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Policy Title: |
9.a Scholarship Policy | ||
| Policy Number: | FR-PO-9A | Date Created: | 29-05-2011 |
| Responsible: | Vice President of Administration and Finance Vice President Student Affairs | Approved by: | Board of Trustees |
Purpose
A primary objective of the scholarships offered by Canadian University Dubai is to promote the recruitment and retention of high academic achievers. At the same, we understand the importance of difference and diversity and we do not want financial limitations or special needs to get in the way of a great education.
Scope
This policy applies to all the CUD students.
Scholarships
Canadian University Dubai offers the following scholarships:
Undergraduate Level
- Academic Excellence Scholarship
- Sports Scholarship
- Financial Hardship Scholarship
- Special Needs Scholarship
- Special Talent Scholarship
Undergraduate and Graduate Level
- Study Scholarship
Please note that the number of scholarships awarded is limited and students must meet the minimum selection criteria for the relevant category in order for their application to be considered by the scholarship committee. The amount to be awarded depends on the specific criteria outlined for each scholarship.
Guiding Principles for Canadian University Dubai Scholarships
- Scholarships are open to all students of any citizenship who have met all the admission requirements.
- Scholarships are awarded to full-time students enrolled in four academic courses or more per semester. For Financial Hardship and Special Needs Scholarships, the number of academic courses students must enroll in will be considered on a case-by-case basis, although, where possible, a minimum of four academic courses is recommended. Please note that scholarships can be granted for credit-bearing courses only.
- Students must maintain the cumulative grade point average (CGPA) necessary in order to continue receiving scholarship funding. The specific CGPA requirements vary according to the type of scholarship applied for. These details are outlined in the specific scholarship descriptions.
- Scholarships are not valid for summer semesters.
- Scholarships are only valid for current tuition fees.
- Students can apply for more than one scholarship, provided they meet the eligibility requirements. In case a student qualifies for more than one reduction, scholarship or discount, the student will be given the chance to choose the scholarship with the highest value.
- All remaining fees (tuition and housing) must be paid promptly in order to receive and maintain the scholarship.
Please note the following condition:
Scholarship recipients or those who qualify for a reduction in the cost of tuition may not appeal the decision of the University, or the percentage or amount of reduction assigned. The decision to grant or deny a reduction in cost is final.
Application Deadlines
- The scholarship application deadline for the fall semester is July 7th.
- The scholarship application deadline for the spring semester is December 20th.
- Please note that late or incomplete scholarship applications will not be considered by the scholarship committee.
- Applicants must email their scholarship application forms (or visit the scholarship section of Student Affairs), along with all supporting documents (as detailed in the relevant sections of the different scholarship types) to scholarship@cud.ac.ae
- Academic Excellence Scholarship
Overall Terms and Conditions
- To be considered eligible for the Academic Excellence Scholarship, students need to be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours.
- Scholarships awarded for the fall semester are valid for one year, provided that the CGPA is maintained as per the information below and provided the student registers for at least 12 credit hours per semester.
- Scholarships awarded for the spring semester are valid for one semester only.
- Deadlines for the fall semester (July 7th) and spring semester (December 20th) must be met.
- Scholarships do not apply for summer semesters.
- Applicants must email their scholarship application forms along with all supporting documentation to scholarship@cud.ac.ae by July 7th (fall intake) or December 20th (spring intake).
- Late or incomplete scholarship applications will not be considered by the scholarship committee.
Academic Excellence Scholarship Allocation
50% tuition waiver
High school students need to have attained an academic average of 99%* or above to apply for a 50% tuition waiver.
For current CUD students renewing their scholarship, the semester CGPA at the conclusion of the semester must be 3.98 or higher to continue receiving a 50% tuition waiver.
40% tuition waiver
High school students need to have attained an academic average of between 95 – 98.9%* to apply for a 40% tuition waiver.
