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Sheikh Hamdan commended the Emirati students selected under the scholarship programme for
the 2024-25 academic year during an orientation session held today at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel
Dubai.
“Today marks the beginning of a new journey for a group of exceptional students who will pursue
their higher education at world-renowned universities through the Hamdan bin Mohammed
Scholarship Programme, guided by the vision of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Driven
by the ambition and dedication of our students, Dubai continues to shape its future by nurturing
and investing in exceptional talent,” he said.

“After meeting with the scholars and the 2023-24 cohort of Emirati Top Achievers, I am confident
that the future of our emirate is in good hands. The dreams and aspirations of our scholars align
with Dubai’s bold vision, and I am certain they will play a vital role in Dubai’s continued growth and
success. Through this scholarship programme, we are developing the next generation of leaders
who will contribute to the comprehensive development of our city, and we will ensure that every
student receives the support and guidance needed to excel at every step,” he added.

The event also honoured 40 top-performing high school graduates from both public and private
schools across various curricula under the Top Achievers programme. Additionally, it celebrated the
2024 graduating class of the Ruler’s Court Higher Education Scholarship, which recognises
outstanding Emirati high school graduates and covers various academic disciplines.

A total of 321 students applied for the scholarship programme in its inaugural year. The first cohort
of scholars was selected by the programme’s steering committee following a rigorous evaluation
process, which took into consideration their academic performance, the global rankings of the
universities they applied to, and how their chosen academic disciplines align with Dubai’s future
goals and economic priorities.

The selected students will attend 30 universities in the UAE and abroad. They will pursue 35
academic disciplines, including engineering, information technology, business administration,
health sciences, and the arts. (ANI/WAM)

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