Admission office hours:
Monday - Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Alternatively you can call us on +971-4-371-2000 or email us at dubaiadmission@rit.edu
RIT Dubai is currently accepting applications for the upcoming intake and we welcome all interested students to apply. Admission to RIT Dubai is selective, our admission process is personal. We are interested in learning about your interests, abilities, and goals in order to provide the best information and guidance we can as you select the college and program that is right for you. Factors considered in our admission decisions include, but are not limited to, past high school/college performance (particularly in required academic subjects), admission test scores, the competitiveness of high school or previous college, and the academic program selected. Recommendations from those familiar with your academic performance and an interview with an admissions counselor may also be influential.
Application Timeline:
RIT Dubai is currently accepting applications for Spring (January) and Fall (September). We welcome all interested students to apply as soon as they can because we have limited seats for scholarships. The review of spring applications start in October of each academic year.
Students are encouraged to apply early, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - that is once your application is complete, the Admissions Committee will meet to review your complete application and notify you of the admission decision in a timely manner.
Our admission process is a personal one, and we will work with you to assist with the application procedure and notify you personally of the decision and your options.
The Admissions Committee reviews each application based upon the specific preparation and experiences of each individual student. Students will be considered for admission based on high school performance, appropriateness of courses for the academic major, demonstrated motivation and success, and English language ability.
Application Deadline:
Fall Semester:
Early Admission Phase: Until March 31st
Application deadline: August 22nd
Spring Semester:
Early Admission phase: Until November 15th
Application deadline: January 2nd
Note: Application deadline might change based on seat availability and students are advised to submit their applications during the early admission phase.
Placement exams will be required from all freshman students to take at the start of the semester. This will help determine which level each student fits in to be able to place in the right course within the program. Students who appear for A Level, IB higher level or Advanced placement courses (College Board-AP) might skip relevant placement exams depending on achieved final grade in relevant subjects.
All Engineering and Computing students are required to take Math and Physics placement tests.
All Business majors and Psychology students are required to take Math placement test.
Note: Students who have appeared for the EmSAT test/s in Math or Physics won’t be asked to do the placement test in that field and will be placed in the right course based on their score at the EmSAT test.
We like to encourage students to apply early to be considered for admission and get guaranteed a seat in the program. We recommend you do not wait until your final marks are out to apply but to begin your application process early with previous school transcripts (grade 10 and grade 11) and grade 12 term 1 result (if available).
Sample for Business Programs and Psychology placement test.
Sample for Engineering Programs & Computing placement tests.
Sample for Physics placement test.
Required Documents
A scanned copy of your passport.
High school transcripts - predicted marks of your final year are acceptable for a conditional decision until you submit your final marks.
Emirates ID and Visa (UAE Residents).
English language test (IELTS, TOEFL, or EmSAT) – if available.
Personal statement.
Family Book (UAE Citizens).
Admission Requirements
Engineering Admission Requirements
Must cover Math preferably pre-calculus at high school.
Must cover sciences: physics and chemistry at high school.
Students who fail to meet Math/physics competency requirements will be asked to do foundation courses within the first semester.
Students should sit for placement tests or present EMSAT scores to register relevant subjects. Equivalent scores of EMSAT won’t be used.
Curriculum |
Required Score |
Math Requirement |
Physics Requirement |
UAE |
- Elite: 75% - Advanced 80% - General: 90% |
- EMSAT Math 800, or - Minimum 80% in Math (Advanced/Elite), or - Minimum 85% in Math (General), or - Math Placement Test (40%) |
- EMSAT Physics 800, or - Minimum 80% in Physics (Advanced/Elite), or - Minimum 85% in Physics (General), or - Physics placement test (10/25) |
American |
- 80% overall - SAT 1 Math 450 or EMSAT-Math 500 (Equivalency requirement) |
- EMSAT Math 800, or - SAT Math 555, or - AP Calculus of 3, or - Math Placement Test (40%) |
- EMSAT Physics 800, or - AP Physics of 3, or - Physics placement test (10/25) |
British |
- 5 IGCSE (3 B’s and 2C’s) and 2 As or 1 A level (C grade) - Completion of Grade 12/ Year 13 - Overall equivalent score 80% |
- EMSAT Math 800, or - Grade B in Math (O Level) or Grade C in Math (AS Level) or Grade D in Math (A Level), or - Math Placement Test (40%) |
- EMSAT Physics 800, or - Grade B in Physics (O Level) or Grade C in Physics (AS Level) or Grade D in Physics (A Level), or - Physics placement test (10/25) |
French |
11 out of 20 | - EMSAT Math 800, or - Score 11 in Math, or - Math Placement Test (40%) |
- EMSAT Physics 800, or - Score 11 in Physics, or - Physics placement test (10/25) |
Pakistan/India |
65% overall | - EMSAT Math 800, or - Minimum 65% in Math, or - Math Placement Test (40%) |
- EMSAT Physics 800, or - Minimum 65% in Physics, or - Physics placement test (10/25) |
International Baccalaureate |
28 points | - EMSAT Math 800, or - Minimum 4 in IB HL/SL Math, or - Math Placement Test (40%) |
- EMSAT Physics 800, or - Minimum 4 in IB HL/SL Physics, or - Physics placement test (10/25) |
Computing Admission Requirements
Must cover Math and one science at High school.
