• ADEK's largest annual fair helps students take crucial first steps on post-secondary journey
  • Running from October 16-20, over 60 leading universities from 15 countries participate in five-day fair
  • Fair to feature in-person visits to university campuses and remote sessions with worldwide higher education institutions

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has announced today the much-anticipated return of the fourth Rize University Fair, the annual networking event that bridges the gap between students, parents, and representatives hailing from leading local and international universities.

Scheduled to take place from October 16-20, the Rize University Fair is one of the largest annual university fairs, empowering students in grades nine and above to embark on their higher education journey. The fair provides invaluable insights, guiding students in selecting the right university, program, and career path. This year’s edition boasts the participation of more than 60 leading universities from 15 countries across four continents: Asia, North America, Europe, and Australia. The list of participating universities includes some of the top universities, according to the 2024 QS World University Rankings.

Initially launched as a virtual event three years ago during the Covid-19 pandemic, the fair has rapidly witnessed substantial growth in its influence. This year marks a significant milestone as students get the opportunity to attend in-person sessions hosted at universities in Abu Dhabi, providing hands-on experiences. The five-day fair also features an extensive program of more than 75 virtual sessions hosted by representatives from universities based in India, France, Malaysia, New Zealand, Australia, China, Turkey, Italy, and Indonesia. These sessions encompass diverse disciplines and majors, including arts, design, communication, entrepreneurship, and more.

The Rize University Fair has proven to be immensely valuable, drawing more than 10,000 students to its previous three editions, each featuring a diverse range of local and international universities. As testament to its growing success in attracting new students, this year’s edition sees the participation of elite universities including the University of Pennsylvania, Boston University, University of Toronto, Hong Kong University, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT-Delhi), and the University of Melbourne. Moreover, local universities as well as international institutions with local campuses, such as Khalifa University, NYU Abu Dhabi, and Zayed University also take part in the fair this year.

Students attending the Rize University Fair will delve into ADEK's scholarship programs, the Abu Dhabi Scholarship, and Khotwa (RizeUp), where they will engage with universities and community colleges that are part of these scholarship programs, providing students with solid platform to start their higher education journey.

The Rize University Fair is part of Rize University Preparation and Career Guidance (UPCG) Program, an after-school enrichment program designed for Abu Dhabi high school students to explore and prepare for their post-secondary and professional futures. With a variety of workshops, webinars, projects, test preparation courses, and guidance opportunities, the Rize UPCG Program offers students the opportunity to discover and apply their skills, interests, and values toward attending leading higher education institutions.

For further information on the Rize University Fair's sessions and registration, please visit www.rizeuniversityfair.ae.

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About Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK)

The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) is the Education Sector regulator across the Emirate. It oversees and provides services throughout a learner’s journey from early education to university and beyond. It also champions inclusivity for People of Determination in the mainstream schooling system and by providing specialized schools.

Across Early Childhood and K-12, ADEK licenses and regulates nurseries and private schools in Abu Dhabi while also legislating, mandating, and managing its own Charter Schools and 2 schools for People of Determination.

ADEK also annually provides distinguished Abu Dhabi students with full scholarships and support to study at the best universities around the world. In addition, the Department audits and enhances the delivery of Higher Education in Abu Dhabi, attracting Higher Education Institutions to open the required programs or schools that serve Abu Dhabi’s needs while championing a student and faculty-friendly ecosystem in the Emirate.

With a vision to Empower Education. Empower Minds. Empower the Future, ADEK recognizes that every learner is different, and a diversity of teaching methods are essential for students to succeed. To that effect, ADEK partners with stakeholders to enable a great education system to flourish in Abu Dhabi and nurture future-ready graduates who have the 21st century skills required to sustain and carry forward Abu Dhabi’s vision.