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Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), part of the Qatar Foundation, offers a prestigious scholarship programme for local and international students to study in Qatar.
The 2025 HBKU Scholarship is highly competitive, offering opportunities across various disciplines, with programmes in science, engineering, social sciences, public policy, Islamic studies, and more.
The scholarship offers undergraduate, research, and graduate studies that catalyse positive transformation in Qatar and the region while having a global impact. When you enroll in an academic programme at HBKU, you become part of a thriving community that is committed to excellence and innovation.
HBKU is renowned for its research-driven academic programmes, which emphasise innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration. Situated in Education City, Qatar, the university is home to a diverse, international student body and is committed to fostering talent that can contribute to the country’s development goals.
Eligibility criteria
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 Programme)
- Students in their final year of the Undergraduate Degree Programme can apply for admission.
- There are no age restrictions.
Additional requirements may vary based on the specific programme to which the applicant is applying.
Required documents
When applying for the HBKU Scholarship, applicants need to provide the following documents:
1. Copy of Official Identification (Passport for International students – Qatari ID for citizens and residents of Qatar).
2. A bachelor's degree/college certificate.
3. Academic transcripts: Certified copies of all previous academic records, translated into English if necessary.
4. Curriculum vitae (CV): An updated CV highlighting academic achievements, work experience, and research activities.
5. Statement of purpose: A detailed personal statement explaining academic interests, career goals, and reasons for choosing HBKU.
6. Letters of recommendation: Two to three recommendation letters from academic or professional referees.
7. Proof of English proficiency: TOEFL or IELTS scores or an English proficiency certificate from your university.
8. Standardised test scores: Depending on the programme, GRE or GMAT scores may be required.
9. Research proposal (for PhD applicants): A well-developed research proposal outlining intended research.
Admission process
1. Create an admission account.
2. Fill out the application form and upload all required documents.
3. Submit your application before the deadline.
Scholarship benefits
The HBKU scholarship is one of the most comprehensive scholarships in Qatar, covering the following benefits:
1. Full tuition fee coverage: All tuition fees for the selected program are covered by the scholarship.
2. Monthly stipend: The scholarship provides a generous monthly stipend to cover living expenses. The stipend amount varies based on the degree level:
- Undergraduate: Students can apply for merit-based scholarships or financial loans.
- Master's: Approximately QAR 5,000
- PhD: Approximately QAR 7,500
3. Accommodation: Scholarship recipients are provided with on-campus accommodation.
4. Travel Allowance: Round-trip airfare is provided at the beginning and end of each academic year.
5. Health Insurance: Full medical insurance coverage is provided for the duration of the programme.
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.
Important dates
Application deadline: February 2, 2025
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