Students who fail to meet Math/Science competency requirements will be asked to do foundation courses within the first semester.
Science courses: Physics, Chemistry or Biology.
Students should sit for placement tests or present EMSAT scores to register relevant subjects. Equivalent scores of EMSAT won’t be used.
Curriculum |
Required Score |
Math Requirement |
Physics Requirement |
UAE |
- Elite: 65% - Advanced 70% - General: 70% |
- EMSAT Math 700, or - Minimum 75% in Math, or - Math Placement Test (35%) |
- EMSAT Science 700, or - Minimum 70% in science, or - Physics placement test (9/25) |
American |
-70% overall - SAT 1 Math 450 or EMSAT-Math 500 (Equivalency requirement) |
- EMSAT Math 700, or - SAT Math 520, or - AP Calculus of 3, or - Math Placement Test (35%) |
- EMSAT Science 700, or - AP Physics of 3, or - Physics placement test (9/25) |
British |
- 5 IGCSE (C grade) and 2 As or 1 A level (D grade) - Completion of Grade 12/ Year 13 - Overall equivalent score 70% |
- EMSAT Math 700, or - Grade C in Math (O Level) or Grade D in Math AS/A Level, or - Math Placement Test (35%) |
- EMSAT Science 700, or - Grade C in Science (O Level) or Grade D in Science AS/A Level, or - Physics placement test (9/25) |
French |
10 out of 20 | - EMSAT Math 700, or - Score 10 in Math, or - Math Placement Test (35%) |
- EMSAT Science 700, or - Score 10 in Science, or - Physics placement test (9/25) |
Pakistan/India |
60% overall | - EMSAT Math 700, or - Minimum 65% in Math, or - Math Placement Test (35%) |
- EMSAT Science 700, or - Minimum 65% in Science, or - Physics placement test (9/25) |
International Baccalaureate |
24 points | - EMSAT Math 700, or - Minimum 4 in IB HL/SL Math, or - Math Placement Test (35%) |
- EMSAT Science 700, or - Minimum 4 in IB HL/SL Science, or - Physics placement test (9/25) |
Business Admission Requirements
Students who fail to meet Math competency requirement will be asked to do foundation course within the first semester.
Must attend admission interview.
Students should sit for Math placement test or present EMSAT-Math score to register relevant Math subjects. Equivalent scores of EMSAT won’t be used.
Curriculum |
Required Score |
Math Requirement |
UAE |
Elite: 70% Advanced 70% General: 75% |
EMSAT Math 600, or Minimum 75% in Math, or Math Placement Test (30%) |
American |
70% overall SAT 1 Math 450 or EMSAT-Math 500 (Equivalency requirement) |
EMSAT Math 600, or SAT Math 485, or AP Calculus of 3, or Math Placement Test (30%) |
British |
5 IGCSE (C grade) and 2 As or 1 A level (D grade) Completion of Grade 12/ Year 13 Overall equivalent score 70% |
EMSAT Math 600, or Grade C in Math (O Level) or Grade D in Math AS/A Level, or Math Placement Test (30%) |
French |
10 out of 20 | EMSAT Math 600, or Score 10 in Math, or Math Placement Test (30%) |
Pakistan/India |
60% overall | EMSAT Math 600, or Minimum 60% in Math, or Math Placement Test (30%) |
International Baccalaureate |
24 points | EMSAT Math 600, or Minimum 4 in IB HL/SL Math, or Math Placement Test (30%) |
Psychology Admission Requirement
Students should sit for Math placement test or present EMSAT-Math score to register relevant Math subjects.
Curriculum |
Required Score |
UAE |
Elite: 65% Advanced 70% General: 70% |
American |
70% overall SAT 1 Math 450 or EMSAT-Math 500 (Equivalency requirement) |
British |
5 IGCSE (C grade) and 2 As or 1 A level (D grade) Completion of Grade 12/ Year 13 Overall equivalent score 70% |
French |
10 out of 20 |
Pakistan/India |
60% overall |
International Baccalaureate |
24 points |
The bachelor's degree programs offered at RIT Dubai are rigorous and require a solid academic foundation. The programs will be taught in English, and applicants will be required to have basic competency in the English language.
