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MENA Region
Romanian-American University
American standards of education in an affordable city
Dual Degree Programs
Extracurricular courses taught by international professors
Exchange programs – global partners
Top class faculty and real-world practitioners
Multicultural environment
RAU Study Programs
English taught Bachelor Programs
Dive into the dynamic world of global commerce with the BA in International Business and learn the art of negotiation, contracting and carrying out international business.
Career Prospects:
- Foreign Trade Specialist;
- Purchasing and Supply Chain Economist;
- International Insurance Consultant;
- European structural and cohesion funds Administrator;
- Diplomatic attaché;
- International business consultant;
- Customs expert/inspector;
- Fair and exhibition manager;
- Foreign relations assistant etc.
Dual degree opportunity: St. Francis College After graduating, students can continue their studies at St. Francis College and get an additional bachelor’s degree in management. During the study years at RAU, students need to complete some extra courses in order to continue studying at St. Francis College (see Study Guide). Northwood University After graduating, students can continue their studies at Northwood University and get an additional bachelor’s degree in international business. During the study years at RAU students need to complete some extra courses in order to continue studying at Northwood University (see Study Guide). |
Unlock skills in database administration, programming, software design, web design and network administration with the BA in Computer Science for Economics.
Career Prospects:
- IT systems analyst and designer;
- Analyst-developer;
- Developer of customer-server applications and of internet /intranet /extranet;
- IT project manager;
- Web-site designer/administrator;
- Data base administrator;
- Computer network administrator;
- Developer of decision assisting systems and expert systems;
- IT consultant, etc.
Dual degree opportunity: After graduating, students can continue their studies at Northwood University and get an additional bachelor degree in Management Information Systems. During the study years at RAU students need to complete some extra courses in order to continue studying at Northwood University (see Study Guide). |
Embrace the art and science of persuasion with our BA in Marketing, designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of marketing principles and practices, while also developing their critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Degree from the University of York, UK
- Degree from the Romanian-American University, Romania
Career Opportunities:
Graduates of the BA in Business Studies (Marketing) program will have the ideal basis to pursue a variety of careers paths in the business sector. However, they will be more suited to work in marketing or brand management either in an in-house marketing team within an organization or within a specialist marketing agency.
The Finance and Banking* bachelor’s programme, taught in English, provides students with a solid foundation in finance, banking systems, and international financial markets, while developing analytical and practical skills essential for careers in financial institutions, corporations, and global organizations.
* currently undergoing accreditation
The Trade, Tourism and Services Economics* – powered by Christian Tour bachelor’s programme, taught in English, focuses on the economic and managerial aspects of the tourism and service industries, providing students with practical knowledge and industry-relevant skills for careers in tourism management, travel services, and international hospitality, with active support and engagement from key stakeholders in the tourism sector.
* currently undergoing accreditation
English taught Master Programs (2 years)
Unlock the skies and seas of opportunity with the innovative MsC in Business Management in Tourism & Aviation, that will develop specific and multidisciplinary competences, as well as cognitive and practical skills, for professional training in travel, tourism and aviation.
Embark on a journey into the digital realm with the dynamic MsC in Computer Science for Business that enhances students’ professional and complementary abilities in the global IT field, covering a wide range of subjects: computer networks, decision support systems, object-oriented software development, databases, enterprise resource planning, business intelligence, web design, mobile device programming, artificial intelligence and project planning.
Fuel your entrepreneurial drive with our vibrant MsC in International Business and Entrepreneurship that develops students’ understanding of the global business environment and factors affecting entrepreneurial business decisions and improves the knowledge required for engaging in successful business start-up, business development and business internationalization.
Explore the dynamic realm of global economic relations and diplomatic strategies through our engaging MsC in International Economic Relations & Economic Diplomacy program, that deals with the various aspects of international economic and political organizations, correlated with the business environment. The program is designed for those who wish to develop their international competences and know-how in international relations and economic diplomacy.
Immerse yourself in the world of finance and unleash your potential with our captivating MsC in Finance which is offered as a Double Degree with University of Siena, from Italy. It prepares students for a wide range of careers both inside and outside the financial industry, including financial engineering and risk management, quantitative asset management, macroeconomic and financial forecasting, quantitative trading and applied research.
