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Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) · Government
ADEK Khotwa Scholarship Programme
A fully sponsored alternative pathway to a degree abroad via a community college or foundation year.
Fully fundedUAE nationalsFoundationBachelor'sAbroadFully funded
Dates not confirmed
The last published cycle took applications September–December 2024 for Fall 2025 study.
Verified· 22 Oct 2026
What you get
Fully sponsored: 2 years at a community college in the US or Canada and then 2 at a university, or 1 foundation year and 3 university years in Australia or New Zealand. Up to 1 year of English training abroad if needed.
Eligibility
UAE national. Grade 11 and 12 average 60% or above. IELTS 3.5 or above within the last 2 years. Men need the national service completion letter. You must agree to live in a homestay abroad.
Minimum grades
60% average in Grades 11 and 12
Documents checklist
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Sources
- khotwa.adek.ae/en/· programme structure, eligibility, last cycle dates· Checked 23 Oct 2026· couldn't be reached at the last check
Criteria change every year. Before applying, confirm the current terms, deadlines and approved universities on the sponsor's official page.