Admissions

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Dubai Admission Process

1. Application & Requirements" • Submit your academic transcripts, proof of English proficiency, a compelling personal statement, letters of recommendation, and your resume."2. Selection & Interview" • If shortlisted, you will be invited to an interview with our Admissions Committee. • Upon successful selection, you will receive an offer letter via email. • To accept the offer, please pay the first installment of tuition fees.3. Confirmation & Enrollment • Once your fee payment is confirmed, you will be considered 'Provisionally Admitted' to SIU Dubai. • You will receive an official Admission Confirmation Letter via email. • This letter will include the necessary steps for enrollment and joining the program.

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VISA: Who needs visa to study in Dubai All non-resident international students, excluding those from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, are required to obtain a UAE Student Visa to study at SIU Dubai. To initiate the visa application process, students must first receive an official offer letter from the university. SIU Dubai will then guide students through the necessary visa application procedures.

Admission Offer Letter

Receive an official offer letter from SIU Dubai to confirm your admission.

Entry Permit

Obtain the required entry permit before traveling to the UAE for study.

UAE Arrival

Present your entry permit at UAE immigration for entry clearance into the country.

Visa Application

SIU Dubai applies for your student visa through the General Directorate of Residency.

Medial Check

Undergo mandatory medical examinations at a designated UAE medical center for approval.

Emirates ID

Submit your fingerprints at a designated center for the Emirates ID processing.

Visa Stamping

The GDRFA will stamp your passport with the UAE student visa upon approval.

Emirates ID Issuance

Submit fingerpReceive your Emirates ID, along with medical insurance after visa stamping completion.rints for ID processing.

Academic Year

Semester
Start Date
End Date
No of Weeks - Days
Fall (Semester I) Starts
Monday, September 9, 2024
Friday, January 10, 2025
16 Weeks
Winter Break
Sunday, December 22, 2024
Sunday January 5, 2025
14 Days
Preparatory Leave
Saturday, January 4, 2025
Sunday, January 5,2025
2 Days
Examination
Monday, January 6, 2025
Friday January 10, 2025
5 Days
College Events / Activities
Monday January 13, 2025
Friday January 31, 2025
18 Days
Spring (Semester II) Starts
Monday, February 3, 2025
Friday June 6, 2025
16 Weeks
Spring Break
Saturday, April 5, 2025
Saturday, April 19, 2025
2 Weeks
Preparatory leave
Saturday, May 31, 2025
Sunday, June 6, 2025
2 Days
Examination*
Monday, June 2, 2025
Friday, June 6, 2025
5 Days
Summer Break
Monday, June 9, 2025
Monday, September 8, 2025
13 Weeks