Test Type |
Full Admission |
Conditional Admission |
Academic IELTS | Overall 6.5 | Overall 5.0 |
TOEFL ITP | 550 | 500 |
TOEFL IBT | 79 | 61 |
EmSAT - English | 1550 | 1100 |
You will be placed in the following English courses based on your English test score.
Test Type |
ELCA 062
|
UWRT 100
|
UWRT 150
|
Academic IELTS | 5.0 - 5.5 | 6.0 - 6.5 | 7.0+ |
TOEFL ITP | 500 - 547 | 550 - 583 | 587+ |
TOEFL IBT | 61 - 78 | 79 - 93 | 94+ |
EmSAT - English | 1100 - 1375 | 1400 - 1650 | 1675+ |
RIT Course | NA | C in ELCA 062 | C- on UWRT 100 |
Note: Home Based TOEFL Test or IELTS Indicator are not recognized at RIT Dubai.
I have received the conditional admission offer, what’s next?
You need to sign the intent to enroll form and then reserve your seat by paying the enrollment deposit fee.
How can I apply for a scholarship?
After you get accepted at RIT, you will be receiving the scholarship form via email along with the admission letter. Please fill the scholarship form and share it back with your admission counselor.
Once I get enrolled at RIT, what should I do next?
Once you get enrolled, you will be receiving the placement test registration link via email. You can do the test online or on-campus depending on the availability of the exam. we advise you to clear the placement test at the earliest possible.
I haven’t done well in the placement exam; will I be able to join RIT?
Yes, you will be able to join and you will be placed in the relevant course subject to your score.
I have cleared my placement tests and I want to register in classes, how can I do that?
Before course registration, you need to make sure that you have met the requirements mentioned in your admission letter.
How can I apply for an equivalency certificate?
Once your documents get attested, please visit the Ministry of education website and apply online.
What does an equivalency certificate mean?
The equivalency certificate is an official document that gets issued by the UAE Ministry of Education. It’s required for international curriculums such as American, Cambridge, IB, CBSE board etc.
Do I need to attest my documents?
Yes, you do need to attest your high school transcripts from the following:
School located inside Dubai: KHDA
School located inside Abu Dhabi: ADEK
School located inside Sharjah: SPEA
if you have graduated from a different city, please visit the Ministry of education.
I am an international student, what attestations I need to do?
Please refer to the attestation process sheet shared by the admissions department.
I am an international student, should I have the equivalency certificate to start my first semester?
International students are given one semester to apply and submit their equivalency certificate to the admissions department.
I have cleared my placement tests and submitted all the documents to the admissions, what’s next?
You will be able to meet your advisor and have your classes registered.
Who is my advisor?
Ellen Yang (ewycad@rit.edu)
BS Mechanical Engineering
BS Psychology
BS Computing Security
Nataliia Gromyk (ng1cad@rit.edu)
BS Business (all programs)
BS Computing Security
Mohannad Samman (mascad@rit.edu)
BS Computing and Information Technologies
BS Computing Security
Hashem Saleh (hxscad1@rit.edu)
BS Electrical Engineering
BS Industrial Engineering
BS Computing Security
My final grade sheet will be delayed and I will have it after the first day of classes, what should I do?
No worries, connect with Mahmoud Wadi from Admissions.
I haven’t done the EmSAT, what should I do?
Please register for the EmSAT test at the earliest.
EmSAT exams are full, what should I do?
Please inform your admission counselor, we will be able to provide you with other equivalent tests/options.
I failed to meet my conditional admission requirement, what should I do?
Please inform your admission counselor, and think of resetting the subject/s that you have failed
I want to change my major, is that possible?
Changing major is allowed once during the admission stage. Please contact your Admission Counselor to check your eligibility for other programs.
I joined a major, and I didn’t like it after the first semester. Can I change my major?
Yes, please contact your academic advisor to check your eligibility.
I want to apply for housing, what should I do?
Please click here to explore your options.
Do you offer transportation? How much does it cost?
Yes, we do offer transportation to different cities in the Emirates. Please click here to explore your options.
Who should I contact if I need more information or adjust my class schedule?
Please contact your Academic Advisor.
How long does the student visa process take?
If you have submitted all visa requirements, it will take 2-4 working weeks depending on the Immigration Office processing time which RIT Dubai has no control over. You will receive another email once your Entry Visa is ready along with information on the next steps. Mr. Muhammad Tahir mxtcad1@rit.edu will be the relevant person to contact for updates.
