Applied Science University Ranks 25th in QS Arab University Rankings for 2025

TDT | Manama                                                      

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Applied Science University (ASU) has proudly secured the 25th spot in the QS Arab University Rankings for 2025, solidifying its position as a top private university in Bahrain and a distinguished educational institution in the region. This milestone underscores the university’s ongoing commitment to academic excellence and its increasing impact on both regional and international education landscapes.

Prof. Waheeb Al-Khaja, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, extended heartfelt congratulations to Prof. Hatem Masri, the University President, and the entire ASU community for their relentless efforts in elevating academic standards. He highlighted that this achievement would have a lasting, positive effect on both the university and its students, enhancing the quality of education and shaping graduates to meet the demands of the public and private sectors alike.

Prof. Hatem Masri expressed his gratitude to Mr. Sameer Nass, Chairman of the Board of Directors, and Prof. Waheeb Al-Khaja, along with all board members, for their unwavering support. He credited the university's success to its collaborative efforts with regional and global partners and its alignment with labor market needs. Prof. Masri also recognized the vital contributions of the Supreme Council for the Development of Education and Training, the Ministry of Education, and the Higher Education Council for their role in advancing Bahrain’s education system.

Dr. Mohamed Youssef, Vice President for Administration, Finance, and Community Engagement, echoed the pride in ASU’s top-25 ranking. He noted that this recognition aligns with the university's mission to position itself as a premier private higher education institution in the Arab world.

During the official QS ranking ceremony in Jordan, Prof. Masri and Dr. Youssef represented ASU, celebrating the university’s significant rise from 45th place in 2019 to 25th in 2025. This achievement is a testament to ASU’s continuous progress.

The QS ranking, one of the world’s top three university rankings published by Quacquarelli Symonds, evaluates thousands of institutions globally and serves as a reliable measure of academic quality and institutional advancement. ASU’s recognition in the QS rankings reflects its steadfast commitment to excellence and its growing influence in higher education both regionally and internationally.