2026 Khalifa University Graduate Scholarship in UAE

2026 Khalifa University Graduate Scholarship in UAE; The 2026 Khalifa University Graduate Scholarship in the United Arab Emirates is now open for applications. This fully funded scholarship supports international students pursuing postgraduate studies, including doctoral programs, at Khalifa University of Science and Technology.

The scholarship provides extensive financial coverage, including tuition fees, an attractive monthly stipend, books, medical insurance, airfare, and visa costs.

Scholarship Coverage

Khalifa University’s Graduate Scholarship offers comprehensive support for postgraduate students, covering:

Full tuition fees
40,000 AED annual living stipend (approximately $10,890)
Textbooks
Medical insurance
Flight tickets
Visa application fees

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Academic Qualifications

Direct PhD Admission:
- Completion of a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with a minimum CGPA of 3.5/4.0 or equivalent.
Master’s to PhD Admission:
- Completion of a master’s degree in a relevant field with a minimum CGPA of 3.25/4.0 or equivalent.

English Proficiency

Applicants must provide proof of English proficiency through one of the following:

TOEFL iBT score of 91 or equivalent
IELTS score of 6.5 (overall)
1550 EmSAT English score

GRE Requirement

Minimum quantitative score of 150 in the GRE General Test
All three sections of the GRE must be attempted

Additional Requirements

Minimum of two referee recommendations
Statement of purpose (500–1,000 words)
Research statement (500–1,000 words)
Successful performance in the admission interview

Scholarship Value (Tier-Based)

Depending on the scholarship tier awarded, benefits may include:

Full tuition coverage
Basic monthly stipend: 20,000 AED
Additional monthly allowance: 20,000 AED (subject to approval and academic progress)
University-provided textbooks
Funding to attend international research conferences (subject to approval)
Medical insurance for full-time international students
Mobilization and demobilization flights between home country and Abu Dhabi
UAE visa application fee coverage

Note: Recipients are required to work for Khalifa University or a nominated partner after graduation for a period equal to the duration of their scholarship.