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<strong>Application</strong> Kit Graduate Admissions<br />

P. O. Box 28282, <strong>Dubai</strong> - United Arab Emirates<br />

T. +971 4 399 9000 F. +971 4 399 5585<br />

admissions@aud.edu<br />

www.aud.edu<br />

p. 1


Message from the Director of Admissions<br />

Dear applicants,<br />

We are delighted that you are plann<strong>in</strong>g<br />

to apply for graduate studies at the<br />

<strong>American</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>Dubai</strong> and<br />

hope that the follow<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Application</strong> Kit<br />

will be able to clarify the procedure.<br />

Pursu<strong>in</strong>g graduate studies is an important step towards<br />

the development of a solid career path, and we look<br />

forward to support<strong>in</strong>g you <strong>in</strong> that endeavor.<br />

Please do not hesitate to write or call the Admissions<br />

office with any <strong>in</strong>quiry you may have about<br />

apply<strong>in</strong>g or your preparation for admission.<br />

Please note that applications<br />

for admission to AUD’s graduate programs are evaluated<br />

by the Graduate Admissions Committee of the respective<br />

programs, which meets twice every semester (dates are<br />

available onl<strong>in</strong>e). Only complete files will be forwarded<br />

to the committee at the time of review, so we encourage<br />

you to f<strong>in</strong>alize and submit your file as early as possible.<br />

S<strong>in</strong>cerely,<br />

Tala K. Makhlouf<br />

Director of Admissions<br />

Facts about the university<br />

Mission<br />

The Mission of The <strong>American</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>Dubai</strong> is to fulfill the<br />

broad educational needs of a culturally diverse student body by<br />

achiev<strong>in</strong>g excellence <strong>in</strong> teach<strong>in</strong>g and learn<strong>in</strong>g, ultimately result<strong>in</strong>g<br />

<strong>in</strong> the <strong>in</strong>tellectual, personal, and professional success of its<br />

graduates and the advancement of society.<br />

Language of Instruction English<br />

AUD Mascot<br />

AUD<br />

KNIGHTS<br />

B O R N T O L E A D<br />

Academic Year<br />

Fall Semester: September – December<br />

Spr<strong>in</strong>g Semester: January – May<br />

Summer I Session: May – June<br />

Summer II Session: July – August<br />

Student Life & the Campus<br />

There are 52 student clubs and numerous annual events<br />

<strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g a Week of Welcome, AUD Desert Safari, International<br />

Night, Ramadan Tent, AUD Gala D<strong>in</strong>ner and Award Ceremony,<br />

W<strong>in</strong>ter Ball, Thanksgiv<strong>in</strong>g Day and UAE National Day.<br />

The Student Center houses <strong>in</strong>door sports facilities, a barber<br />

shop, a beauty salon, a travel agency, a bank, a copy center, a<br />

bookstore, a supermarket, and food courts.<br />

Athletic facilities <strong>in</strong>clude a 1,300ft track, a 82ft pool, a soccer<br />

pitch, three tennis courts, and two basketball/volleyball courts.<br />

A central <strong>in</strong>door stadium, the AUD Knights Arena, is designed<br />

so that it can be dis-mantled <strong>in</strong>to two <strong>in</strong>dependent courts used<br />

for <strong>in</strong>door football, handball, basketball or volleyball.<br />

This stadium has a capacity of 2,500 spectators, <strong>in</strong> addition to<br />

an outdoor spectator’s gallery that faces the soccer field and<br />

accommodates a public of 300.<br />

Separately, there are two squash courts and a 1,600sqf<br />

gymnasium and an aerobics/danc<strong>in</strong>g/music room.<br />

The AUD Library <strong>in</strong>cludes over 130,000 books (pr<strong>in</strong>t and<br />

electronic); over 300 journals; and 70 onl<strong>in</strong>e databases.<br />

Fall 2012 Statistics


For Official Use Only<br />

ID # __________________________________________<br />

Status ______________<br />

Admissions Stamp<br />

F<strong>in</strong>ance Stamp<br />

Photo<br />

Eng AP ______ TOEFL ______ GRE ______ GMAT ______ UGD ______<br />

Applicant Information<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

First Name*<br />

middle Name*<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Family Name*<br />

Maiden Name*<br />

Gender __Male __Female Marital Status __S<strong>in</strong>gle __Married ________________________________<br />

Date of Birth (mm/dd/yy)<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Nationality*<br />

country of birth<br />

_______ - _______________________________________ _______ - ____________________________________<br />

Telephone # Fax #<br />

_______ - _______________________________________<br />

Mobile #<br />

_____________________________________________<br />

E-mail Address<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Mail<strong>in</strong>g Address (to be used for all Admissions correspondences)<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

State/Prov<strong>in</strong>ce/City<br />

ZIP/Postal code<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Country<br />

p. O. Box<br />

* As per passport<br />

Program Details<br />

1. Have you applied to AUD before? __No __Yes; when? ___________________________________________________<br />

2. When do you plan to jo<strong>in</strong> AUD? (Please check only one)<br />

__Fall 20__ __Spr<strong>in</strong>g 20__ __Summer (1) 20__<br />

(Sept-Dec) (Jan-Apr) (May-Jun)<br />

3. I am apply<strong>in</strong>g as<br />

__First year __Transfer __Visit<strong>in</strong>g __Audit __Other ______________________________________<br />

4. What is your program of choice? (Please check only one)<br />

Bus<strong>in</strong>ess Adm<strong>in</strong>istration (M.B.A.)<br />

__ General<br />

__ F<strong>in</strong>ance Concentration<br />

__ Market<strong>in</strong>g Concentration<br />

Education (M.Ed.)<br />

__ Elementary Track<br />

__ Secondary Track<br />

__ Construction Management (M.S.C.M.)<br />

5. Fund<strong>in</strong>g. Is your graduate study at the <strong>American</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>Dubai</strong> be<strong>in</strong>g funded by any company or <strong>in</strong>stitution?<br />

