The foundation of American International University West Africa (AIU) arose from the agreement dated 1998 with Government of Guinea to establish a hospital in Conakry, Republic of Guinea. American Hospital, known as Centre Medical International was established in Gbessia, Conakry and inaugurated by H.E. Lansana Conte, The President of Republic of Guinea on November 16, 1998.
The provision of the 1998 Agreement for establishing an institution of higher education, was approved in 2007 through gazetted decree issued by the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Republic of Guinea (Decree No: 2007/1224/ME/MESRS/CAB).
Consequently, establishment of American International University West Africa by Government of The Gambia was executed on 31st August 2010 through an MOU. AIU established Health Science Center at The Gambia, consisting of five colleges, College of Medicine, College of Dentistry, College of Pharmacy, College of Nursing and College of Health Professionals. The first Gambia campus was located at 89 Kairaba Avenue and enrollment from 11 countries started on January 31, 2011.
AIUWA signed an agreement in September 2011 with the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Government of The Gambia to utilize all the Government owned health facilities for educational purposes for its students.
In 2012, AIUWA acquired land at Kanifing Instituional Area and started building a new campus to accommodate new students and to provide new learning facilities for its five colleges.
In 2014, College of Management & Information Technology was established in Brusubi, enrolling students for programmes in Accounting & Finance, Business Administration, Computer Science & Technology, Human Resources & Labor Management, Philosophy, Politics & Economics.
In 2016, the new construction of the new campus was completed, this completion of a world-class, state of the art campus consisting of a Library, 12 Classrooms, 2 Auditoriums, 7 Laboratories, all encompassed in a 125,000 sq ft on 6 acres of land.
In 2024, a new campus for the College of Management & Information Tehcnology was completed at Bijilo (opposite QCity Mall), consisting of 33 rooms, classrooms and offices.
The mission of American International University West Africa (AIUWA) is to promote human health professionals and build human capacity for the country and the sub-region.
We will fulfill our mission by emphasizing rigorous fundamentals while stimulating innovation as we educate, in a dynamic learning environment, physicians, dentists, pharmacists, scientists, and other professionals to become leaders in their fields, contribute to the advancement through discovery, research, scholarship, and communication, and join with our partner institutions to provide the best professional services to the communities.
To train, in a spirit of collegiality and with a standard of excellence, outstanding clinicians and innovative and humane leaders in medicine and science. To foster:
AIUWA prioritize academic excellence as the foundation of our mission. We are committed to providing rigorous, cutting-edge educational programs that challenge and inspire students to achieve their full potential..
AIUWA emphasize research and innovation as essential components of our mission. We actively promote the pursuit of knowledge and discovery, with a focus on developing new ideas and advancing human understanding.
AIUWA understands the importance of a global perspective in today's interconnected world. We are committed to preparing students to be global citizens who can engage effectively with diverse cultures and perspectives.
AIUWA embrace diversity and inclusion as fundamental values. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment that promotes equal opportunity and fosters mutual respect and understanding.
AIUWA recognizes the importance of engaging with the broader community. We actively seek opportunities to collaborate with local and global partners to address complex social, economic, and environmental challenges..
AIUWA prioritize leadership and ethics as key components of our educational mission. We strive to develop graduates who are not only knowledgeable and skilled, but also ethical and responsible leaders who can make a positive impact in the world..