Our goal is to move each individual forward as a well-rounded, lifelong learner and a good global citizen. To achieve this, emphasis is placed not just on academic achievement, but also on extracurricular involvement. Our vibrant student life provides something for everybody, from sports to concerts, and various academic and recreational clubs. Students are also involved in many different types of social activities, including community fundraising, team building, and networking events.

- A High School Certificate;

- Passing the Math Placement Test (or equivalent);

- International Baccalaureate: 24

In order to ensure the highest academic standards, we require all students to submit a TOEFL or IELTS score. For undergraduate students a TOEFL 500 (PBT), 61 (IBT), 173 (CBT), or IELTS 5.0 is required for entry into accredited Bachelor programs. Students who test below the required level will be placed in our English for Academic Purposes program until they have achieved the minimum program entry requirements. They will however be permitted to undertakes a limited number of general courses on their degree course at the discretion of their advisor.

Academic Excellence Scholarship Allocations

50% tuition waiver

High school students need to have attained an academic average of 99%* or above to apply for a 50% tuition waiver.

For current CUD students renewing their scholarship, the semester CGPA at the conclusion of the semester must be 3.98 or higher to continue receiving a 50% tuition waiver.

40% tuition waiver

High school students need to have attained an academic average of between 95 – 98.9%* to apply for a 40% tuition waiver.

For current CUD students renewing their scholarship, the semester CGPA at the conclusion of the semester must be between 3.95 – 3.97 to continue receiving a 40% tuition waiver.

30% tuition waiver

High school students need to have attained an academic average of between 90 – 94.9%* to apply for a 30% tuition waiver.

For current CUD students renewing their scholarship, the semester CGPA at the conclusion of the semester must be between 3.9 – 3.94 to continue receiving a 30% tuition waiver.

20% tuition waiver

High school students need to have attained an academic average of between 85 – 89.9%* to apply for a 20% tuition waiver.

For current CUD students renewing their scholarship, the semester CGPA at the conclusion of the semester must be between 3.85 – 3.89 to continue receiving a 20% tuition waiver.

10% tuition waiver (returning students only)

High school students who were granted an automatic 20% tuition waiver for their first semester at CUD and have maintained a 3.8 – 3.84 CGPA, may be eligible for a 10% tuition waiver on the subsequent semester.

Sports Scholarship

This scholarship is meant for elite and talented athletes from any sport who have competed and achieved success at least at a city level. Sports Scholarships are awarded based on the applicant's sports achievement level and their academic performance. A tuition waiver of up to 40% can be applied accordingly.

Financial Hardship Scholarship

The objective of these scholarships is to promote access to higher education to students facing financial hardship. A tuition waiver of up-to 40% can be applied as evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Special Needs Scholarship