For current CUD students renewing their scholarship, the semester CGPA at the conclusion of the semester must be between 3.95 – 3.97 to continue receiving a 40% tuition waiver.
30% tuition waiver
High school students need to have attained an academic average of between 90 – 94.9%* to apply for a 30% tuition waiver.
For current CUD students renewing their scholarship, the semester CGPA at the conclusion of the semester must be between 3.9 – 3.94 to continue receiving a 30% tuition waiver.
20% tuition waiver
High school students need to have attained an academic average of between 85 – 89.9%* to apply for a 20% tuition waiver.
For current CUD students renewing their scholarship, the semester CGPA at the conclusion of the semester must be between 3.85 – 3.89 to continue receiving a 20% tuition waiver.
10% tuition waiver (returning students only)
High school students who were granted an automatic 20% tuition waiver for their first semester at CUD and have maintained a 3.8 – 3.84 CGPA, may be eligible for a 10% tuition waiver on the subsequent semester.
* UAE Secondary School Certificate or Equivalent
| New Students (1st semester) | Returning students (2nd semester and beyond) |
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| High school degree | Tuition waiver | CGPA | Tuition waiver |
| – | – | 3.8 – 3.84 | 10% |
| 85% – 89.9% | 20% | 3.85 – 3.89 | 20% |
| 90% – 94.9% | 30% | 3.90 – 3.94 | 30% |
| 95% – 98.9% | 40% | 3.95 – 3.97 | 40% |
| 99% – 100% | 50% | 3.98 – 4.0 | 50% |
*The Guiding Principles for Canadian University Dubai scholarships must be met.
- Sports Scholarship
This scholarship is meant for elite and talented athletes from any sport who have competed and achieved success at least at a city level. Sports Scholarships are awarded based on the applicant’s sports achievement level and their academic performance. A tuition waiver of up to 40% can be applied accordingly.
Overall Terms and Conditions
- Sports Scholarships are valid for one semester only.
- Students can reapply each semester to continue their scholarship.
- Deadlines for the fall semester (July 1st) and spring semester (December 20th) must be met
- Sports Scholarships do not apply for summer semesters.
- For high school applicants to be eligible, they must have a minimum academic achievement of 70%.
- Returning students are required to achieve a minimum of a 3.0 CGPA to be eligible to apply/ reapply for the Sports Scholarship.
- Successful applicants will be required to support the sports department in different events and will be required to contribute up to 15 hours per month of community service as part of their commitment to the University.
- Applications for the Sports Scholarship must include:
- Completed application form
- Brief bio including relevant sport accomplishments
- Scanned copies of references from the applicant’s coach and/or PE teacher on institutional letterhead
- Scanned copies of certificates relevant to the sport the applicant is applying for
*The Guiding Principles for Canadian University Dubai scholarships must be met.
The objective of these scholarships is to promote access to higher education to students facing financial hardship. A tuition waiver of up-to 40% can be applied as evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Overall Terms and Conditions
- Financial Hardship Scholarships are valid for one semester only.
- Students can reapply each semester to continue their scholarship.
- Deadlines for the fall semester (July 1st) and spring semester (December 20th) must be met.
- Financial Hardship Scholarships do not apply for summer semesters
- For high school applicants to be eligible, they must have a minimum academic achievement of 75%.
- Returning students are required to achieve a minimum of a 2.8 CGPA to be eligible to apply/ reapply for the Financial Hardship Scholarship.
- Successful applicants will be required to contribute up to 15 hours per month of community service as part of their commitment to the University.
- Applications for the Financial Hardship Scholarship must include:
- Completed application form
- Current rental contract
- Bank statements
- Employee certificate and salary statement for each employed family member
- Copy of passport and visa for all working family members (or both parents)
- Certificates of educational tuition fees for each sibling
All documentation will be kept confidential. Any application with incomplete documentation cannot be considered by the scholarship committee when awarding the Financial Hardship Scholarships.
