World University of Design aims at providing world-class education by ensuring a strong scholarship system that rewards merit, talent and diversity. These on-admission scholarships subsidize part of the academic fees over the full duration of the educational program with the goal of attracting high achievers in design, fashion, architecture, visual arts, performing arts and management. The categories vary in the range of 20-50% waiver according to 10 +2/graduation marks, entrance ranks (NID, NIFT, UCEED, WUDAT) and interviews. NGO tie-ups special scholarships provide a 20 per cent relief on the underrepresented category such as defense personnel wards and national sports performers. There are also haryana domicile provisions, which save expenses further based on state laws.
World University of Design Merit-Based UG Scholarships
The UG scholarships of World University of Design are based on merit, where 20-50 percent of fees are reduced in the design, architecture, visual/performing arts and management courses based on outstanding performance in academics and entrance exams. A, B and C are given at the admission of 10+2 aggregates (CBSE equivalent) or NID, NIFT, UCEED, NATA, JEE Paper 2 and WUD Entrance scores. Such incentives help to cultivate the talent by relieving financial pressures so as to concentrate on creativity. The scholarships are based on prescribed fees that increase or decrease with the annual change, but a child has to continue with 7.0 CGPA. They can only occupy 10% of the enrolled strength to support diversity and excellence within the undergraduate pursuits.
| Category | Eligibility Criteria | Scholarship Amount (Design/Fashion/Comm) | Net Fee Payable (Total Program) | Other Programs Adjustments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 92.1%+ in 10+2; NID ≤250; NIFT ≤1000; UCEED ≤500; WUD ≥80% | 7,36,000 (on 14,72,000) | 7,36,000 | Arch: 5,67,000 (on 11,34,000); Visual/Perf Arts: 2,07,000 (on 4,14,000); Mgmt: 2,67,750 (on 5,35,500) |
| B | 87.1-92% in 10+2; NID 251-500; NIFT 1001-1500; UCEED 501-750; WUD 70-79.9% | 5,15,200 | 9,56,800 | Arch: 3,96,900 (Net 7,37,100); Visual/Perf: 1,44,900 (Net 2,69,100); Mgmt: 1,87,425 (Net 3,48,075) |
| C | 80-87% in 10+2; NID 501-750; NIFT 1501-3000; UCEED 751-1000; WUD 60-69.9% | 2,94,400 | 11,77,600 | Arch: 2,26,800 (Net 9,07,200); Visual/Perf: 82,800 (Net 3,31,200); Mgmt: 1,07,100 (Net 4,28,400) |
World University of Design Merit-Based PG Scholarships
For postgraduate excellence, World University of Design provides D and E category scholarships, 20-35% of the fees are waived in design, visual/performing arts, and management depending on aggregate of graduation, to postgraduate excellence, and World University of Design ranks in NID, NIFT, CEED, CAT, XAT and MAT. These assist in the promotion of higher education through subsidizing part of the admission expenses, developing leadership in the creative disciplines. Adjustments are done on an annual basis with strict continuation requirements such as 7.0 CGPA. They are targeted at 10 percent of intake with the purpose of ensuring that talented graduates continue with no financial pressure but through research and innovation. Each student receives only one scholarship and does not receive cash payouts.
| Category | Eligibility Criteria | Scholarship Amount (Design/Fashion/Comm) | Net Fee Payable (Total Program) | Other Programs Adjustments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | 70%+ in Graduation; WUD ≥80%; NID ≤250; NIFT ≤300; CEED ≤500 | 2,81,750 (on 8,05,000) | 5,23,250 | Visual/Perf Arts: 88,550 (on 2,53,000; Net 1,64,450); Mgmt: 2,64,600 (on 7,56,000; Net 4,91,400) |
| E | 60-69.9% in Graduation; WUD 70-79.9%; NID ≤400; NIFT ≤600; CEED 501-1000; CAT 70-79.9%ile | 1,61,000 | 6,44,000 | Visual/Perf: 50,600 (Net 2,02,400); Mgmt: 1,51,200 (Net 6,04,800) |
World University of Design Special Scholarships
World University of Design collaborates with non-governmental organisation SAPNAY to provide special 20% fee scholarships to underrepresented talents such as the wards of defense service members, serving teachers, national sports / performing arts representatives, and children of single parents. These are aimed at innovative students with limited backgrounds who will be granted admission through other tests such as income documentation. They can only take 10% and they do not cover merit scholarships and must be at the discretion of the university. No right, look at equity and opportunity, done post-joining to encourage inclusive design education.
| Scholarship Type | Eligibility | Scholarship Amount (% of Total Fee) | Applicable Programs | Additional Rules |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wards of Defense Personnel | Child of serving/retired defense personnel; Not eligible for merit scholarships | 20% | All UG/PG Design, Arts, Management | Submit service certificates; University assessment required |
| Wards of Serving Teachers | Child of active school/college teacher | 20% | All UG/PG | Income statement; Limited to 10% intake |
| Daughter's Privilege | Female students from eligible families | 20% | All UG/PG | Proof of family status; Discretionary award |
| Sports (National Representation) | National-level sports achiever | 20% | All UG/PG | Medals/certificates; Post-joining verification |
| Performing Arts (National Representation) | National award winner in performing arts | 20% | Visual/Performing Arts programs | Portfolio/review; Exclusive to talent showcase |
| Single Parent Child | Student raised by single parent | 20% | All UG/PG | Affidavit/income proof; Equity-focused |
World University of Design Haryana Domicile Scholarships
Under sections 35 and 36 of the Haryana Private University Act, World University of Design offers domicile scholarships to the residents of Haryana with a cut in fee of up to 25% on UG/PG courses in design, architecture, and arts. It is open to only those who can demonstrate a residence and other requirements such as general admission such as 50% marks. These regulatory spurs facilitate local access to good education, moderated against tuition without influencing merit alternatives. The continuation is connected to academic success, which provides long-term assistance to state talent in the creative fields.
| Scholarship Aspect | Eligibility | Fee Reduction | Applicable Programs | Key Provisions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UG Domicile Aid | Haryana resident; 50%+ in 10+2; Valid domicile certificate | Up to 25% of tuition | B.Des, B.Arch, BVA, BPA, BBA | Per Act 35; Proof submission at admission |
| PG Domicile Aid | Haryana resident; 50%+ in Graduation; Domicile proof | Up to 25% of tuition | M.Des, MVA, MPA, MBA | Per Act 36; Combined with merit if eligible |
| General Rules | All categories; No overlap with special scholarships | Annual adjustment | All creative/management courses | Maintain 7.0 CGPA; Regulatory compliance |
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