American University of Sharjah
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates · QS World Rank #272
Living cost in United Arab Emirates: USD 11,800/yr official source
English requirements
What this university states for taught postgraduate entry, across every test it accepts. Individual programmes can ask for more — the table below shows a programme's own score where we have verified it.
| Test | Overall | Min per section |
|---|---|---|
| TOEFL(0-120 scale) | 80 | — |
| IELTS | 6.5 | — |
Minimum for full admission to master's programmes; some programmes require higher. Conditional admission possible for IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 71-79 · official source
Verified programmes (3)
Master's programmes at this university that we have verified against its official pages — the field each maps to, and a direct link to the official course page.
| Programme | Field | Length | Tuition (intl) | English |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Science in Economics and Policy | Public Policy, Development Economics | 24 moIntake: Aug | AED 164,400 total | See official page |
| Master of Science in Environmental Sustainability and Management | Environmental Policy, Sustainability Science | See official pageIntake: Aug | AED 131,130 total | See official page |
| Master of Urban Planning | Urban Governance | See official pageIntake: Aug | AED 180,840 total | See official page |
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What master's programmes does American University of Sharjah offer?
We have verified 3 master's programmes at American University of Sharjah against its official pages, concentrated in Public Policy, Development Economics, Environmental Policy, Sustainability Science, Urban Governance.
How much is international tuition at American University of Sharjah?
Across the programmes we verified, international tuition is about AED 131,130–180,840. It varies by programme — confirm on the official course page.
What IELTS score does American University of Sharjah require?
American University of Sharjah's university-wide minimum for taught master's entry is IELTS 6.5 (TOEFL and others also accepted). Individual programmes can require more.
How much does it cost to live in United Arab Emirates as a student?
Student living costs in United Arab Emirates are around USD 11,800/yr (official source).
Are there scholarships to study at American University of Sharjah?
Yes. Scholarships that fund study in United Arab Emirates include: Khalifa University Postgraduate Scholarship, MBZUAI Full Scholarship (M.Sc.), NYU Abu Dhabi Graduate Merit Scholarship.
Programme names and tuition are verified against official pages and dated in our database; nothing here is a paid placement. Confirm current details on the official course page before applying.