American University of Beirut (AUB)

🇱🇧 Lebanon 4-Year University

Global #347 Lebanon #4

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Institution Info

Founded: 1866
Type: 4-Year University
Students: 7,572 students
Endowment: $901.2M
Website: https://www.aub.edu.lb

About

American University of Beirut is a higher education institution in Lebanon, founded in 1866. Recognized as among the world's top 500 universities, it is among the top 10 universities in Lebanon. The university has approximately 7,572 students, an endowment of $901.2M, a member of Global C-Tier (World 301-500) and Top 100 Universities in Asia. Also known as AUB.

Rankings

Source	Year	Rank	Score
QS	2026	QS #237 · Ranked	51,60
UNIRANKS	2026	UniRanks #347 · Ranked	86,75

Research Output via OpenAlex

346

h-index

1,653,793

Citations

28,018

Publications

26,588

i10-index

2,02

Mean Citedness

Tier Memberships

Global C-Tier (World 301-500) Top 100 Universities in Asia

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Motto

"That they may have life and have it more abundantly"

Frequently Asked Questions

What is American University of Beirut's global ranking?

American University of Beirut is ranked #347 globally according to the UniRanks aggregated ranking. Within Lebanon, it holds the #4 position.

When was American University of Beirut founded?

American University of Beirut was founded in 1866, making it 160 years old. It is one of the established institutions in Lebanon.

How many students attend American University of Beirut?

American University of Beirut has a student body of approximately 7,572 students.

What is American University of Beirut's research output?

American University of Beirut has produced 28,018 research publications with 1,653,793 total citations and an h-index of 346, according to OpenAlex data.

What is American University of Beirut's endowment?

American University of Beirut has an endowment of approximately $901.2M USD. University endowments fund financial aid, research, faculty positions, and campus development.