Khalifa University Scholarships in UAE 2025 - Fully Funded

 

Khalifa University Scholarship is a fully-funded scholarship program offered to students who want to grow as individuals and Khalifa University makes its students the best professionals in their fields. Students not only learn their degree courses but also learn how to live as better human beings. Students tend to experience a multi-cultural environment in UAE.

Khalifa University Undergraduate Scholarship Programs

Scholarship for UAE National and Children of Emirati Mothers

1.     Full Tuition fees.
2.       Free University accommodation for eligible students.
3.     Free weekly transportation for eligible students.
4.     Textbooks provided by the University.

Scholarships for International Students 

Tier I

1.     Full coverage of tuition fees.
2.     Textbooks provided by the University.

Tier II

1.     Partial waiver of 50% or 75% of tuition fees.
2.     Textbooks provided by the University.

Tier III

1.     Textbooks provided by the University. For Active Student Scholarship:
2. Scholarships External Sponsors

Khalifa University partners with external sponsors to provide scholarships that go beyond financial support, incorporating research, industry connections, and practical skills to enhance students' education and career opportunities.

Example of External Sponsors:

1.     Abu Dhabi Investment Authority
2.     Ministry of Education
3.     Ministry of Defence
4.     Ministry of Interior
5.     Emirates Health Services

Khalifa University Graduate Scholarship Programs

Khalifa University Medical Scholarship for UAE Nationals:

1. Full Tuition Cover
2. Free accommodation will be offer
3. Monthly stipend of AED 27,000.
4. Also, provide students with textbooks
5. Students also get additional allowances

Khalifa University Scholarship for International Students:

1. Full Tuition Cover
2. Free accommodation will be offer
3. Also, provide students with textbooks
4. Students also get additional allowances

KU Master Research Teaching Scholarship (MRTS) for International Students:

1. Full Tuition Cover
2. Health Insurance
3. Airfare Allowance - Flights to and from UAE
4. Provides support for international conferences

Combined Master/Doctoral Research Training Scholarships (CMDRTS):

1. A monthly allowance for MSc is AED 8,000
2. A monthly allowance for Ph.D. is AED 12,000
3. Full Tuition Cover
4. Health insurance provided
5. Provides Support for international conferences
6. Provide flight assistance to International students.
7. Free university accommodation

China Scholarship council – Khalifa University Joint Ph.D. Scholarship:

1. A monthly allowance is provided both from Khalifa University and CSC.
2. Khalifa University provides a monthly allowance of AED 5,500.
3. Flight tickets are also provided by CSC.
4. Covers fees and all research-associated fees.
5. Provides Free University accommodation.
6. Free textbooks are provided.
7. Covers all Visa processing costs.
8. UAE health insurance is also provided.

Doctoral Research Training Scholarships for International Students:

1. A monthly allowance for doctoral research training is AED 12,000.
2. Covers Full university tuition.
3. Medical health insurance is provided.
4. The scholarship also provides Support to join international conferences.
5. Provides flight assistance to international applicants.
6. Free university accommodation

Buhooth Scholarship for UAE Nationals:

1.  A monthly stipend
2.  UAE-based Buhooth - AED 30,000 for single,
3.  Allowance of AED 33, 000 for married during MSC,
4.  For Doctoral Stipend of AED 36,000 for single, / AED 39, 000 for married.
5.     Full Tuition Fee is cover.
6.     Support to join international research conferences.
7.     Excellent opportunity to visit international research centers around the globe.

Eligibility Criteria for Khalifa University Scholarships in UAE

Candidates must check the eligibility criteria for the choice of their program as details are given below.

1. All International and UAE students can apply to Khalifa University Scholarship Program.
2. For Undergraduate Degree Program, students should have a 2-year college degreebachelor's degree program
3. For Master Degree Program, students should have a 4-year bachelor's degree program or equivalent with a CGPA of a Minimum of 3.0.
4. For Ph.D. Degree Program, students should have a Master’s Degree or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 3.25.
5. Students must be proficient in the English Language.
6. Students must provide IELTS, and TOFEL EmSAT English certificates.
7. Students must provide a Statement of Purpose.
8. Students must also provide a research statement
9. Two Recommendation letters
10. Students must also pass interviews taken for admission
11. Masters Studies Eligibility Criteria: HERE
12. Medical Studies Eligibility Criteria: HERE
13. Ph.D. Studies Eligibility Criteria: HERE

Documents Required for Apply:

Please check the documents list for the required documents for apply:

1. Passport
2. Passport Size Photograph
3. Academic Degree
4. Academic Transcripts
5. English Proficiency Certificate
6. Education Equivalency Certificate for International students outside of UAE.
7. GRE Score Result
8. SOP
9. Research Statement
10. CV or Resume 

How to Apply for Khalifa University Scholarship?

Students have to Apply Online for the Khalifa University Scholarship by the following procedure given below:

1.     The applicant needs to apply online for admission and scholarship - Apply Online - HERE
2.     After registration, the applicant will receive an email notification confirming the Sign-up.
3.     The next step is to login in admission Portal, applicant needs to complete the application form by providing all the required details like personal information, e.g., his / her name, postal address, date of birth, country, religion, etc.
4.     The applicant also needs to provide data on his/her current affiliation, e.g., academic or professional experiences.
5.     The next step is to Upload your photographs and all scanned copies of documents in the required format.
6.     The applicant needs to complete his/her application carefully and submit it.
7.     International Applicants outside UAE must apply in the first round of admissions; otherwise, the faculty will decide on a merit basis for the second round.
8.     The rejected applicants of first-round are not eligible to apply for the admissions in second round.

Application Deadline for Khalifa University Scholarship 2025?

There are multiple deadlines for each session to apply at Khalifa University!