Established in 2008, the Asian University for Women is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Chittagong (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of Bangladesh, Asian University for Women (AUW) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) women only Bangladeshi higher education institution. Asian University for Women (AUW) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 16-year-old Bangladeshi higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this Bangladeshi higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. AUW also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
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private
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non-profit
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very small-sized
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moderately selective
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Name (Non Latin) | এশিয়ান ইউনিভার্সিটি ফর উইমেন |
Acronym | AUW |
Founded | 2008 |
Motto | Educate Inspire.Empower |
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Address | 20/A, M.M. Ali Road Chittagong 4000 Chittagong Bangladesh |
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+880 (31) 285 4981 |
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The following Asian University for Women's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Asian University for Women's academic range and degree level offering.
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Click here to explore a list of Asian University for Women courses and programs or, if not available yet, search for them with our Search Engine powered by Google. We are constantly adding university courses and programs worldwide with the cooperation of university representatives.
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12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) |
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12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) |
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Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.
uniRank publishes below some basic Asian University for Women's admission information.
This institution admits Women Only.
Has Asian University for Women a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
Asian University for Women's acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
Asian University for Women (AUW) has a diverse student body with students coming from 17 different countries:
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uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Asian University for Women.
Asian University for Women has an enrollment range of 1,000-1,999 students making it a very small-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 100-199 academic employees (Faculty).
Asian University for Women is a private higher education institution.
Asian University for Women is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
Asian University for Women does not have any religious affiliation.
What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.
uniRank provides below an overview of Asian University for Women's main facilities:
This institution has a physical Library.
The Asian University for Women Library supports meaningful learning, teaching, and research among students and faculty through its diverse print and digital collections. The library offers over 27,000 books, 1,500 DVDs, 700 music and educational CDs, as well as access to a variety of newspapers and magazines. Additionally, it provides full access to more than 32,000 online journals through research platforms such as HINARI, JSTOR, and EBSCOhost.
One of the library's special collections includes religious texts like the Bhagavad Gita (Hinduism), Bible (Christianity), Quran (Islam), and Torah (Judaism), fostering interfaith dialogue and tolerance.
This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.
Asian University for Women Housing Offering:
The campus consists of several buildings on a secure lane, serving various purposes such as classrooms, offices, student housing, health and wellness centers, and additional amenities.
The Residence Halls are divided into eight Houses: Wisdom, Truth, Justice, Courage, Imagination, Service, Joy, and Dignity. These names were chosen by students and represent the qualities they hope to embody as AUW graduates.
Each House has Resident Assistants (RA), who are exemplary students trained to facilitate community meetings, resolve conflicts, develop programs, and provide support for students on campus. RAs work closely with Residence Life staff to ensure a welcoming, inclusive, safe, and secure environment within the Houses. They also organize community-building programs throughout the year.
The Residence Halls receive regular cleaning services from the housekeeping staff. Common areas and shared washrooms are cleaned daily, while student rooms and private washrooms are cleaned twice a month. Students are provided with cleaning supplies and encouraged to maintain their spaces as needed. Additionally, a weekly laundry service for bedding is available for students.
Within the residence halls, various facilities are open to all students, aiming to create a homely atmosphere away from home:
This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
Asian University for Women offers a range of sport facilities and activities for its students, including:
Additionally, the university has a full-time team dedicated to sports management on campus.
uniRank provides below an overview of Asian University for Women's main services:
This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.
Asian University for Women provides the following financial aids:
This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
Asian University for Women offers the following exchange programs and study abroad opportunities:
AUW students can apply to a variety of different programs at partner institutions for a semester or year of study. Some of the partner institutions include:
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This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.
There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.
Asian University for Women is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: University Grants Commission of Bangladesh
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
2008
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Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.
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