The 2026 Khalifa University Graduate Scholarship is now open for international students seeking fully funded Master’s and PhD opportunities in the United Arab Emirates. This prestigious scholarship covers full tuition fees, a generous monthly stipend, medical insurance, accommodation support, visa fees, airfare, and more.
Khalifa University is one of the leading research institutions in the Middle East, offering world-class postgraduate programs in science, engineering, and technology. If you are looking for a fully funded academic pathway in Asia, this is an excellent opportunity.
Khalifa University Graduate Scholarship Summary
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Host Country: United Arab Emirates
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Study Abroad: Yes (Asia)
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Level: Master’s & PhD
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Eligible Countries: All Countries
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Funding: Fully Funded
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Reward Package:
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Full Tuition
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Monthly Stipend: AED 40,000 ($10,890)
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Textbooks
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Accommodation Support
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Medical Insurance
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Visa Fees Covered
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Airfare (Mobilization & Demobilization)
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IELTS Requirement: Required
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Deadline: March 6, 2026
2026 Khalifa University Scholarship Details
Applications are now open for the 2026 Fall Postgraduate Admission into Master’s and Doctoral programs at Khalifa University.
Scholarships are awarded based on academic merit during the admission process—students are not required to submit a separate scholarship application. Evaluation is based on academic performance, GRE scores, recommendation letters, and interview results.
Khalifa University offers different scholarship tiers (full-time & part-time), and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee selection due to limited slots.
Eligibility Requirements
To apply for the 2026 Khalifa University Graduate Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Academic Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree with minimum CGPA of 3.5/4.0 for direct PhD admission
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Master’s degree with minimum CGPA of 3.25/4.0
English Proficiency
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TOEFL iBT: 91
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IELTS: 6.5
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EmSAT English: 1550
Other Requirements
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GRE Quantitative score: Minimum 150
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Two recommendation letters
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Statement of Purpose (500–1,000 words)
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Research Statement (PhD only)
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Admission interview
Benefits of the 2026 Khalifa University Scholarship
Depending on the awarded tier, full-time international students receive:
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Full tuition coverage
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Monthly stipend up to AED 40,000
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Textbooks and academic resources
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Coverage of medical insurance
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Sponsorship for international research conferences
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Round-trip airfare for overseas international students
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Full coverage of UAE visa fees
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Employment commitment with Khalifa University or its partners upon graduation
Required Documents
Applicants must upload clear and certified digital copies of the following:
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Bachelor’s/Master’s degree certificate
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UAE Equivalency Certificate (for non-UAE graduates)
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Official transcripts with grading scale
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English proficiency results (TOEFL/IELTS/EmSAT)
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GRE score report (institution code: 0822)
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Detailed CV
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Passport-style photograph
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Passport copy (and UAE visa, if applicable)
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National ID (UAE residents only)
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Statement of Purpose
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Research Statement (PhD applicants)
How to Apply for the 2026 Khalifa University Graduate Scholarship (Step-by-Step)
Follow the steps below to apply:
