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From five business students in 2012 to a university in the middle of Ulaanbaatar: where AUM came from, where it is, and what life here is actually like.
From five students to AUM
AUM officially began in 2012 as LETU Mongolia, a business undergraduate program with only five students, and grew from there. The partnership with LeTourneau University was signed in 2013, the first exchange students went to LeTourneau in 2014–2015, and the first class graduated in 2016. In 2024, LETU Mongolia rebranded as the American University of Mongolia we know today.
Our U.S. partner: LeTourneau University
LeTourneau University is AUM's partner university in the United States. Founded in 1946 by R.G. LeTourneau, a renowned inventor, it is located in Longview, Texas, about two hours east of Dallas. LeTourneau's legacy reaches Mongolia, too: mining companies here use equipment originally designed by its founder.
LeTourneau is ranked #27 among western U.S. universities and is known for its engineering and aviation programs. It welcomes international students. Through the LETU 2+2 program, students can complete two years of study in Mongolia at AUM before continuing their education at LeTourneau in the United States. Eligible students may qualify for a scholarship covering up to 100% of tuition for one year at LeTourneau. TOEFL, IELTS, and SAT scores are not required for admission to the program.
LeTourneau at a glance
- Longview, Texas, USA
- Founded in 1946
- Ranked #27 among western U.S. universities
- Known for engineering and aviation programs
- Welcomes international students
Visit LeTourneau University's website
See AUM's Study in the USA page and LeTourneau campus photos
AUM now offers bachelor's programs in Business Administration, Data Science and Marketing, along with an MBA and an MBA in Data Science.
In the heart of the city
The campus sits right beside Sukhbaatar Square, surrounded by social spaces suited to university life. Around the area you'll find plenty of places to eat and spots to unwind, from billiards and PC cafés to karaoke.
American-style student life
Student life at AUM is busy with both study and fun: accredited, stimulating courses balanced with weekly community events, clubs, and big holiday celebrations.
The American influence runs strong. Students take their classes American style, free to choose their own classes and schedule. They speak English every day and celebrate American holidays like Thanksgiving and Halloween, plus the annual university potluck.
A place to belong
At AUM, you can count on making friends and memories, thanks to a welcoming, friendly culture and student body. There's a dedicated billiards and table tennis room, hangout spaces stocked with board games, and even a very comfortable sleeping room with bean bags, air mattresses and blankets for when you need a breather.
The AUM experience is rich with learning, connection and fun. It develops you not only academically but as a whole person, so that when you graduate, you're ready to thrive.
