Overview
ADU scholarships are offered for:
Bachelor’s Degree Programs
Description
ADU scholarships are offered for:
Bachelor’s Degree Programs
Master’s Degree Programs (Postgraduate)
Professional Graduate Diplomas (selected programs)
Eligibility
For Undergraduate Scholarships
High school diploma (UAE curriculum or equivalent)
Meeting English proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/EmSAT)
Must meet required CGPA (varies by scholarship)
Full-time enrollment (minimum 12 credit hours Fall/Spring)
For Master’s Scholarships
Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution
Minimum required CGPA (3.0–3.5 depending on scholarship)
Meeting program-specific requirements
Must maintain continuous full-time enrollment
For International Students
Valid student visa
International equivalency of high school/bachelor’s degree
Additional Information
Degree Level
ADU scholarships are offered for:
Bachelor’s Degree Programs
Master’s Degree Programs (Postgraduate)
Professional Graduate Diplomas (selected programs)
Available Subjects
Scholarships apply to all standard ADU academic programs, including:
Undergraduate Fields
Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.)
Business Administration & Management
Finance & Accounting
Architecture & Design
Computer Science & IT
Mass Communication
Public Health & Environmental Sciences
Education
Postgraduate Fields
MBA & Management
Engineering Management
Information Technology
Project Management
Education (Master’s in Education)
Public Health
Law (varies per specialization)
Benefits
Types of Abu Dhabi University Scholarships
1. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Scholarship (Fully Funded – 100% Fee Waiver)
For top 20 UAE public secondary school graduates
Covers 100% tuition, registration, application, student services & health fees
EmSAT requirements: Math: 1200, English: 1600, Arabic: 900
2. Academic Scholarship (Undergraduate)
20% tuition waiver
Requires CGPA 3.60+ for two consecutive semesters
3. Athletic Scholarship (Undergraduate)
25% tuition waiver
Requires CGPA 2.75
Must be an active athlete on ADU sports teams
4. Merit-Based Graduate Scholarship (Postgraduate)
25% tuition waiver
Requires Bachelor’s CGPA of 3.5 or higher
5. Alumni Scholarship
For ADU graduates pursuing postgraduate programs
20–25% tuition waiver
Minimum 3.0 in master’s coursework
6. Family Tuition Waiver
Discount for siblings studying together
Applies to all nationalities
7. University Scholarship
General academic achievement-based reduction given at admission
Eligible Nationalities
ADU scholarships are open to:
International students
UAE residents
GCC nationals
UAE nationals
Exceptions
Abu Dhabi University Scholarship – only for UAE residents & GCC nationals
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Scholarship – only for top UAE public school graduates
Eligibility Criteria
For Undergraduate Scholarships
High school diploma (UAE curriculum or equivalent)
Meeting English proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/EmSAT)
Must meet required CGPA (varies by scholarship)
Full-time enrollment (minimum 12 credit hours Fall/Spring)
For Master’s Scholarships
Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution
Minimum required CGPA (3.0–3.5 depending on scholarship)
Meeting program-specific requirements
Must maintain continuous full-time enrollment
For International Students
Valid student visa
International equivalency of high school/bachelor’s degree
How To Apply
Step 1: Apply to Abu Dhabi University
Complete the ADU online application
Pay the application fee
Receive your student ID
Step 2: Log In to Your ADU Student Portal
Go to the Financial Aid & Scholarships section
Step 3: View Scholarships You Qualify For
System automatically displays eligible scholarships
Step 4: Submit Scholarship Application
Fill out the form
Upload required documents (ID, transcripts, certificates)
Step 5: Await Approval
ADU notifies students through their portal
No need to re-apply each year if criteria are maintained
Frequently Asked Questions Faqs
Can international students apply for Abu Dhabi University scholarships? Yes, most ADU scholarships are open to all nationalities except the ADU Scholarship (UAE/GCC only) and Sheikh Hamdan Scholarship (UAE public school graduates).
Can I study for free at ADU in 2026? Yes. The H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Scholarship provides 100% fee coverage for eligible UAE public school toppers.
What GPA is required for scholarships in the UAE? It ranges from 2.75 to 3.60, depending on the scholarship type.
Do I need to take courses during Summer/Winter to keep my scholarship? No. You only need a minimum of 12 credit hours per Fall/Spring.
When should I apply for ADU scholarships for 2026? Apply immediately after your admission, especially before: Spring 2026 deadline: 20 Feb 2026 Summer 2026 deadline: 26 June 2026
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Funding
Partial Funding, Full tuition fee
Organization
Abu Dhabi University
Degree
Masters, Bachelor
Subjects
All Subjects
Nationality
International Students
Country
UAE
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