Set sail towards marketing excellence with our exciting MsC in Strategic Marketing. The knowledge and the skills developed in this program will render a better-informed and prepared individual to tackle a wide variety of marketing aspects, from market comprehension and targeting, to positioning and marketing metrics.
Unleash the power of the digital age with our immersive MsC in Digital Marketing & Social Media, a Dual Degree program with CITY College University of York Europe Campus
- Get a degree from the University of York, UK
- Get a degree from the Romanian-American University, Romania
Step into the global arena with our captivating MsC in International Economic Relations and European Union Studies (IEREUS), offered as a Dual Degree program with the University of York.
- Obtain a degree from the University of York, UK
- Obtain a degree from the Romanian-American University, Romania
If you want to become a student in Romania, immerse into the Romanian culture and learn Romanian language, you are ready to embark into the experience of your life.
The Romanian Foundation Program is a 1-year program including Romanian grammar and vocabulary lessons, communication techniques, Romanian culture and civilization, as well as specialized vocabulary (business, tourism, law, IT). Moreover, the program also offers English lessons as a bonus.
At the end of the Foundation year, the students should be able to achieve the B1-B2 level of Romanian, as well as an improved knowledge of English. As a result, students should be able to apply to either a Romanian or an English taught program, in the Romanian academic system.
Benefits & costs
- Scholarships based on academic performance – up to 1000 EUR for 10% of the students in each program!
- Early registration discounts available
- Double degree opportunities – for different study programs
- International professors – at least one international professor for courses included in the curriculum, and numerous other guest courses with free attendance from RAU students!
- Study trip (depending on the public health conditions), with the purpose to bring international students closer to the Romanian culture and help them better integrate in the RAU community!
- Internship in international companies – RAU gives students the chance to have an internship in the 2nd year of studies (and whenever there are opportunities), to ensure students gain practical experience, besides theoretical knowledge!
- Career counseling for all students interested to work in Romania!
- International exchange programs available all over the world!
- International activities in the campus (conferences, round tables, workshops, festivals, job fair, etc.)!
- Institutional address (@ student.rau.ro) and free access to Microsoft software products;
- For BMTA students – two IATA courses (e.g. IATA Foundation in Travel & Tourism; IATA Travel & Tourism Consultant) included with the possibility to obtain certificates directly from Canada!
- For Business Management in Tourism & Aviation students – possibility to obtain other certificates such as Aviation Security Awareness, Airline Security, Amadeus, Galileo!
- For Business Management in Tourism & Aviation students – two courses within the PPL flight license
- Application fee (all programs): The application fee for the English taught programs is 150 EUR (for Romanian or EU applicants*) and 250 EUR (for Non-EU applicants), payable using a card when applying through the online platform.
Foundation year: 2900 EUR/year
Bachelor programs (for ”International Business” and ”Computer Science for Economics”):
- Regular tuition fee = 3,400 EUR/year
- Early registration for applications before 31st of March = 2,700 EUR/1st year
Master programs (except for ”Business Management for Travel, Tourism and Aviation”):
- Regular tuition fee = 3,600 EUR/year
- Early registration for applications before 31st of March = 2,900 EUR/1st year
”Business Management for Travel, Tourism and Aviation” master program:
- Regular tuition fee = 4,700 EUR/year
- Early registration for applications before 31st of March = 4,000 EUR/1st year
Dual degree programs in partnership with CITY College, University of York Europe Campus (BA in Marketing, MsC in Digital Marketing and Social Media, MsC in International Economic Relations and European Union Studies):
- Early registration discounts available.
- For more details, please click here.
* Ukrainian applicants have an application fee discount of 100 EUR. When applying, they should select their citizenship – ”Non-EU applicants” and, when paying the application fee, they should upload a PDF with the temporary protection document/passport and the proof of payment of the application fee – 150 EUR
Apply to RAU!
Application Documentation for non-EU nationals
Please note that all documents should be either in English or Romanian. For documents in other languages, certified translations in English should be provided. All documents should be authentic copies of the originals. Authentication should be obtained at the Romanian Embassy/Consulate (for the study certificates) or by legalizing at your local notary (for the other documents).