Do I need medical insurance?
Yes, all students should have medical insurance. Please click here to find all the relevant information.
I am a special needs student; can you admit me?
We do have special needs students on campus. Please submit the SNA form online for review. Once it’s reviewed, we will inform you about the decision.
I am having a problem with my student account, who should I contact?
Please contact the IT department at dubaiservicedesk@rit.edu.
Admission office hours:
Monday - Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Friday 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Alternatively you can call us on +971-4-371-2000 or email us at dubai@rit.edu
The master degree programs offered at RIT Dubai are highly selective and all candidates must meet the admission standards for the program they wish to enter. Final admission decisions are made by the RIT Graduate Department in Rochester, NY. The minimum requirements for admission are outlined below.
An application for admission is available online
Application Deadline:
Fall Semester:
Early Admission Phase: Until March 31st
Application deadline: August 22nd
Spring Semester:
Early Admission phase: Until Nov 15th
Application deadline: January 2nd
Bachelor Degree
Applicants should hold or currently be completing, a bachelor degree, or the U.S. equivalent granted by an accredited college or university. Original transcripts must be submitted to RIT for evaluation with a certified English translation of transcripts where required.
Academic Performance
Applicants should satisfy the standard RIT requirements for the academic performance of approximately a 'B' grade average (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) in undergraduate studies. Applicants with GPAs below 3.0 may get offered conditional admission to the graduate programs.
Undergraduate Pre-requisites
Applicants should meet all appropriate undergraduate pre-requisites:
Candidates for the Engineering master’s programs should have an undergraduate bachelor’s degree in the same discipline of engineering, or an area closely related to the discipline they wish to study.
Candidates for the MS Service Leadership and Innovation program should have a solid educational or employment record in any field upon admission evaluation.
Experience
Applicants must submit a resume (curriculum vitae) to demonstrate professional work experience in the desired area of study.
English Language Proficiency
All applicants to the master's degree programs are required to meet the English language requirement for graduate study at RIT by completing one of the following:
Submit an official score of EMSAT with a minimum score of 1550. A score of 1400 is acceptable for professional studies programs.
Students who have completed undergraduate education in an English-medium institution might be allowed admission into a graduate program without demonstrating TOEFL score of 550 (or equivalent). This exemption can be applicable only to those students who undertook all their schooling (K-12) plus a Bachelor’s degree in English in a reference English speaking country (e.g. UK, USA, Australia, New Zealand).
Please feel free to contact an Admissions Counselor at +971-4-3712000 or email dubai@rit.edu for further questions on the english requirements.
Applicants who are not citizens or permanent residents of UAE may need to apply for a visa to study at RIT Dubai. We will contact you with more information about visa requirements and procedures once you submit your application for admission.
To apply, submit the following to RIT Dubai:
An application for admission available online
Resume of your work experience (curriculum vitae)
Official, original academic transcripts in the native language
Official certified English translation (where necessary)
Two letters of recommendation
Official TOEFL or IELTS score
Passport copy and Emirates ID (if in the UAE)
A Personal Statement describing your educational objectives. Your statement should be approximately 500 words in an essay format in a Word document
You may wish to address:
Why you are applying for the degree you have chosen;
How your degree program will relate to your long-term career objectives;
What personal or ‘non-academic’ qualities you will contribute to the learning environment in your program;
What prior experience you have with respect to your chosen program;
Specify why you want to attend the RIT Dubai program.
Following submission of your documentation, an admission counselor will schedule an admissions interview with you either in person or on the phone/Skype, as per your convenience.
Please note that only after all your supporting documents have been submitted, your complete application will be forwarded to the Graduate Department Committee in Rochester, the U.S.A. for an admission decision.
RIT Dubai is currently accepting applications for Spring (January) and Fall (August intake)
Students are encouraged to apply as early as to be considered for admission and guarantee a seat in the program.
Applications and all supporting documentation should be submitted directly to RIT Dubai.
Only after all the supporting documents have been submitted, then complete applications will be forwarded to the Graduate Department Committee in Rochester, the U.S.A. for an admission decision.
Students will be notified of the admission decision in a timely manner after their application is complete.
Students should contact RIT Dubai for information regarding their application status directly at dubai@rit.edu or +971-4-3712000.
I have received the conditional admission offer, what’s next?
You need to sign the intent to enroll form and then reserve your seat by paying the enrollment deposit fee.
How can I apply for a scholarship?
After you get accepted at RIT, you will be receiving the scholarship form via email along with the admission letter. Please fill the scholarship form and share it back with your admission counselor.
Once I get enrolled at RIT, what should I do next?
