The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) in the UAE is now taking applications for MBZUAI Scholarship 2026. This is a fully funded scholarship for students who want to study in one of the world’s top AI focused universities. The scholarship is open to international students, UAE nationals, and UAE residents. It supports Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degrees. All admitted students receive full financial support, including tuition, housing, health insurance, visa sponsorship, and a monthly allowance (except for undergraduate students).
Details of MBZUAI Scholarship 2026 in UAE
- Host Country: UAE
- University: Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence
- Degrees: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD
- Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
- Deadlines:
- Graduate programs: 15 December 2025
- Undergraduate programs: 30 April 2026
Scholarship Benefits
- 100% tuition fees
- Free housing on campus
- Health insurance
- Visa sponsorship (for non-UAE nationals)
- Monthly stipend (amount set by the university)
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Master’s Programs
Students can apply for the following Master’s programs:
- MSc in Computer Vision
- MSc in Machine Learning
- MSc in Natural Language Processing
- MSc in Robotics
- MSc in Computer Science
PhD Programs
The PhD programs include:
- PhD in Computer Vision
- PhD in Machine Learning
- PhD in Natural Language Processing
- PhD in Robotics
- PhD in Computer Science
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Duration of the Scholarship
- Master’s degree: 2 years
- PhD degree: 4 years
Eligibility for Master’s Applicants
- Education: Four-year bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- GPA: At least 3.2 out of 4.0
- English Proficiency:
- TOEFL iBT: 90+
- IELTS: 6.0+
- EmSAT: 1550+
- Waiver for citizens of UK, USA, Australia, and New Zealand
- Other Requirements:
- Statement of Purpose (800 words)
- Two recommendation letters
- Possible entry test
- Admission interview
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Eligibility for PhD Applicants
- Education: Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees
- GPA: Minimum 3.2 out of 4.0 in both degrees
- English Proficiency: Same as for Master’s applicants
- Other Requirements:
- Statement of Purpose (800 words)
- Research statement
- Three recommendation letters
- Entry test and admission interview
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Required Documents
- Online application form
- CV with academic and professional details
- Transcripts and degree certificates
- References (2 for Master’s, 3 for PhD)
- Statement of Purpose, plus Research Statement (PhD only)
- Proof of English proficiency and GRE (if required)
- Passport and ID copy
- Photo with white background
- Optional entrance exam
Documents for UAE Nationals
- Emirates ID
- Passport copy with ID number
- National service letter (for male applicants)
- Family book (or mother’s family book for Abnat Mwatnat applicants)
- UAE birth certificate (for Abnat Mwatnat applicants)
- Mother’s Emirates ID and passport (for Abnat Mwatnat applicants)
- UAE visa (for non-GCC Abnat Mwatnat applicants)
Documents for UAE Residents
- Emirates ID
- Valid UAE visa
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How to Apply for the Scholarship?
Applications are submitted online. Make sure your documents are ready before you apply. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Use the official link below to start your application:
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