__No __Yes, if yes please state details.<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

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<strong>Application</strong> Details<br />

5. Please list any sibl<strong>in</strong>gs/relatives who either are attend<strong>in</strong>g, have attended or work at AUD<br />

Relation<br />

Name<br />

Attend<strong>in</strong>g AUD<br />

(Please add ID#)<br />

Graduated from AUD<br />

(Please add ID#)<br />

Work<strong>in</strong>g at AUD<br />

(Please add position)<br />

6. Are you apply<strong>in</strong>g to other universities? __No __Yes, which one (s)? _________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________<br />

7. Do you need a student visa? __No __Yes, please refer to page #12 <strong>in</strong> this kit for further <strong>in</strong>formation on how to apply for a student visa.<br />

8. Do you require hous<strong>in</strong>g accommodation? __No __Yes, please refer to page #17 <strong>in</strong> this kit for further <strong>in</strong>formation on how to apply for hous<strong>in</strong>g.<br />

Secur<strong>in</strong>g hous<strong>in</strong>g on campus is cont<strong>in</strong>gent on payment of the non-refundable reservation deposit and the hous<strong>in</strong>g reservation fee.<br />

9. Optional: Do you have a physical, perceptual, psychological or learn<strong>in</strong>g disability? __No __Yes<br />

Special services may be available.<br />

10. How did you f<strong>in</strong>d out about AUD? Please give details.<br />

__ Referral __ Newspaper/Magaz<strong>in</strong>e __ GETEX<br />

__ School visit __ Presentation __ Open day at AUD<br />

__ Exhibition __ Internet __ AUD Alumni<br />

__ Directory __ Radio Advertisement __ Onl<strong>in</strong>e Advertisement<br />

Statement of Career Goals<br />

This Statement of Career Goals is a requirement and represents an important opportunity to outl<strong>in</strong>e those aspects of your<br />

background which may not appear on your application or your official documents. The essay should expla<strong>in</strong> your personal and career<br />

goals and offer an explanation as to why you should be admitted to AUD. (You may attach a separate sheet).<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

The <strong>American</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>Dubai</strong> evaluates all applications, makes all admission decisions and treats all students without discrim<strong>in</strong>ation regard<strong>in</strong>g race,<br />

sex, color, age, religion, national orig<strong>in</strong> or handicap.


Failure to declare prior attendance at an educational <strong>in</strong>stitution is considered a serious <strong>in</strong>fr<strong>in</strong>gement. You must submit all official academic<br />

records (transcripts, mark sheets, certificates, diplomas, degrees) of all secondary and post-secondary educational experiences. Official<br />

documents are those mailed directly or submitted <strong>in</strong> a sealed and stamped envelope to AUD by an educational <strong>in</strong>stitution you previously<br />

attended. Official English translations of all support<strong>in</strong>g educational documents must be submitted. Translations must be literal (i.e., word-forword).<br />

Educational documents must be the complete record of courses completed thus far. Partial records or excerpts are not acceptable. AUD<br />

may require f<strong>in</strong>al grades, marks, exams certificates, etc. prior to determ<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g admission.<br />

College/<strong>University</strong> Information<br />

Academic Information<br />

Please fill the follow<strong>in</strong>g table by chronological order your college/university records start<strong>in</strong>g with the last university<br />

you have attended:<br />

Colleges/Universities attended<br />

Academic year<br />

(Please specify last term)<br />

City/Country<br />

Degree Earned<br />

(If any)<br />

Test Scores<br />

Toefl ® / IELTS<br />

GMAT ®<br />

(for MBA Program applicants)<br />

GRE ®<br />

(for MEd and MSCM Program applicants)<br />

Date Taken Date Taken Date Taken<br />

Score<br />

Writ<strong>in</strong>g score or range<br />

Scheduled date<br />

to be taken<br />

Score<br />

Scheduled date<br />

to be taken<br />

Score<br />

Scheduled date<br />

to be taken<br />

Employment History<br />

Along with complet<strong>in</strong>g this section, you must submit a curriculum vitae, your résumé or other documents outl<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g<br />

your employment history.<br />

List <strong>in</strong> reverse chronological order (most recent first):<br />

Company Name Position City/Country<br />

Dates of<br />

Employment<br />

Dist<strong>in</strong>ctions & Awards<br />

If any, please describe or list any academic dist<strong>in</strong>ctions, awards, or accolades you have received. (You may attach a separate sheet).<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

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Consent To Release “Education Records”<br />

Mandatory to be filled by the applicant<br />

The <strong>American</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>Dubai</strong> classifies Directory Information as the follow<strong>in</strong>g:<br />

Student name, address(es), telephone number(s), email address, birth date and place, program of study, dates of attendance and<br />

credentials awarded. Any other education record is classified as non-directory <strong>in</strong>formation and can not be disclosed to any party<br />

without the student’s consent.<br />

__ I AUTHORIZE to release my education records (e.g., grades, GPA, ID, schedule, statement of fees etc.) to the follow<strong>in</strong>g:<br />