You need to submit or clear any admission requirements before class registration.
Is the equivalency certificate required for UAE graduates?
The equivalency certificate is not needed if you have graduated from a university located in UAE, just attest your documents from the Ministry of Education.
What does an equivalency certificate mean?
The equivalency certificate is an official document that gets issued by the UAE Ministry of Education. It’s required for international students only who completed their undergraduate degrees outside UAE.
Should I attest to my university degree and transcript?
Yes, all students are required to attest their undergraduate documents except government university graduates (UAEU, HCT, Zayed University, and Khalifa University). If still need to show your original documents to the Admissions Office.
Can I start my studies without the attestations?
All students are required to submit an attested university transcript and degree before the study starts.
Who should I contact if I need more information or adjust my class schedule?
Please contact your academic advisor
Who is my advisor?
Ellen Yang (ewycad@rit.edu)
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering Management
Service Leadership and Innovation
Nataliia Gromyk (ng1cad@rit.edu)
Computing Security
Mohannad Samman (mascad@rit.edu)
Data Analytics
Electrical Engineering
Smart Cities
Future Foresight and Planning
How long does the student visa process take?
If you have submitted all visa requirements, it will take 2-4 working weeks depending on the Immigration Office processing time which RIT Dubai has no control over. You will receive another email once your Entry Visa is ready along with information on the next steps. Mr. Muhammad Tahir mxtcad1@rit.edu will be the relevant person to contact for updates.
I am a special needs student; can you admit me?
We do have special needs students on campus. Please submit the SNA form online for review. Once it’s reviewed, we will inform you about the decision.
I am having a problem with my student account, who should I contact?
Please contact the IT department at dubaiservicedesk@rit.edu.
Admission office hours:
Monday - Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Friday 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Alternatively you can call us on +971-4-371-2000 or email us at dubai@rit.edu
If you are a transfer student, a transfer credit evaluation will be completed as part of your application process. Credit is granted by the relevant academic department for coursework that is related to your intended program if it is taken at a regionally accredited college or university. Usually, a grade of ‘C’ or above is required for transfer credit to be awarded.
A minimum of 50% of coursework needs to be completed at RIT in the program that will grant your Baccalaureate degree. A matriculated undergraduate student's year level is determined by the number of credit hours they have earned (not including course work in progress).
Graduate
Only 2 Graduate courses can be transferred into RIT Dubai.
Credits can only be transferred for courses relevant to the degree that provide equivalent learning outcomes and in which the student earned a grade B of B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or better.
TOEFL/IELTS requirements must have been met.
An attested transcript of Bachelor Degree must be submitted.
Course description matching RIT curriculum outcome must be submitted.
Undergraduate
You must have completed 12 years of schooling and meet the freshman admission requirement.
The university from which you are transferring must be accredited by the Ministry of Education – Higher Education Affairs, or approved and stamped by the Ministry in the case of international institutions.
You should have a GPA of not less than 2.0, otherwise, a certificate of understanding is required between RIT Dubai and your transferring institution, and other restrictions may apply.
Your courses' should be above C to transfer, and if not included in the RIT Dubai curriculum, they must be assessed by an academic advisor.
If your IELTS test score has expired you will be required to re-sit the exam.
Good to Know
If you wish to apply to transfer credits from another institution, the following criteria must be met:
You must have completed 12 years of schooling and meet the freshman admission requirement.
The university from which you are transferring must be accredited by the Ministry of Education – Higher Education Affairs, or approved and stamped by the Ministry in the case of international institutions.
You should have a GPA of not less than 2.0, otherwise, a certificate of understanding is required between RIT Dubai and your transferring institution, and other restrictions may apply.
Your courses' should be above C to transfer, and if not included in the RIT Dubai curriculum, they must be assessed by an academic advisor.
A transfer credit evaluation is completed as part of the application process. Credit is granted by the academic departments for coursework that is related to your intended program if it is taken at a regionally accredited college or university. Usually, a grade of "C" or better is required for transfer credit to be awarded. A minimum of 50% of coursework needs to be completed at RIT in the college granting the Baccalaureate degree candidates. A matriculated undergraduate student's year level is determined by the number of credit hours the student has earned. (This does not include coursework in progress.)
We like to encourage students to apply early to be considered for admission and get guaranteed a seat in the program. We understand you would like to transfer your credits to RIT Dubai. This process could take time, therefore, please work on sending the below documents as fast as you can to make sure we can guarantee you admissions and be able to review your transcript by letting you know how many credits we can transfer. Please find below three admissions deadlines to make sure you don't miss the deadline.
