Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) Dubai

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Rochester Institute of Technology, Dubai (RIT Dubai), established in 2008 in Dubai Silicon Oasis, is the international campus of RIT New York. It offers U.S.-accredited degrees in engineering, computing, business, and liberal arts, with the advantage of studying in the UAE and the option to transfer to the main campus in New York. RIT Dubai is renowned for its co-op programs, industry collaborations, and innovative education.

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Entry Requirements

Undergraduate Programs

High school completion certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent).
IB: 24 points or above.
A-Levels: Minimum three subjects with passing grades.
Some majors may require SAT/ACT or placement tests.

Postgraduate Programs (Master’s Degrees)

Recognized Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Minimum GPA as per program requirements.
CV/Resume, recommendation letters, and personal statement.
Relevant work experience may be needed for MBA or professional programs.

English Language Requirements

IELTS: 6.5 overall (no band less than 6.0).
TOEFL iBT: 79.
PTE Academic: 56+.
Exemption may apply if prior education was in English.

Rochester Institute of Technology Dubai Tuition Fees

Undergraduate Programs – Annual Fees (per year)

• B.Sc. Cybersecurity – AED 68,000
  
• B.Sc. Computing & Information Technologies – AED 68,000
  
• B.Sc. Electrical Engineering – AED 68,000
  
• B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering – AED 68,000
  
• B.Sc. Industrial Engineering – AED 68,000
  
• B.Sc. Finance – AED 68,000
  
• B.Sc. Marketing – AED 68,000
  
• B.Sc. Global Business Management – AED 68,000
  
• B.Sc. Psychology – AED 68,000
  
• B.Sc. New Media Design – AED 68,000
  

Postgraduate Programs – Total Program Fees

• M.Sc. Electrical Engineering – AED 117,000
  
• M.Sc. Mechanical Engineering – AED 117,000
  
• M.Sc. Cybersecurity – AED 117,000
  
• M.Sc. Engineering Management – AED 129,000
  
• M.Sc. Organizational Leadership & Innovation – AED 128,700
  
• M.Sc. Smart Cities (Professional Studies) – AED 143,550
  
• M.Sc. Data Analytics (Professional Studies) – AED 128,700
  
• M.Sc. Future Foresight & Planning (Professional Studies) – AED 128,700
  

Other Fees

• Enrollment Deposit: AED 2,500 (non-refundable).
  
• Visa Fee: AED 5,300 (with refundable deposit).
  
• Lab Fee: AED 860 per course.
  
• Books & Supplies: ~AED 500 per semester.
  

Living Costs in Dubai

• Accommodation: AED 2,500 – 4,000 per month.
  
• Food & Utilities: AED 1,500 – 2,500 per month.
  
• Transportation: AED 300 – 500 per month.
  
• Other personal expenses: vary by lifestyle.

Scholarships at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) Dubai

Undergraduate Scholarships

Merit-Based Academic Scholarship

• Value: Up to 45% tuition discount.

Eligibility:

1. Must be a full-time undergraduate applicant.
2. The award is strictly based on final high school grades:
   1. 80–84.99% = 5%
   2. 85–89.99% = 15%
   3. 90–94.99% = 25%
   4. 95–97.99% = 35%
   5. ≥98% = 45%
      
3. Must meet RIT Dubai’s admission and English language requirements.
4. Scholarship is renewable if the student maintains a minimum GPA each semester.
   

• How to Apply: Automatically considered upon admission.
  
• Deadline: Fall (June 15), Spring (November 15).
  

Dean’s Scholarship

Value: Up to 30% tuition discount.

Eligibility:

1. Open to students admitted to programs in Engineering, Computing, Business, or Liberal Arts.
   
2. Must show outstanding academic performance (high GPA and strong subject grades in the chosen major).
   
3. Evidence of leadership or co-curricular involvement strengthens eligibility.
   
4. Renewal requires maintaining a high GPA.
   

How to Apply: Awarded automatically during admission review.
Deadline: Same as admission deadlines.

Tiger Journey Scholarship

Value: 20% tuition discount (limited to 50 seats).

Eligibility:

1. Predicted high school grades of 90% or higher.
   
2. Must meet English language proficiency requirements (IELTS/TOEFL).
   
3. Must pass RIT Dubai placement tests where required.
   
4. Only available to first-time applicants (new students).
   

How to Apply: Apply with predicted grades and English test results.

Deadline: Early applications encouraged; awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

Global Tigers Scholarship (Undergraduate)

Value: 40% tuition discount on first-year tuition (limited to 10 seats).
Eligibility:

1. Available only to international undergraduate students.
   
2. Must demonstrate outstanding academic performance.
   
3. Must meet all admission and English language requirements.
   
4. Preference given to early applicants.
   

How to Apply: Select “Global Tigers Scholarship” during the admission application.
Deadline: First-come, first-served (limited seats).

Postgraduate Scholarships

Graduate Merit Scholarship

Value: Up to 30% tuition discount.

Eligibility:

1. Based on undergraduate GPA:
   

• GPA 3.0–3.4 = 10%
• GPA ≥ 3.4 = 20%
• GPA ≥ 3.6 = 30%
  

2. Open to all Master’s program applicants.
   
3. Must meet admission and English language requirements.
   
4. Renewal requires maintaining a strong GPA in the Master’s program.
   

How to Apply: Automatically considered during admission.

Deadline: Fall (June 15), Spring (November 15).

Teaching & Research Assistantships

Value: Up to 50% tuition fee waiver or monthly stipend.

Eligibility:

1. Must be enrolled as a postgraduate student.
   
2. Strong GPA in undergraduate studies.
   
3. Relevant skills in research or teaching.
   
4. Preference given to students applying to STEM programs.
   

How to Apply: Apply through your academic department after admission.
 Scholarships Information – RIT Dubai

Deadline: Departmental deadlines (varies by semester).

Corporate & Alumni Scholarships

Value: 30% tuition discount.

Eligibility:

1. Available to graduate students employed in RIT Dubai partner companies.
   
2. Available to RIT alums enrolling in postgraduate programs.
   
3. Proof of employment or alums status is mandatory.
   

How to Apply: Submit company/alum proof during admission.

Deadline: Same as admission deadlines.

Global Tigers Scholarship (Graduate)

Value: ~30% tuition discount for the first semester.

Eligibility:

1. Open to new international graduate students.
   
2. Strong undergraduate academic record required.
   
3. Must meet English language and admission requirements.
   
4. Limited in number (competitive selection).
   

How to Apply: Apply during admission by selecting the Global Tigers Scholarship.

Deadline: First-come, first-served.

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