I'm interested in studying in Dubai as an international student. Does anyone know of scholarships that could help with tuition or living costs there? I would appreciate any information you can share about where to look or apply!
Sure, it's good to see that you're thinking ahead about the financial commitments related to studying abroad. There are a number of scholarships awarded by universities in Dubai specifically for international students, as well as external funding opportunities.
1. The University of Dubai: They offer several scholarships, including the Academic Excellence Scholarship, which covers up to 50% of tuition, and is available to students who maintain a high GPA.
2. Zayed University Merit Scholarships: This university in Dubai gives away numerous scholarships on the basis of academic excellence and financial need.
3. Al Ghurair STEM Scholars Program: This scholarship program supports students who want to pursue degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) at select universities in Dubai.
4. Khalifa University: Their scholarship, dubbed the "KU MED Scholarship", is for students studying medicine. It covers 100% of tuition fees, a monthly stipend, and accommodation.
5. SP Jain School of Global Management: They offer several scholarships for international students based on academic achievement, leadership potential, financial need, among others.
While I've listed several specific options here, I'd advise you to look into the scholarship programs of any Dubai university you're interested in, because many offer scholarships for international students. Good luck with your applications!
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