Khalifa University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #1725 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #452 of 5,830 | In Asia |
| #2 of 66 | In the United Arab Emirates |
| #1 of 13 | In Abu Dhabi |
| #157 of 1,002 | For Database Administration |
| Top50% | For 120 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 9%
- Enrollment
- 20,000
- Funding
- Private
- Highest Degree
- Bachelor
- Website
- ku.ac.ae
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 9% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Competitive admission |
| Academic Calendar | Semesters |
| Enrollment | 20,000 |
| Full time employee | 4,000 |
| Student:staff ratio | 5:1 |
We've calculated the 9% acceptance rate for Khalifa University based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
Khalifa University is a world-class research university with 19,267 scientific papers published and 360,865 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology, Quantum and Particle physics, Environmental Science, Materials Science, Organic Chemistry, and Liberal Arts & Social Sciences.
Khalifa University majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 0 | 2 |
| 1994 | 0 | 3 |
| 1995 | 0 | 3 |
| 1996 | 0 | 13 |
| 1997 | 0 | 8 |
| 1998 | 0 | 13 |
| 1999 | 0 | 18 |
| 2000 | 0 | 17 |
| 2001 | 1 | 10 |
| 2002 | 0 | 15 |
| 2003 | 1 | 14 |
| 2004 | 1 | 24 |
| 2005 | 1 | 18 |
| 2006 | 6 | 27 |
| 2007 | 6 | 20 |
| 2008 | 23 | 42 |
| 2009 | 52 | 149 |
| 2010 | 87 | 270 |
| 2011 | 231 | 445 |
| 2012 | 303 | 799 |
| 2013 | 388 | 1380 |
| 2014 | 378 | 2080 |
| 2015 | 559 | 3241 |
| 2016 | 492 | 4430 |
| 2017 | 900 | 6009 |
| 2018 | 1305 | 9663 |
| 2019 | 1413 | 15933 |
| 2020 | 1772 | 24685 |
| 2021 | 1994 | 36510 |
| 2022 | 2483 | 48600 |
| 2023 | 3023 | 64198 |
| 2024 | 2548 | 78078 |
| 2025 | 1559 | 79141 |
Tuition
The tuition table for Khalifa University gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Cost (AED) |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering | 180,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering | 180,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering | 180,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering | 180,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering | 180,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronic Engineering | 180,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering | 180,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering | 180,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering | 180,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics and Statistics | 150,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Computer Science | 150,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security | 150,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Information Security | 150,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering | 150,000 |
| Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering | 120,000 |
| Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering | 120,000 |
| Master of Science in Chemical Engineering | 120,000 |
| Master of Science in Civil Engineering | 120,000 |
| Master of Science in Electrical and Electronic Engineering | 120,000 |
| Master of Science in Engineering Systems and Management | 120,000 |
| Master of Science in Information Security | 120,000 |
| Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering | 120,000 |
| Master of Science in Nuclear Engineering | 120,000 |
| Master of Science in Petroleum Engineering | 120,000 |
| Master of Science in Robotics and Intelligent Systems | 120,000 |
| Master of Science in Sustainable Critical Infrastructure | 120,000 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering | 180,000 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Petroleum Geosciences | 180,000 |
All costs are in United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED).
Khalifa University has financial aid programs.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Khalifa University.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Biology | TBD | Yes | Yes |
| Business | TBD | Yes | TBD |
| Chemistry | TBD | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | TBD | Yes | TBD |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | TBD | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Mathematics | TBD | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Physics | TBD | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | TBD | TBD | TBD |
General information
| Alternative names | KUSTAR جامعة خليفة |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2007 |
| Motto | Nurturing tomorrow's leaders. Growing the knowledge Economy |
| Colors | blue, green, yellow, red |
Location and contacts
| Address | Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|
| City population | 1,570,000 |
| Phone | +971 (6) 561 1333 |
| Fax | +971 (6) 561 1789 |