What is the approximate tuition fee range for studying in the UAE for a PhD?
Tuition fees in the UAE vary by university and program.
- Undergraduate programs: AED 30,000 - 100,000/year (public universities are typically on the lower end, private on the higher)
- Master’s degrees: AED 50,000 - 90,000/year; specialized programs like MBAs can exceed AED 130,000/year
- PhD programs: AED 62,000 - 280,000/year or more, depending on the field
Specialized courses (engineering, medicine, architecture) and international branch campuses often have higher fees. Figures are approximate and subject to change.
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