Study at Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence

You are expected to submit the official transcripts upon securing admission and once you are onboard.

We admit students on a rolling admission basis. Deadline for submission is on 15th of July.

Be sure to monitor MBZUAI’s online portal regularly for any updates regarding your application. Pending tasks will delay the processing of your application. Please contact the admission department for an estimated time frame to expect a decision.

Students who wish to withdraw should notify the admission office. Applications can be deferred to the following semester or the following academic year, pending approval from the Admission Committee.

Yes, you can still apply, transcripts and degrees will only be required once an admission offer has been issued.

For all graduate programs: Internet-based TOEFL: Minimum overall score of 90, with 20 or above in each element, taken in one sitting, or IELTS (academic): Minimum grade of 6.5, with 6.0 or above in each element, taken in one sitting.

No, there is No age limit.

For Master’s Programs:

• Completed Degree: Bachelor of Science or equivalent from an accredited university or college recognized by the UAE Ministry of Education. • Academic Transcripts: Student should be amongst the top 20% of the class. A minimum GPA of 3.2 (on a 4.0 scale), or equivalent if required.
• English Language: Internet-based TOEFL: Minimum overall score of 90, with 20 or above in each element, taken in one sitting, or IELTS (academic): Minimum grade of 6.5, with 6.0 or above in each element, taken in one sitting.
• Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General score is a plus and would be considered in the evaluation of the applicants.
• Statement of Purpose

For PhD Programs:

• Completed Degree: Master of Science or equivalent from an accredited university or college recognized by the UAE Ministry of Education.
• Academic Transcripts: Student should be amongst the top 20% of the class. A minimum GPA of 3.2 (on a 4.0 scale), or equivalent if required.
• English Language: Internet-based TOEFL: Minimum overall score of 90, with 20 or above in each element, taken in one sitting, or IELTS (academic): Minimum grade of 6.5, with 6.0 or above in each element, taken in one sitting.
• Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General score is a plus and would be considered in the evaluation of the applicants.
• Statement of Purpose
• Research proposal

The application shall be accompanied by the following documentation: Application form for admission University degrees and transcripts English proficiency test scores (TOEFL or IELTS) Curriculum Vitae Personal motivational statement Statement of purpose Two letters of recommendation from academic supervisors/lecturers (preferred) or previous employer Research thesis proposal (3 – 4 pages) Passport copy Copy of Emirates ID (if applicable) Can I make changes to my applications? Students will be allowed to change any information and upload documents prior to the submission of their application. Should the applicant wish to change any information and upload documents after the submission of their application, a request specifying the required change and the justification will need to be sent admission office by email at: X@mbzuai.ac.ae for assistance. It is not possible to make changes if you have already submitted your application. Please contact the Admissions team by email

If you would like to change any of your submitted documents, please contact the Admissions team by email at: admission@mbzuai.ac.ae for assistance.

MBZUAI is commited to promoting diversity, intercultural understanding, and equal opportunity in academic excellence, research, teaching, leadership, administration, and service across the university community MBZUAI does not discriminate on the basis of nationality, religion, sect, or any special needs that students may have. As an institution of higher learning, we welcome a plurality of backgrounds and perspectives.