American University of Afghanistan (AUAF)

 Description:

The American University of Afghanistan (AUAF) is a private, not-for-profit institution of higher education established in 2004. It is situated in Kabul, Afghanistan, and aims to provide modern, global-standard education to Afghan students. AUAF is committed to empowering rising leaders with knowledge, skills, and agency to shape their individual and collective futures.

 Programs:

AUAF offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields, including:

Undergraduate Programs:

• Business Administration (BBA)
• Computer Science (BSCS)
• Cyber Security (BSCS)
• Economics (BA)
• English Language and Literature (BA)
• Journalism and Mass Communication (BA)
• Law (LLB)
• Political Science (BA)
• Sociology (BA)

Graduate Programs:

• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Master of Arts in International Relations (MAIR)

 Scholarships:

AUAF provides a range of scholarships to support students financially. These scholarships are based on academic merit, financial need, and leadership potential. Scholarships include:

• AUAF Merit Scholarships
• AUAF Need-Based Scholarships
• AUAF Leadership Scholarships

 Cost:

The cost of attendance at AUAF varies depending on the program and student’s residency status. However, AUAF strives to make education accessible to all qualified students by offering scholarships and financial aid options.

Admission Timeline:

The admission timeline for AUAF typically follows this schedule:

• Fall Semester: Applications open in January and close in May
• Spring Semester: Applications open in August and close in December

Admission Requirements for National and International Students:

National Students:

• Completed high school diploma with a minimum GPA of 2.5
• Successful completion of AUAF’s English Language Placement Test (ELPT)
• Two letters of recommendation
• Personal statement
• Copy of passport-sized photograph

International Students:

• Completed high school diploma with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Satisfactory scores on standardized tests like the SAT or ACT
• Successful completion of AUAF’s English Language Proficiency Test (ELPT)
• Two letters of recommendation
• Personal statement
• Copy of passport-sized photograph

Benefits for International Students:

AUAF welcomes international students and offers several benefits to them, including:

• A diverse and enriching learning environment
• Opportunity to study in a culturally rich and historic country
• Support from AUAF’s International Student Office
• Access to a network of alumni from around the world

University Website Address:

The official website for the American University of Afghanistan is https://auaf.edu.af/.