The American University of Bahrain grants scholarships to students with exemplary academic performance, personal achievements, and motivation to succeed. These students are also seen as ambassadors of our mission and vision and can thrive within a diverse and multicultural student body.
We provide several scholarship opportunities to support our students’ educational goals. At AUBH, we are committed to student success. Therefore, all scholarships and financial aid are at the discretion of the University. Scholarships are designed to reward, encourage, and assist students in pursuing academic excellence.
Important Disclaimer
Applicants must indicate their scholarship interest within the application form. Scholarship requests submitted via email or after application submission will not be considered.
All required scholarships documents to be sent to the scholarship@aubh.edu.bh email
Scholarships
Full Scholarship
This scholarship covers books and tuition fees for four academic years and is available for domestic students only.
Criteria for Application
- GPA 90% +
- IELTS of 6 with no less than 5.5 in writing or equivalent
Documents Required
- School transcript
- Valid proof of English language proficiency
- Personal statement
- Portfolio of achievement
Selection
- Eligible applicants will be invited to take a problem solving test on June 10, 2026 at 5PM. Short-listed students will then be invited for an in-person panel interview
The deadline to apply is the 1st of June, 2026. Limited seats available.
Submission
- All required scholarships documents to be sent to the scholarship@aubh.edu.bh email
Domestic Partial Scholarships
The Early Enrollees Award is a guaranteed award for those who enroll by the deadline. However, if the recipient qualifies for and receives a higher value scholarship, the Early Enrollees award will no longer apply.
Application Deadline: 15th April 2026
| Type of Scholarship | Criteria of Selection | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Early Enrollees | Registration fee (BD 600) is paid | 10% |
Disclaimer: The Early Enrollees award is applicable for one academic year only.
Academic Excellence Scholarships are granted on a first-come, first-served basis. Seats are limited and awards are subject to availability. Eligibility is determined based on the student’s high school GPA.
| Type of Scholarship | Criteria of Selection | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Public schools | 90% 80% - 89% |
50% 30% |
| Private schools | Above 95% 90% - 95% 80% - 89% |
30% 20% 15% |
| A Levels | AAB and above ABB BBB |
25% 20% 15% |
| IB | 34 IB points or above 31-33 IB points |
25% 20% |
These scholarships are awarded to students with exceptional skills or achievements in specific fields. Examples, but not limited to, talent, community engagement, leadership, and athletics.
Application deadline: 30th June 2026
| Type of Scholarship | Criteria of Selection | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Inspire, Lead, and Compete |
GPA of 80% and above. 80% - 89% Interview process |
25-50% |
| Type of Scholarship | Criteria of Selection | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Siblings Discount | 2 or more siblings are enrolled in the same semester (applicable for undergraduate programs only) | 10% |
| Type of Scholarship | Criteria of Selection | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Alumni Discount | To all AUBH alumni | 15% |
Conditions:
- Scholarships will not be granted until the student pays the seat reservation fee (BD 600).
- Registration fee deadline is mentioned in the scholarship contract.
Conditions:
- Scholarships will not be granted until the student pays the seat reservation fee (BD 600).
- Registration fee deadline is mentioned in the scholarship contract.
- The deadline to apply for scholarships is June 30, 2025 (Fall Semester).
International Partial Scholarships
The Early Enrollees Award is a guaranteed award for those who enroll by the deadline. However, if the recipient qualifies for and receives a higher value scholarship, the Early Enrollees award will no longer apply.
Application Deadline: 15th April 2026
| Type of Scholarship | Criteria of Selection | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Early Enrollees | Registration fee (BD 600) is paid | 10% |
Disclaimer: The Early Enrollees award is applicable for one academic year only.
These scholarships are awarded to students with exceptional skills or achievements in specific fields. Examples, but not limited to, talent, community engagement, leadership, and athletics.
Application deadline: 30th June 2026
| Type of Scholarship | Criteria of Selection | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Inspire, Lead, and Compete | GPA of 80% and above.
80% - 89% Interview process |
25-50% |
| Type of Scholarship | Criteria of Selection | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Siblings Discount | 2 or more siblings are enrolled in the same semester (applicable for undergraduate programs only) | 10% |
| Type of Scholarship | Criteria of Selection | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Alumni Discount | To all AUBH alumni | 15% |
Conditions:
- Scholarships will not be granted until the student pays the seat reservation fee (BD 600).
- Registration fee deadline is mentioned in the scholarship contract.
Conditions:
- Scholarships will not be granted until the student pays the seat reservation fee (BD 600).
- Registration fee deadline is mentioned in the scholarship contract.
- The deadline to apply for scholarships is June 30, 2025 (Fall Semester).
This scholarship is exclusively available to international students only. Eligibility is determined based on the student’s high school GPA.
| Type of Scholarship | Criteria of Selection | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| AUBH Global Scholarship | 80%-89% | 15% |
| AUBH President’s Scholarship | 90% and above | 25% |
Conditions:
- Scholarships will not be granted until the student pays the seat reservation fee (BD 600).
- Registration fee deadline is mentioned in the scholarship contract.
- The deadline to apply for scholarships is June 30, 2025 (Fall Semester).
Support for Success Aid
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