Apply: 2026 Mohamed Bin Zayed University Scholarship (UAE) | Fully Funded

Scholarship Summary

Host Country: United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Study Abroad: Yes (Asia)

Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters | PhD

Eligible Countries: All Countries

Reward:

Full Tuition Coverage

Accommodation

Health Insurance

UAE Visa Sponsorship

Monthly Stipend:

MSc: AED 15,500 (≈ $4,220)

PhD: AED 18,500 (≈ $5,030)

UAE Nationals: MSc AED 37,500 | PhD AED 43,500

Married PhD students may request AED 7,500 housing allowance

Deadline: December 15, 2025

Priority Deadline: November 15, 2025

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Scholarship Details

The Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) offers fully funded Master’s and PhD scholarships in Artificial Intelligence fields.

All admitted students receive:

100% tuition waiver

Monthly stipend

On-campus housing

Health insurance

Annual round-trip flights

To retain benefits, students must maintain high academic standing, follow the university’s code of conduct, and meet program requirements.

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Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

1. Hold a Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Computer Science, Engineering, Math, Physics, etc.) recognized by the UAE Ministry of Education.

2. Have a minimum CGPA of 3.2/4.0 or equivalent.

3. Provide degree certificates and transcripts (final-year students may apply with transcripts + graduation letter).

4. Submit English proficiency proof (TOEFL iBT/IELTS Academic).

5. PhD applicants must demonstrate research interest and academic ambition.

6. GRE General Test required for applicants with only a bachelor’s degree.

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Duration & Rewards

Masters (MSc): 2 years

PhD: 4 years

Benefits: Full tuition, stipend, housing, visa, and health coverage.

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Required Documents

For All Applicants:

Online application form

CV (with academic background, work experience, research/publications, coding skills)

Passport copy

Passport-size photo (white background)

Degree certificates & transcripts

Proof of English proficiency

For UAE Nationals:

Emirates ID

Passport with unified ID number

Family book

National Service letter (for male applicants)

For UAE Residents:

Emirates ID

UAE visa

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Application Process (Step-by-Step)

1. Complete Online Application via MBZUAI portal.

2. Upload Required Documents (transcripts, English proficiency, recommendations, personal statement).

3. Screening Exam/Interview – shortlisted applicants may be invited.

4. Apply by Priority Deadline: November 15, 2025 for full consideration.

5. Final Deadline: December 15, 2025.

👉 Click Here to Apply

✅ Tip: Apply early (before Nov 15) to maximize your chances since admission is highly competitive.