Admission averages at the University of Sharjah start at 70% and vary by major. For more details, click here to review the Admission Requirements – Averages and Certificate sections.

General Stream students are not eligible for admission to the Colleges of Medicine, Dental Medicine, and Pharmacy. However, they may be admitted to other colleges based on specific conditions and requirements. For some majors, students must complete a qualification program before enrolling. To view the requirements, click here to review the Admission Requirements – Averages and Certificate sections.

To be eligible for admission, a high school certificate must be no more than three years old at the time of application for all programs, except for the Colleges of Medicine and Dental Medicine, where it must be no more than one year old.

Yes, you may submit a request to the Admissions Department, where the Exceptional Cases Committee will review your case to determine eligibility. If accepted, admission will be conditional, requiring the student to successfully complete at least 20 credit hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 out of 4.00. Failure to meet these conditions will result in dismissal, and all paid tuition fees will be non-refundable.

Note: This policy applies to all colleges except the Colleges of Medicine and Dental Medicine, where no exceptions are granted.

To view the required documents, click here and refer to the Required Documents section.

The medical examination can be conducted at the University’s Student Clinic. Medical tests from government hospitals or clinics within the UAE are also accepted. For students from GCC countries, medical reports from school health centers or government hospitals are accepted if completed on the official University of Sharjah Medical Examination Form and stamped by the Ministry of Health in the respective country.

You may apply for admission during the Fall or Spring semesters. Official admission periods are announced in advance through local newspapers, social media platforms, and the University of Sharjah website.

• Early admission for the Fall semester usually begins in May.
• Regular admission starts after high school results are released in June.
• Spring admission typically opens in December and is available only for selected programs, as announced on the university website.

To check admission dates, click here to review the Admission Dates and Deadlines section.

Applications must be submitted electronically through the University of Sharjah Online Admissions Portal at www.sharjah.ac.ae/oa without visiting the university. Applicants must complete the online application form during the admission period, upload the required documents, and pay the application fee.

High school students in Grade 12 may apply during the early admission period by submitting their Grade 9, 10, 11, and first/second-term Grade 12 results (if available).

For students following the British curriculum, the required documents include:

• O-Level (IGCSE) scores
• AS-Level and A-Level scores (if available)
• If final grades are unavailable, an official letter from the school with predicted grades for AS-Level or A-Level subjects must be provided.

Note: Students with high predicted grades may receive conditional acceptance; however, final admission depends on meeting the university’s competitive grade requirements. This applies to all colleges except the Colleges of Medicine and Dental Medicine, where admission is highly competitive.

The list of available majors is determined by the information entered in the online application. Eligibility is based on graduation year, high school average, certificate track, gender, and campus selection. Ensure all required details are entered correctly and that you meet the admission requirements for your desired program.

Additionally, the major may not be open for admission in the current semester, or all available seats may have been filled.

You can track your application status by logging into your online application account. Updates on missing documents and application progress will be sent to the email address registered in your application. For further inquiries, you may also contact the Admissions Department.

Completed applications are reviewed, and responses are provided within three to seven working days. If documents are missing, processing may take up to one week. The admission decision will be sent to the email address registered in your application.

Applicants must follow the instructions in the acceptance email and complete the required steps based on their admission status:

• Accepted students must reserve their seat in the assigned major within the specified period by paying AED 12,000.
  • This amount is non-refundable in case of withdrawal or failure to enroll.
  • AED 3,000 of the seat reservation fee will be deducted from tuition fees upon enrollment.
• Applicants to the Colleges of Medicine and Dental Medicine must pay a non-refundable AED 1,500 competition fee to confirm participation in the admission competition. The final list of accepted students will be announced in June.

If you miss the seat reservation payment deadline, contact the Admissions Department to inquire about a possible extension, subject to seat availability in your desired major.

Email: admission@sharjah.ac.ae

Yes, accepted students must submit attested copies of their certificates and all required documents within the specified period. Course registration and university ID issuance will not be permitted until all documents are submitted.

