Universities in Al Ain (2026)
Al Ain, the UAE's 'Garden City' in the Abu Dhabi emirate, is home to the country's oldest and largest national university, UAE University (UAEU), plus other respected institutions. It offers a calmer, more affordable student environment than the big cities.
Below are the universities in Al Ain. Compare fees, programs and scholarships to find your fit.
UAEU
Al Ain, Abu Dhabi
The UAE's oldest and first national university, founded in 1976 in Al Ain. A comprehensive federal research university with nine colleges spanning engineering, medicine, business, science, law and the humanities.
Tuition / year
AED 50,000 – AED 80,000/yr
Affordability
Moderate
FCHS
Abu Dhabi, Al Ain & Al Dhafra, Abu Dhabi
A government health-sciences college with campuses in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra, offering bachelor's degrees in nursing, pharmacy and allied health professions.
Tuition / year
AED 44,000 – AED 52,000/yr
Affordability
Affordable
AAU
Al Ain & Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
A private university with campuses in Al Ain and Abu Dhabi, offering bachelor's, master's and PhD programs across engineering, business, law, pharmacy, education and media.
Tuition / year
AED 40,000 – AED 60,000/yr
Affordability
Affordable
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which universities are in Al Ain?＋
Al Ain is home to UAE University (UAEU) — the UAE's oldest national university — as well as Al Ain University and campuses of the Higher Colleges of Technology and Fatima College of Health Sciences.
Is UAE University in Al Ain good?＋
Yes. UAEU is a top-ranked federal university (QS Arab Region top 5) with nine colleges spanning engineering, medicine, business, science and law, and subsidised tuition.