UAE, Abu Dhabi, 21 October 2024: In recognition of its academic excellence, Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has advanced 11 places in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) Arab Region University Rankings 2025, now ranking 12th regionally out of 246 institutions across 20 MENA countries.

The 2025 QS Arab Region University Rankings recognized ADU’s remarkable achievements across several metrics, ranking the university sixth in the International Faculty Ratio and 14th in the International Student Ratio, reflecting its global outlook and commitment to fostering a diverse academic environment. ADU also climbed four positions in the research papers per faculty metric, securing 13th in the Arab region while improving its ranking in Employer Reputation, rising four places to 14th place, reflecting ADU’s continued progress in academic and research excellence.

Professor Ghassan Aouad, Chancellor of Abu Dhabi University (ADU), said: “Under the guidance of our wise leadership, we are committed to enhancing the UAE’s educational landscape by integrating innovation and research within our academic curriculum. We are honored to be ranked among the top 20 Arab universities, which serves as a testament to the dedication of our faculty and staff in elevating ADU’s offerings and programs. At ADU, we provide our students with state-of-the-art facilities and innovative tools, empowering them to advance their knowledge and thrive in their future careers. This is in line with the UAE’s 2030 Education Strategy, which aims to establish the highest scientific and professional education standards to serve the nation’s future generations.”

Recently, the university’s College of Business was re-accredited by the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) reflecting its continued commitment to setting global standards for excellence in business education. This accreditation ensures that ADU’s graduates are well-equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in an ever-evolving economy, both nationally and internationally.