Applicants must submit:

• An authenticated copy of their high school diploma or its equivalent (if available).
• A certified true copy of their academic transcripts.

Attestation Requirements:
These documents must be attested by:

• The official educational authority in the country of study, such as:
  • The Ministry of Education
  • Boards of Education
  • The British Council (if applicable)
• The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the country of study.
• The Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the country of study, or alternatively, the Embassy of the country of study in the UAE, followed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the UAE.

Students with foreign high school certificates must apply for an equivalency letter from the UAE Ministry of Education via the ministry’s online portal.

No, the University of Sharjah does not accept non-recognized studies. Applicants must have completed 12 years of formal education in a school that is:

• Licensed and recognized by the UAE Ministry of Education, or
• Accredited by the official educational authority in the country of study.

The University accepts the following local and international English proficiency tests:

• Institutional TOEFL (Paper-Based TOEFL) taken at the University of Sharjah or AMIDEAST (Abu Dhabi and Dubai only).
• Academic IELTS test.
• International TOEFL (IBT – Internet-Based TOEFL).
• PTE Academic test.

To view the required score for each test, please click here and refer to the Admission Tests for New Students section.

The validity period for English proficiency tests is two years from the test date. The test results must be approved by the Language Institute at the University of Sharjah.

No, the SAT Math test is not required for admission. However, it is mandatory for students obtaining an American high school certificate to fulfill the Ministry of Education’s equivalency requirements.

No, the IESOL exam is no longer accepted at the University of Sharjah. To view the list of accepted English proficiency tests, please click here and refer to the Admission Tests for New Students section.

Yes, transfer students must submit a valid English proficiency test result if required by their intended college or program.

For more information, click here and refer to the Admission Tests for New Students section.

Yes, students may transfer to a different major as long as they meet both:

• The admission requirements for the new major.
• The transfer requirements set by the University of Sharjah.

1. Meet the admission and transfer requirements.
2. Submit an official academic transcript, attested by the relevant authorities:
   • For public universities within the UAE: The transcript must be attested by the university.
   • For private universities within the UAE: The transcript must be attested by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
   • For universities outside the UAE: The transcript must be attested by the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the UAE Embassy in the country of study.
3. Provide a detailed course description for all completed courses, attested by the previous university.
4. Submit an application for admission and pay the application fee.
5. Complete the transfer application form.
6. The request will be reviewed by the relevant college to determine whether previous coursework can be transferred in accordance with the University of Sharjah’s policies.
7. Students will be notified of the final decision as soon as the college completes the review.

No, equivalency is not required for graduates of UAE public schools.

Obtaining a high school equivalency certificate is a mandatory requirement for admission to diploma, higher diploma, and bachelor's degree programs at all licensed public and private universities in the UAE.

Yes, students who do not meet the equivalency requirements may still be granted conditional admission, provided they submit a No Objection Letter for Conditional Admission issued by the UAE Ministry of Education.

Conditional admission is a temporary acceptance granted by the University of Sharjah, subject to fulfilling certain requirements within a specified period. If the student does not meet the conditions within the given timeframe, the University has the right to cancel the admission and prevent the student from continuing their studies.

This is an official letter issued by the UAE Ministry of Education to universities, stating that the Ministry has no objection to granting the student conditional admission for a limited period. However, the student must meet specific conditions before the end of the conditional admission period to obtain final acceptance.

These conditions typically include completing one or two remedial courses at the University.

Students must submit an application for General Education Equivalency (Grade 12) through the UAE Ministry of Education’s website. The Ministry will then:

• Issue an equivalency certificate if all requirements are met.
• Issue a No Objection Letter for Conditional Admission if one or more equivalency requirements are not met.

There is no fixed deadline for applying; students may apply at any time after completing their high school studies, whether from a private school in the UAE or from a private or public school abroad.