To apply for admission, submit the following to RIT Dubai:
University transcript (a copy can be submitted for now, but please note that we will need your original/official transcript for the credits once they are reviewed to be then counted) Please note that we cannot confirm that all credits will be transferred as we will need to first review your transcript and then determine which subjects we will transfer.
Course Description including all courses completed with description for review.
English language exams (TOEFL iBT 79 Score, TOEFL Paper Based 550, or IELTS 6.5), if you do not meet these requirements, you can be considered for our English Language Center.
Application Essay: The personal essay is one of the most important parts of this application. Your essay will show us how you think and how you write and it will help our admission committee get to know you better as a person and as a student. Please write an essay (500 words) in English on only one of the topics listed below.
Choose one:
Evaluate a significant experience, achievement, risk you have taken, or ethical dilemma you have faced and its impact on you.
Describe a character in fiction, a historical figure, or a creative work (as in art, music, science, etc.) that has had an influence on you, and explain that influence.
A range of academic interests, personal perspectives, and life experiences adds much to the educational mix. Given your personal background, describe an experience that illustrates what you would bring to the university community.
An admission counselor will be scheduling an admissions interview in person or on the phone and or Skype per your convenience.
For all students:
If applying as a native English speaker or non-native English speaker, regardless of your curriculum, or country in which you are from, as RIT Dubai is now accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education, it is a requirement for all students to complete:
TOEFL or IELTS exam
SAT is optional but recommended for scholarship qualification
TOEFL Requirement
All students are expected to meet the TOEFL or IELTS requirements for admissions as per the chart below:
Test Type Minimum Score for Admission Consideration Score for Conditional Admission Consideration & UAE Ministry Requirement
Internet Based TOEFL (iBT) 79 61-78
Paper Based TOEFL 550 500-547
Computer Based TOEFL 213 173-210
IELTS 6.5 5.0
The bachelor's degree programs offered at RIT Dubai are rigorous and require a solid academic foundation. The programs will be taught in English, and applicants will be required to have basic competency in the English language. All students applying for admission must hold, or be currently completing a high school diploma or degree, or the U.S. equivalent.
RIT Dubai currently offers majors in three different areas of study: Business, Computing, and Engineering. While these academic programs are all designed to offer a broad base of academic courses and practical experiences, the high school preparation that is expected for each may differ. For example, success in prerequisite mathematics and science courses will be required for the engineering and computing programs. Interested students who do not have the prerequisites for a particular major may be considered for conditional admission and be required to successfully complete prerequisite courses before beginning in the major. Math and Physics placement exams will be required for all freshman students to take at the start of the semester. This will help determine which level each student fits in to be able to place in the right course within the program. All Engineering and Computing students are required to take a Math and Physics placement exam, and all Business majors are required to take a Math placement exam.
RIT Dubai Open Day!
Visit RIT Dubai for personalized assistance and campus tours.
30th of September, 2023
12:00 p.m. - 03:00 p.m.
Admission office hours:
Monday - Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Alternatively you can call us on +971-4-371-2000 or email us at dubaiadmission@rit.edu
Click on the respective links below to view the Tuition Fees:
Tuition Fees |
AED |
USD |
Bachelor Tuition (per year) |
68,000 |
18,516 |
Introduction to Academic English (per semester) |
9,975 |
2,716 |
Pre-University Physics (per semester) |
4,960 |
1,351 |
Pre-University Algebra (per semester) |
4,960 |
1,351 |
Pre-University Arabic (per semester) |
4,960 |
1,351 |
Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (total program tuition) |
117,000 |
31,858 |
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (total program tuition) |
117,000 |
31,858 |
Master of Engineering in Engineering Management (total program tuition) |
129,000 |
35,126 |
Master of Science in Service Leadership & Innovation (total program tuition) |
128,700 |
35,044 |
Master of Science in Professional Studies: Smart Cities (total program tuition) |
143,550 |
39,088 |
Master of Science in Professional Studies: Data Analytics (total program tuition) |
128,700 |
35,044 |
Master of Science in Professional Studies: Future Foresight and Planning (total program tuition) |
128,700 |
35,044 |
Master of Science in Computing Security (total program tuition) |
117,000 |
31,858 |
Other Fees Per Year |
AED | USD |
Housing (Single) |
38,000 |
10,347 |
Housing (Sharing/Double) |
19,000 |
5,174 |
Housing Deposit (non - refundable & credited towards housing fee) |
1,500 |
408 |
Visa Fee (Includes AED 2,500 refundable deposit - including 5% VAT) |
