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We are vested in each student’s unique journey and we ensure that we enrich their individual student experiences through a holistic American-model of education.

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Comprehensive, purpose-built, American-model co-educational University

AUBH is the first comprehensive, purpose-built, American-model co-educational University in the Kingdom of Bahrain, and is supported by the Elm Fund. The University offers a holistic journey for students and a unique approach to education that fosters interaction and collaboration between students, faculty, and the professional community.

The contemporary, 75,000 square meter campus is located in Riffa, Bahrain. The innovative and high-tech campus enhances the teaching and learning experience for both faculty and students. Along with classrooms, library and labs, the campus includes a Sports Center with indoor and outdoors courts and fields, vast Student Commons, and an Auditorium for special events.

AUBH curricula is built by experts and specialists to equip students with the knowledge and soft skills to succeed in a rapidly ever-changing environment. The AUBH quality of American-model education mirrors that of the best universities in the United States. The University’s unique academic structure enables students to find their real passions and allows them to develop their abilities, leading to long successful careers in their chosen industry.

Vision

The American University of Bahrain will be internationally recognized for quality and innovation in learning, the success of the leaders it graduates, and its positive impact on social and economic transformation.

Mission

Our mission is to provide transformative, flexible, and innovative learning opportunities to position graduates to launch and sustain satisfying and successful careers. We will foster learner success by promoting interdisciplinarity and entrepreneurial endeavors, providing analytical and technical skills necessary to thrive in the digital economy, and engaging with our communities to foster respect, positive impact, and social responsibility.

Values

1. Student-Centric: We prioritize the needs and success of students at the core of all decision-making and operations. We strive to create an environment where students feel supported, heard, and empowered in their learning journey.

2. Excellence: AT AUBH, we are dedicated to achieving excellence within our campus community by offering rigorous and high-quality education to all students and fostering achievements in research and community engagement. We cultivate an environment that promotes lifelong learning, civic and social responsibility, leadership development, and individual and career growth.

3. Innovation & Creativity: We are committed to providing our community members with opportunities to challenge the status quo and pursue new experiences. We encourage original thinking, problem-solving, and positive change, not only in teaching but also in our operations.

4. Openness & Accessibility: We believe that education should be accessible to all qualified individuals, irrespective of their socioeconomic status, religion, nationality, gender, or any other factor. We are committed to ensuring that education remains open and available to all who seek it.

5. Respect & Care: We integrate respect and care into every facet of our university's operations and culture. We recognize the inherent value of human dignity and care about the individual needs and ambitions of our students and staff. Together, we build a supportive and caring professional and learning community.

American-style Education

An American university education goes beyond just teaching in English or using textbooks. It encompasses the style and substance of U.S. higher education, validated through U.S. accreditation. This is the experience the American University of Bahrain (AUBH) offers.

Key characteristics of an American-style university include:

Student-centered learning with interactive teaching.
Comprehensive student life and extracurriculars.
Liberal arts tradition emphasizing critical thinking.
Innovation, creativity, and real-world problem solving.
Flexibility, choice, and global perspectives.

AUBH's Commitment

The American University of Bahrain pledges to provide a true American-style education. Our commitment includes adherence to student-centric learning, a comprehensive and vibrant student life, the liberal arts tradition, flexibility and choice, and a global experience. We invite you to explore this AUBH pledge, our promise to deliver an authentic American university experience.

Leadership

Our leadership team continuously strives to empower a spirit of individuality and entrepreneurship in both the faculty and in turn our students, so that each develops their own passions within their career or studies. Combining a mix of the best of international and local talent, AUBH’s senior team consists of not only visionary academics, but pioneering business people in their own right. Priding themselves on respecting diversity and embracing multi-culturalism, our leadership team is directed by our President, Dr. Bradley J. Cook.

Accreditation

AUBH is proud to be licensed by the Higher Education Council of the Ministry of Education of Bahrain. On 17 March 2023, The American University of Bahrain (AUBH) has officially received U.S. accreditation through the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), one of the seven best known accrediting agencies in the USA. This makes AUBH among only a handful of other universities accredited by this world-renowned commission in the GCC and MENA region.