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MBZUAI Scholarship

Last verified 12 May 2026 by the Scholarships for Africans editorial team

Pursue advanced studies in artificial intelligence with a fully-funded scholarship at MBZUAI in the United Arab Emirates, covering all academic and living expenses.

Provider: MBZUAI Scholarship
Host country: United Arab Emirates
Deadline: Varies — check official site

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Eligibility & requirements at a glance

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Who can apply: This scholarship is open to all admitted Master’s and PhD students at MBZUAI, regardless of nationality. Applicants must meet the admission requirements for their chosen program.
Funding: Fully Funded
Study level: Masters, PhD
Deadline: Varies — check official site

Key eligibility criteria

This scholarship is open to all admitted Master’s and PhD students at MBZUAI, regardless of nationality. Applicants must meet the admission requirements for their chosen program.

Recorded funding information

Fully Funded

About the MBZUAI Scholarship (2026)

## About the MBZUAI Scholarship The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) offers a comprehensive scholarship program for all admitted Master’s and PhD students. This prestigious scholarship provides full financial support, enabling students to focus entirely on their studies and research in the cutting-edge field of artificial intelligence. ## Funding and Benefits This is a fully-funded scholarship designed to remove financial barriers to advanced education. The scholarship package includes: * **Full tuition fee waiver:** All academic costs are covered. * **Housing:** Accommodation in university facilities is provided. * **Monthly stipend:** Financial support for living expenses is allocated. * **Health insurance:** Comprehensive health coverage is included. * **Visa sponsorship:** Support for obtaining necessary visas for international students. The specific amounts for the monthly stipend and the details of housing and health insurance are determined by the university and communicated upon admission. ## Eligibility and Application The MBZUAI Scholarship is automatically awarded to all Master’s and PhD students who are successfully admitted to the university. There is no separate application process for the scholarship itself. Prospective students must meet the rigorous academic and English language proficiency requirements for their desired program (Master of Science or Doctor of Philosophy) in various AI specializations such as Computer Vision, Machine Learning, and Natural Language Processing. International students from all countries are eligible and encouraged to apply. The university is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment. ## Value of the Scholarship Receiving the MBZUAI Scholarship not only provides financial security but also grants access to a world-class institution dedicated solely to AI. Scholars will have the opportunity to learn from leading faculty, engage in groundbreaking research, and contribute to the advancement of artificial intelligence. The fully-funded nature of the scholarship allows recipients to immerse themselves in their academic pursuits without the burden of tuition fees or living costs, preparing them to be future leaders and innovators in the field.

Funding information

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Fully Funded

MBZUAI Scholarship eligibility

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This scholarship is open to all admitted Master’s and PhD students at MBZUAI, regardless of nationality. Applicants must meet the admission requirements for their chosen program.

MBZUAI Scholarship document information

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How to apply for the MBZUAI Scholarship 2026

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Check the provider's process
Consult https://mbzuai.ac.ae/study/fees-and-scholarships/ to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there.
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Check eligibility and any requested materials
Listed eligibility: This scholarship is open to all admitted Master’s and PhD students at MBZUAI, regardless of nationality. Applicants must meet the admission requirements for their chosen program.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist.
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Listed deadline information: Varies — check official site. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

MBZUAI Scholarship deadline & application timeline

Provider deadline information: Varies — check official site. This text cannot be safely converted to a countdown; check the official source for its meaning. The earlier milestones are optional planning suggestions only.

Planning suggestion: 12 months out
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Planning suggestion: 6 months out
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Planning suggestion: 3 months out
If an application is required, review the provider's process and prepare only the materials it requests.
Planning suggestion: 1 month out
If submission is required, allow time to check your materials and any stated cutoff.
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Provider deadline information: Varies — check official site. Confirm the current instructions and any cutoff or time zone on the official source; no additional time is assumed here.

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Last checked 5/12/2026

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the MBZUAI Scholarship?+

This scholarship is open to all admitted Master’s and PhD students at MBZUAI, regardless of nationality. Applicants must meet the admission requirements for their chosen program.

What funding does the MBZUAI Scholarship offer?+

Listed funding: Fully Funded. Confirm amounts, exclusions and conditions on the official source. This label does not establish any additional benefit components.

When is the application deadline?+

Provider deadline information: Varies — check official site. Confirm the current cutoff and any time zone on the official source; no additional cutoff or late-submission policy is assumed here.

What documents do I need to apply?+

No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the documents requested by the provider; requirements may differ from admission requirements.

How do I check the application process?+

Consult https://mbzuai.ac.ae/study/fees-and-scholarships/ to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: This scholarship is open to all admitted Master’s and PhD students at MBZUAI, regardless of nationality. Applicants must meet the admission requirements for their chosen program.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: Varies — check official site. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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