2027 Khalifa University Graduate Scholarship in UAE

Applications for the 2027 Khalifa University Fall Postgraduate Admission for Master’s and Doctoral Programs are currently Open.

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.

The following are the requirements for the 2027 Khalifa University Scholarship:

• 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

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. 

To apply for the Khalifa University Scholarship, candidates should scan in a clear and legible form and 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 who 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.

To apply for the 2027 Khalifah University Graduate Scholarship, interested and qualified applicants should follow the steps outlined;

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  Step 1: Select the program you want to study.

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  Step 2: Review your application requirements.

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  Step 3: Review the scholarships for postgraduate students.

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  Step 4: Submit your application.

Best Wishes.