Khalifa University Scholarships Guide

About Khalifa University

Khalifa University is a research-focused university in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, known for programmes in engineering, science, medicine, and computing. It is one of the UAE universities frequently cited in international rankings such as those published by QS and THE (rankings are attributed to the issuing body).

For admissions and any financial support, its official website (ku.ac.ae) is the authoritative source — always read scholarship and funding details directly there.

Where to find official scholarship information

Khalifa University publishes its admissions, fees, and financial-support information on its official site. Scholarship and assistantship details — what is offered, who is eligible, and how to apply — are stated there and are updated by the university.

We do not list specific amounts, stipends, or coverage in this guide, because those are set by the university and can change each cycle. Verify the current details on ku.ac.ae before relying on any figure.

• Official site: ku.ac.ae (admissions and financial-support pages)
• Scholarship terms and eligibility are set by the university
• Confirm current details officially before applying

How support typically works at undergraduate and graduate level

At many research universities, support differs by level: undergraduate support is often merit-linked and tied to admission, while graduate study (master's and PhD) commonly involves research or teaching assistantships and funded positions attached to specific programmes or research groups.

Khalifa University states its own structure for each level on its official pages. Check the exact offer for the programme and level you are applying to, since terms and conditions are programme-specific.

• Undergraduate: support is often merit-based and admission-linked
• Graduate: assistantships/funded positions are usually programme-specific
• Read the official terms for your exact programme and level

Building a strong application

Scholarship consideration at a research university is generally driven by academic strength, meeting the programme's entry requirements, and — for English-taught study — any English-language evidence required (commonly IELTS or TOEFL; confirm on the programme page). For graduate research, a clear fit with a programme or supervisor can matter.

Prepare official transcripts and documents early and follow the application steps exactly as published. Eligibility is secular and based on academic merit, not on any community background.

• Strong academic record and meeting entry requirements
• English-language evidence (e.g. IELTS/TOEFL) where required
• For research degrees, fit with the programme/supervisor can help

Avoiding scholarship scams

No legitimate scholarship requires a payment to "guarantee" an award, and no agent or website can promise you admission or a scholarship. Apply only through Khalifa University's official website.

If anyone asks for money in exchange for a guaranteed award, treat it as a warning sign. This guide is general information only and does not guarantee any outcome — decisions rest entirely with the university.