__ Parent(s)/Guardian<br />

__ F<strong>in</strong>ancial Sponsor<br />

__ Other, please specify: Name ________________________________________________________________<br />

Tel _______ - _______________________________________________________<br />

__ I DO NOT AUTHORIZE the release of non-directory education records.<br />

Declaration<br />

Mandatory to be signed by the applicant<br />

If I am accepted by The <strong>American</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>Dubai</strong> (AUD), I agree to abide by the regulations and<br />

policies set forth <strong>in</strong> the university’s Graduate Catalog, Schedule of Tuition Fees, and Enrollment Agreement and<br />

as stated <strong>in</strong> this application.<br />

I certify that the <strong>in</strong>formation that I have provided <strong>in</strong> this application is true and complete to the best of<br />

my knowledge. I fully realize that omissions or falsifications of <strong>in</strong>formation will be sufficient reason for<br />

rejection or dismissal.<br />

Important Notices<br />

Students should be aware that all records, letters and other documents provided <strong>in</strong> the orig<strong>in</strong>al to AUD as part of the admissions<br />

process will rema<strong>in</strong> university property. The university reserves the right to evaluate the adequacy to all credentials submitted for admissions.<br />

Students who are not granted admission to AUD or who withdrew their application should collect their documents with<strong>in</strong> two (2)<br />

years; otherwise, their physical records will be destroyed.<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Pr<strong>in</strong>t Name<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Signature<br />

date


Payment Procedure<br />

Payment Details<br />

• An application fee of AED 200 must be sent along with the completed <strong>Application</strong> <strong>Form</strong>.<br />

• A non-refundable reservation deposit, which is fully applied toward tuition, is required to enable us to process your application:<br />

AED 5,000 (undergraduate applicants) to be paid with<strong>in</strong> two (2) months of the start of the term of entry; AED 2,000 (graduate<br />

applicants) to be paid upon acceptance to the graduate program.<br />

• To book for the English and/or Math placement exam at AUD, an exam fee of AED 300 is required.<br />

• To reserve a room <strong>in</strong> the hous<strong>in</strong>g, a hous<strong>in</strong>g reservation fee of AED 2,500 is required.<br />

• To process the student visa, fees <strong>in</strong>clude AED 1,000 as well as a refundable AED 2,000 passport security deposit.<br />

• Tuition fees can be viewed onl<strong>in</strong>e http://www.aud.edu/About_AUD/F<strong>in</strong>ance/f<strong>in</strong>ance.asp or at the F<strong>in</strong>ance Office.<br />

Payment Modes<br />

Tuition and fees are due upon registration. Students can pay by cash, checks (U.A.E. Dirham checks drawn on a U.A.E. bank only), and<br />

bank drafts at the Commercial Bank of <strong>Dubai</strong> (AUD campus branch) or by valid credit cards at the F<strong>in</strong>ance Office. Tuition and fees<br />

may also be paid by bank transfer and credit card via written authorization (form below).<br />

Check Payable to: “<strong>American</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>Dubai</strong>”<br />

Students who submit non-negotiable checks will be assessed AED 200 non-refundable adm<strong>in</strong>istrative charge and must make all additional payments<br />

<strong>in</strong> the form of cash or bank transfer.<br />

Bank Transfer Payable to: “<strong>American</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>Dubai</strong>”<br />

IBAN<br />

Bank<br />

Swift Code<br />

* Include student name and I.D.# on the payment details.<br />

AE470230000001000351229<br />

Commercial Bank of <strong>Dubai</strong>, <strong>Dubai</strong> Head Office<br />

CBDUAEADDXB<br />

Credit Card<br />

Credit card payment may be done at the F<strong>in</strong>ance Office.<br />

For credit card payment done outside the F<strong>in</strong>ance Office a credit card authorization form (below) is to be filled and returned by<br />

fax to the follow<strong>in</strong>g number +971 4 399 45 66 or by email to f<strong>in</strong>ance@aud.edu<br />

Only payment via Visa and Master Cards are accepted and will have additional handl<strong>in</strong>g fee of 2 % of the total amount paid.<br />

Outstand<strong>in</strong>g Balances: A st udent c annot reg ist er unt il al l out stand<strong>in</strong>g bal ances are cl eared. Payment s wil l be credited toward out stand<strong>in</strong>g bal ances bef ore be<strong>in</strong>g<br />

applied to current registration charges. Transcripts, grades, diploma and certifications will not be issued for students who have not met their f<strong>in</strong>ancial obligations.<br />

Please tick as appropriate<br />

__ <strong>Application</strong> fee, AED 200 __ Non-refundable reservation deposit, AED 2,000 __ Visa fees, AED 3,000<br />

__ Exam fees, AED 300 __ Hous<strong>in</strong>g reservation fee, AED 2,500 __ Visa charges ____________<br />

F. +971 4 399 45 66 or E. f<strong>in</strong>ance@aud.edu<br />

Credit Card Authorization <strong>Form</strong><br />

I, the undersigned, authorize the <strong>American</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>Dubai</strong> to charge an amount of<br />

AED___________________________, plus 2% handl<strong>in</strong>g fees, as stated above, to my credit card.<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Name on Credit Card signature Date<br />

Credit Card # __________-__________-__________-__________<br />

Credit Card Type __ Visa __ Mastercard Expiry Date __________<br />

Payment Details ___________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_______ - _______________________________________ _______ - ____________________________________<br />

Telephone # Fax #<br />

_______ - _______________________________________<br />

Mobile #<br />

_____________________________________________<br />

E-mail Address<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Complete Student Name<br />

student I.D.


