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10 universities · 1 Tier 1Universities In The UAE
From NYU Abu Dhabi and United Arab Emirates to 5 cities across the UAE: facts, photos, how to apply and the scholarships that fund you.
2 scholarships in the UAE- Universities10
- Tier 11
TuitionAED 40,000 – AED 90,000
Apply viaDirectly through the university
VisaStudent residence visa
Our assessment
How Hard Is It To Get In?
Our assessment of the UAE for Pakistani students.
Getting in
Accessible
Branch campuses of UK, US and Australian universities with accessible entry.
Visa
Very easy
The university sponsors your residence visa.
Cost
Moderate
Tuition and Dubai living costs are high.
Work rights
Limited
Part-time work only with permission.
The flagships
Tier-1 Universities In the UAE
Where our scholarship students aim first.
More Universities
United Arab Emirates University
Al Ain, UAE
Khalifa University
Abu Dhabi, UAE
American University in Dubai
Dubai, UAE
Zayed University
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Paris-Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
UAE
American University of Sharjah
Emirate of Sharjah, UAE
Abu Dhabi University
Abu Dhabi, UAE
University of Sharjah
Emirate of Sharjah, UAE
Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence
Masdar City, UAE
Funding
Scholarships For the UAE
Your Student residence visa, Step By Step
- 1AdmissionFrom a licensed university.
- 2Entry permitArranged by the university.
- 3Medical and Emirates IDAfter arrival.
- 4Residence visaStamped or issued digitally.
How We Help
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.
Universities In the UAE: FAQs
01How many universities in the UAE are listed?
10 universities in the UAE, including 1 Tier-1 universities such as NYU Abu Dhabi.
02What are the top universities in the UAE for Pakistani students?
Well-known choices include NYU Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates University, Khalifa University, American University in Dubai, Zayed University. The right shortlist depends on your grades, course and budget.
03How do Pakistani students apply to universities in the UAE?
Most international students apply through Directly through the university, then apply for a Student residence visa. Intakes are September, January, May.
04How much does it cost to study in the UAE?
Tuition is typically AED 40,000 – AED 90,000 / year and living costs AED 3,000 – AED 5,000 / month.
05Are there scholarships for universities in the UAE?
Yes. Options include Khalifa University Graduate Scholarships, MBZUAI Fellowships.
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