Are you looking for a fully funded scholarship in the UAE to pursue a Master’s or Ph.D. degree? The Khalifa University Scholarship 2026 in UAE is now open for international students for the Spring 2025 intake. This prestigious program covers full tuition fees, provides monthly stipends, and offers additional benefits such as free accommodation, medical insurance, and travel allowances for eligible candidates.
Summary of the Khalifa University Scholarship 2026:
- Host Institution: Khalifa University of Science and Technology
- Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Degree Levels: Master’s and Ph.D. programs
- Funding Type: Fully Funded (with partial funding tiers)
- Eligibility: Open to students from all countries
- Application Deadline: 2 September 2025
- Missing Documents Deadline: 19 November 2025
- Study Mode: Full-time and Part-time
Available Fields of Study
- Engineering
- Information Security
- Nuclear Engineering
- Applied Mathematics
- Computing and Information Science
- Biomedical Science and Engineering
- Aerospace Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Petroleum Engineering
- Robotics
- Sustainable Critical Infrastructure
- Chemical Engineering
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Engineering Systems and Management
Scholarship Benefits
For Master’s Students
Tier I & II:
- Full tuition coverage
- Free textbooks
- On-campus accommodation (for full-time students)
- Medical insurance (for full-time international students)
- Return airfare (subject to approval)
- UAE visa fees
Tier III:
- 50% tuition waiver
- Textbooks, medical insurance, and travel benefits
Tier IV:
- Textbooks, visa, medical insurance, and flight support (no tuition waiver)
For Ph.D. Students
Research Path (with post-graduation work commitment):
- Tier I: Full tuition, AED 20,000 basic stipend + AED 20,000 additional allowance, textbooks, visa, flights, and medical insurance.
- Tier II: Full tuition, AED 20,000 stipend + AED 10,000 allowance, full benefits.
- Tier III: 75% tuition waiver, AED 20,000 stipend, all other benefits.
- Tier IV: 50% tuition waiver, free accommodation, and other benefits.
Study Path (without work commitment):
- Tier I: Full tuition, AED 4,000 stipend, free accommodation, and full benefits.
- Tier II: 75% tuition waiver, AED 2,000 stipend.
- Tier III: 50% tuition waiver, free accommodation.
- Tier IV: 25% tuition waiver, free accommodation.
Eligibility Requirements
Master’s Applicants:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
- English proficiency: TOEFL iBT 91, IELTS 6.5, or EmSAT 1550
- GRE score of 150 (for MSc programs)
- Statement of Purpose (500–1000 words)
- Two recommendation letters
- Interview
Ph.D. Applicants:
- Master’s degree in a relevant field
- Minimum GPA of 3.25 (Master’s) and 3.5 (Bachelor’s)
- GRE score of 150 or above
- TOEFL iBT 91+, IELTS 6.5, or EmSAT 1550
- Statement of Purpose (500–1000 words)
- Research Proposal (500–1000 words)
- Two recommendation letters
- Interview
Required Documents
- Academic transcripts and certificates (Bachelor’s and Master’s)
- English language test results (TOEFL/IELTS/EmSAT)
- GRE score report
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Statement of Purpose
- Research Proposal (Ph.D. only)
- Passport copy and passport-size photo
- UAE visa (if applicable)
- National ID (for UAE residents)
- Family Book (for UAE nationals)
- Equivalency Certificate (for non-UAE degrees)
Selection Criteria
Applicants are evaluated based on:
- Academic excellence
- Relevant research or professional experience
- Strength of Statement of Purpose
- Quality of recommendation letters
- Alignment with Khalifa University’s research goals
How to Apply for Khalifa University Scholarship 2026
- Select a Program: Explore Master’s and Ph.D. options on the Khalifa University website.
- Check Requirements: Ensure you meet academic and language criteria.
- Understand Funding: Review scholarship tiers and benefits.
- Submit Application: Apply online before the deadline.
Apply Now via the Official Website
For more details, visit the Khalifa University Official Website.