If a student is granted conditional admission due to high school equivalency requirements, the University is responsible for:

• Enrolling the student in remedial courses as specified in the No Objection Letter issued by the UAE Ministry of Education.
• Ensuring that remedial courses are not counted toward graduation requirements and do not affect the student’s GPA.
• Allowing the student to enroll in other non-remedial courses within the University’s approved study load.
• Issuing a success letter for the remedial courses, which the student must submit to the Ministry of Education to obtain the final equivalency certificate.
• Following up with the student to ensure they obtain the final equivalency certificate and complete the conditional admission process.

Conditional admission is canceled if the student meets any of the following conditions within or by the end of the conditional admission period:

• Successfully obtaining the high school equivalency certificate from the UAE Ministry of Education.
• Passing the required remedial courses as stated in the No Objection Letter for Conditional Admission.
• Successfully completing at least 24 credit hours in their major.

If the student fails to meet the required conditions by the end of the conditional admission period, the University may take one of the following actions:

• Cancel the conditional admission and prevent the student from continuing their studies.
• Extend the conditional admission period for one additional semester beyond the original timeframe stated in the No Objection Letter.

Yes, conditional admission policies and procedures apply to both new students and continuing students from previous years.

Yes, students may be exempted from the equivalency requirement if they wish to enroll in specific programs by submitting a Limited Equivalency Certificate from the UAE Ministry of Education. This applies only to programs that are not taught in English.

A Limited Equivalency Certificate means that the student's high school diploma is recognized as a Grade 12 qualification for employment or university admission purposes but with certain restrictions based on missing subjects.

• If the student did not provide a Mathematics test (SAT):

The certificate is equivalent to Grade 12, but the student can only enroll in majors excluding:

• Engineering and IT
• Medical and Health Sciences
• Natural Sciences
• Business Administration
• Finance and Accounting
• Economics

• If the student did not provide an English proficiency test (IELTS or TOEFL):

The certificate is equivalent to Grade 12, but the student can only enroll in programs taught in languages other than English.

• If the student did not provide both the Mathematics test and the English proficiency test:

The certificate is equivalent to Grade 12, but the student can only enroll in programs taught in languages other than English, excluding:

• Engineering and IT
• Medical and Health Sciences
• Natural Sciences
• Business Administration

Admitted students must pay a seat reservation fee of AED 12,000 to confirm their enrollment.

• This amount will be deducted from the tuition fees upon enrollment.
• If the student withdraws or does not enroll, AED 3,000 is non-refundable from the seat reservation fee.
• This applies to all University programs, except for the College of Medicine and College of Dental Medicine.

Candidates who receive an admission offer must pay the seat reservation fee within the deadline specified in the admission email. It is recommended to make the payment as soon as possible to secure a seat in the desired major before spaces are filled.

Applicants who qualify for the admission competition in the College of Medicine and the College of Dental Medicine must pay a competition fee of AED 1,500 to confirm their participation.

• This amount will be deducted from the tuition fees if the student is accepted.
• The competition fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Payments can be made using a credit card through the University’s online admission portal.

For College of Medicine and College of Dental Medicine students: Tuition fees must be fully paid within one week of the admission results announcement.

For all other colleges: Tuition fees must be fully paid before course registration begins. Students may also pay the tuition fees along with the seat reservation fee and complete their required documents to schedule registration in advance.

The University of Sharjah does not provide scholarships. However, the University offers various tuition discounts. For more details, please contact the Finance Department at sa@sharjah.ac.ae.

The University of Sharjah (UoS) has separate campuses for male and female students, except in the following colleges, where classes are co-educational:

• College of Medicine
• College of Dental Medicine
• College of Pharmacy
• College of Health Sciences
• College of Fine Arts and Design

Yes, the University of Sharjah (UoS) provides two separate hostels for male and female students. For more information about student housing, please click here.

Yes, newly admitted students in Bachelor’s programs (except for the College of Medicine and College of Dental Medicine) may defer their admission and reserve their seat for the following semester if they have a valid reason preventing them from completing the registration process in the semester they were initially admitted to.