Abu Dhabi University (ADU) is committed to empowering and supporting exceptional students to achieve their academic and professional aspirations. To fulfill this mission, ADU offers a wide range of scholarships and financial aid programs across multiple categories, helping students cover their educational expenses. These scholarships are available to students with outstanding academic performance who wish to pursue undergraduate or postgraduate programs.

ADU scholarships are open to applicants from all nationalities and backgrounds. International students can apply for various programs, including the Athletic Scholarship for sporting excellence and team spirit and the Family Tuition Waiver, which offers tuition fee reductions for siblings or other family members. Some scholarships are exclusive, such as the Abu Dhabi University Scholarship, which is restricted to UAE residents and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nationals, and the H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Scholarship, which is limited to students from public secondary schools in the UAE.

Scholarships are typically valid for four years or until graduation, whichever comes first. Students must meet specific English language proficiency requirements for certain programs. Once admitted to ADU, students are automatically considered for scholarships based on their eligibility, as reflected in their academic records. Applicants do not need to reapply annually, provided they continue to meet the scholarship maintenance criteria.

The application process begins once the student receives formal admission and a unique student ID number. This ID enables access to a secure account on the university’s Financial Aid and Scholarships section. Students can review eligible scholarships and submit an online application form for those they qualify for.

Key Dates for the Spring and Summer Semester

Winter Semester

• Registration Deadline: January 3, 2025
• First Day of Classes: January 6, 2025
• Payment Deadline: January 7, 2025

Spring Semester

• Registration Deadline: February 21, 2025
• First Day of Classes: February 24, 2025
• Payment Deadline: February 28, 2025

Spring Term B Semester

• First Day of Classes for Postgraduate Students: April 28, 2025
• Payment Deadline: April 29, 2025

Summer Semester

• Registration Deadline: June 27, 2025
• First Day of Classes: June 30, 2025
• Payment Deadline: July 1, 2025

Scholarship Duration

• Four years or until graduation, whichever occurs sooner.

Host University: Abu Dhabi University (ADU)
Location: United Arab Emirates
Level of Study: Undergraduate and Postgraduate

Scholarships Available at ADU

Postgraduate Scholarships:

1. 1. Merit-based Graduate Scholarships:

    

   • Available to applicants with a minimum undergraduate CGPA of 3.5.
   • Offers a 25% waiver on tuition fees for postgraduate programs.
2. Alum Scholarships:
   • Open to ADU graduates pursuing postgraduate studies at any ADU branch.
   • Provides a 20% tuition fee waiver.

Undergraduate Scholarships:

1. Athletic Scholarships:
   • 25% tuition fee waiver for continuing students who actively participate in ADU sports teams as players, captains, or coaches.
2. Academic Scholarships:
   • 20% tuition fee waiver for continuing students with a CGPA of at least 3.60 for two consecutive semesters.
3. University Scholarships:
   • Ranges from 15% to 50% tuition fee waiver for UAE residents and GCC nationals.
4. Family Tuition Waiver:
   • 15% to 25% tuition fee waiver for family members studying together at ADU.
5. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Scholarship:
   • A fully funded scholarship covering 100% of tuition, application, registration, and other fees for top-performing UAE public secondary school graduates.

Eligibility Criteria

For Merit-Based Graduate Scholarships:

• Maintain a CGPA of 3.5 at the postgraduate level.
• Scholarships are forfeited if CGPA drops below 3.5 or if academic integrity is violated.
• Waivers are automatically reinstated once CGPA requirements are met again.

For Alum Scholarships:

• Maintain a CGPA of 3.0 at the postgraduate level.
• Applies only to tuition fees, excluding repeated courses.

For Athletic Scholarships:

• Maintain a CGPA of at least 2.75 and full-time enrollment (minimum 12 credit hours).
• Provide a recommendation letter from the ADU Student Affairs Department.

For Academic Scholarships:

• Maintain a CGPA of 3.60 and complete 12 credit hours per semester.

For University Scholarships:

• Meet specific criteria based on residency and GCC nationality.
• Maintain a CGPA of 3.60.

For Family Tuition Waiver:

• At least two family members enrolled in undergraduate courses at ADU.
• Maintain a CGPA of 2.5.

For H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Scholarships:

• For the top 20 public secondary school graduates in the UAE.
• Maintain a CGPA of 3.70 and complete 12 credit hours per semester.

Required Documents

• Completed online application form.
• High school certificate and transcript or equivalent.
• Official offer letter from UAE Ministry of Education.
• Passport-sized photo.
• Valid passport copy.
• Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, etc.).
• Non-refundable application fee.

How to Apply

Applicants can apply either in person at the ADU campus or through the online application system. Admission must be secured before applying for scholarships. For detailed eligibility requirements, applicants can refer to the university’s Undergraduate Admission Requirements and Postgraduate Admission Requirements pages.

Apply Now

Interested applicants must receive an offer letter from the admission department of ADU and get their student ID number.

The ID number allows the students to open their university account with the Financial Aid and Scholarship section, or applicants can apply online.

Applicants must check the ADU website for more scholarship details or read the FAQs for any questions.