American University of Sharjah (AUS) ranks top three in UAE and top 22 per cent globally
American University of Sharjah (AUS) is making a splash on the international stage, now ranking among the top 22 percent of universities worldwide in the QS World Rankings 2025.
Even better, it’s one of the top three universities in the UAE.
AUS’s new global position is thanks to big improvements in its academic reputation and citations per faculty.
The university jumped 17 spots in academic reputation and climbed 48 spots in citations per faculty.
The QS World Rankings 2025 evaluated 5,663 institutions globally, ranking 1,503 of them.
SUB: Why did rank among the top three universities?
In the UAE, AUS is shining bright, ranking among the top three universities.
It snagged second place in employer reputation and employment outcomes, and came third in citations per faculty, international faculty, and sustainability.
The QS World Rankings 2025 assessed 12 institutions in the UAE, and AUS clearly stood out.
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AUS’s rise in the rankings shows its focus on long-term success and global influence.
The new ranking motivates the university to strive even harder to provide a world-class education and contribute significantly to the global academic community.
How AUS ranked in Asia
Recently, AUS also ranked among the top 150 universities in Asia, according to the Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2024.
It’s among the top 125 universities in the Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024, showcasing its impressive growth and reputation in a relatively short period.
Additionally, AUS has been consistently ranked among the top 10 Arab universities for nine consecutive years, according to the QS Arab Region University Rankings 2024.
This consistency highlights the university’s strong regional influence and commitment to academic excellence.
The continuous rise of AUS in international rankings underscores the university’s dedication to impactful research, innovative thinking, and providing a top-tier education.
With its strategic initiatives and global outlook, AUS is setting new benchmarks in the academic world.
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