Manipal Academy of Higher Education in Dubai allocates 25 million dirhams for scholarships

The Manipal Academy for Higher Education in Dubai announced the launch of a scholarship program worth 25 million dirhams, in a move aimed at providing opportunities to enroll in higher education with international standards to a wider segment of students, and enabling students to complete their studies within the United Arab Emirates.

The UAE continues to consolidate its position as a global center for higher education, with a clear focus on developing competencies, enhancing the international character of education, and supporting the knowledge economy. In this context, the importance of expanding access to quality education is highlighted. The scholarship program launched by the Manipal Academy for Higher Education in Dubai reflects this trend, by making internationally recognized academic programs available to a wider segment of students, which supports the preparation of qualified cadres for the requirements of the future.

The program, worth 25 million dirhams, includes a group of scholarships based on academic excellence for undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including the “Mahila Sarvashiksha Abhiyan” scholarship designated for female students, and the “Al Daem” scholarship, which provides direct financial support. The program is designed to meet the needs of a wide range of students, from those who excel academically to those who need additional financial support.

Dr. S. said: Sudhindra, Vice President of Manipal Academy of Higher Education in Dubai: “Providing access to high-quality higher education is essential, especially as the UAE continues to consolidate its position as a global center for education. This scholarship program embodies our commitment to supporting students in achieving their academic goals, and contributing to the preparation of qualified cadres that keep pace with the country’s drive towards a knowledge-based economy.”

The program includes more than 50 specializations within undergraduate, postgraduate, MBA, and professional qualifications programs, in line with sectors related to the priorities of economic diversification and the requirements of the labor market in the UAE. By expanding the scope of financial support, the Manipal Academy for Higher Education in Dubai seeks to enable a larger number of students to pursue their education within the country and contribute to the developed economy in the region.

This announcement comes at a time when an increasing number of students are choosing regional study destinations instead of traditional markets abroad, supported by the UAE’s advanced education policies, its partnerships with international universities, as well as the increasing focus on research, innovation and employability. In this changing context, the importance of the role of educational institutions in reducing the gap between students’ aspirations and access to education becomes increasingly important.

The launch of this program coincides with the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Manipal Academy for Higher Education in the UAE, confirming its continued focus on expanding access to education, building capabilities, and developing competencies, as essential pillars of its role in the higher education sector.