- 1 electronic, clear head photograph (3×5, passport style) in JPG/PNG format
- Birth certificate
- Document showing your permanent residence abroad (with full address) – if you do not have one, please contact the local authorities
- Travel Document – Passport/Travel Paper/National ID etc. according to applicable laws and regulations of transit
- Medical Certificate – stating your medical ability to undergo studies at the University and the fact that you are not a carrier for any known contagious diseases of illnesses
- Transcript of records – the document that states the subjects learnt in high-school and the grades obtained
- Final certificate of high-school studies certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Education and the Romanian Embassy / Hague Apostille – High School Graduation Diploma (please check here the specific documents for your country) stating your overall average grade that would allow you to pursue Higher Education in your own country.
- The Statement of Own Responsibility regarding the authenticity of the documents uploaded and the correspondence between the scanned documents and the original ones.
- For applications to a Master’s Program:
- Bachelor’s diploma – certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Education and the Romanian Embassy / Hague Apostille
- Transcript of records from all university years
- Essay (conditions of drafting)
- The statement of Originality and Sole Authorship
- Proof of English skills:
- Either an internationally recognized English qualification certificate
- Either proof of undergoing your previous education fully taught in English
- Either obtain an online pass in the Romanian-American University English Test
Please send an e-mail to International Students Office at [email protected] for further inquiries regarding the application documentation and procedure.
In order to continue their studies in Romania, applicants from the EU/EEA need to obtain the certificate of recognition of studies from the National Center for Recognition and Equivalence of Diplomas. Please find here more details on this process and on the required documents.
The University will obtain the certificate of recognition of studies for all applicants who don’t have it.
The following documents should be submitted on the admission platform:
- High school diploma or equivalent – in copy, if the document is in Romanian/English/French/Spanish/Italian, and in copy and a certified translation (from the original) into Romanian for documents issued in any other foreign languages, apostilled and superlegalized
- Transcript of records of all high school years – in copy, if the document is in Romanian/English/French/Spanish/Italian, and in copy and a certified translation (from the original) into Romanian for documents issued in any other foreign languages
- Personal identification documents: passport/ID and proof of name change (if applicable)
- Birth certificate, copy or certified translation
- Marriage certificate (if applicable)
- Medical certificate issued by the family doctor or medical offices (school or territorial) showing that the applicant is fit to take university courses
- 1 color photo, size 3/4 cm
- The Statement of Own Responsibility regarding the authenticity of the documents uploaded and the correspondence between the scanned documents and the original ones.
- For applications to a Master’s Program:
- Bachelor’s diploma – certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Education and the Romanian Embassy / Hague Apostille (in copy, if the document is in Romanian/English/French/Spanish/Italian, and in copy and a certified translation (from the original) into Romanian for documents issued in any other foreign languages, apostilled and superlegalized)
- Transcript of records from all university years (certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Education and the Romanian Embassy / Hague Apostille (in copy, if the document is in Romanian/English/French/Spanish/Italian, and in copy and a certified translation (from the original) into Romanian for documents issued in any other foreign languages, apostilled and superlegalized)
- Essay (conditions of drafting)
- The statement of Originality and Sole Authorship
- Proof of English skills:
- Either an internationally recognized English qualification certificate
- Either proof of undergoing your previous education fully taught in English
- Either obtain an online pass in the Romanian-American University English Test
All candidates will be scheduled for an online interview in English.
IMPORTANT: The original documents and / or certified photocopy with the original are submitted in physical format to the School’s secretariat, in a CARDBOARD ENVELOPE FILE, on the cover mentioning the necessary information according to the model – click here!, after arrival in Romania
Romanian applicants with studies in the Romanian educational system should submit the application through the portal: admitere.rau.ro.
They should submit the following documents:
- Application form – electronically generated
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Transcript of records which accompanies the high school diploma or equivalent
- Birth certificate
- Marriage certificate (if applicable)
- Health certificate (in an international language) issued by the family doctor or by (school or local) medical practices, which acknowledges that the person who is about to register for the studies does not suffer from contagious disease or any other conditions incompatible with their future profession
- Identity card or Passport
- 1 color photo, size 3/4 cm
- The Statement of Own Responsibility regarding the authenticity of the documents uploaded and the correspondence between the scanned documents and the original ones.
