RAK College of Medical Sciences

Location: Situated in the heart of Ras Al Khaimah, the campus is a dedicated health sciences hub.

Facilities: Includes high-tech lecture theaters, multipurpose laboratories, and a specialized medical library.

Student Diversity: The university hosts over 1,220 students from more than 50 nationalities, offering a highly multicultural environment.

Sports Complex: A dedicated facility for student physical well-being, featuring indoor and outdoor sports options.

Affiliated Hospitals: RAKCOMS utilizes the facilities of the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP).

• Saqr Hospital: Primary center for surgical specialties and pediatrics.

• Ibrahim Bin Hamad Obaidullah Hospital: Focuses on internal medicine, cardiology, and nephrology.

• Sha’am Hospital & Sheikh Khalifa Specialty Hospital: Used for advanced clinical rotations.

Clinical Training: Students undergo rigorous clinical clerkships in these government hospitals, gaining exposure to a wide variety of patient cases.

Tuition (MD Program): AED 65,000 per semester (approx. AED 130,000 per year).

Mandatory One-time Fees:

• Application Fee: AED 500.

• Admission Fee: AED 2,500.

• Seat Reservation Fee: AED 10,000 (Applied toward tuition).

Other Annual Fees: Lab/Library/Exam fees (~AED 3,000) and Health Insurance (~AED 2,400).

Merit Scholarship: A 20% tuition concession is available in the first year for students with an aggregate of 97% or above in Grade 12. From Year 2, a 20% concession is given to students maintaining a GPA of 3.8/4.0.

Vibe: RAK offers a "laid-back" alternative to the glitz of Dubai. It is famous for its mountains (Jebel Jais), beaches, and historical forts.

Cost of Living: Significantly lower than Dubai. Rent and daily expenses are more manageable for international students.

Safety: Ranked as one of the safest cities globally, with a very welcoming community for expatriates.

Accommodation: State-of-the-art student residences are located at the nearby AURAK Campus (3 minutes away).

• Setup: Studio apartments (single or shared) that are fully furnished with separate kitchenettes and bathrooms.

• Cost: Roughly AED 7,000 – 15,000 per semester depending on occupancy type.

Mess/Dining: * The campus cafeteria provides hygienic and cost-effective meals.

• There is no mandatory meal plan; students often utilize the kitchenette in their studios or the on-campus tuck shops.

NRI Seat Quota: There is no specific NRI/Management quota. Admission is open to all nationalities based strictly on academic merit.

Admission Requirements (2026): * High School: Minimum 90% in Science subjects (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) for most curricula.

• English: IELTS Academic 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 79.

• Personal Interview: Mandatory for all shortlisted candidates.

Visa: The university facilitates the student visa process for a fee of approx. AED 2,100 per year (including Emirates ID).