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Khalifa University of Science and Technology offers comprehensive, fully funded graduate scholarships to both local and international students. These scholarships cover tuition, monthly stipends of up to AED 40,000 ($10,890), accommodation, visa fees, books, health insurance, and travel expenses.
Scholarship Summary
* Host Country:** United Arab Emirates
* Study Location: Asia
* Institution: Khalifa University
* Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Master’s & PhD
* Eligible Countries: All Countries
Scholarship Rewards
* Full Tuition
* AED 40,000 ($10,890) Monthly Stipend
* Accommodation
* Medical Insurance
* Visa Fees
* Airfare
Deadline:
May 18, 2025
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Scholarship Details
Applications for the 2025 Spring Postgraduate Admission at Khalifa University are now open. Scholarships are awarded based on academic merit and alignment with the university's strategic priorities. You do not need a separate application for the scholarship; it is assessed as part of your admission process.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with a minimum CGPA of 3.5/4.0 for direct PhD admission, OR
- Master’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.25/4.0 for regular postgraduate admission.
- English Proficiency: TOEFL iBT: 91+, OR IELTS: 6.5+, OR EmSAT English: 1550
- GRE: Minimum 150 (Quantitative section). All three sections must be attempted.
- Two referee recommendations
- Statement of Purpose (500–1,000 words)
- Research Statement (500–1,000 words, PhD only)
- Admission Interview
Scholarship Benefits
Depending on the Tier awarded, benefits may include:
* Full Tuition Fee Waiver
* AED 20,000 Basic Monthly Stipend
* Additional AED 20,000 Allowance (based on scholarship progression)
* Textbooks & Research Conference Support
* Medical Insurance
* Return Flights (Home country ↔ Abu Dhabi)
* UAE Visa Fee Coverage
* Post-graduation work commitment with KU or partner organization
Required Documents
Ensure all documents are clear, scanned, and uploaded during the application:
1. Certified Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree Certificate
2. Equivalency Certificate (for non-UAE graduates)
3. Official Transcript with grading scale
4. English Proficiency Scores (IELTS/TOEFL/EmSAT)
5. GRE Score Report
6. CV/Resume
7. Statement of Purpose
8. Research Statement (PhD only)
9. Passport-size photo (white background)
10. Passport Copy
11. UAE Visa Copy (if residing in UAE)
12. National ID (if applicable)
13. Family Book (UAE Nationals only)
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
To apply, follow the steps below:
Step 1: Select your desired graduate program
Step 2: Review the admission requirements
Step 3: Review available scholarships
Step 4: Submit your application via the [Application Portal]
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