This study examined the relationship between sleeping patterns and academic performance among 190 undergraduate medical students in Ajman, United Arab Emirates. The study found that 48% of students slept 6-8 hours on average per night, while 22% slept less than 6 hours and 30% slept more than 8 hours. Students who slept more than 6 hours on weekends had significantly higher GPAs than those sleeping less than 6 hours. The majority (63%) of students felt 6-8 hours of sleep was needed for better academic performance. The study concluded that students need 6-8 hours of sleep daily for good health and academic success.