THE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY IN DUBAI LOCATION MAP<br />

A U D


In order for the Health History <strong>Form</strong> to be approved, it is mandatory that the questionnaire be completed and stamped by a physician and that<br />

all immunizations are current. This form is to be submitted dur<strong>in</strong>g registration.<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Student Name id # semester<br />

Gender __Male __Female _____________________ _________________________ ____________<br />

Date of Birth (mm/dd/yy) Nationality Blood Group<br />

In Case of Emergency Contact<br />

_______________________________________________ _____________________________________________<br />

Contact Name 1 contact Name 2<br />

_______ - ______________________________________ _______ - ____________________________________<br />

Mobile # Mobile #<br />

_______________________________________________ _____________________________________________<br />

E-mail Address<br />

Health History <strong>Form</strong><br />

e-mail Address<br />

Please <strong>in</strong>dicate if the student has any of the follow<strong>in</strong>g illnesses or conditions. List any medic<strong>in</strong>e the student is currently tak<strong>in</strong>g for the condition.<br />

Migra<strong>in</strong>e __ Yes __ No Medication___________________________________________<br />

Back Problems __ Yes __ No Medication___________________________________________<br />

Blood Pressure __ Yes __ No Medication___________________________________________<br />

Psychological Problems __ Yes __ No Medication___________________________________________<br />

Neurological Problems __ Yes __ No Medication___________________________________________<br />

Anxiety Problems __ Yes __ No Medication___________________________________________<br />

Anemia __ Yes __ No Medication___________________________________________<br />

Kidney Problems __ Yes __ No Medication___________________________________________<br />

Diabetes __ Yes __ No Medication___________________________________________<br />

Chest Problems: Asthma __ Yes __ No Medication___________________________________________<br />

Jaundice __ Yes __ No Medication___________________________________________<br />

Stomach/Gastric Problems __ Yes __ No Medication___________________________________________<br />

Heart Problems __ Yes __ No Medication___________________________________________<br />

Malaria __ Yes __ No Medication___________________________________________<br />

Epilepsy __ Yes __ No Medication___________________________________________<br />

Have you had Chickenpox? __ Yes __ No If yes, please state date __________________________________<br />

Vision Disorder __ Yes __ No If yes, please state ______________________________________<br />

Hear<strong>in</strong>g Problem __ Yes __ No If yes, please state ______________________________________<br />

Have you had past surgeries? __ Yes __ No If yes, please state date, name and reason _____________________<br />

___________________________________________________<br />

Medication Allergies? __ Yes __ No If yes, please state name and type of reaction __________________<br />

___________________________________________________<br />

Medication___________________________________________<br />

Food allergies? __ Yes __ No If yes, please state name and type of reaction __________________<br />

___________________________________________________<br />

Medication___________________________________________<br />

Environmental allergies? __ Yes __ No If yes, please state name and type of reaction __________________<br />

___________________________________________________<br />

i.e.; wasp st<strong>in</strong>gs, and bites, dust, pollen<br />

Medication___________________________________________<br />

Are you on a long term treatment for any medical condition? __ Yes __ No If yes, please state __________________________<br />

___________________________________________________<br />

Are you suffer<strong>in</strong>g from any other illness not listed above?<br />

__ Yes __ No If yes, please state __________________________<br />

___________________________________________________<br />

Are you current with your immunizations?<br />

__ Yes __ No If yes, please state last booster of:<br />

DT, Polio Date ___________________ MMR Date ___________________________<br />

Hep. A Date ___________________ Hep. B Date ___________________________<br />

Men<strong>in</strong>gitis Date ___________________ Varicella (Chickenpox) Date ___________________________<br />

_______________________________________________<br />

Physician Name, Signature & Stamp<br />

_____________________________________________<br />

date mm/dd/yy<br />

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Authorization for Disclosure of Health History Info<br />

By complet<strong>in</strong>g the form below, you give permission to the AUD Health Center Director to disclose your medical records. You have the right to<br />

revoke this consent at any time by notify<strong>in</strong>g the <strong>University</strong> Health Center <strong>in</strong> writ<strong>in</strong>g.<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Student Name id # semester<br />

Gender __Male __Female<br />

_____________________<br />

Date of Birth (mm/dd/yy)<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Address<br />

_______ - ______________________________________<br />

Mobile #<br />

Authorization of Disclosure<br />

__ I AUTHORIZE the AUD Health Center to disclose <strong>in</strong>formation conta<strong>in</strong>ed <strong>in</strong> my medical records to<br />

_______________________________________________<br />

Name<br />

_______ - ______________________________________<br />

Mobile #<br />

_____________________________________________<br />

address<br />

_____________________________________________<br />

Purpose of Disclosure<br />

__ I DO NOT AUTHORIZE the follow<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>formation disclosed<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_______________________________________________<br />

Patient Signature<br />

_____________________________________________<br />

date (mm/dd/yy)<br />

_______ - ______________________________________<br />

Mobile #<br />

_____________________________________________<br />

Purpose of Disclosure<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Person Assist<strong>in</strong>g Patient With <strong>Form</strong> Completion<br />

_______________________________________________<br />

Method of Release<br />

_____________________________________________<br />

Date of Release (mm/dd/yy)<br />

Important Notice<br />

All health <strong>in</strong>formation is confidential however the President, Executive Vice President, Dean of Student Services, and Hous<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Manager will have access to this <strong>in</strong>formation (as needed).


