The Hamad Bin Khalifa University Scholarship 2026 is now open for international students who wish to pursue undergraduate, masters, and PhD programs in Qatar.
This fully funded scholarship provides tuition coverage, generous stipends, accommodation, and travel allowance, enabling students to thrive in an innovative and multicultural academic environment.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU)
- Host Country: Qatar
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships | Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Stipends ($23,044 – $28,628 per year) | Travel Allowance | Accommodation | Family Support (for married students)
- Deadline: February 2, 2026
Scholarship Details
Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), located in Education City, offers this scholarship as part of its mission to support Qatar’s National Vision 2030 through human capacity development, academic excellence, and innovative research.
The scholarship allows students from around the world to gain an enriching educational experience that encourages inquiry, creativity, and discovery across multidisciplinary fields. By becoming a part of the HBKU community, students join a thriving environment that is committed to local transformation with a global impact.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Hamad Bin Khalifa University Scholarship 2026, applicants must:
- Be of any nationality (all countries are eligible)
- Hold a Bachelor’s Degree Certificate for Masters and PhD programs
- Be in their final year of an undergraduate program (eligible for admission applications)
- Meet the required English language proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS or equivalent)
- Have no age restrictions
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants for the Hamad Bin Khalifa University Scholarship will receive:
- Full tuition coverage
- Monthly stipend and accommodation:
- QAR 7,000 / $23,044 per year for Master’s students + Return Air Ticket (Yearly)
- QAR 9,000 / $28,628 per year for PhD students + Return Air Ticket (Yearly)
- Family accommodation for married students
- Undergraduate students can also apply for merit-based scholarships or financial loans
Required Documents
Applicants must be prepared to submit the following documents:
- Copy of official identification (Passport for international students / Qatari ID for citizens & residents)
- Bachelor’s Degree / College Certificate
- Academic transcripts
- Updated Resume (CV)
- Two recommendation letters
- English test scores or English proficiency certificate from the applicant’s university
- Personal statement
- Academic essay
How to Apply
To apply for the Hamad Bin Khalifa University Scholarship 2026:
- Visit the official HBKU scholarship application webpage
- Create an admission account
- Complete the application form and upload all required documents
- Submit your application before the deadline
Kindly note:
- Tuition waivers or partial scholarships may also be offered by HBKU colleges on a competitive basis.
- Award letters are issued before admission, and selected students are required to sign a scholarship agreement.
- Failure to submit the signed agreement will be considered as rejection of the offer, and tuition fees will be billed in full.
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