Canadian University Dubai Scholarships 2026
Information last updated: March 2026
Scholarship Information

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Canadian University Dubai Scholarships – Tuition Waivers up to 50%
Canadian University Dubai (CUD) offers a variety of scholarships to support students from all nationalities, rewarding academic excellence, talent, and athletic achievement, as well as providing assistance for those facing financial hardship. All students who have met the admission requirements are eligible to apply .
For other funding opportunities in the region, you can also explore fully funded scholarships in UAE for international students.
What the Scholarships Offer
Scholarships are awarded as tuition fee waivers for full-time students, valid for credit-bearing courses only, and are not applicable during summer semesters . The specific waivers available include:
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Academic Excellence Scholarship: Based on high school grades or current university CGPA, with waivers ranging from 10% to 50% .
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Sports, Special Talent, Financial Hardship, and Special Needs Scholarships: All offer potential waivers of up to 40% .
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Schools MoU Scholarship: Provides a 20% tuition waiver for graduates of specific UAE partner schools .
Eligibility and Application Details
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General Requirements: You must be a full-time student enrolled in a minimum of four academic courses (typically 12 credit hours). The specific CGPA requirements to maintain a scholarship vary by award type.
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Multiple Applications: You can apply for more than one scholarship. If you qualify for multiple awards, you will receive the one with the highest value .
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Decision is Final: The university's decision regarding the scholarship grant is final and cannot be appealed .
For a broader look at international options, see the list of all open scholarships in UAE.
Deadlines and How to Apply
Applications are submitted via email or through the Student Affairs office. To apply, you will need a completed application form and all supporting documents specified for the scholarship type .
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Fall Semester Deadline: 7 July 2026 .
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Spring Semester Deadline: 20 December 2026 .
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered .
You can find more details on this and other programs by checking the latest scholarships in UAE for all nationalities.

