American University of BahrainStudent Guide

Academic dates, campus language, housing, and student-life references for American University of Bahrain. Core organization is free for students.

University in Riffa, Al Janubiya. Operating on a semester system.

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Student guide · Fall 2026

The semester, explained for American University of Bahrain

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026
Campus terms
7
Local details
9

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 runs Sep 13, 2026 – Jan 24, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

3 entries
  1. Fall 2026Relevant now
  2. Spring 2027
  3. Summer 2027

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Campus language

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7 terms

A

ASME
The AUBH Student Branch of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
AUBHians
The collective term for students, alumni, and staff of the AUBH community.

B

Boutique Campus
A common descriptor for the university's small, high-quality, and specialized campus environment.

C

Costa
The on-campus Costa Coffee outlet located in the Student Commons.

I

IEEE
The AUBH Student Branch of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

S

SC
The AUBH Student Council, the elected body representing student interests.

T

The Canteen
The primary dining hall and cafeteria area for students.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

9 details
Academic Building
The main facility housing classrooms, faculty offices, and specialized labs.
AUBH ID
The mandatory student identification card required for campus access and library services.
aubh_dining_hall
AUBH Dining Hall
Moodle
The Learning Management System (LMS) used for accessing course materials and submitting assignments.
Self-Service
The online student portal used for course registration, viewing grades, and financial records.
Sports Center
The campus athletic facility featuring a gym, indoor courts, and fitness areas.
Student Commons
The social and recreational hub containing the library, dining, and student lounge.
The Plaza
The central outdoor courtyard used as a primary meeting point and event space.
Welcome Center
The administrative building for admissions, registration, and visitor services.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 runs Sep 13, 2026 – Jan 24, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
7 approved campus terms and 9 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
  • Entrepreneurship, hackathon teams, makerspaces, and engineering project teams.
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Life in Riffa for American University of Bahrain Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Riffa.

Timezone

Asia/Bahrain

Median Rent

$1,200

Cost of Living Index

96

Student Population

45,000

City Transportation

Walkability

65

Bikeability

55

Public Transit

Bus System, Rail System

Nearest Airports

Airport Name

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

49.5°F

Avg Snowfall

45.2 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

AUBH Campus Parking

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Full-time employees are allocated parking areas; students are required to adhere to traffic laws and avoid wrong parking or blocking sidewalks.

Campus News

Latest updates from American University of Bahrain

Dr. Wafa Almansoori Appointed President of the American University of Bahrain

The Board of Trustees appointed Dr. Wafa Almansoori as President following her tenure as Interim President.

Oct 5, 2026

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Beyon Awards Full Four-Year Scholarship to AUBH Student

Beyon awarded a full scholarship to Alnawra Husain A. Shehab to study at AUBH.

Sep 27, 2026

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AUBH Awards Full Scholarships to Six Outstanding Bahraini Students

The university recognized academic excellence by awarding full undergraduate scholarships to six Bahraini students.

Jul 28, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at American University of Bahrain

Last Day to Pay (Postgraduate)

October 19, 2026

American University of Bahrain

The final deadline for postgraduate students to settle their tuition and fees for the Fall 2026 semester.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@aubh.edu.bh

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