Applications for Abu Dhabi University’s renowned scholarship are invited for the class of 2025-26. Students from all over the world can apply for the scholarships available at undergraduate, master’s, and PhD levels.
If you have higher study aspirations in the UAE but financially cannot support your education, this is a very good opportunity for you. The university invites applications for these scholarships to well-deserving applicants on its four campuses for the academic session 2025-2026.
Overview of Abu Dhabi University Scholarships
The scholarships available at Abu Dhabi University cover a wide range of academic fields, from undergraduate to graduate programs. The duration of all scholarships, however, corresponds to the duration of the specific academic program one is applying for:
- Undergraduate Degree: 4 years
- Master’s Degree: 2 years
- PhD Degree: 4 years
Abu Dhabi University was founded in 2003 and is one of the well-known private universities. It presently has more than 8,000 students enrolled from around the world, receiving an excellent education.
Types of Scholarships and Financial Benefits
Abu Dhabi University provides a plethora of scholarships to cater to different student needs. The below scholarships are available for the class of 2025-26:
1. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Scholarship (International Students)
- Award: 100% tuition fee waiver, application fee waiver, registration fee waiver, student services fee waiver, and health services fee waiver.
2. Chairman’s Scholarship (International Students)
- Award: 100% tuition fee waiver, application fee waiver, registration fee waiver, student services fee waiver, and health services fee waiver.
3. University Scholarship (UAE & GCC Students)
- Award: Tuition fee waiver from 10% to 50%. Students from the GCC countries are Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, and the UAE.
4. Academic Scholarship (International Students)
- Award: 20% tuition fee waiver, applicable to continuing Abu Dhabi University students.
5. Athletic Scholarship
- Award: 25% tuition fee waiver, awarded to student-athletes, per academic year.
6. Alumni Scholarship
- Award: A 20% tuition fee waiver awarded to Abu Dhabi University alumni pursuing postgraduate studies at any of its branches.
7. Merit-Based Graduate Scholarship
- Award: 25% tuition fee waiver for applicants with a minimum undergraduate CGPA of 3.5 (or equivalent) who enroll in postgraduate programs.
Scholarship Features
This scholarship scheme helps worthy students to reach their academic goals. The scholarship will cover up to four years or until graduation, whichever is earlier.
Application Steps:
- Scholarship applications start after a student has been formally admitted to Abu Dhabi University and been given a unique student ID.
- Available scholarships will automatically appear in the student’s account; hence, the student will easily apply.
Fields of Study
Abu Dhabi University offers a wide range of academic fields for scholarships to both international students and UAE residents. Programs include:
- Undergraduate Degrees
- Master’s Degrees
- PhD Degrees
For detailed program information, please visit the university’s official website.
Required Documents
Students applying for the scholarship must submit:
- Completed online application form
- Certified copy of the official degree certificate
- Official academic transcripts
- Passport-sized photo with a white background
- Copy of a valid passport
- English proficiency certificate (IELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 61, or ITP 500)
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
1. General Requirements
- Open to international students and UAE residents.
- High school certificate for undergraduate programs.
- Bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.5 (4.0 scale) for master’s programs.
- Master’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 (4.0 scale) for PhD programs.
2. Experience (PhD Applicants Only)
- Minimum of 2 years of full-time work experience.
Eligibility criteria vary across different scholarship types. Detailed criteria for each scholarship are available on the university website.
Important Dates
Spring Semester
- Registration Deadline: 21st February 2025
- Commencement of Classes: 24th February 2025
Fall Semester
- Registration Deadline: 23rd August 2025
- Commencement of Classes: 26th August 2025
How to Apply
The application procedure for Abu Dhabi University Scholarships 2025-26 is online. Candidates seeking admission need to apply online through the application portal of the university. It is required that candidates upload all the necessary documents at the time of application.
Visit the Abu Dhabi University Application Portal for more information and to apply.
By applying for these scholarships, students will have the opportunity to be part of a diverse and dynamic academic environment at Abu Dhabi University, while benefiting from world-class education and comprehensive financial support.
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