The Hamad Bin Khalifa University Scholarship (HBKU) offers full funding, monthly stipends and accommodation for international students to study in Qatar.
The scholarship offer undergraduate, research and graduate studies that catalyze positive transformation in Qatar and the region while having a global impact. When you enroll in an academic program at HBKU, you become part of a thriving community that is committed to excellence and innovation.
Located within Education City, HBKU seeks to provide unparalleled opportunities where inquiry and discovery are integral to teaching and learning at all levels utilizing a multidisciplinary approach across all focus areas.
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the scholarship, you must:
Students with any nationality from any part of the world are eligible to apply.
Applicants must have a bachelor’s Degree Certificate to apply. (For Masters & PhD Program)
Students in their final year of Undergraduate Degree Program are also eligible to apply for admission.
There is No Age Restrictions.
Benefits
Hamad Bin Khalifa University Scholarship is a Fully Funded Scholarship. You will receive the Funding Once You have been admitted to the Program.
($29,572 per year) QAR 7000 Stipend/ Month+ Accommodation+ Return Ticket/Year (MS).
($36,144 Stipend/Year) QAR 9000 Stipend/ Month+ Accommodation + Return Ticket/Year (PhD).
Family Accommodation is Provided to Married Students.
Undergraduate Students can apply for Merit-Based scholarships or Financial Loan.
Documents Required
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
Copy of Official Identification (Passport for International students – Qatari ID for citizens and residents of Qatar).
A Bachelors Degree / College Certificate.
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Updated Resume (CV)
Two Recommendation Letters
English Test Scores or English Proficiency certificate from your University.
A personal statement
Academic Essay
Method of Applictaion
Kindly note that;
Tuition waivers or partial scholarships are offered by HBKU colleges on a competitive basis. Award letters are offered before admission and students accepting the awards are required to sign a scholarship agreement.
Not submitting the signed scholarship agreement to the awarded student’s respective college committee will be considered as a rejection of the offer. The student will consequently be billed for the tuition fees in full.
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Application Deadline: March 1, 2027.