The American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) is an independent co‑education institution of Higher Education that provides an integrated American‑style, undergraduate and graduate education. All programs are accredited by the Ministry of Education of the UAE and the U.S. regional accreditation association, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). The American model of higher education ensures not only skills in specific academic fields, but also a general education curriculum that exposes students to new ideas and ways of thinking critically about local and global issues. AURAK is a young and rapidly growing university located in Ras Al Khaimah, a rapidly developing region with diverse landscapes including white sandy beaches, the majestic Hajjar Mountains, expansive desert dunes, and many historical sites.

AURAK values diversity, inclusiveness and cultural authenticity where all individuals are treated based on their merits a...