Khalifa University Graduate Scholarship 2025 in UAE | Fully Funded
The Khalifa University supports international students pursuing a Master’s and Doctoral degree at Khalifa University.
Scholarship eligibility is assessed as part of the admission process and applicants are not required to submit a separate scholarship application. The number of available scholarship slots is limited.
All applicants are evaluated and mapped to a specific scholarship Tier (full-time or part-time) on the basis of academic merit and other relevant factors, in line with Khalifa University’s strategic priorities, rules and regulations. Meeting the eligibility criteria for a specific Tier does not guarantee a scholarship award.
Khalifa University Graduate Scholarship covers educational expenses including an attractive monthly stipend for postgraduate programs offered by the University.
Summary of the Scholarship
- Value: $10,890
- Type: Postgraduate, PhD Scholarships
- Country to Study: United Arab Emirates
- School to Study: Khalifa University
- Sponsor: Khalifa University Graduate Scholarship
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Funding Type: Fully Funded
- Benefits: Full Scholarship, $10,890 (AED40,000) Monthly Stipends, Accommodation, Visa fee, Medical Insurance
- Deadline: September 2, 2024
Eligibility Requirements
- 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.
Benefits
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.
Required Documents
To apply for the Khalifa University Scholarship, candidates should scan in a clear and legible form and be upload the following documents online:
- Certified copy of Bachelor’s/Master’s degree certificate (as applicable)
- Equivalency certificate issued by the UAE Ministry of Education for applicants that have graduated from institutions outside of the UAE.
- To apply for your Equivalency Certificate, visit the UAE Ministry of Education Equivalency Certificate page and start the process as soon as possible as it is a lengthy process.
- Official school transcript showing the grading scale.
- English language proficiency score certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or EmSAT).
- Official TOEFL score reports can be sent directly by your institution to Khalifa University of Science and Technology using the institutional TOEFL code 0960.
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE) score report. Official score reports can be sent directly to Khalifa University of Science and Technology using the institutional GRE code 0822.
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Statement of Purpose (500 to 1,000 words).
- Passport-style photograph on a white background.
- Copy of valid passport. International applicants who reside in the UAE should also upload a clear copy of their valid UAE visa.
- Copy of Family Book (Khulasat Al Qaid). This is required for UAE National applicants only.
- Valid UAE national ID card (for national and international applicants currently residing in the UAE).
- Statement of Purpose (500-1,000 words).
- Research Statement (500 to 1,000 words). This is for PhD applicants only.
How to Apply
- Step 1: Select the program you want to study.
- Step 2: Review your application requirements.
- Step 3: Review the scholarships for postgraduate students.
- Step 4: Submit your application
Deadline: 2nd September, 2024.