(MENAFNEditorial) American University of Sharjah (AUS), ranked as one of the top 440 universities worldwide by QS World University Ranking, is hosting an open session for high school graduate students and their parents in Riyadh starting today, April 13 to 17, and from April 20 to 24, in Jeddah and the Eastern Province. Students will be introduced to the university's accredited programs, its tradition of academic excellence and its multicultural campus life. AUS admissions counselors will be available to meet students in Riyadh at Riyadh Intercontinental Hotel, April 13-14, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. and in Jeddah at Jeddah Crown Plaza Hotel, April 20-24, from 5:00-7:00 p.m
The AUS team will also be available at the International Exhibition and Conference on Higher Education (IECHE 2014) at Riyadh International Exhibition and Convention Centre from April 15 to 18 between in Booth 311. Prospective students can learn about the excellence in education and personal growth opportunities offered by AUS.
Dr. Thomas Hochstettler, AUS Acting Chancellor, stated, "AUS is the benchmark for quality university education in the Gulf, favored by students, parents and employers. Our students experience true campus life within a regional setting and the excellent quality of teaching and learning experiences attested by our track record and independent accreditations. Our quality of education and student life within a fully self-sustained campus is unmatched in the MENA region. AUS offers a platform for bright students to fulfill their ambitions in the most multicultural and advanced economies in the word today.
AUS is accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in the United Arab Emirates and by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools in the United States
Ali Shuhaimy, AUS Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management, stated, "While in Saudi Arabia, we will listen to and advise prospective students and their parents about how to select the right university and the unique opportunities offered by AUS. Our programs are delivered by international highly qualified faculty members, the majority of whom hold the highest degrees in their respective fields. We also offer a great educational environment where students are challenged and encouraged to develop their critical thinking, communication skills and leadership.
"AUS is one of the most competitive universities in the UAE and its academic reputation keeps growing every year," said Amr Alkhatib, a junior majoring in public relations. "The university helped me a lot and the great academic programs it offers makes it a great place to study. Even the Saudi embassy in the UAE recommends AUS to Saudi students because of its academic excellence. I can't wait to earn my degree from such a respectable institute. It is an honor for me to make my country proud by being able to share the great education and values I learned at AUS. I encourage other students from my country to join AUS too," he said
AUS is the main provider of high-quality American style higher education in the Gulf region. The rigors of comprehensive academic courses at AUS are tempered by its superb facilities for recreation and for social and personal development through sports, arts and culture. This combination of work and play is an integral part of all-around student development at the university
AUS students come from all over the world. In Spring 2014, AUS had students from 92 different nationalities, including Saudi students who form over five percent of the total AUS student population. The open session will provide interested Saudi students the opportunity to discover how they can pursue their studies at AUS and be part of its Saudi Arabia Club.
AUS programs have been recognized by a number of international accrediting bodies. The bachelor of science programs in chemical engineering, civil engineering, computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering and mechanical engineering offered by the AUS College of Engineering are accredited by ABET, http://www.abet.org, of the United States. The Bachelor of Architecture program of the College of Architecture, Art and Design is accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) of the United States. The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) as well as the Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) degrees offered by the School of Business and Management are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
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