Scholarship Applications Are Currently Closed
Scholarship applications for the 2026–2027 academic year are currently closed and will reopen in September 2026.
Scholarships are made available on an annual basis and cover a percentage of the tuition fees up to a maximum of 100% for Emirati scholarships and up to 50% of the tuition fees for academic and talent scholarships.
Our Scholarships Categories:
Emirati students: We will award up to 100% scholarships in this category. | Talent and Sports: We will award up to 50% discount. | IBDP Academic Excellence: We will award up to 50% discount. |
- Awards for Academic Scholarships are valid for two years (Grade 11 and Grade 12). It is expected that awardees maintain a level of attendance, academic performance, and behavioural standards in line with the Schools’ and AFEF’s expectations. Any concerns over the attendance, academic level or behaviour of an awardee shall be communicated with the family concerned in order to ensure compliance with Award terms at all times.
- Awards for Emirati Student Scholarships are valid for the duration that the student is enrolled at UAS/DIS subject to their maintaining appropriate levels of academic performance, attendance, and behaviour.
- Awards for Sports and Talent Scholarship are valid for the duration that the student is enrolled at UAS/DIS subject to their maintaining appropriate levels of academic performance, attendance, and behaviour, and to representing UAS/DIS at local, regional, and international events, when applicable. A portfolio of evidence is required to be submitted annually and received before the end of May.
- Awards for Alumni Scholarships are valid for the duration of the recipient’s undergraduate degree programme, subject to satisfactory academic progress, continued compliance with the scholarship agreement, and active engagement with AFEF and alumni initiatives. Recipients are expected to uphold the values of AFEF and Al-Futtaim, provide regular progress updates, and contribute to the school community through mentoring, events, or other agreed activities.
Emirati Scholarships requiring a CAT4 test will be contacted, and testing will be arranged through Admissions. The application deadline for 2025/2026 is closed on 30th of May 2025. Applications can be made via the form on the school website.
Only applications made through the website will be accepted. Terms and conditions to be applied.
Meet Some of Our Previous Scholarship Students
“Being awarded the Al-Futtaim Education Foundation scholarship for art felt like real validation. It showed me that my creativity and effort were recognised, and it encouraged me to keep developing my skills and exploring my ideas through art at UAS.”
Nikita | Grade 9 Student
Knowing that my work was recognised and supported reassured them and made them feel proud. It helped them see that my passion for art is valued and that I am being given the opportunity to grow.” “This scholarship gives me motivation and confidence as I continue my journey. Having the support of the Al-Futtaim Education Foundation makes me feel encouraged to keep creating, improving, and looking ahead with excitement.” | The scholarship also meant a great deal to my parents. |