Scholarship Overview
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) provides a scholarship program for outstanding Emirati students who wish to pursue their academic journey abroad at one of the world's top prestigious international universities, with the aim of specializing in fields that meet the needs of the UAE diplomatic corps, and enriching it with qualified Emirati personnel and a generation trained to the highest standards.
Scholarship Program eligibility and conditions of acceptance
First: Scholarship Program eligibility and conditions of acceptance
- Must be UAE nationals (holders of UAE passports and family book).
- Must provide a certificate of Good Conduct and Behavior from the relevant official authorities in the UAE.
- Must be between 17 and 22 years old and have legal guardian approval.
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Must have a high school diploma, according to the following conditions:
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Stream Type
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Admission Requirements
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• General Stream – Ministry of Education
• General Technical Stream
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90% and above
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• American System
• Other Systems
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• 90% and above
• School transcript listing all related instructional subjects
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• Advanced Stream – Ministry of Education
• Advanced Technical Stream
• SABIS System
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85% and above
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• Elite Stream – Ministry of Education
• Advanced Science Program
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80% and above
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• British System / IGCSE
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• Completion of five (5) IGCSE / GCSE subjects with a grade of B or higher
• Completion of two (2) AS/A Level subjects with a grade of C or higher
• School transcript listing all related instructional subjects
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• International Baccalaureate (IB)
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• Completion of the IB Diploma with a minimum average of 30 points or higher
• School transcript listing all related science subjects
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- Applicants must have an IELTS (Academic Module) score of 6.5 or above, or equivalent.
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Applicants must hold an acceptance letter from an approved university
(
universities listed here and approved by MoFA
).
- Applicants must agree to study a third language, if required.
- Male applicants must provide a certificate of exemption or completion of national service.
- Applicants must agree to join the UAE diplomatic corps at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for a period equivalent to the number of academic years covered by the scholarship.
- Applicants must agree to join Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy (AGDA) upon graduation.
- Applicants must provide parental consent to join the scholarship program.
Note:
The admission procedure will include a number of tests, interviews, and additional conditions.
Required Documents
Second: Required Documents
- Valid passport copy (including the last page showing the unified number).
- Family Book copy.
- Emirates ID copy (both sides).
- Birth certificate copy.
- Colored personal photograph.
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Transcripts copy for grades Ten, Eleven, and the first term of grade Twelve
(first or last term if available), attested by relevant entities as applicable.
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Direct academic acceptance, unconditional to other requirements, in a specific
specialty, institution, and country for the MoFA scholarship, indicating the
program start and end dates and the total cost.
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Medical examination certificate (the medical examination form is available in
the application and can be certified by any government hospital or medical center
within the UAE).
- National service status certificate for male students.
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A certificate from a local bank under the student’s name indicating the
International Bank Account Number (IBAN), after obtaining final approval
(*if the applicant is accepted*).
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Parental approval for students under 22 years of age (according to the Personal
Affairs Law).
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
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English language certificates with scores for one of the tests mentioned in the
“First paragraph above”
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- University admission letter.
- Certificate of Good Conduct and Behavior.
Note:
Please attach the required documents in PDF format upon registration
(click
here
to register).
Student’s Journey
Third: Student’s journey to the diplomatic corps following admission
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First Stage:
Scholarship to study abroad for a Bachelor’s degree.
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Second Stage:
Enrollment in AGDA’s Post-Graduate Diploma in UAE Diplomacy and International Relations program.
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Final Stage:
Joining the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and being appointed to the diplomatic corps after fulfilling graduation requirements.
List of Universities, Countries and Specializations
Click here to preview list of universities, countries and specializations: Universities List
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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How can I track my application, and when will I know if it has been approved?
The applicant will be notified via email or SMS of any updates on the application status.
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What is the waiting period for the final acceptance after applying?
The applicant will receive updates on the application status via email or SMS. Typically, the procedures take 3 to 5 months.
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What are the universities and specializations required in the scholarship program?
The required universities and specializations list is available on the scholarship program page.
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Does the scholarship program apply to high school graduates from previous years who have not pursued their studies?
The scholarship program is designed for high school graduates aged 17 to 22.
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Will the program cover all educational expenses, and what allowances are provided to the scholarship student?
Yes, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs covers all expenses incurred by the scholarship student.
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What if I want to change my specialization or the country of study?
Please contact the relevant person at the Ministry and inform them of your desired changes. Additionally, notify the cultural attaché to initiate the necessary actions.
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Is the personal interview a mandatory requirement to obtain the scholarship?
Yes.
