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When should we apply for UAEU and when will we know the results?

25 Aug 2026 · Answered by Muskan Jain · 1 min read
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UAEU graduate deadlines for the fall semester run from February 1 to April 30, and spring applications close October 31. Once you submit a complete file, you typically hear back within 15 working days, sometimes as fast as one week if you apply right when the portal opens.

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Your UAEU application window depends on your academic level and target intake, and applying early consistently gets you a faster decision. Graduate, undergraduate and exchange programs each follow slightly different calendars, so check which one applies to you before you submit. Missing paperwork is the single biggest cause of delayed results.

UAEU Application Deadlines By Level

Program LevelFall SemesterSpring Semester
Graduate (Master's/PhD)Feb 1 to Apr 30 (Mar 31 for PhD/DBA)Sep 15 to Oct 31
UndergraduateMay/June to JulyPortal opens Nov/Dec
Student ExchangeCloses March 31Closes October 30

What Speeds Up Your Decision

  • A valid IELTS score of 5.5 to 6.0 or higher, or an equivalent TOEFL score.
  • A degree equivalency certificate from the UAE Ministry of Education if you studied outside the UAE.
  • Two academic or professional recommendation letters, required for graduate applications.

My Advice

Submit your complete file the very day the portal opens rather than waiting near the deadline, since early applicants often hear back in about a week instead of three. Tell your counsellor which program level you are targeting, and your exact required GPA and test scores can be confirmed for you.

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