American University of the Middle East : Rankings, Fees & Courses Details

About American University of the Middle East

The American University of the Middle East (AUM) is a leading higher education institution established in 2005 in Kuwait. AUM has two colleges: the College of Business Administration and the College of Engineering and Technology.

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The American University of the Middle East (AUM) is a leading higher education institution established in 2005 in Kuwait. AUM has two colleges: the College of Business Administration and the College of Engineering and Technology.

AUM is ranked as the First University in Kuwait and #701-750 in the QS World University Rankings 2023. The university achieved an overall exemplary rating of 5 Stars in the QS Stars Rating System, and multiple 5 Stars in the following criteria: Teaching, Academic development, Internationalization, Employability, Online learning, Facilities, and Inclusiveness. Also, AUM is ranked as the most green and sustainable university in Kuwait in the 2022 UI GreenMetric World University Rankings.

As an oasis of learning in Kuwait, AUM prides itself with having:

A University campus stretching over an area of 261,190 square meters and considered as the largest and most beautiful among private university campuses in the region
Local and international accreditations
A world-class faculty with top-notch academic, professional and research experience
Global affiliations and partnerships: working with world-class institutions to advance education, research, and entrepreneurship
A Research and Innovation Center comprising of a Robotics Center, a Nanotechnology Center, and an Engineering Capstone Center
A Business Innovation Center comprising of a Business Capstone Center, and six clubs (Entrepreneurship, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources Management, Management Information System, Marketing)
Students achieving outstanding results in local and international academic and athletic/sports competitions
A vibrant campus life: ongoing student activities, a state-of-the-art Cultural Center, a high-tech library, and student clubs and societies
Strong support for student success: Tawteen Career Center, Writing Lab, an Academic Advancement Center, and a Tutoring Center
An empowered community through sports and athletics. The Sports Center comprising of indoor and outdoor facilities is one of the largest among university sports complexes in the region.

Programs at AUM are taught in English.

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About American University of the Middle East

The American University of the Middle East (AUM) is a leading higher education institution established in 2005 in Kuwait. AUM has two colleges: the College of Business Administration and the College of Engineering and Technology.

AUM is ranked as the...
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The American University of the Middle East (AUM) is a leading higher education institution established in 2005 in Kuwait. AUM has two colleges: the College of Business Administration and the College of Engineering and Technology.

AUM is ranked as the First University in Kuwait and #701-750 in the QS World University Rankings 2023. The university achieved an overall exemplary rating of 5 Stars in the QS Stars Rating System, and multiple 5 Stars in the following criteria: Teaching, Academic development, Internationalization, Employability, Online learning, Facilities, and Inclusiveness. Also, AUM is ranked as the most green and sustainable university in Kuwait in the 2022 UI GreenMetric World University Rankings.

As an oasis of learning in Kuwait, AUM prides itself with having:

A University campus stretching over an area of 261,190 square meters and considered as the largest and most beautiful among private university campuses in the region
Local and international accreditations
A world-class faculty with top-notch academic, professional and research experience
Global affiliations and partnerships: working with world-class institutions to advance education, research, and entrepreneurship
A Research and Innovation Center comprising of a Robotics Center, a Nanotechnology Center, and an Engineering Capstone Center
A Business Innovation Center comprising of a Business Capstone Center, and six clubs (Entrepreneurship, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources Management, Management Information System, Marketing)
Students achieving outstanding results in local and international academic and athletic/sports competitions
A vibrant campus life: ongoing student activities, a state-of-the-art Cultural Center, a high-tech library, and student clubs and societies
Strong support for student success: Tawteen Career Center, Writing Lab, an Academic Advancement Center, and a Tutoring Center
An empowered community through sports and athletics. The Sports Center comprising of indoor and outdoor facilities is one of the largest among university sports complexes in the region.

Programs at AUM are taught in English.

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Available programmes

Business and Management (3)

Bachelor of Science in Accounting

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Concentration – Marketing)

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (concentration – Finance)

Engineering and Technology (10)

Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Concentration – Management Information Systems – MIS)

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (EE)

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Social Sciences and Management (1)

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Concentration – Human Resource Management – HRM)

Full-Time MBA (1)

Masters of Business Administration (MBA)

University information

The admission criteria, documentation and fees are common for local and international students.

Students can contact the Admissions Office for enquiries regarding scholarships.

General

IELTS

6+

TOEFL

79+

GPA

2+

AUM has one campus, with the following buildings and faculties:

College of Business Administration
College of Engineering and Technology
Sports Center
Cultural Center
Research and Innovation Center
Business Innovation Center
Clinical Services
50 laboratories
Outdoor amphitheater
Fountain lakes
Cafeterias and restaurants
Multi-story parking complex

AUM Facilities was awarded with the highest rating of 5 Stars...
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Total students

5,049

UG students

0%

PG students

0%

International students

729

UG students

0%

PG students

0%

Total faculty staff

428

Domestic staff

2%

Int'l staff

98%

Student life

AUM offers several support systems related to students’ academic, search for employment and social activities such as:

Academic Advancement Center
Tawteen Career Center
Library
Tutoring Center
Writing Lab
Student Clubs
Athletics and Sports
On-campus, national and international competitions and field trips
Activities related to Community Service, Well-being, Sustainability and Inclusiveness

The Tawteen Career Center at AUM provides current students and alumni with several career services. The Center prepares and guides students with the career exploration process through a wide range of career planning services, including: Mentoring sessions, Trainings and workshops, Career Fairs, Internship opportunities, Corporate placement services, etc.

Tuition fees

Domestic Students

Tuition Fee/year

15,535 USD

Tuition Fee (Out of State)

-

International Students

Tuition Fee/year

15,535 USD

Other Expenses

-

Rankings & Ratings

American University of the Middle East is one of the top private universities in Egaila, Kuwait. It is ranked #611-620 in QS World University Rankings 2025.

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2021
#801-1000
2022
#751-800
2023
#701-750
2024
#671-680
2025
#611-620

Ranking criteria

Academic Reputation

23.1

Citations per Faculty

3.7

Employment Outcomes

5.1

Employer Reputation

21.6

Faculty Student Ratio

19.7

International Faculty Ratio

100

International Research Network

35.1

International Student Ratio

23

Sustainability

3.5

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QS Stars is a rating system that helps you select the right university based on your interests. It provides a detailed look at an institution, identifying which universities rate highest in the specific topics that matter to you, like facilities, graduate employability, social responsibility, inclusiveness, and more.

Overall

Academic DevelopmentInclusivenessArtsTeachingGlobal EngagementFacilitiesEmployabilitySocial ImpactSpecialist Criteria: Computer Science & Information Systems

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