Applications are officially open for the 2026/2027 Canadian University Dubai (CUD) Scholarships. This program offers high-achieving international and local students a chance to pursue a top-tier Canadian curriculum in the heart of the United Arab Emirates.
Scholarship Overview
| Host Country | Canada & United Arab Emirates (UAE) |
| Institution | Canadian University Dubai (CUD) |
| Study Location | Study in Canada | Study in Asia |
| Eligible Countries | All Countries |
| Requirements | Adhere to Admission Requirements |
| Scholarship Category | Undergraduate Scholarships |
| Reward | Partial Scholarship |
| Application Closing Date | 20th December, 2026 |
Crucially, studying at CUD serves as an academic bridge, allowing students to seamlessly transfer credits and finish their undergraduate degrees at partner universities in Canada if they wish.
Scholarship Categories
Canadian University Dubai provides financial assistance packages tailored to different student profiles. Except for academic merit, most of these require a specific supplementary application form.
- Academic Excellence Scholarship: Merit-based tuition waivers ranging from 20% to 50% for top high school performers.
- Financial Hardship Scholarship: Designed for full-time students who face sudden financial limitations or limited family income.
- Sports Scholarship: Awarded to student-athletes who have competed at a competitive or institutional level.
- Special Talent Scholarship: For creative minds or innovators who show documented excellence in areas like music, arts, coding, or public speaking.
- Special Needs Scholarship: Tailored funding support for students with documented physical disabilities or determination challenges.
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Percentage Tier System (Academic Merit)
For the Academic Excellence Scholarship, the tuition waiver percentage directly corresponds to your entry grades or your continuing academic performance:
| S/N | High School Entry Average | Current CUD Renewal CGPA | Tuition Waiver Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 99% or higher | 3.98 – 4.00 | 50% Tuition Waiver |
| 2 | 95% – 98.9% | 3.95 – 3.97 | 40% Tuition Waiver |
| 3 | 90% – 94.9% | 3.90 – 3.94 | 30% Tuition Waiver |
| 4 | 85% – 89.9% | 3.85 – 3.89 | 20% Tuition Waiver |
General Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for consideration, all applicants must meet the following baseline conditions:
- Must meet all official undergraduate academic and English proficiency admission requirements for Canadian University Dubai.
- Must be enrolled as a full-time student registering for a minimum of four academic courses (or 12 credit hours) per semester. (Exceptions for financial hardship or special needs are reviewed case-by-case).
- Scholarships apply solely to credit-bearing courses during the Fall and Spring semesters; they do not cover summer semesters, non-credit preparatory courses, or incidental fees.
- Students must maintain the specific Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) tied to their tier to renew funding for the following semester.
How to Apply for 2026 Canadian University Dubai (CUD) Scholarship
- Click on the green button below to start application.
- Submit a formal application for your chosen undergraduate degree program at Canadian University Dubai online portal.
- Secure your student ID
- If qualified, navigate to the Student Affairs section of the CUD website and download the relevant specialized application form.
- Scan all documents into clear PDF formats. Email your completed scholarship application form and your supporting file bundle directly to scholarship@cud.ac.ae or submit it physically to the Student Affairs scholarship desk.
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