Universities in Ajman (2026)
Ajman punches above its weight in higher education, home to Ajman University (the UAE's first private university) and Gulf Medical University, one of the largest private medical universities in the Gulf. It's known for affordable fees and strong dentistry, pharmacy and medicine programs.
Below are the universities in Ajman. Compare fees, programs and scholarships to find your fit.
Ajman University
Ajman, Ajman
Established in 1988 as the UAE's first private university, Ajman University offers affordable dentistry, pharmacy, engineering, business and media programs and has one of the world's highest international-student ratios.
Tuition / year
AED 35,000 – AED 75,000/yr
Affordability
Affordable
GMU
Ajman, Ajman
One of the largest private medical and health-sciences universities in the Gulf, offering MBBS, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing and allied health programs to students from 90+ nationalities.
Tuition / year
AED 55,000 – AED 150,000/yr
Affordability
Premium
Horizon (ex-Skyline)
Ajman, Ajman
Formerly Skyline University College (founded 1990 in Sharjah), Horizon University College relocated to Ajman in 2025 under its new name, focused on business and computing.
Tuition / year
AED 36,000 – AED 59,000/yr
Affordability
Affordable
City University Ajman
Ajman, Ajman
A private university in Ajman established in 2012 and granted full university status in 2022, offering business, law, media, technology and dentistry programs.
Tuition / year
AED 27,000 – AED 40,000/yr
Affordability
Affordable
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which universities are in Ajman?＋
Ajman is home to Ajman University, Gulf Medical University, City University Ajman and Horizon University College (formerly Skyline). They are known for affordable fees and health-science strengths.
Is Ajman University good and affordable?＋
Yes. Ajman University is QS-ranked, holds one of the world's highest international-student ratios, and offers competitive fees with strong dentistry, pharmacy and engineering programs.