*The Guiding Principles for Canadian University Dubai scholarships must be met.
We at Canadian University Dubai pledge to provide an inclusive learning environment and to support the cognitive, emotional, and creative development of students with disabilities. Special needs may be justified by physical or other disabilities.
Students eligible for a Special Needs Scholarship will benefit from a tuition reduction of up to 40%.
Overall Terms and Conditions
- For students applying for the Special Needs Scholarship at the point of admission to the University, the academic average will be considered by the scholarship committee on a case-by-case basis.
- For current students, a minimum CGPA of 2.0 is required to be eligible to apply for the scholarship.
- Deadlines for the fall semester (July 1st) and spring semester (December 20th) must be met.
- Special Needs Scholarships do not apply for summer semesters.
- Students are required to provide an up-to-date professionally documented diagnosis that will be kept confidentially.
- The scholarship application is reviewed by and subject to the scholarship committee’s discretion.
*The Guiding Principles for Canadian University Dubai scholarships must be met.
This scholarship is meant for elite and talented individuals from any field who have competed and achieved success at a city level or beyond. Special Talent Scholarships are awarded based on the applicant’s achievement level and their academic performance. A tuition waiver of up to 40% can be applied accordingly.
Overall Terms and Conditions
- Special Talent Scholarships are valid for one semester only.
- Students can reapply each semester to continue their scholarship.
- Deadlines for the fall semester (July 1st) and spring semester (December 20th) must be met.
- Special Talent Scholarships do not apply for summer semesters.
- For high school applicants to be eligible, they must have a minimum academic achievement of 70%.
- Returning students are required to achieve a minimum of a 3.0 CGPA to be eligible to apply/ reapply for the Special Talent Scholarship.
- Successful applicants will be required to contribute up to 15 hours per month of community service as part of their commitment to the University.
- Applications for the Special Talent Scholarship must include:
- Completed application form
- Documents supporting accomplishment within the applicant’s talent field
- Certificates relevant to the applicant’s talent
- Recommendations from teachers, trainers, or professionals from within the applicant’s talent field
*The Guiding Principles for Canadian University Dubai scholarships must be met.
Canadian University Dubai 2022 Undergraduate Scholarships for International Students
Canadian University Dubai offers the following scholarships:
- Academic Excellence Scholarship
- Sports Scholarship
- Financial Hardship Scholarship
- Special Needs Scholarship
- Special Talent Scholarship
CUD alumnus presented with UAE golden visa
Wednesday, October 27, 2021: Dubai-based Architectural photographer and Canadian University Dubai (CUD) alumnus, Anique Ahmed has been granted a golden visa (long-term visa) by the Federal Authority of Identity and Citizenship and Dubai Culture & Arts Authority. Under the category of creators and specialized talents, Anique has been recognized for his contribution to the photography community in the region. Specializing in architecture, interior, hospitality, and lifestyle photography, Anique has produced top-quality images for several brands internationally and in the Middle East. Known for emphasizing light and details with his works, Anique’s creative eye has been featured across several blogs, local articles, and newspapers, and has also won him several international fine art photography accolades. Reflecting on his accomplishment, Anique said: “I feel extremely humbled by this honor and am incredibly thankful to Dubai Culture & Arts Authority for recognizing my accomplishments and the work I have put in. It’s been an 11-year journey and represents much more than a golden visa to me. It represents my efforts and contribution to the photography industry in the region, a place that has been my home since childhood.” Growing up in Dubai, Anique was driven by his passion for architecture and photography. He turned to CUD to pursue these interests further, enrolling in the Bachelor of Architecture degree program where he graduated in 2013. Speaking of his experience, Anique added: “I’ve made some lifelong memories and friendships at Canadian University Dubai. The constant support from my mentors and faculty gave me the confidence I needed to pursue my passion for photography alongside my career as an Architect. They taught me the elements and principles of design, which helped me develop a strong eye for detail.” Commenting on his former student’s performance, Dr. Hamoud Dekkiche, Dean, Faculty of