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Abu Dhabi in 30 seconds
How hardAccessibleDetails
Cost a yearRs 57 lakh – Rs 1.1 croreDetails
How to applyDirectly through the universityDetails
FundingKhalifa University Graduate Scholarships, MBZUAI Fellowships, HEC Overseas Scholarships (PhD in selected fields)Details
VisaStudent residence visaDetails
Work while studyingPart-time work with university approval
Abu Dhabi University is a university in Abu Dhabi, UAE, founded in 2003.
How competitive is it?
Accessible
Meet the published requirements and your chances are good.
TeamOnline’s estimate from reputation and the profiles we see admitted.
What It Costs
Tuition, living and the total in rupees.
Tuition a year
AED 40,000 – AED 90,000 / year
Living
AED 3,000 – AED 5,000 / month
Per year, in rupees
Rs 57 lakh – Rs 1.1 crore
Typical ranges for the UAE; Abu Dhabi University’s fees vary by course. Rupee figures are rough, at about Rs 280 per US dollar.
How To Apply
Route, timeline and the next deadlines.
Route: Apply directly.
- 12–15 months beforeShortlist, GRE/IELTS and refereesStep 1
- 9–12 monthsSOP, CV and research proposalStep 2
- 6–10 monthsApply (scholarship rounds first)Step 3
- 3–6 monthsOffers, funding and acceptanceStep 4
- 1–3 monthsVisa and travelStep 5
Upcoming deadlines in the UAE
Full timeline →Scholarships To Look At
Awards Pakistani students use here.
Khalifa University Graduate Scholarships →MBZUAI Fellowships →HEC Overseas Scholarships (PhD in selected fields) →HEC Indigenous PhD Fellowship →Your Student residence visa
Very easy: The university sponsors your residence visa.
- 1AdmissionFrom a licensed university.
- 2Entry permitArranged by the university.
- 3Medical and Emirates IDAfter arrival.
- 4Residence visaStamped or issued digitally.
Watch out: Check that the degree is accredited and recognised by HEC before you enrol.
How We Help You Get In
01Honest shortlist
Universities and scholarships you can realistically win, not the ones that pay agents most.
02Applications that stand out
SOPs, CVs and references shaped with you, then checked line by line.
03Visa file done right
Funds, documents and interview practice for your country’s rules.
04Ready to fly
Accommodation, travel and pre-departure briefing so you land prepared.
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Abu Dhabi: FAQs
01Can Pakistani students apply to Abu Dhabi University?
Yes. International students usually apply directly through the university, then need a Student residence visa. TeamOnline helps with the shortlist, documents, essays and visa.
02How hard is it to get into Abu Dhabi University?
Accessible. Meet the published requirements and your chances are good.
03How much does it cost to study at Abu Dhabi University?
Tuition in the UAE is typically AED 40,000 – AED 90,000 / year, with living costs of AED 3,000 – AED 5,000 / month. That is roughly Rs 57 lakh to Rs 1.1 crore a year in total. Scholarships can cover much or all of it.
04Where is Abu Dhabi University?
Abu Dhabi University is in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
05What scholarships can I use at Abu Dhabi University?
Options include Khalifa University Graduate Scholarships, MBZUAI Fellowships, HEC Overseas Scholarships (PhD in selected fields), HEC Indigenous PhD Fellowship. Eligibility changes every year, so check the official pages or ask a counsellor.
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