The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) in Abu Dhabi is now accepting applications for the 2026 MBZUAI Scholarship. Known as the world’s first graduate-level, research-based AI university, MBZUAI offers exceptional opportunities for students from around the world—including UAE nationals and residents—to pursue Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programs in cutting-edge fields of Artificial Intelligence.
All admitted students are awarded a fully funded scholarship, which covers tuition fees, on-campus accommodation, health insurance, visa sponsorship, and a monthly stipend (for postgraduate students). This is one of the most prestigious AI-focused scholarships available globally.
Scholarship Details
- Host Country: United Arab Emirates (UAE)
- University: Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), Abu Dhabi
- Degree Levels: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD
- Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
- Application Deadlines:
- Graduate Programs: 15 December 2025
- Undergraduate Programs: 30 April 2026
- Graduate Programs: 15 December 2025
Financial Benefits
The MBZUAI Scholarship provides:
- 100% tuition fee coverage
- Free on-campus accommodation
- Comprehensive health insurance
- UAE visa sponsorship for non-residents
- Monthly stipend (for Master’s and PhD students)
Academic Programs
Master’s Programs
- MSc in Computer Vision (CV)
- MSc in Machine Learning (ML)
- MSc in Natural Language Processing (NLP)
- MSc in Robotics (R)
- MSc in Computer Science (CS)
PhD Programs
- PhD in Computer Vision (CV)
- PhD in Machine Learning (ML)
- PhD in Natural Language Processing (NLP)
- PhD in Robotics (R)
- PhD in Computer Science (CS)
Duration of Scholarship
- Master’s: 2 years
- PhD: 4 years
Eligibility Criteria
For Master’s Programs
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university
- Minimum GPA: 3.2 out of 4.0
- English Proficiency:
- TOEFL iBT: 90+
- IELTS: 6.0+
- EmSAT English: 1550+
- TOEFL iBT: 90+
- Statement of Purpose (up to 800 words)
- Two Letters of Recommendation
- Entrance exam & interview (if required)
For PhD Programs
- Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees (both required)
- Minimum GPA: 3.2 out of 4.0
- English Proficiency: Same as above
- Statement of Purpose (800 words)
- Research Proposal & three Letters of Recommendation
- Entrance exam & interview (if required)
Required Documents (General)
- Online application form
- Updated CV/Resume
- Official transcripts & degree certificates
- Valid English test results (TOEFL/IELTS/EmSAT)
- Passport copy & ID (if required)
- 2–3 recommendation letters (depending on program)
- Statement of Purpose / Research Statement (PhD only)
- Recent passport-sized photo
Additional documents may be required for UAE nationals and residents.
How to Apply
Applications are submitted online via the MBZUAI admissions portal. Ensure that you prepare all required documents before applying.
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