Khalifa University of Science and Technology offers the following scholarships to support qualified international students enrolled in postgraduate programs. The University reserves the right to make changes to the published scholarship benefits and conditions without prior notice.
Khalifa University of Science and Technology offers its graduate students comprehensive scholarships that cover necessary educational expenses. Scholarship eligibility is assessed as part of the admission process and applicants are not required to submit a separate scholarship application.
For the 2025 Spring session, the Khalifa University Graduate Scholarship will accept applications to the following programmes;
- College of Engineering
- College of Sciences
- College of Medicine and Health Sciences
Khalifa University Information
Founded in 2007, Khalifa University is a private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium-sized city of Abu Dhabi (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Sharjah. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Education, United Arab Emirates, Khalifa University (KUSTAR) is a very small (uniRank enrollment range: 250-499 students) coeducational higher education institution. Khalifa University (KUSTAR) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 12 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 0-10% making this Emirati higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
- 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 quantitative score of 150 in the general Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Applicants must attempt all three sections of the GRE.
- A minimum of two referee recommendations (provided via online form).
- Statement of purpose (500-1,000 words).
- Research statement (500-1,000 words).
- 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
Offered Benefits
The Khalifah University Scholarship offers the following;
- 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
Application Process
Follow the procedures below to submit an application for the 2025 Khalifa University Scholarship;
- Step 1: Select the program you want to study.
- Step 2: Review your application requirements.
- Step 3: Review the scholarships for postgraduate students.
- Step 4: Submit your application.
Required Documents:
Candidates should scan in a clear and legible form and be 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 that 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.
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE) score report. Official score reports can be sent directly to Khalifa University of Science and Technology using the institutional GRE code 0822.
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Statement of Purpose (500 to 1,000 words).
- Passport-style photograph on a white background.
- Copy of valid passport. International applicants who reside in the UAE should also upload a clear copy of their valid UAE visa.
- Copy of Family Book (Khulasat Al Qaid). This is required for UAE National applicants only.
- Valid UAE national ID card (for national and international applicants currently residing in the UAE).
- Statement of Purpose (500-1,000 words).
- Research Statement (500 to 1,000 words). This is for PhD applicants only.
Founded in 2007, Khalifa University is a private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium-sized city of Abu Dhabi (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Sharjah. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Education, United Arab Emirates, Khalifa University (KUSTAR) is a very small (uniRank enrollment range: 250-499 students) coeducational higher education institution. Khalifa University (KUSTAR) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 12 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 0-10% making this Emirati higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.