2010 H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Scholarships-American University in Dubai, Dubai
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Scholarships in American University in Dubai(AUD), Dubai
Scholarship Name:H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Scholarships
Introduction:
In May, 1999, on the occasion of the Second Commencement Exercises of The American University in Dubai held under his patronage, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, announced the creation of thirty-two scholarships for which prospective AUD students would be eligible. The University’s Administration has designated the scholarships to carry Sheikh Mohammed’s name, citing how His Highness’ gesture reflects a deep commitment to education as the driving force in the accomplishment of Dubai’s and the UAE’s public agenda. The H.H. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Scholarships have been conceived with the objective of rewarding academic excellence and responding to financial need; as such, they will act as an incentive and reward for superior scholastic performance, as well as an economic contribution to the acquisition of an American-accredited university degree.
Eligibility:
In order to be eligible for a Scholarship, new students must apply to one of AUD’s(American University in Dubai) degree programs, undergraduate or MBA. High school applicants should have at least a 90% grade average (or equivalent). MBA candidates (for UAE nationals only) must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
How to Apply:
- A completed ‘H. H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Scholarship’ application with all supporting documents as detailed on the application.
- A non-refundable application fee of AED 200.
- Official high school/secondary school transcripts or its equivalent (academic records) as approved by the Ministry of Education and Youth in the original, covering the last three academic years and reflecting a 90% average and above. (Required averages vary by school systems. Students should consult an AUD admissions coordinator for pertinent requirements).
Please note that foreign high school transcripts must be legally translated into English and stamped by the Ministry of Education of pertaining country.
- International TOEFL (min. score required is 550/CAT 213 and 4.0 TWE or Internet Based 79-80/w24) or an equivalent score on another internationally-recognized exam.(AUD’s international code for TOEFL is 0063.)
- SAT I or the University’s Math placement exam at AUD. (Engineering students are required to take both the SAT I and the University Math placement exam).(AUD’s international code for SAT is 2688.)
- One letter of recommendation from a reference (high school teacher) stating your ability to successfully complete university level work. The letter must be officially stamped by the school.
- Two photos (passport size) + colored copy of passport.
Applications and supporting documents to be mailed to:
Admissions Office,
The American University in Dubai,
P.O. Box: 28282,
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Application Form:
http://www.aud.edu/admissions/files/SHKApp.pdf
Important Dates:
Deadline for sending application and supporting documents is July 15th of each Academic Year
Source:
http://www.aud.edu/admissions/Sheikh.asp#2
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