RIT Kosovo (A.U.K)
Prishtina, Kosovo
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
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- Students
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- International students
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- Institution type
- Private non-profit
- Founded
- 2008
Overview
RIT Kosovo (A.U.K) — American University in Kosovo — is a private not-for-profit higher education institution located at the Gërmia Campus in Prishtina, Republic of Kosovo. Operating as a global campus of Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) in Rochester, New York, RIT Kosovo awards fully recognized American degrees to its students. The institution has been operating since 2008 and has graduated over 2,400 students across 21 classes.
RIT Kosovo offers four degree programs: Bachelor of Science in Individualized Program (with sub-plans in Economics and Statistics, Energy Policy Studies, Digital Arts and New Media Studies, Management and Entrepreneurship, Peace and Conflict Studies, Public Policy and Governance, Security Studies, and Web and Mobile Computing); Bachelor of Science in Computing and Information Technologies (with tracks in Networking and Communications and Web Development); Bachelor of Electrical Engineering Technology; and a Master of Science in Professional Studies: Data Analytics.
All instruction is in English, and students earn degrees from RIT New York, which is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). RIT Kosovo is also accredited by the Kosovo Accreditation Agency (KAA) and ATMAE. The institution has a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio and approximately 750 enrolled students.
RIT Kosovo offers a comprehensive scholarship program including full and partial merit-based scholarships, need-based financial aid, diversity scholarships for students from neighboring countries, and GPA-based continuing scholarships. The campus provides co-op (cooperative education) opportunities, a library, student clubs, and an academic calendar aligned with U.S. academic traditions.
Fields of study
- Computing and Information Technologies
- Economics and Statistics
- Energy Policy Studies
- Digital Arts and New Media Studies
- Management and Entrepreneurship
- Peace and Conflict Studies
- Public Policy and Governance
- Security Studies
- Electrical Engineering Technology
- Data Analytics
Accreditation: Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE); Kosovo Accreditation Agency (KAA); ATMAE
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
- Fall 2026, Spring 2027
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- admissions@auk.org
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
Varies by program
Domestic students
Varies by program
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Electrical Engineering Technology (opens in a new tab)On Campus | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Bachelor of Science in Computing and Information Technologies (opens in a new tab)On Campus | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Bachelor of Science in Individualized Studies (opens in a new tab)On Campus | Bachelor's | 4 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Master of Science in Professional Studies: Data Analytics (opens in a new tab)On Campus | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.
