Abu Dhabi University

There is no much difference in applying for ADU when compared to other universities. It is just that Abu Dhabi University accepts applications on a rolling basis throughout the year, with intakes in the Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer.

The undergraduate fees for international students range from AED 46,515 to AED 63,000 per year (INR 10,51,800 to INR 14,24,600 per year) approx. Meanwhile, the postgraduate fees for international students range from AED 53,000 to AED 72,000 (approx INR 11,98,500 to INR 16,28,100 ) annually. Students are also required to pay a non-refundable registration fee of AED 2,850 (INR 64,446) upon admission.

The deadlines for submitting applications for Indian students at Abu Dhabi University are as follows:
Fall Semester: Aug 25, 2025 
Winter Semester: Dec 29, 2025
Summer Semester: Jun 28, 2025 

Abu Dhabi University is famous for its quality education, cultural acceptance and ROI. It has also been ranked #580 in the QS World University Rankings 2024 and is dedicated to empowering outstanding students and inspiring them to pursue higher education. In the 2023-24 Times Higher Education Global Employability University Ranking, Abu Dhabi University has been recognized as the best in the UAE for graduate employability. 

Studying in UAE, including Abu Dhabi, has become a favored choice among Indian students due to its strategic location, safety, diverse cultural environment, relaxed labor laws, migration opportunities, and quality of life. Besides, extreme competition at India’s top universities is pushing students to seek higher education abroad, and the UAE has emerged as a top pick due to the availability of quality education and the opportunity to avoid high competition back home.

For undergraduate admissions, the university's website states a minimum TOEFL score of 70 for the iBT and 525 for the ITP. However, for specific programs such as the College of Law, a minimum score of 85 in High School (Grade 12) is required.

Abu Dhabi University also accepts the following English proficiency tests for admission:
Academic IELTS with a minimum band score of 5.0
English EmSat with a minimum score of 1100
Institutional TOEFL (ITP) with a minimum score of 500. 

Most of the scholarships offered at Abu Dhabi University are merit based. So, for the eligibility, you need to meet certain academic criteria. For instance, the H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Scholarship and the Abu Dhabi University Scholarship typically require a minimum EmSAT Math score of 1,200, an EmSAT English score of 1,600, and an EmSAT Arabic score of 900 for all colleges. For detailed information on each scholarship and its specific requirements, you may refer to the official Abu Dhabi University website.

The Abu Dhabi University offers several scholarships for international students, including:
University Scholarship
Academic Scholarship
Athletic Scholarship
Family Tuition Waiver
Merit-Based Graduate Scholarship
Alumni Scholarship

In addition to the university scholarships, students at Abu Dhabi University are entitled to a 20% tuition fee waiver, and there are also scholarships available for athletes, merit-based graduate scholarships, and alumni scholarships. To apply for Abu Dhabi University scholarships, students can visit the university's official website and apply online through the application portal. 

Yes, an average Indian student can join Abu Dhabi University. The admission requirements for undergraduate programs include a high school leaving certificate, high school transcripts, or foundation results, as well as a minimum GPA of 2.8. For postgraduate programs, a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale is required.