2026 Khalifa University Graduate Scholarship in UAE | Fully Funded

If you’re dreaming of studying abroad for free, here’s some amazing news! Khalifa University in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is giving full scholarships to international students who want to do their Master’s or PhD degrees in 2026.

This scholarship will pay for everything – your school fees, monthly money to live on, books, visa, flight tickets, and even health insurance! You also don’t need IELTS to apply!

 Scholarship Summary:

• Host Country: United Arab Emirates (UAE)

• University: Khalifa University of Science and Technology

• Level: Master’s and PhD

• Who Can Apply: Students from all countries

• Benefits: Full scholarship + AED 40,000 (about $10,890) monthly money

• Deadline: September 15, 2025

• IELTS Required?  No!

 What You Get (Scholarship Benefits):

If you’re picked, this scholarship gives you:

Full tuition (no school fees)

 Monthly allowance of up to AED 40,000 (around $10,890)

Free textbook

 Paid flights to and from the UAE

Free medical insurance

Free student visa

Support to attend global research events

You will work with the university (or a related organization) after your studies for the same number of years you studied.

Who Can Apply?

You can apply if:

 You have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field

 Your grades are high:

• Bachelor’s to PhD: CGPA of 3.5/4.0

• Master’s: CGPA of 3.25/4.0

You have one of these English test scores:

• TOEFL iBT: 91

• IELTS: 6.5

• EmSAT: 1550

You took the GRE test (at least 150 in the math section)

You can provide:

• Two recommendation letters

• A 500–1,000 word Statement of Purpose

• A 500–1,000 word Research Statement (PhD only)

 You’ll also need to do an interview.

 What Documents Do You Need?

To apply, you must upload these documents:

• Your degree certificate (Bachelor’s or Master’s)

• Transcript (with your grades)

• Equivalency certificate (for students outside the UAE – apply early!)

• English test score (TOEFL, IELTS, or EmSAT)

• GRE score

• CV (your academic and work info)

• Statement of Purpose

• Research Statement (PhD only)

• Passport photo (white background)

• Passport copy

• UAE Visa (if already in UAE)

• National ID (for UAE students)

How to Apply (Step by Step):

1. Choose your program (Master’s or PhD)

2. Check what documents you need

3. Read the scholarship info

4. Submit your application online

 Click here to apply now
(Don’t wait – apply before September 15, 2025!)

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 Final Tips:

• Start early so you can get all your documents ready.

• If you’re outside the UAE, apply for the equivalency certificate as soon as possible – it takes time.

• Make sure your Statement of Purpose and Research Plan are well written!

 Good luck from all of us at Jobsgist.Gistmilinaija!
Don’t miss this chance to study at one of the top universities in the Middle East – for free!