- For applications to a Master’s Program:
- Bachelor’s diploma or equivalent
- Transcript of records from all university years
- Essay (conditions of drafting)
- The statement of Originality and Sole Authorship
- Proof of English skills:
- Either an internationally recognized English qualification certificate
- Either proof of undergoing your previous education fully taught in English
- Either obtain an online pass in the Romanian-American University English Test
All candidates will be scheduled for an online interview in English.
IMPORTANT: The original documents and / or certified photocopy with the original are submitted in physical format to the School’s secretariat, in a CARDBOARD ENVELOPE FILE, on the cover mentioning the necessary information according to the model – click here!
Romanian applicants with studies in a foreign educational system need to obtain the certificate of recognition of studies from the National Center for Recognition and Equivalence of Diplomas. Please find here more details on this process and on the required documents.
The University will obtain the certificate of recognition of studies for all applicants who don’t have it.
The following documents should be submitted on the admission platform:
- High school diploma or equivalent – in copy, if the document is in Romanian/English/French/Spanish/Italian, and in copy and certified translation (from the original) into Romanian, for documents issued in any other foreign languages, apostilled or superlegalized
- Transcript of records of all high school years – in copy, if the document is in Romanian/English/French/Spanish/Italian, and in copy and a certified translation (from the original) into Romanian for documents issued in any other foreign languages
- Personal identification documents: passport/ID and proof of name change (if applicable)
- Birth certificate, copy
- Medical certificate issued by the family doctor or medical offices (school or territorial) showing that the applicant is fit to take university courses
- 1 color photo, size 3/4 cm
- For applications to a Master’s Program:
- Bachelor’s diploma – certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Education and the Romanian Embassy / Hague Apostille (in copy, if the document is in Romanian/English/French/Spanish/Italian, and in copy and a certified translation (from the original) into Romanian for documents issued in any other foreign languages, apostilled and superlegalized)
- Transcript of records from all university years (certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Education and the Romanian Embassy / Hague Apostille (in copy, if the document is in Romanian/English/French/Spanish/Italian, and in copy and a certified translation (from the original) into Romanian for documents issued in any other foreign languages, apostilled and superlegalized)
- Essay (conditions of drafting)
- The statement of Originality and Sole Authorship
- Proof of English skills:
- Either an internationally recognized English qualification certificate
- Either proof of undergoing your previous education fully taught in English
- Either obtain an online pass in the Romanian-American University English Test
All candidates will be scheduled for an online interview in English.
IMPORTANT: The original documents and / or certified photocopy with the original are submitted in physical format to the School’s secretariat, in a CARDBOARD ENVELOPE FILE, on the cover mentioning the necessary information according to the model – click here.
In order to obtain the approval for enrollment in higher education from the Ministry of Education, candidates form the Republic of Moldova have to register online on admitere.rau.ro and upload the following documents:
- Application form – electronically generated;
- High school certificate/Diploma and transcript of records
- Birth certificate
- Marriage certificate (if applicable, in case of name changing)
- Passport – first 3 pages
- Identity card
- Medical certificate stating that the applicant is fit to take bachelor’s degree courses.
- The Statement of Own Responsibility regarding the authenticity of the documents uploaded and the correspondence between the scanned documents and the original ones.
- For applications to a Master’s Program:
- Bachelor’s diploma
- Transcript of records from all university years
- Essay (conditions of drafting)
- The statement of Originality and Sole Authorship
- Proof of English skills:
- Either an internationally recognized English qualification certificate
- Either proof of undergoing your previous education fully taught in English
- Either obtain an online pass in the Romanian-American University English Test
- 1 color photo, size 3/4 cm
- Declaration on one’s own responsibility, based on the freely expressed will, to assume the Romanian cultural identity, authenticated by the Romanian diplomatic mission in the country of origin or from the Department for Romanians Everywhere, according to the legislation
IMPORTANT: The original documents and / or certified photocopy with the original are submitted in physical format to the School’s secretariat, in a CARDBOARD ENVELOPE FILE, on the cover mentioning the necessary information according to the model – click here!
All candidates will be scheduled for an online interview in English.
