empowering women to change the world

ARABWOMENUNIVERSITY

EMPOWERING WOMENTO CHANGE THE WORLD

www.arabwomenuniversity.com

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Introduction

Dean's Message

The AWU Advantage

International Accreditation

Educational Philosophy

Faculty Members

Academic Offerings

Academic Excellence

Student Support

AWU Scholarship

Financial Assistance

Studying at AWU

Student & Alumni Services

A dynamic women’s university, educating students to lead and influence, Arab Women University prepares students to make a difference in their professions, their communities and the world.

Arab Women University is committed to the development of women. Through study, practice and life experience, Arab Women University provides women opportunities to enrich the knowledge, refine the skills and clarify the attitudes essential for responsible action.

Empowering Leaders of Tomorrow

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A Message from the Dean On behalf of Arab Women University, I welcome you to a university that empowers you to lead the world through quality education online.

At Arab Women University, we believe the academic experience you gain should do more than provide a degree. It should prepare women to become the leaders of tomorrow—in their field and in their community.

From athletics to student groups to academic centers and students' undergraduate senior tutorials, Arab Women University's women are encouraged to explore their passions, ask questions, and work with others to achieve their goals.

At Arab Women University, we strive to be a leader in the internationalization of education. Because as the world becomes more interrelated, we have an opportunity to better prepare our students for our evolving world.

BELIEVING IN EMPOWERINGWOMEN TO CHANGE THE WORLD!

JANE BECKERDEAN, ARAB WOMEN UNIVERSITY

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The AWU Advantage

With new technologies and the emerging international marketplace offering more opportunities to connect, Arab Women University empowers the women in the

Middle East to be the change and lead their nation forward with quality education.

Arab Women University develops a strong knowledge base in students through a world-class faculty. It offers a broad range of affordable degree, diploma and

certificate programs online.

1,021 SCHOLARSHIPSAWARDED

875 SUCCESSFULPHD GRADUATES

125 NEW FACULTYMEMBERS HIRED

71 INTERNATIONALLY ACCREDITED MAJORS

16 DISTINCTSCHOOLS

5,000+ GRADUATESIN 2013

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International Accreditation

Arab Women University is an internationally accredited online university that gives global recognition to our educational standards. The accreditation by renowned accreditation bodies is a sign that Arab Women University has maintained international standardsof online education.

All the degree, certificate and diploma programs provided by Arab Women University are accredited. It’s an achievement for AWU to be recognized as an accredited online university as it is a mark of quality and supremacy and signifies legality.

Arab Women University has been internationally accredited by the following renowned accrediting bodies:

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Arab Accreditation Council (AAC)Global Accreditation Board for Distance Learning (GABDL)International Accreditation Board for Engineering & Technology Education (IABETE)Association for Accreditation of Business Schools & Programs (AABSP)Gulf Engineering Council (Gulf EC)

Educational Philosophy

We strive to meet the demands of working adult students seekingquality education by providing them a chance to earn an accreditedand recognized college degree. We offer students a highly flexible andaccessible education, taught by qualified and experiencededucationists and industry experts associated with top-rankedinstitutions of the world.

We have a simple and easy admission process that allows students tostudy in a highly �flexible and hassle-free way. Our virtual classroomscan be accessed in several regions of the world.

Accessibility to Higher Education

Flexible Class Schedules

Our talented faculty consisting of leading scholars and industry experts are drawn from the best learning centers around the world, who help students achieve at the highest scholarly levels and prepare them for positions of leadership through their comprehensive andintellectually stimulating curricula.

Faculty Comprising Scholars and Industry Experts

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We offer �flexible class schedules instead of a semester or quarter timeframe. This means you can get started right away and enroll at Arab Women University at any time of the year.

Industry Leaders As Faculty Members Arab Women University has some of the world's best faculty members on its panel. These faculty members are working professionals who have extensive knowledge of their respective �fields.

All of our faculty members are dedicated teachers with passion to instill the knowledge they have learned through their experience.

Their excellent academic and professional background allowsthem to conduct stimulating and productive online sessions. They will be your perfect guide and will take you to your success, both in the classroom and in your career.

At Arab Women University, the students’ learning is our first priority. The faculty and support staff� at AWU take every step to ensure the overall success of all of our students. The students are exposed to a variety of online learning material and are engaged in their online courses.

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Academic Offerings

Programs Offered

Arab Women University in pursuit of finding the leaders of tomorrow, is diligent in offering its students the most versatile, current and persistently evolving programs.

Currently, we are providing accredited and affordable doctorate, masters, bachelors, associate, diploma and certificate programs in 16 departments and 71 majors. Six, of sixteen departments offer exclusive programs that no other online university offers to its students.

Under the guidance of our mission, all of our departments are in the constant process of updating and evolving our curriculum, in order to give their students the greatest return on their educational investments.

All degree, diploma and certificate programs offered at Arab Women University are internationally accredited. Millions of students around the world are benefitting from our accredited and globally recognized academic programs.

Degree Programs

Associate DegreeBachelor’s DegreeMaster’s DegreeDoctorate Degree

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Diploma Programs

Undergraduate DiplomaGraduate Diploma

Certificate Programs

Undergraduate Course CertificateUndergraduate CertificateGraduate Course CertificateGraduate Certificate

Achieving Academic Excellence Through Our Programs

Arab Women University offers 1,100 accredited programs in 16 �fields of study. All of these departments designed and developed according to the modern trends and needs of the current and future economies. Such a diversifed academic profile of AWU allows students to pursue their education in whichever field they desire.

