Research Deanship Accreditation (RDA) & Research Units Accreditation (RUA)
Unlocking Research Excellence
Presented by the American Research Foundation
Both accreditation streams are designed to recognize and elevate institutions dedicated to research excellence and leadership.
What is RDA & RUA?
- A prestigious accreditation program
- Validates commitment to research excellence
- Applicable to research centers, faculties, colleges, academic departments, and industry research units
Benefits of RDA & RUA – Why Pursue Accreditation?
- Recognition: Elevate your institution’s status in the global academic and research community
- Research Excellence Assurance: Benchmark your research standards against international excellence
- Network: Join a distinguished network of leading research institutions
- Impact: Enhance the impact of your research endeavors
Eligibility – Who Can Apply?
- Universities and colleges
- Research centers and institutes
- Academic departments with research divisions
- Industry research units
Accreditation Process
How to Achieve Accreditation
- Application Submission: Complete the application form
- Review: Comprehensive evaluation by our expert panel
- Site Visit: On-site assessment of research facilities and practices
- Approval: Accreditation granted upon meeting all criteria
- Continuous Improvement: Ongoing support and periodic reviews
Distinguished Network
Join Our Esteemed Network
- Collaborate with leading research units and institutions
- Access exclusive resources and opportunities
- Participate in interdisciplinary research initiatives