5,300 |
1,443 |
Visa Status Change Inside Country |
1,890 |
515 |
Transportation (depending on location - for detailed information: click here) |
From 1,810 |
From 493 |
Health Insurance (subject to change - including 5% VAT) |
3,150 / 6,000 |
858 / 1,634 |
Books (average per semester) |
500 |
136 |
Enrollment Deposit for Admission (non-refundable & credited towards tuition) |
2,500 |
681 |
Yearly Visa Renewal (including 5% VAT) |
1,750 |
477 |
Visa Cancellation (including 5% VAT) |
525 |
143 |
Graduation Fee (including 5% VAT) |
600 |
163 |
Math/Physics Placement Test (including 5% VAT) |
210 |
57 |
Student Activity Fee |
500 |
136 |
Lab. Fee Per Course |
860 |
234 |
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$1.00 USD = AED 3.6725
Cheque (AED) cheques are payable to 'RIT Dubai FZE'
Cash (AED only)
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Bank Transfer (AED) details are stated below
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Bank Transfer (AED)
Account Name: RIT Dubai FZE
Bank Name: EMIRATES-NBD
Branch: Dubai Silicon Oasis
Account Number: 1102425560201
SWIFT Code: EBILAEAD
IBAN Code: AE390260001102425560201
Finance Department Contact:
Ms. Dina Haidar - Finance Officer
Email: dubaiar@rit.edu
Main: +971 4 371 2000
FAX: +971 4 320 8819
Email: dubai@rit.edu
As an RIT student/Almuni, you can be rewarded for sharing your RIT experience with a co-worker, family member, or friend who might be interested in one of our programs. The Student Referral Program offers a range of incentives, from scholarships to cash payments, when you refer one or more students to RIT Dubai.
To benefit, you should ensure that you complete the referral form before Enquiry or application stage. (T&C Apply)
Eligible students will receive an email indicating that they have been qualified for a referral incentive.
If you’ve got any questions or want to know more about the referral program, visit the Enrollment department.
RIT Dubai’s Admissions Office strongly believes in ensuring that highly motivated and academically strong students are rewarded for their efforts and achievements. Additionally, RIT Dubai scholarships encourage students to excel in their course work and become valuable participants in extracurricular and community activities. The goals and objectives of RIT Dubai scholarships and financial aid are to:
Attract students with outstanding academic achievements through a merit-based scholarship incentive.
Support student success and promote academic excellence throughout the student’s course of study by extending scholarships to current students.
Provide an opportunity to qualified students with financial constraints to fulfill their ambition of joining RIT Dubai by providing necessary financial aid.
Prospective students can apply for a scholarship after being accepted in RIT Dubai. Current students can apply for a scholarship at the end of each academic year. All awards are valid for one academic year for undergraduate students and one semester for graduate students. All awards are re-evaluated each year based on the student’s academic performance and any demonstrated leadership role in extracurricular activities or competitions that have significantly impacted the UAE or the global landscape and produced a positive image of RIT Dubai and its programs.
Students are encouraged to apply for multiple scholarship options. However, please bear in mind that graduate and undergraduate students will be allocated the most beneficial scholarships; this will consist of only 1 option from section A and 1 option from section B.
Academic Scholarship:
This award grants up to 45% scholarship to students with an exceptional academic background based on their high school percentage. As illustrated in the table below:
High School Percentage |
Scholarship Awarded |
80% - 84.99% |
5% |
85% - 89.99% |
15% |
90% - 94.99% |
25% |
95% - 97.99% |
35% |
> 98% |
45% |
Dean's Scholarship Awarded:
An initiative that grants a limited number of students a 30% scholarship based on their academic grades in the related fields of study. To qualify for this award, student’s grades will be assessed based on the following courses:
Department |
Relevant Courses |
Engineering |
Maths / Physics / Chemistry |
Computing |
ICT / Computer Sciences / Maths |
Business |
Business Studies / Economics / Accounting / English |
Tiger Journey Scholarship:
An initiative that grants a limited number of students (50 Seats) a 20% flat scholarship on the tuition fees for the entire program. To qualify for this award, student’s will be assessed based on the following:
Predicted grades of 90% and above.
Meeting English Language requirements.
Passing the required placement tests.
Note: Tiger Journey Scholarship can’t be joined with any scholarship from section B
Athletics Scholarship:
At RIT Dubai, we recognize the importance of athletics and are pleased to announce scholarships up to 50% for academic achievers who are athletically talented. Students can apply for the athletic scholarship if they play one of the below-mentioned sports:
Soccer
Volleyball
Cricket
Basketball
The following documents must be submitted with the scholarship application:
Submit videos of your most recent game
A document that has your history as a player, strengths, past successes, and athletic skills
Reference letter from coach/PE teacher
Register for a team online
For more information on how to apply, please contact the Student Affairs office at dubaistudentaffairs@rit.edu. Click here for FAQ.
