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Enrolments at higher education institutions that are licenced and regulated by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority in Dubai continued their record-breaking growth, with a 20% increase in overall student enrolment in the 2024-25 academic year.
 
A total of 42,026 students are now enrolled at 41 private higher education institutions in Dubai – the highest number to date. Of these institutions, 37 are international campuses, offering a growing and diverse range of academic programmes to meet the needs of future-focused learners.
 
The number of international students – those who have come to Dubai specifically to study – continued to rise, with a 29% increase in enrolment compared to the previous year.
 
Emirati student enrolment also grew by a record 22% during the academic year, reflecting the growing appeal of Dubai’s private higher education sector and its diverse programme offerings for UAE nationals.
 
Take a look at the landscape infographic for more sector-wide data on students, programmes, faculty and universities.

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