Applications are now open for the Khalifa University Scholarship 2026, a fully funded opportunity for both UAE nationals and international students. The scholarship supports Undergraduate, Master’s, and PhD programs and covers tuition fees, accommodation, airfare, health insurance, monthly stipends, books, and visa fees. Studying at Khalifa University in Abu Dhabi provides access to world-class education and cutting-edge research opportunities.
Scholarship Overview
- Host Country: United Arab Emirates
- University: Khalifa University
- Degree Levels: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD
- Intake: Fall 2026
- Deadline: 2nd March 2026
- Benefits: Fully Funded
Financial Benefits
The scholarship offers extensive support to students:
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Free textbooks
- On-campus accommodation
- Health insurance
- Airfare coverage
- UAE visa fee coverage
Programs Offered
College of Engineering and Physical Sciences
- Aerospace Engineering (MSc)
- Chemical Engineering (MSc)
- Civil & Infrastructural Engineering (MSc)
- Electrical & Computer Engineering (MSc)
- Engineering Systems & Management (MSc)
- Health Systems Management (MSc)
- Materials Science & Engineering (MSc)
- Mechanical Engineering (MSc)
- Nuclear Engineering (MSc)
- Petroleum Engineering (MSc)
- Health, Safety & Environmental Engineering (MSc)
- Applied Chemistry (MSc)
- Medical Physics (MSc)
- Petroleum Geoscience (MSc)
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College of Computing and Mathematical Sciences
- Computational Data Science (MSc)
- Computer Science (MSc)
- Electrical & Computer Engineering (MSc)
- Applied Mathematics (MSc)
College of Medicine and Health Sciences
- Biomedical Engineering (MSc)
- Molecular Life Sciences (MSc)
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to UAE nationals and international applicants
- Bachelor’s required for Master’s; Master’s required for PhD
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL/EmSAT)
- GRE minimum 150 quantitative score (if applicable)
- Two reference letters
- Statement of Purpose (500–1000 words)
- Interview required
English Language Test Exemption
The test may be waived if the applicant:
- Is a native English speaker
- Completed previous degree at an English-medium institution
Required Documents
- Degrees and certificates
- UAE Ministry of Education Equivalency Certificate (if applicable)
- Official transcripts
- English proficiency score
- GRE score (if applicable)
- CV / Resume
- Passport photo
- Passport & UAE visa (if applicable)
- Family Book (UAE Nationals)
- UAE ID (if applicable)
- Statement of Purpose
- Research Statement (PhD applicants)
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How to Apply
The application process is entirely online. Complete all sections, upload required documents, and submit through the official Khalifa University portal.
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