Mandatory Health Insurance Waiver<br />

Private health <strong>in</strong>surance cover<strong>in</strong>g care <strong>in</strong> the U.A.E. is mandatory for all AUD students except U.A.E. Nationals. In order to<br />

meet this requirement by enroll<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> the AUD-sponsored health <strong>in</strong>surance plan, students are charged a non-refundable fee on their<br />

Fall semester bill cover<strong>in</strong>g the period September 1 through August 31.<br />

Fees and Charges for AUD Students Health Insurance Plan<br />

Student jo<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g beg<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g of<br />

Fall Semester (cover<strong>in</strong>g September – August)<br />

Spr<strong>in</strong>g Semester (cover<strong>in</strong>g January – August)<br />

Summer I Semester (cover<strong>in</strong>g May – August)<br />

Charges<br />

AED1,800<br />

AED1,200<br />

AED700<br />

For this fee to be waived, students are required to provide evidence of currently valid private health <strong>in</strong>surance<br />

cover<strong>in</strong>g care <strong>in</strong> the U.A.E. (orig<strong>in</strong>al <strong>in</strong>surance card or attached colored copy) to the F<strong>in</strong>ance Office. Deadl<strong>in</strong>e to do so is<br />

the last day of the Fall semester Drop/Add. Failure to provide this proof before the deadl<strong>in</strong>e will result <strong>in</strong> cancel<strong>in</strong>g your option to<br />

waive the health <strong>in</strong>surance coverage and associated fee.<br />

Do you have Health Insurance?<br />

__No - the fee will be added to your tuition<br />

__Yes - please fill below <strong>Form</strong><br />

To be filled by the Student<br />

I understand that all students at AUD are required to have and ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong> private health <strong>in</strong>surance cover<strong>in</strong>g all U.A.E. care on a<br />

cont<strong>in</strong>ual basis while enrolled.<br />

__ I understand and agree that I am responsible for any and all charges related to my medical care.<br />

__ I hereby certify that I have and will ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong> current health <strong>in</strong>surance coverage while enrolled as a student at AUD.<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Student Name<br />

i.D.#<br />

_______ - _______________________________________<br />

Mobile #<br />

_____________________________________________<br />

E-mail Address<br />

Enrollment Semester __Fall 20__ __Spr<strong>in</strong>g 20__ __Summer (1) 20__ __Summer(II) 20__<br />

(Sept-Dec) (Jan-Apr) (May-Jun) (Jul-Aug)<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Name of Insurance Company<br />

Insurance Card Expiry Date _______ - _______ - _______<br />

(mm/dd/yy)<br />

_______________________________________________<br />

Student Signature<br />

_____________________________________________<br />

date (mm/dd/yy)<br />

To be filled by F<strong>in</strong>ance Office<br />

_______________________________________________<br />

F<strong>in</strong>ance Office Approval<br />

_____________________________________________<br />

Waiver Amount<br />

This form is to be filled and processed through the F<strong>in</strong>ance Office.<br />

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Visa Information<br />

Students who are accepted and enrolled on a full time basis are eligible to be sponsored by the university and will be issued a<br />

Student Residence Visa valid for one year.<br />

New students should request for the visa by contact<strong>in</strong>g one of the representatives <strong>in</strong> the Admissions Office.<br />

Students already enrolled at AUD, must apply for the Student Residence Visa at the Registrar’s Office.<br />

Required Documents and Process<br />

• The Visa <strong>Application</strong> <strong>Form</strong> duly filled and returned (available at the Admissions Office or Registrar’s Office)<br />

• Colored photocopy of the passport with validity page<br />

• 1 photo<br />

• Copy of current visa, if applicable<br />

• Visa charges: (AED 1,000) + a refundable (AED 2,000) passport security deposit<br />

Extra charges may be added. Please check with the Admissions Office for further details.<br />

Visa process<strong>in</strong>g usually takes 3 to 4 work<strong>in</strong>g days. Delays may occur from the Department of Naturalisation and Residency <strong>Dubai</strong> (DNRD).<br />

Visa Process<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Dur<strong>in</strong>g the first week of the semester, students should contact the Visa Officer for visa process<strong>in</strong>g.<br />

To process the Student Resident Visa on your passport you need to do the follow<strong>in</strong>g:<br />

Step 1 Process your U.A.E. ID Card<br />

The ID card is a mandatory electronic means of identification that the Emirates Identity Authority issues each national and<br />

expatriate person resid<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> the U.A.E.. Before AUD can process your Student Residence Visa, we need a copy of your U.A.E.<br />

ID Card process papers (U.A.E. ID Card Request <strong>Form</strong> + F<strong>in</strong>gerpr<strong>in</strong>ts)<br />

Step 2 Br<strong>in</strong>g the follow<strong>in</strong>g documents to the Visa Officer (Adm<strong>in</strong> Bldg. Room 120)<br />

1. U.A.E. ID Card process papers (orig<strong>in</strong>al + copy)<br />

2. Orig<strong>in</strong>al Passport<br />

3. Orig<strong>in</strong>al Visa<br />

4. 4 Photos<br />

5. 2 passport photocopies with validity page<br />

6. 2 visa photocopies<br />

Step 3 Settle your fees at the F<strong>in</strong>ance Office (Adm<strong>in</strong> Bldg. Room 124)<br />

1. Pay AED 350 for the medical test<br />

2. Get receipt signed by the Visa Officer<br />

Step 4 Book the medical test* at the AUD Health Center by provid<strong>in</strong>g the follow<strong>in</strong>g documents: (Bldg. A Room 116)<br />

1. Receipt from F<strong>in</strong>ance Office duly signed by the Visa Officer<br />

2. Passport copy<br />

3. Visa copy<br />

4. 2 Photos<br />

* A medical test at an authorized U.A.E. medical center is required by the Department of Naturalisation and Residency <strong>Dubai</strong> (DNRD). A positive result for HIV, Tuberculosis (TB),<br />

Hepatitis B or C, or leprosy is grounds for immediate deportation. Students under the age of 18 will be exempted from do<strong>in</strong>g the medical test.<br />

Check with the Visa Officer 10 days after your medical test is conducted to confirm the transfer of your Student Residence<br />

Visa to the passport.<br />

Important Notice<br />

Students sponsored by AUD and issued a Student Residence Visa have to be enrolled on a full time basis each semester (i.e.; register<br />

for 12-16 credits for undergraduate students and 9 credits for graduate students).


