Guide · updated September 2026
Cheapest Universities in Dubai
We compared 46 universities in Dubai — typical tuition is ₹9.68 L a year.
Universities46
Typical tuition₹9.68 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹2.34 L – ₹15.25 Crlowest course fee
Cities8
Quick verdict
Which one is best depends on what you measure — here is the leader on each.
Top 24 — Cheapest Universities in Dubai
Ordered by lowest published tuition.
Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology - Dubai
Dubai
from ₹3.12 L/yrTuition
1Courses
University of Bolton, Academic Centre -Ras Al Khaimah
Ras Al-Khaimah, Dubai
from ₹7.16 L/yrTuition
6Courses
At a glance
The first 8 side by side.
| University | City | World rank | Tuition from | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American University of Ras Al Khaimah | Ras Al-Khaimah | — | ₹2.34 L | 2 |
| Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology - Dubai | Dubai | — | ₹3.12 L | 1 |
| Westford University College | Dubai | — | ₹4.43 L | 6 |
| Heriot Watt University-Dubai Campus | Dubai | — | ₹4.84 L | 19 |
| Ajman University | Ajman | — | ₹5.31 L | 2 |
| University of Wollongong in Dubai | Dubai | — | ₹5.34 L | 3 |
| Britts Imperial Global Education | Sharjah | — | ₹5.74 L | 1 |
| Bath Spa University Academic Centre RAK | Ras Al-Khaimah | — | ₹5.86 L | 2 |
Frequently asked questions
Which are the best cheapest universities in Dubai?
Based on the current catalogue, the leading options here are American University of Ras Al Khaimah, Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology - Dubai, Westford University College, Heriot Watt University-Dubai Campus, Ajman University. Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank are listed first, then the rest by number of courses offered.
How much does it cost to study in Dubai?
Across 46 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹9.68 L a year, ranging from ₹2.34 L to ₹15.25 Cr. Living costs are extra.
Which is the cheapest university in Dubai?
American University of Ras Al Khaimah has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹2.34 L a year.
How many universities are covered?
46 universities match this guide; the top 24 are shown.
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