Opportunities Available: Hamdan bin Mohammed Scholarship Programme 2025-2026 Admissions
The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) in Dubai has initiated the acceptance of applications for the Hamdan bin Mohammed Scholarship Programme for its second year. This program, established in 2024 by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, aims to assist exceptional Emirati students in accessing top-tier global universities.
As a key element of Dubai's Social Agenda 33 and Education 33 strategy, the scholarship offers 100 fully funded scholarships annually, each valued at AED 1.1 billion. It primarily targets Emirati high school graduates, with the objective of fostering future leaders by providing world-class education opportunities.
In its inaugural year, the program received a substantial response, with all recipients securing placements at universities ranked among the top 200 globally. Notably, 15% of the inaugural cohort enrolled in institutions ranked within the top 20 worldwide. Students pursued diverse fields of study, such as technology, engineering, medicine, law, and finance, reflecting Dubai's development priorities.
Dr. Amna Almaazmi, CEO of Growth and Human Development at KHDA, emphasized the program's importance in equipping the next generation with global knowledge, contributing to a dynamic and sustainable future for Dubai.
Applications for the 2025-2026 academic year are now open, running from May 8 to June 30, 2025. Eligible Emirati students can apply through the "Emirati" section on the Dubai Now app, and further details can be found on the KHDA website.
Source: Dubai Media Office
- The Hamdan bin Mohammed Scholarship Programme, aimed at fostering future leaders, focuses on education-and-self-development by offering scholarships in diverse fields such as finance, technology, engineering, medicine, and law.
- With personal-growth opportunities and a goal to provide world-class education, the scholarship program serves as a significant step towards Dubai's Social Agenda 33 and Education 33 strategy, aiming to contribute to a dynamic and sustainable future.
- To apply for the 2025-2026 academic year, eligible Emirati students can utilize technology by downloading the Dubai Now app and navigating to the "Emirati" section, supporting the development of Dubai's future and global finance landscape.
