2026 Khalifa University Graduate Scholarship in the UAE (Fully Funded)

Study Level: Master’s & PhD
Host Institution: Khalifa University of Science and Technology, United Arab Emirates
Application Deadline: 15 September 2025

Overview

Khalifa University in Abu Dhabi is offering fully funded graduate scholarships for international and domestic students in 2026. The scholarship provides exceptional support to postgraduate students, covering full tuition fees along with a generous monthly stipend and additional allowances.

The program is designed to attract talented students to pursue Master’s and PhD degrees in various fields at one of the UAE’s leading research universities.

Scholarship Coverage

The fully funded Khalifa University Graduate Scholarship includes:

• Full tuition fee coverage
  
• Monthly stipend of 20,000 AED
  
• An additional monthly allowance of 20,000 AED (subject to approval and academic performance)
  
• Free textbooks provided by the university
  
• Support to attend international research conferences (approval required)
  
• Medical insurance for international students
  
• Round-trip airfare (mobilization and demobilization flights) for students coming from abroad
  
• Visa application fees covered for international students
  
• Commitment to work with Khalifa University or a designated organization after graduation for a period equal to the duration of study
  

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Academic Qualification
  
  • For direct PhD admission: A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with a minimum CGPA of 3.5/4.0 from an accredited university.
    
  • For Master’s admission: A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with strong academic records.
    
  • For PhD via Master’s route: A Master’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.25/4.0 from an accredited university.
    
• English Proficiency (one of the following)
  
  • TOEFL iBT score of 91 or higher, or
    
  • IELTS Academic overall score of 6.5 or higher, or
    
  • EmSAT English score of 1550
    
• GRE Requirement
  
  • Minimum 150 in the quantitative section
    
  • Applicants must attempt all three sections
    
• Other Requirements
  
  • Two recommendation letters (submitted via online form)
    
  • Statement of Purpose (500–1,000 words)
    
  • Research Statement (500–1,000 words)
    
  • Successful admission interview
    

Scholarship Value

Depending on the awarded tier, benefits may include:

• Fully funded tuition
  
• Monthly stipend and allowances up to 40,000 AED
  
• Research and conference support
  
• Health insurance and visa coverage
  

>Type: Postgraduate (Master’s & PhD)
> Host Country: United Arab Emirates
> Deadline: 15 September 2025