American University of Bahrain (AUBH)

The American University of Bahrain (AUBH) is a private, co-educational institution located in Riffa, Bahrain. Established in September 2019, it is the first purpose-built American-model university in the country, licensed by the Higher Education Council. AUBH focuses on student-centered education, emphasizing employability, critical thinking, and real-world preparation through interactive teaching and liberal arts traditions. The university features a modern 75,000-square-meter campus designed by U.S. architects, which includes academic buildings, a library, laboratories, and sports facilities.