Recommendation <strong>Form</strong><br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Name of Applicant<br />

1. How long have you known the applicant and <strong>in</strong> what context?<br />

__ 0-6 months __ 6-12 months __ 1-2 years __ 2 or more years<br />

__ Supervisor __ Colleague __ Other ________________________________________________________<br />

2. Rat<strong>in</strong>gs: compared to other employees, how do you rate this applicant <strong>in</strong> the follow<strong>in</strong>g areas:<br />

Unable<br />

to Judge<br />

Criteria<br />

Below<br />

Average<br />

Average<br />

Good<br />

(Above average)<br />

Very Good<br />

Excellent<br />

(Top 10%)<br />

Outstand<strong>in</strong>g<br />

(Top 5 %)<br />

Exceptional<br />

(Top 1%)<br />

Intellectual ability<br />

Analytical ability<br />

Leadership potential<br />

Teamwork skills<br />

Plann<strong>in</strong>g skills<br />

Communication skills<br />

Overall<br />

3. Please mention any behavior traits that you have observed that best represent this applicant’s personality and<br />

ability to perform at university. (You may attach a separate sheet).<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Additional Comments<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

__ I wish to discuss this applicant over the phone with an AUD Admissions Representative.<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Evaluator Name<br />

title<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Company<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Signature<br />

date<br />

Please return to: Admissions Office, The <strong>American</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>Dubai</strong>, P.O. Box 28282, <strong>Dubai</strong> – U.A.E<br />

Important Note<br />

Use of this form is not obligatory. Evaluators may choose to use their own stationary. Letters should, however, be <strong>in</strong> the orig<strong>in</strong>al, on<br />

letterhead, stamped and sealed.<br />

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Recommendation <strong>Form</strong><br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Name of Applicant<br />

1. How long have you known the applicant and <strong>in</strong> what context?<br />

__ 0-6 months __ 6-12 months __ 1-2 years __ 2 or more years<br />

__ Supervisor __ Colleague __ Other ________________________________________________________<br />

2. Rat<strong>in</strong>gs: compared to other employees, how do you rate this applicant <strong>in</strong> the follow<strong>in</strong>g areas:<br />

Unable<br />

to Judge<br />

Criteria<br />

Below<br />

Average<br />

Average<br />

Good<br />

(Above average)<br />

Very Good<br />

Excellent<br />

(Top 10%)<br />

Outstand<strong>in</strong>g<br />

(Top 5 %)<br />

Exceptional<br />

(Top 1%)<br />

Intellectual ability<br />

Analytical ability<br />

Leadership potential<br />

Teamwork skills<br />

Plann<strong>in</strong>g skills<br />

Communication skills<br />

Overall<br />

3. Please mention any behavior traits that you have observed that best represent this applicant’s personality and<br />

ability to perform at university. (You may attach a separate sheet).<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Additional Comments<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

__ I wish to discuss this applicant over the phone with an AUD Admissions Representative.<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Evaluator Name<br />

title<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Company<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Signature<br />

date<br />

Please return to: Admissions Office, The <strong>American</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>Dubai</strong>, P.O. Box 28282, <strong>Dubai</strong> – U.A.E<br />

Important Note<br />

Use of this form is not obligatory. Evaluators may choose to use their own stationary. Letters should, however, be <strong>in</strong> the orig<strong>in</strong>al, on<br />

letterhead, stamped and sealed.<br />

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Hous<strong>in</strong>g Accommodation Information<br />

AUD’s non-smok<strong>in</strong>g student hous<strong>in</strong>g consists of four residential build<strong>in</strong>gs, and four residence halls, separate for females and males.<br />

All residence halls are located <strong>in</strong> the northwest corner of the AUD campus with<strong>in</strong> 2-5 m<strong>in</strong>ute walk to the academic build<strong>in</strong>gs, library,<br />

computer labs, cafeteria, small grocery shop and the outdoor sports facilities that <strong>in</strong>clude basketball, tennis and volleyball courts, as<br />

well as soccer field and a swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool.<br />

Each residence hall has a laundry room, a study area, a TV lounge, and a fully equipped kitchen and d<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g room. Campus satellite<br />

television service is provided <strong>in</strong> each lounge. High-speed Internet connections are also provided <strong>in</strong> each room of all four residence<br />

halls. Separate female and male gyms are available for use by hous<strong>in</strong>g residents. This complete fitness facility is provided free to<br />

students liv<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> the residence halls.<br />

All rooms are double occupancy. However, there may be s<strong>in</strong>gle occupancy rooms available <strong>in</strong> summer sessions at additional cost.<br />

Students will be notified of this availability by the Hous<strong>in</strong>g Manager. Each dorm room is furnished with two s<strong>in</strong>gle beds, two<br />

wardrobes, two desk, two chairs and two bedside tables. Each dorm room has a private bathroom. Students are responsible for<br />

supply<strong>in</strong>g their own bed l<strong>in</strong>en, towels, toiletries, and eat<strong>in</strong>g utensils.<br />

Hous<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Application</strong> Procedure<br />

• Students who have settled the admission fees are eligible to apply for student hous<strong>in</strong>g by pay<strong>in</strong>g a hous<strong>in</strong>g deposit of AED 2,500<br />

dur<strong>in</strong>g the admissions process. The rema<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g hous<strong>in</strong>g fees have to be paid one month prior to the beg<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g of each semester. In<br />

addition, students are required to pay a refundable security deposit of AED 1,000.<br />

• Upon settl<strong>in</strong>g the hous<strong>in</strong>g deposit, students are placed on a wait<strong>in</strong>g list. Students should contact the Hous<strong>in</strong>g Manager for room<br />

book<strong>in</strong>g confirmation. New applicants are assigned rooms on a first-pay, first-assigned basis.<br />