Architecture and Interior Design, Canadian University Dubai, said: “Anique was always interested in architectural photography during his studies. He has won photography awards and featured in architectural magazines with his works. Hearing about his success in his professional career makes us feel proud of our alumni from our architectural program and speaks to the true potential of our students.” Mr. Serkan Gunay, also commented on Anique’s achievement by saying: “As Anique’s graduation studio instructor, it gives me a great pleasure to see his achievements in his professional life. His graduation project was creating a UAE pavilion design for EXPO 2020 Dubai and now he is capturing the buildings at the actual site, which is a great achievement”. Anique’s advice to aspiring architectural photographers is to master the basics(lines, shapes, light, and shadows),create an impressive portfolio, invest in specialist equipment, and connect with designers in the region. He said: “Buildings are not merely spaces to be lived in but are and should be seen as incredible pieces of 3D art that can be captured and represented in one’s individual style.” Implemented in 2019, the golden visa acts as a new system for long-term residence visas. The system enables foreigners to live, work, and study in the UAE without the need of a national sponsor and with full ownership of their business on the UAE’s mainland. Being granted the golden visa now creates a new series of possibilities for Anique, whose plans for future expansions in photography for the region are now secured. The Faculty of Architecture and Interior Design at CUD provides students with the knowledge and tools necessary to become change makers within the industry. The unique studio experience offered is central to the teaching model and challenges students to translate the classroom experience into practice through innovative design and entrepreneurial ideas. With the fast-paced evolution of architecture, interior design, and sustainability, students are encouraged to critically analyze situations and develop unique design solutions, while acknowledging the human relationship to plan and design with empathy and responsibility.
Canadian University Dubai 2022-2023 Undergraduate Scholarships for International Students
At Canadian University Dubai, we pride ourselves on our commitment to providing a quality, Canadian education for all. We understand the importance of difference and diversity, and we do not want financial limitations or special needs to get in the way of your enrolment. To alleviate some of this concern and to reward high academic achievers, CUD offers the following scholarships:
- Academic Excellence Scholarship
- Sports Scholarship
- Financial Hardship Scholarship
- Special Needs Scholarship
- Special Talent Scholarship
CUD International Student Card ID
To international students who arrive from vulnerable countries in difficult economic situations, the University provides an International Student Card ID which gives them access to benefits and different discounts that allow these students to save money and have facilities and resources that help them successfully complete their days. and academic programs.
Nelson Egharevba
When I came to Canadian University Dubai I was awarded a sports scholarship and I enjoy the challenge of combining academic life with my participation in the university basketball team. I chose to study network engineering because I wanted to learn the advanced technical skills to help me develop as a tech-entrepreneur.
The teaching faculty have a high level of expertise and create a stimulating and supportive learning environment. Throughout the program we have had the opportunity to develop our practical networking skills, with access to all the relevant software.
CUD Announces Canada Day Scholarship Winners
September 6th, 2016: Two students from the School of Communication and Media Studies are set to embark upon an international education experience following the award of the annual Canada Day Scholarships at Canadian University Dubai (CUD).
Nada Anan and Marwa Jumah will start their degree programs at CUD on a one-year, 100% scholarship awarded by the University, in coordination with the Canadian Embassy and the Consulate General in Dubai. Both girls then plan to take up the unique opportunity to transfer their credits to one of CUD’s partner institutions and complete their higher education in Canada.
Originating from Palestine, journalism major Nada is aiming to pursue her passion for storytelling and is excited about the opportunities ahead. She said, “Growing up in a conflict zone has had a powerful effect on my ambitions. My hope is that one day I will be able to tell the stories of the Palestinian people all around the world, and getting a top-class international education will be the first step to achieving this goal.
