The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence invites international students to apply for a fully funded scholarship to pursue Master’s and PhD degrees in Artificial Intelligence. The organisation has announced this scholarship to encourage social, economic, and political growth, setting new precedents in academics and research that will benefit the UAE and the world.
MBZUAI is the first research institute in Abu Dhabi, UAE, devoted entirely to Artificial Intelligence. Since its establishment in 2019, it has aimed to advance AI through graduate programs in machine learning, computer vision, and natural language processing.
This fully funded scholarship will cover tuition fees, health insurance, visa sponsorship and a monthly stipend for both national and international students. All students must read the requirements, determine eligibility, and apply through the given procedure by 15 November 2025 or 15 December 2025.
Details of MBZUAI Scholarships for 2026-27
The complete details of fully funded post-graduation scholarships at Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence in the UAE are below.
| Organization | Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence |
| Scholarship Type | Fully Funded |
| Degree Program | Masters & PhD |
| Gender | Both Male & Female |
| Deadline | 15 November 2025 & 15 December 2025 |
Benefits of Scholarship
The postgraduate scholarships available at Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence are fully funded and offer the listed benefits.
- Full tuition fee.
- For UAE nationals: A monthly stipend of AED 37,500 (for Master’s) and AED 43,500 (for PhD).
- For International students: A monthly stipend of AED 15,000 (for Master’s) and AED 17,500 (for PhD).
- Health insurance coverage
- UAE visa sponsorship for non-UAE residents.
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility requirements for the candidates of the MBZUAI Scholarships 2026-27 are available here.
For Master’s Degrees:
- You must have a Bachelor’s degree with a CGPA of 3.2/4.0 from a recognised university.
- You must possess English language proficiency (IBT TOEFL, IELTS, or EmSAT).
- A statement of purpose (800 words) with atleast two referee recommendations
- Shortlisted students will receive an invitation for the entry test, followed by an interview.
For PhD Degrees:
- You must have a Master’s degree with a CGPA of 3.2/4.0 from a recognised university.
- You must possess English language proficiency (IBT TOEFL, IELTS, or EmSAT).
- A statement of purpose (800 words) with a comprehensive research statement and atleast two referee recommendations
- Shortlisted candidates will get an invitation for the entry test, followed by an interview.
How to Apply
Students must follow the given procedure to apply for the postgraduate scholarships at Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence for 2026-27.
- Firstly, create an account on the MBZUAI online application portal.
- Fill out the application form with the required information and upload all necessary documents.
- Once you apply, the scholars will get confirmation of the application submission via email.
Last Date to Apply
Eligible candidates must submit their complete application form for MBZUAI Scholarships before 15 November 2025 or 15 December 2025.