• Students are then requested to submit the follow<strong>in</strong>g forms to the Hous<strong>in</strong>g Manager: 1) Student Hous<strong>in</strong>g Agreement <strong>Form</strong>, 2)<br />

Dormitory Computer Network Use Agreement, and 3) Curfew Extension <strong>Form</strong>.<br />

Hous<strong>in</strong>g Check-<strong>in</strong><br />

Check-<strong>in</strong>/out dates are stated on the AUD website, and <strong>in</strong> the Hous<strong>in</strong>g Kit.<br />

Check-<strong>in</strong> takes place from 9:00am – 6:00pm Sunday through Thursday <strong>in</strong> the Hous<strong>in</strong>g Office <strong>in</strong> the Student Center - room 330.<br />

Students who arrive on check-<strong>in</strong> dates prior or after office hours should go directly to the Student Hous<strong>in</strong>g gate. The security guard is available<br />

24/7. He will call the Hous<strong>in</strong>g Controller or the Resident Assistant who will escort the students to their room and give them the keys.<br />

Contacts<br />

If you need any help or if you have any questions, please contact: Hous<strong>in</strong>g Manager, Ms. Rayya Al Barazi via ralbarazi@aud.edu<br />

For additional <strong>in</strong>formation about hous<strong>in</strong>g policies, check-<strong>in</strong>/out dates, fees and deadl<strong>in</strong>es please check this l<strong>in</strong>k:<br />

http://www.aud.edu/Student_Services/stu_hous<strong>in</strong>g.asp<br />

Hous<strong>in</strong>g Fees<br />

Non-refundable hous<strong>in</strong>g fees per semester/session are:<br />

Fall or Spr<strong>in</strong>g Semesters<br />

S<strong>in</strong>gle Room* 1 person / room AED 12,500 per semester<br />

Shared Room 2 persons / room AED 8,500 per semester<br />

Summer Sessions<br />

S<strong>in</strong>gle Room* 1 person / room AED 8,500 per session<br />

Shared Room 2 persons / room AED 5,700 per session<br />

* S<strong>in</strong>gle rooms are currently not available and cannot be guaranteed. <strong>Application</strong>s for s<strong>in</strong>gle rooms will be considered only <strong>in</strong> the event of cancellations and are subject to availability.<br />

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Student Hous<strong>in</strong>g Questionnaire<br />

Important Notice<br />

Fill<strong>in</strong>g this form does not guarantee the book<strong>in</strong>g of a dorm room. Rooms are booked upon payment of the the non-refundable<br />

reservation deposit and the hous<strong>in</strong>g reservation fee. Please see Hous<strong>in</strong>g Information. This form will be submitted to the Hous<strong>in</strong>g Manager.<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

First Name*<br />

last Name<br />

Gender __Male __Female Marital Status __S<strong>in</strong>gle __Married ________________________________<br />

Date of Birth (mm/dd/yy)<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Nationality<br />

major<br />

_______ - _______________________________________ _______ - ____________________________________<br />

Telephone # Fax #<br />

_______ - _______________________________________<br />

Mobile #<br />

_____________________________________________<br />

E-mail Address<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Address<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

State/Prov<strong>in</strong>ce/City<br />

ZIP/Postal code<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

Country<br />

p. O. Box<br />

_______ - _______________________________________<br />

Parent’s Mobile #<br />

1. For which term do you require accommodation?<br />

__Fall 20__ __Spr<strong>in</strong>g 20__ __Summer (1) 20__ __Summer(II) 20__<br />

(Sept-Dec) (Jan-Apr) (May-Jun) (Jul-Aug)<br />

2. Is there anyone with whom you would like to share a room? __ No __ Yes<br />

If yes, please give his/her name __________________________________________________________________________<br />

3. Do you desire a s<strong>in</strong>gle room, if available? (at an additional cost) __ No __ Yes<br />

4. Are you an early riser? __ No __ Yes Are you a night owl? __ No __ Yes<br />

5. How many hours each day do you plan to study?<br />

__ More than 4 hours __ 2-4 hours __ 1-2 hours __ Less than one hour<br />

6. Do you listen to music when you study? __ No __ Yes __ Sometimes<br />

7. I consider myself to be<br />

__ Very neat __ Occasionally neat __ Somewhat Disorganized __ Very disorganized<br />

__ Very outgo<strong>in</strong>g __ Somewhat outgo<strong>in</strong>g __ Not outgo<strong>in</strong>g at all<br />

8. Any other characteristics which should be taken <strong>in</strong>to consideration when assign<strong>in</strong>g you a roommate?<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

_________________________________________________________________________________________________


Admissions Checklist<br />

The university reserves the right to evaluate the adequacy of all credentials submitted for admission. Furthermore, students are rem<strong>in</strong>ded that<br />

omission or falsification of <strong>in</strong>formation constitutes sufficient reason for rejection or dismissal. This dismissal, requir<strong>in</strong>g the President’s approval,<br />

may occur at any time dur<strong>in</strong>g a student’s residence at AUD; i.e., upon discovery of the omission/falsification.<br />

All students seek<strong>in</strong>g admission to the university must submit the follow<strong>in</strong>g:<br />

Please make sure that the follow<strong>in</strong>g items are <strong>in</strong>cluded with your application, your admission will depend on the receipt<br />

of all necessary documents that are required throughout the review of your application.<br />

__ Completed <strong>Application</strong> for Graduate Admission<br />

__ A 3.00 GPA (on a 4.00 scale) or better <strong>in</strong> undergraduate study. For students with undergraduate credits earned at more than one <strong>in</strong>stitution, a separate<br />

