Khalifa University Graduate Scholarship covers educational expenses including an attractive monthly stipend for postgraduate programs offered by the University. Khalifa University of Science and Technology offers its graduate students comprehensive scholarships that cover necessary educational expenses such as tuition, 40,000AED living stipends ($10,890), books, medical insurance, airfare, and visa fees.

Eligibility: 

• Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.5 out of 4.0 or equivalent from a reputable accredited institution (for Bachelor’s to PhD direct admission), or

• Completion of a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum CGPA of 3.25 out of 4.0 or equivalent from a reputable accredited institution.

• A minimum level of English proficiency in the form of either:

  • iBT TOEFL (internet-based test) score of 91 or equivalent, or

  • Overall academic IELTS score of 6.5, or

  • 1550 EmSAT English score

• A minimum quantitative score of 150 in the general Graduate Record Examination (GRE).  Applicants must attempt all three sections of the GRE.

• A minimum of two referee recommendations (provided via online form).

• Statement of purpose (500-1,000 words).

• Research statement (500-1,000 words).

• Admission interview.

Value: 

Depending on the Tier of scholarships awarded to successful applicants, the following are the benefits of the Khalifa University Scholarship.

A fully funded Tier Scholarship covers;

• Full coverage of tuition fees.

• Basic monthly stipend of 20,000 AED.

• Additional monthly allowance of 20,000 AED, subject to approval and meeting scholarship progression criteria.

• Textbooks provided by the University.

• Support to attend international research conferences, subject to approval.

• Medical insurance coverage for full-time international students sponsored by Khalifa University.

• Mobilization and demobilization flights (between home country and Abu Dhabi) for full-time overseas international students, subject to approval.

• Coverage of UAE visa application fees for full-time international students.

• Commitment to work with Khalifa University or a nominated entity upon graduation for a period equivalent to the period of study. 

 Type: Postgraduate
Deadline: September 15, 2026
Host Country: UAE

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