Ahliah School Competitors

"That they may have life and have it more abundantly." Founded in 1866, the American University of Beirut (AUB) bases its educational philosophy, standards, and practices on the American liberal arts model of higher education. A teaching-centered research university, the University encourages freedom of thought and expression and seeks to graduate men and women committed to creative and critical thinking, life-long learning, personal integrity, civic responsibility, and leadership. The University, which was granted institutional accreditation in June 2004 by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools in the United States, currently offers more than 120 programs leading to the bachelor's, master's, MD, and PhD degrees. On June 27, 2019, the commission reaffirmed the university’s accreditation. Disclaimer: The American University of Beirut welcomes active participation on the American University of Beirut Official Page. However, we reserve the right to remove spam or inappropriate posts.

AUST follows the American credit-based system. Students can enroll in the fall semester (October), spring semester (February), or summer term (June). Each of the fall and spring semesters is of a 15-week duration. The summer term is of a 5-week duration. All instruction is in English in the English Section of the Institution, and in French in the French Section.

ACS Beirut is a private, not-for-profit, K-12 school offering the International Baccalaureate, Lebanese Baccalaureate, and College Preparatory programs. Our mission is to empower students to lead well-balanced lives, solve problems with creativity and integrity, and serve both Lebanon and the global community with understanding and compassion. Our diverse, inclusive environment fosters academic excellence, critical thinking, and personal development, preparing students to attend selective colleges and universities worldwide.