Featured Schools

Renowed Schools

Business & ManagementComputer Science & Information TechnologySocial ServiceLaw & Legal StudiesEducation

EngineeringPerforming ArtsApplied ArtsSocial SciencesOccupational Safety & Fire SciencesPsychology

NursingPolitical Science & Public AdministrationCriminal JusticePsychologyHealth Sciences

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Your enrollment advisor will talk you through the entire admission process and answer all your questions about programs, fees, financial assistance and everything you need to do before you begin your classes. She/He will also give you relevant information about transfer of educational and prior learning credits. Together, you and your advisor will create an educational plan that will help you earn your degree according to your own terms.

Your academic advisor will be available for you throughout your association with Arab Women University. She/He will not only help you select your courses, but will also activate the online classrooms and schedule your classes. Additionally, he will act as a �financial advisor, telling you everything you need to know about the �financial options available to you, including scholarship, grants, fee payment options and other services.

A career advisor will be available to you if you decide to benefit from career services. The advisor will help enhance your employability by helping you draft your resume, build your professional network, give you interview tips, improve your salary negotiation skills and much more! Additionally, he will also keep you updated about the job vacancies available in your preferred region through job posting.

ENROLLMENT ADVISOR ACADEMIC ADVISOR CAREER ADVISOR

Student Support Available 24/7

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In collaboration with Working Adults Learning Association (WALA), Arab Women University offers financial scholarship to its students. This scholarship is awarded on need and/or merit basis. Students who qualify for the Arab Women Scholarship Program can complete their academic program in as low as $1699.

If you want to study from one of the best online universities globally without being burdened by the �financial aspects, you may apply for this scholarship. Those considered eligible for the scholarship include veterans, military officials, job seekers, home school students and working adults.

1. You can express your interest in availing scholarship when you apply.

2. Specify the category for which you qualify. For example, if you are a working adult, select that option when asked.

3. Complete your admission formalities.

If you qualify for the scholarship, you will be notified in your program overview and also through email. Your scholarship amount will

also be communicated to you in your personalised student's area..

AWU Scholarship Program

How can you apply?

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Fee Reduction Methods:

Arab Women University offers the facility of transferring credits to students so that they can continue their education with with flexibility and complete their degree in time.

CREDIT TRANSFER FACILITY

Arab Women University gives you the opportunity of turning your life experience into college credits through our Prior Learning Assessment process. Professional training, such as seminars and courses provided by employers may be eligible for PLA. Licenses, certificates and transcripts from colleges and institutions may also be eligible.

Your employer has the option of paying your tuition fee directly and he can ask you to make the initial payment, reimbursing you at the end of the semester, or after you have received your grades. In any case, if your employer decides to help you with your tuition fees then we can prepare your case for this benefit through our consultant.

ACADEMIC ADVISOR EMPLOYER TUITION REIMBURSEMENT

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Haniya Al-AsadMA in Media Sciences

Financial AssistanceArab Women University is driven by its sole mission to provide low cost and high quality education to students across the globe. Our well-structured, well thought-out fee plans and outstanding education enable people from all walks of life to acquire quality education irrespective of their �financial and geographical constraints.

To help you pursue your degree with ease, Arab Women University has introduced two fee payments options. Using these options, you can pay your program fees according to your budget.

Complete Fee PaymentOption:

Fee Payment in 2Installments:

To minimize your �financial burden you can benefit from our complete fee payment option. If you pay the fees for your program at once, you will get a discount of up to 14.5%.

You can choose to pay your full fee in 2 easy installments. Using this option will entitle you to a 7% discount on your full program fee.

Scholarship from Arab Women University has

made it easier for me to complete my Masters

degree. Now I can achieve my career goals more

effieciently.

Fee Payment Options“

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MORE THAN 1,100PROGRAMS TOCHOOSE FROM

FREE STUDY MATERIAL

EASY TRANSFERABILITYOF CREDIT HOURS

INDUSTRY RESPONSIVE COURSE CONTENT

STUDENT CONSULTANTS AVAILABLE 24/7

INTERNATIONALLYACCREDITED DEGREE

PROGRAMS

Fast Facts AboutArab Women University

Student & Alumni Services

Arab Women University offers extensive student and alumni services. These services are designed keeping in view the requirements of working adults, allowing them to study withflexibility and ease.

Arab Women University takes pride in offering the most comprehensive student and alumni services. The student services, designed keeping in mind the requirements of our current students, allow them to study with complete ease. Our alumni services help our alumni to stay connected with us as we assist them in enhancing their career opportunities. availablity and easy accessibility of the services to all the students is one of the main reasons why Arab Women University is the first choice of working adults across the globe.

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As a student at Arab Women University you get access to our personalized student area where you can pay your remaining tuition fee, manage your courses, attend your classes and avail our wide range of support services. Through the area you can also apply for credit transfer and prior learning credits.

As part of our student support services, Arab Women University provides an education verification service which assures our students that their degree, certificate and diploma program will receive international recognition. We can verify your documents through phone, email and fax. We can even post them on your desired address.

As soon as you graduate, you will be provided complete access to your personalized alumni area. It will help you stay connected with Arab Women University and enjoy our exceptional services including career, verification, apostile and consultancy services.

Personalized Student Area

Student Services

Educational Verification

Services

PersonalizedAlumni Area

ARABWOMENUNIVERSITY

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