United Arab Emirates (UAE) is fast emerging as an international education hub with its cosmopolitan environment and numerous campuses of top institutions located in Dubai. Another reason it attracts students is that they can get international exposure with a rare blend of Western and Asian cultures in this part of the world. Indian students prefer it because of the proximity factor.

However, you may have some qualms about the cost of studying in UAE. Fortunately, you can study here for free with several fully-funded scholarship opportunities available to international students. Here is a list of options for study abroad aspirants looking for free education in the UAE.

Master Research Teaching Scholarship (MRTS)

Master Research Training Scholarship is provided to qualified international students pursuing a full-time graduate programme at Khalifa University of Science and Technology. Besides covering the entire tuition fee, the scholarship includes medical insurance coverage for candidates sponsored by the university. Additionally, it provides a monthly stipend of AED 4,000. Conversely, it does not provide for accommodation costs.

UAE University Full Scholarship

The United Arab Emirates University provides a full-funded scholarship to outstanding international students pursuing an undergraduate degree. To be eligible, students must score a minimum of 98% marks in high school and a high band score on English proficiency tests. They must also maintain high grades throughout their college years in the UAEU to retain the scholarship status.

Emirates Aviation University Chancellor Scholarships

The Emirates Aviation University Chancellor Scholarship is awarded to meritorious Emirates nationals pursuing undergraduate programmes at the university. Although the scheme includes ten students every year, it is highly competitive and picks candidates scoring over 95% marks in high school. It selects students with the potential to make significant contributions to the university and community.

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Scholarship

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Scholarship is a high school scholarship given by Abu Dhabi University. The scholarship covers full tuition costs and administrative fees for the 4-year graduate education programmes at the university. It aims to empower outstanding students and encourage them to pursue their educational objectives. The initiative is headed by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the Abu Dhabi University (ADU) Board of Trustees and Governors.

Mohamed Bin Zayed University Scholarship for AI

All students getting admission to the AI M.Sc. and Ph.D. programmes on a full-time basis get a full scholarship to complete their studies. The scholarship covers a 100% free tuition fee, on-campus accommodation, health insurance, UAE visa sponsorship (for non-UAE nationals), and a monthly stipend. However, to maintain the scholarships, students must ensure high academic performance and compliance with the university code of conduct.

UAE is an excellent study-abroad destination for students across the world. The best part is that it is affordable and accessible. With these fully-funded scholarship programmes, you can get top-notch education without spending a fortune.