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The American University of Bahrain (AUBH) is well-known for its outstanding academic programs. These programs attract students who are eager to expand their knowledge and skills from all over the globe. 

AUBH is dedicated to maintaining high academic standards while fostering an encouraging and supportive environment so that students can excel and discover their true interests

How to Apply as an International Student

College of Engineering & Computing

College of Business & Administration

Bachelor of Business Administration in:

College of Media & Design

Bachelor of Arts in:

College of Business & Management; College of Media & Design:

  • An overall GPA of 2.3 (75%) or equivalent.
  • English language proficiency such as IELTS (academic) with a score of (6.0 IELTS) or equivalent such as TOEFL or Duolingo.
  • Passing the AUBH personal interview. (if applicable)

College of Engineering & Computing:

  • An overall GPA of 2.3 (75%) or equivalent.
  • The student should have successfully completed a minimum of one science subject at high school (e.g., Physics, Biology, Chemistry) and one math subject with a GPA of 2.3.
  • English language proficiency such as IELTS (academic) with a score of (6.0 IELTS) or equivalent such as TOEFL or Duolingo.
  • Passing the AUBH personal interview. (if applicable)

To be admitted, you must provide the following original documents or proof of pending results

  • Graduation statement / high school diploma
  • High school transcripts:
    • Semesters 1 to 6 for government schools
    • Grades 9-12 for private schools

Please ensure that your high school transcript and graduation statement receive the necessary stamps from your respective embassy and/ or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for attestation.

  • English language proficiency such as IELTS (academic) or TOEFL.
  • Passport copy
  • National ID
  • A medical report from a public health center or an approved private hospital.
  • High resolution passport size photograph (soft copy)

If you have completed any of the following advanced high school examinations/certificates, you may be exempted from some of the general education courses offered at AUBH: 

  1.    A-level
  2.    IB Diploma
  3.    Other equivalent international certifications

For more information, please contact the Admissions Office: 
admissions@aubh.edu.bh or +973 3366 3343

If you received your degree from outside Bahrain, the Higher Education Council (HEC) of Bahrain mandates all students starting their studies in Bahrain to authenticate their High School/Secondary Transcript, Diploma, and Degree.

You will be required to obtain the necessary official stamps on the documents from both your respective embassy and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Bahrain.

  • Example 1: If you completed your degree from the UK, you must stamp your documents from the British Council and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
  • Example 2: If you completed your degree from KSA, you must stamp your documents from the KSA Embassy in Bahrain and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
  • Example 3: If you completed your degree from the US., you must obtain the apostille stamp as well as a stamp from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

*Please contact the Admissions Office if you are unsure where to attest your documents.

The American University of Bahrain (AUBH) typically accepts applications for its programs on an ongoing basis. However, it is important to note that specific deadlines may vary depending on the program and the academic year. It is recommended to check our academic calendar to ensure you receive the accurate and up-to-date information regarding the application deadlines for your desired program at AUBH.

For More information on application deadlines, please visit the following pages: 

Applicants who have completed any post-secondary coursework elsewhere and wish to apply AUBH as a transfer student must submit the same documents to the Admissions Office as those required for freshman admission. In addition, a transfer applicant must submit the following:

  • Official transcripts from all previously attended colleges/universities.
  • Course descriptions and/or syllabi in English for all coursework completed at all previously attended colleges/universities.

A transfer applicant must also meet the following conditions:

  • Undergone the postsecondary course of study within the past five years.
  • Obtained a minimum CGPA of 2.3 (75%) and above or equivalent, based on the most recent transcript presented by the student. Refer to Appendix 1 for students transferring from British universities.
  • A transfer applicant must be in good academic standing from the transferring institution (i.e., not on probation, suspended, or dismissed)
  • A transfer applicant must be transferring from a recognized and accredited institution of higher education that offers learning experiences equivalent to those offered at AUBH

The official evaluation of transfer credit is completed by the relevant college at AUBH once course descriptions, syllabi, and official transcripts are received by the Admissions Office. All transcripts received become the property of AUBH, transcripts will not be returned, reissued to the transfer applicant, or forwarded to another institution. The official evaluation of transfer credit is kept in the applicant’s academic file.

After having completed all procedures required for transfer admission, an applicant with advanced standing is provided with a statement identifying the credits accepted for transfer. Transfer credit is only to be awarded for courses that have an equivalency at AUBH and show an earned grade of “C” or better from a university-level institution or program with admission standards acceptable to AUBH.

Transfer credit is evaluated and can be applied in one of the following ways:

  • Parallel credit: The transferred coursework must have involved at least the same amount of class time and the same content.
  • Electives: The transferred coursework must be clearly related to the applicant’s academic program and career goal, thereby serving as a major elective. In some cases, transferred coursework deemed liberal arts may be accepted as general electives if such coursework is not specifically offered at AUBH.

Transfer credits are recorded as credits earned but are not computed into the GPA at AUBH or enrollment status for any given term. No more than 50% of the credits required to earn a degree from AUBH may be considered as transfer credit.