- Either an internationally recognized English qualification certificate
- Either proof of undergoing your previous education fully taught in English
- Either obtain an online free pass in the Romanian-American University English Test
The required minimum level of English may differ from one program to another but should be at least B1.
For the programs dual degree with University of York Europe Campus, there are specific English language requirements. Please check them here.
English-taught Bachelor Programs
Admission to the English-taught bachelor programs is granted based on an (1) online interview, on the submission of a proof of the (2) English language skills (an internationally recognized English certificate, a proof of undergoing previous education fully taught in English or obtaining an online pass in the Romanian-American University English Test), and (3) high school GPA.
Foundation Year
Admission to the Foundation Year is granted based on an (1) online interview and on the (2) high school GPA.
English-taught Master Programs
Admission to the English-taught master programs is granted based on an (1) online interview, on the submission of a proof of the (2) English language skills (an internationally recognized English certificate, a proof of undergoing previous education fully taught in English or obtaining an online pass in the Romanian-American University English Test), (3) an essay on a topic related to the field of studies of the program and (4) on the GPA of the bachelor studies.
In order to maintain the university’s strong academic reputation and its long-standing tradition of graduates with successful careers, the Romanian-American University carefully selects its students throughout the admission process. At the same time, a member of the International Recruitment and Admission Office team will always be available to answer your questions and guide you through each step of the procedure.
Step 1 – Start your online application. Click here: admission.rau.ro. Please have the required documents scanned. You will be required to pay the application fee through an online payment system.
Step 2 – Prepare for the online interview with the Admission Staff (You will be contacted via email by our staff after your file gets validated on the admission platform. The interview takes 30 minutes and it may cover the following topics – background, motivation, aspirations, future projects).
Step 3 – Check the online admission list (each month, an admission list will be published with the admitted and rejected applications). The admitted applicants are required to sign the learning agreement and make the payment of the tuition fee within 10 days.
Step 4 – When applicable, the files of the admitted applicants will be submitted to the Romanian Ministry of Education/CNRED/RDP, in order to obtain the letter of acceptance/recognition certificate mandatory for enrollment.
Step 5 – When applicable, after obtaining the letter of acceptance, the applicant will need to apply for a student visa at the local Romanian Embassy or Consulate (more information on Visa Application here).
Step 6 – Submit the student visa/bring your file with the original documents and become a Romanian-American University Student! For international students, please make sure you bring all the original documents as mentioned in the letter of acceptance!
For Romanian and European applicants with previous studies in the Romanian educational system, enrollment is completed based on the signed learning agreement and confirmation of tuition fee payment. Romanian and European applicants who have completed previous studies within a different foreign educational system — and therefore require recognition of their studies by CNRED — are enrolled either upon obtaining this recognition or conditionally enrolled for a period of six months. During this period, they must independently obtain the recognition certificate from CNRED; otherwise, their enrollment will be terminated.
For Non-EU applicants, enrollment is completed based on the signed learning agreement and confirmation of tuition fee payment, as well as the issuance of a Letter of Acceptance from the Romanian Ministry of Education and Research and the possession of a valid student visa or Romanian residence permit.
Testimonials
The RAU campus has an area of over 34,500 m2 and includes:
- Modern Laboratories, amphitheaters, course and seminar rooms
- Library with free access to important international databases
- An 11-floor hostel
- A cafeteria
- Medical office with specialized personnel
- Sports facility and Fitness Center
- Coffee shop
- Prayer room
- Internet, intranet and free WI-FI throughout the campus
EXTRA-CURRICULAR TRAINING FACILITIES:
- Optional courses taught by international guest professors
- National and international summer schools
- Scholarships and internships abroad through the ERASMUS+ program
- IATA Authorised Training Center – studies and certifications in the field of tourism
- Career Counseling and Guidance Center
- American Studies Center
- Department of Foreign Languages – studies and certifications for English, French, German, Italian and Spanish
- Department of Asian Studies (language and culture studies – Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Azeri, Hindi)
ACTIVE AND SUSTAINED STUDENT LIFE:
- RAU Student Club
- Tourism Club
- RAU Theater Studio
- Sports teams
- Cultural and charity activities, workshops, trainings etc.
Contact
+4-031 405 8728
(extension 2, then extension 5)