GPA is calculated.<br />

__ Undergraduate / Graduate Records: Official (sealed) transcripts from all universities, colleges, or other <strong>in</strong>stitutions of higher<br />

learn<strong>in</strong>g at which the applicant completed undergraduate and graduate studies.<br />

Transcripts should be attested by the appropriate higher education authority <strong>in</strong> the country <strong>in</strong> which the degree was granted, and<br />

must be translated <strong>in</strong>to English if they are issued <strong>in</strong> a language other than English. Applicants with degrees granted outside the U.A.E.,<br />

should obta<strong>in</strong> attestation from (1) the M<strong>in</strong>istry of Higher Education of the country of study, (2) the M<strong>in</strong>istry of Foreign Affairs <strong>in</strong> that<br />

country, and (3) the U.A.E. Embassy <strong>in</strong> that country or the Embassy of the country of study <strong>in</strong> the U.A.E. and the U.A.E. M<strong>in</strong>istry of<br />

Foreign Affairs.<br />

• An undergraduate degree <strong>in</strong> Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g, Architecture, or a closely-related discipl<strong>in</strong>e, from a recognized <strong>in</strong>stitution is required from applicants to the<br />

M.S.C.M. Program.<br />

• M.S.C.M. Program applicants lack<strong>in</strong>g the follow<strong>in</strong>g courses or their equivalent <strong>in</strong> their undergraduate studies will be required to take a placement<br />

exam<strong>in</strong>ation: ENGG 255 Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g Design and Economics, ENGG 300 Probability and Statistics <strong>in</strong> Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g, ECVL 360 Structural Analysis I, and ECVL<br />

420 Construction Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g and Management. Depend<strong>in</strong>g on the student performance <strong>in</strong> the placement exam<strong>in</strong>ation, the student may be required to take<br />

undergraduate level prerequisites prior to enroll<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> the subsequent graduate level courses.<br />

__ Undergraduate Diploma – Photocopy of undergraduate diploma with orig<strong>in</strong>al required for verification.<br />

__ Graduate Diploma – Photocopy of graduate diploma with orig<strong>in</strong>al required for verification.<br />

__ Profile and / or __ Grad<strong>in</strong>g system of universities/colleges previously attended.<br />

__ International TOEFL ® score of 550 (CAT 213) + TWE of 4.0 or Internet-based TOEFL ® score of 79-80 + writ<strong>in</strong>g skills range<br />

24-30, if available at the time of submission or the scheduled test date. AUD’s <strong>in</strong>ternational code for TOEFL ® is 0063; results should be sent directly to the<br />

AUD Admissions Office.<br />

or __ International IELTS score of 6.5 + 6.5 on writ<strong>in</strong>g part.<br />

__ GMAT ® - for M.B.A. Program applicants; if available at the time of submission or the scheduled test date. AUD’s GMAT® code is 0063;<br />

results should be sent directly to the AUD Admissions Office.<br />

__ GRE ® - for M.Ed. and M.S.C.M. Programs applicants; if available at the time of submission or the scheduled test date. AUD’s GRE ®<br />

code is 7493; results should be sent directly to the AUD Admissions Office.<br />

__ Two (2) Official letters of recommendation Two referees, either educators or professionals, who are <strong>in</strong> a position to assess<br />

the academic performance and potential success of the applicant, should complete the Reference <strong>Form</strong>s prescribed by the university.<br />

The two completed Reference <strong>Form</strong>s should be sent directly to the Office of Admissions. Ref.: Recommendation <strong>Form</strong>.<br />

__ CV/Resumé; candidates who have a m<strong>in</strong>imum of two (2) years of work experience will be given preference for admission to the<br />

M.B.A. and M.Ed. Programs; a m<strong>in</strong>imum of three (3 years of work experience as a field or design eng<strong>in</strong>eer is recommended for the<br />

M.S.C.M. Program.<br />

__ Statement of Career Goals reflect<strong>in</strong>g the rationale for the application to the graduate program.<br />

__ Two (2) recent passport-size photographs __ passport photocopy with validity page __ photocopy U.A.E. ID<br />

__ Non-refundable application fee of AED 200. A reservation deposit (non-refundable) of AED 2,000, which is fully applied<br />

toward tuition, is required upon acceptance for admission.<br />

__ Completed Health History <strong>Form</strong>. This form must be signed and stamped by a Physician. Ref.: AUD Health History <strong>Form</strong>.


Admissions at AUD<br />

Pursuant to the Mission of AUD, the Admissions Office consists of a professional team that assists prospective students ga<strong>in</strong><br />

accessibility to opportunities <strong>in</strong> higher education. The Admissions team is held to a high level of <strong>in</strong>tegrity and is charged with<br />

provid<strong>in</strong>g quality service and accurate <strong>in</strong>formation to all students.<br />

AUD admits to its degree programs only those students who possess appropriate credentials and the demonstrated capacity and<br />

potential to successfully complete the educational programs provided by the university and mean<strong>in</strong>gfully participate <strong>in</strong> the total<br />

educational experience offered by AUD.<br />

Please mail all required documents to:<br />

The <strong>American</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>Dubai</strong><br />

Admissions Office<br />

P. O. Box 28282<br />

<strong>Dubai</strong>, United Arab Emirates<br />

<strong>Application</strong> Deadl<strong>in</strong>e<br />

Fall semester: August 10<br />

Spr<strong>in</strong>g semester: December 10<br />

For specific admissions requirements, please consult: the AUD Graduate Catalog<br />

or the website http://www.aud.edu/Admissions/grad.asp<br />

The United Arab Emirates M<strong>in</strong>istry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR) has licensed<br />

the <strong>American</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>Dubai</strong> and accredited all of its programs. The university is also accredited<br />

by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) Commission on Colleges (COC) to award<br />

Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees.

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