is located in Manama, Capital Governorate, Bahrain. Address: GOSI Complex, 1st Floor, Exhibitions Road, PO Box 10878.

Is Ahlia University AU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Ahlia University is accredited by Ministry of Education of Bahrain (since ).

Does Ahlia University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Ahlia University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Ahlia University have a university library?

Yes

Does Ahlia University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Ahlia University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Ahlia University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Ahlia University offer career services?

Yes

Does Ahlia University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Ahlia University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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