“I am honored to receive this scholarship and grateful for the welcome I have received at CUD. The University already feels like home and ultimately I’m looking forward to making a home in Canada in the future.”
Meanwhile, fellow scholarship awardee Marwa is excited about expressing her creativity through a major in advertising. She said, “I love being imaginative and inventive, and CUD was always my first choice to study advertising because I knew that the Canadian perspectives of learning would promote that freedom of expression.
“I have always wanted to study in Canada and this scholarship will give me the opportunity to start my university journey and benefit from a strong curriculum in the UAE before I make the transition to study overseas.”
Established in 2013 to celebrate the University’s bonds with Canada, the Canada Day Scholarships provide recipients with the opportunity to embark upon an accredited degree program at CUD, which bases its programs on Canadian curriculum and education principles.
Scorpion Computer Devices
- * Up to 30% discount on maintenance service
- * Up to 20% discount on all spare parts
Offer Validity:Always
Audience
- Alumni
- Student
- Staff
Nene Chicken
20% of the total bill
Terms and Conditions
Avail the discount upon showing the University ID (Staff, Student).
Umami Japanese Kitchen
20% Discount for dine & takeaway.
Terms and Conditions
– Present the university ID.
Audience:
- Alumni
- Student
- Staff
Doner Deli
25% discount on all purchases
Doner Deli is a UAE based Doner brand which started its operations in 2014, now were located locally in 3 emirates and in 3 different countries in the GCC region. We serve the original german doner kabab in addition to other healthy options like Doner salads, veggie delight and others. to know more about our product offering please visit our website.
- Dubai: Jumeira, Dubai Marina, Al Barsha, Al Barari
- Abu Dhabi: Capital Mall, Khalidiya Mall
- Fujairah: Al Ghurfa Street
Terms and conditions
– Use the promo DDCUD while availing the offer from online portals, call centre, and dine in.
– Show university ID to cashier, delivery personnel.
– Valid only within delivery coverage area.
– Not valid with any other offers.
– Discount is not cashable or replaced with any other product.
– Delivery charges applicable.
– Discount only available through Doner Deli call centres, Doner Deli’s online portal and dine in.
Audience:
- Alumni
- Student
- Staff
Bshawarma
25% Discount on the Total Bill
Terms and Conditions
- Offer not valid in conjunction with any other offer or promotion
- Offer valid on all meals
- Offer valid for dine-in and take-away orders only
- Offer not redeemable for cash
- Use Promo Code: CUD 25P
- Offer Valid from 1 January 2020 – 31 December 2020
Location
Paragon Bay Mall, Next to Carrefour, Marina Square, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi
Audience:
- Alumni
- Student
- Staff
McBody Clinic
30% discount on all clinical treatments
Mcbody clinic is multispecialist clinic, which offer varies treatment including Dental, plastic surgery, dietician, general surgery, bariatric surgery, laser hair removal, nose surgery, filler, boto x, skin rejuvenation facials
Audience
- Student
- Staff
Australia Medical Centre
Location: Dubai, Al Wasl road, Al Manara area, villa #6 989, next to J3 mall
25% discount on Dental, Dermal, cosmetic and laser treatments
Audience
- Alumni
- Student
- Staff
Spadix Telecom Phones Trading
10% – 15% discount on most of the accessories in-store
10% discount on ALL repairs from the in-store service center
Location
Arabian Center, Al Mizher, Al Khawaneej Street, First Floor Near Etisalat Outlet, Shop No. 2100
OFFER VALIDITY
1 Year from the date approved
Terms and conditions
– Present the university ID card upon purchase
Audience
- Alumni
- Student
- Staff
Bon Chicken
20% Discount for dine & takeaway
Discount Code: CUD20
Terms and conditions
– Present the university ID card upon purchase
Audience
- Alumni
- Student
- Staff
Koryo
20% Discount for dine & takeaway
Discount Code: CUD20
Terms and conditions
– Present the university ID card upon purchase
Audience