MBZUAI Scholarships 2026 — Fully Funded MSc and PhD in AI
MBZUAI (Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence) offers what may be the most accessible fully funded graduate scholarship in the world — 100% of all admitted students receive complete funding regardless of nationality or financial background.
→ Part of the UAE University Scholarships 2026 Guide
What MBZUAI Funding Covers
| Benefit | MSc | PhD |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | ✅ 100% free | ✅ 100% free |
| Housing | ✅ On-campus provided | ✅ On-campus provided |
| Monthly stipend | AED 5,000 | AED 7,000-8,000 |
| Health insurance | ✅ Fully covered | ✅ Fully covered |
| Research budget | Available | Available (conferences, papers) |
| Duration | 1.5-2 years | 4 years |
Who Should Apply?
MBZUAI is ideal for:
- Engineers and computer scientists wanting to transition to AI research
- Students from Egypt, India, Pakistan, China, and other strong technical education systems
- Professionals wanting a fully funded career pivot into AI/ML
- Researchers seeking world-class AI faculty and resources
Admission Requirements (= Scholarship Requirements)
| Requirement | MSc | PhD |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | CS, Engineering, Math, Physics | Same (MSc preferred) |
| GPA | 3.0+ / 4.0 | 3.5+ / 4.0 |
| IELTS | 6.5 overall | 7.0 overall |
| TOEFL | 90+ | 100+ |
| GRE | Recommended | Recommended |
| Research experience | Beneficial | Strongly preferred |
Application Deadline 2026
- Fall 2026 intake: February–April 2026
- Apply at mbzuai.ac.ae
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