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Khalifa University Scholarship UAE 2027: Fully Funded Opportunity

Published: September 15, 2026;5 min read;By Scholars World

Khalifa University Scholarship: Shall we explore the possibility of a fully-funded scholarship in the Arab Emirates?

Applications are now being accepted from all qualified and interested international students for the 2027 Khalifa University Scholarship for Fall Admission.

The entirety of the costs of your tuition, accommodation, living and travel expenses, as well as comprehensive medical insurance during the corresponding academic period are covered by the scholarship.

In this post, the full details of the eligibility, benefits, timeline, and application procedure will be provided.

Scholarship Host: Khalifa University
Host Country: Asia || UAE
Category: Postgraduate Scholarships || Masters Scholarships || PhD Scholarships 
Benefits: Full Scholarship • Tuition Costs • Accommodation • $10,890 (40,000AED) Living Stipends
Eligibility: Students from 190+ Countries
Deadline: September 28, 2026

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.

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Selected awardees receive a comprehensive financial package that removes financial barriers:

  • 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.

To be eligible for the postgraduate Khalifah University Scholarship UAE 2027, 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 3.0 out of 4.0, or equivalent (e.g. an upper second-class honors in a UK-style degree, from a reputable accredited institution).
  • 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

While applying for the 2027 Khalifah University Graduate Scholarships, you will be required to submit the following 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.

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The step-by-step guide to apply for the Khalifa University Scholarship is as follows;

  • Visit the official scholarship portal (Click the link below).
  • 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.
  • Submit your application by the deadline.
Application Deadline: September 28, 2026