Rochester Institute of Technology

About Rochester Institute of Technology

RIT Dubai, launched in 2008, is a non-profit international campus offering American-style education in the UAE. It is affiliated with Rochester Institute of Technology, a well-established university in New York founded in 1829. The main campus in the United States has a strong reputation for technology-driven education and serves a student population of over 19,000. The Dubai campus was set up to offer strong university programs in the UAE for students and professionals from the Middle East, North America, Africa, and Southeast Asia. It is located in Dubai Silicon Oasis, a key area known for its focus on Electronics, Design, and Modern Technology. The Dubai campus functions from the first phase of its $136 million purpose-built facility, covering 129,000 square meters. With advanced learning spaces and close ties to the region’s engineering and technology sectors, it creates a dynamic academic setting. Those who choose to study in Dubai at RIT benefit from business sponsorships, R&D support, and mentorship programs that connect them with real-world industry networks. Students who choose to study at Rochester Institute of Technology Dubai (RIT Dubai) can pursue specialized Master’s programs and Bachelor’s Degrees that are closely aligned with the needs of industries in the UAE. Home to creative students from more than 75 countries, the institution follows the American education model, and its programs include cooperative education, providing students with practical work experience alongside academic learning.

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