Corporate Scholarship:
We offer scholarships up to 30% for students associated with many companies and organizations. For more information regarding the specific companies and organizations, please contact the admissions office at dubaiadmission@rit.edu or call +971-4-3712000.
Financial Aid:
RIT Dubai offers financial aid up to 45% to students who need financial assistance to be able to attend RIT Dubai. Financial aid packages are awarded based on financial need and include reviewing the applicant’s financial status. Below mentioned documents are required:
Stamped bank statement/s (last 6 months)
Salary certificate/s
Rental contract
Fees for any siblings in High School or University
Passport and visa page copies of all family members
Any additional supporting documents (medical and/or other expenses if any)
Section - B:
Extracurricular Achievement Scholarship:
This award is granted to students with exceptional extracurricular achievements (e.g. drama, music, chess) during their time at school. Outstanding extracurricular achievement offers a 5% scholarship and is the primary criteria for this scholarship. To qualify for this scholarship, the student should give evidence of their participation and leadership in an activity or activities which demonstrate outstanding ability, initiative, and dedication.
Sibling Discount:
A student whose sibling is concurrently enrolled at RIT Dubai can receive a discount on their tuition fees. This discount is in addition to any merit-based scholarships awarded and is evaluated for applicability on a term-by-term basis. Rental contract Fees for any siblings in High School or University Passport and visa page copies of all family members Any additional supporting documents (medical and/or other expenses if any).
Number of Siblings |
Discount |
1 |
5% |
2 |
10% |
3 |
15% |
4 or more |
20% |
Alumni Sibling Discount:
Alumni whose sibling is enrolled at RIT Dubai can receive a discount of 5%.
Teaching Assistantship:
RIT Dubai offers graduate students a chance to work alongside professors from specific departments, where they will be assisting the chair of departments in academic-related tasks. This grants the selected students up to 50% scholarship and the opportunity to learn and develop their career by taking up responsibilities and fulfilling the job requirements of a teaching assistant. This scholarship is limited and assesses each applicant on an individual basis.
Academic Scholarship:
RIT Dubai offers academic scholarships up to 30% for students with excellent academic records based on their cumulative GPA of Undergraduate degree. This scholarship will be given based on the criteria mentioned below:
CGPA of Undergraduate Degree |
Scholarship Value |
3.0 - 3.4 |
10% |
≥ 3.4 |
20% |
≥ 3.6 |
30% |
Corporate Scholarship:
For more information regarding the specific companies and organizations, please contact the admission department at dubaiadmission@rit.edu or call us at +97143712000.
Alumni Scholarship:
All RIT Undergraduate students wishing to continue their Graduate studies at RIT Dubai are eligible for a 30% scholarship.
Executive Experience Award:
This award grants qualified graduate students with scholarships up to 10% based on their years of full-time relevant work experience in their area of study and who have demonstrated considerable achievements in their field. The primary criterion for this award is outstanding work experience in a related field of study. To qualify for this scholarship:
Applicants must summarize their experience, including title, job description, and projects, and explain how this experience relates to and will help them succeed in their program.
Financial Aid:
RIT Dubai offers financial aid up to 10% to students who need financial assistance to be able to attend RIT Dubai. Financial aid packages are awarded based on financial need and include reviewing the applicant’s financial status. Below mentioned documents are required:
Stamped bank statement/s (last 6 months)
Salary certificate(s)
Our scholarships are competitive and require students to maintain excellent academic performance. For details and application, please contact Admissions Office or email dubai@rit.edu or call +971-4-371-2000.
If the scholarship application is, the application will not be considered for evaluation by the scholarship committee.
The above scholarship & financial aid scheme applies to students joining RIT Dubai in Fall 2021 and is not applicable for current RIT Dubai students.
The above scholarship & financial aid scheme applies to the Dubai campus only.
Scholarships including financial aid are capped at 30% during the study abroad term, i.e., New York, Zagreb, Dubrovnik, Kosovo, China.
To be applicable for Scholarship, undergraduate students must register for a minimum of 12 credit hours and graduate students must register for a minimum of 6 credit hours.
Financial Aid is valid for one Academic year only and students can re-apply to continue with their Financial Aid. (only 45% of Financial Aid will be evaluated every semester).
Students applying for Corporate scholarships must have a minimum of 6 months’ membership to be eligible.
The scholarship & Bursary percentages are capped to 50%.
Scholarship amount & conditions are strictly confidential and cannot be disclosed to anyone except those who have been mentioned in the information release form. Any breach of confidentiality can lead to your scholarship being revoked.