To Fulfill the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice-President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, in providing a solid education base and exceptional opportunities for tomorrow’s potential leaders, EDAAD program was launched on July 21, 2001.


Mission:
EDAAD scholarship program aims at enhancing the skill level of UAE nationals. It sponsors and encourages them to pursue their education at top ranking universities worldwide. Consequently, their refined talents will be utilized in accelerating the country’s overall development in the new era.

Our Services:
EDAAD Scholarship Program provides various services.
Academically, EDAAD team assists students in selecting the appropriate universities and programs that match their qualifications, potentials and career aspirations. It monitors and provides academic counseling, follow up and support through their years of study.
On the career level, EDAAD aims to develop strong ties with the country’s business and industry to identify suitable internship and job opportunities for its graduates.
Financially, EDAAD provides its students with the following benefits: 

• An annual round trip economy class ticket from Dubai to the designated country of study.
• Full coverage of tuition fees
• A monthly salary relevant to the country’s cost of living.
• Book allowance
• Health insurance
• Visa Expenses

Major Obligations:
1) All EDAAD scholarship recipients are required to complete at least one 6 week practical work experience/internship during their period of study (summer or mid season break) or immediately following their graduation.

2) Students are required to maintain a “B” average or its equivalent throughout their studies.

3) EDAAD scholarship program requires each of its scholars to work in the UAE for the minimum period equivalent to the duration of sponsorship following his/her graduation.