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Khalifa University Scholarships

Khalifa University

A highly lucrative, fully funded scholarship in the UAE offering international STEM students full tuition coverage and a high monthly living stipend.

Fully FundedUnited Arab EmiratesPostgraduateSTEM
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Full Description

Khalifa University in Abu Dhabi offers comprehensive scholarships to attract the world’s best scientific and engineering minds. The university is deeply integrated with the UAE’s rapid technological growth, offering research opportunities in aerospace, clean energy, AI, and petroleum engineering. The scholarship ensures students have zero financial worries while conducting high-level research.

Benefits

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100% coverage of tuition fees
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Master’s stipend: ~AED 8,000 per month
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PhD stipend: ~AED 10,000 to 12,000 per month
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Comprehensive health insurance
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Annual flight tickets to the student’s home country
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Support to attend international research conferences

Eligibility Criteria

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Hold a relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree in a STEM field
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Minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 (for Master’s) or 3.2 (for PhD)
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Strong English proficiency (IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 91)
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GRE scores are highly recommended and often required for specific programs

Required Documents

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Academic transcripts and degree certificates
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Statement of purpose
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Research proposal (for PhD)
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Two to three recommendation letters
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GRE and IELTS/TOEFL scores

Application Process

  1. Apply online for graduate admission at Khalifa University
  2. All admitted international students are automatically assessed for the scholarship based on their academic profile
  3. Shortlisted candidates may be interviewed by faculty members

Important Information

•The stipends are tax-free in the UAE, making this one of the most financially rewarding graduate scholarships in the world.
FundingFull tuition + generous monthly stipend
CountryUnited Arab Emirates
Study LevelPostgraduate
CategorySTEM
EligibilityOutstanding international students pursuing master’s and PhD programs in STEM
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