HBKU Graduate Scholarships – Fully Funded
More details :
Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) offers competitive graduate scholarships to support students pursuing research degrees across diverse fields such as science, public policy, law, computing, and humanities. Scholarships may include full or partial tuition waivers, accompanied by monthly stipends, enabling students to concentrate fully on academic excellence.
As part of Qatar Foundation, HBKU nurtures an interdisciplinary academic community committed to innovation and regional development. Supported students may engage in research assistantships or teaching assistantships, gaining both financial support and hands-on experience.
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Eligibility :
Applicants accepted into full-time graduate programs at HBKU
Scholarships are awarded based on merit or financial need, depending on available funding
Eligible candidates include both Qatari nationals and international students
Academic progress and performance must remain strong to retain funding
Required documents :
Completed online application for the graduate program
Academic transcripts and degree certificates
CV or resume
Recommendation letters (as per program requirements)
Any additional documents required by the chosen program (e.g., writing sample, personal statement)
How to apply :
Apply to your chosen graduate program through the HBKU admissions portal.
Indicate interest in scholarship support during your application.
Upload required documents as part of your application package.
Scholarship eligibility is assessed by the admissions committee—no separate scholarship application is required.
Scholarship notifications will be sent along with admission offers.
The Scholarship Benefits:
Tuition Waiver (varies by program):
PhD (STEM): 100% waiver
PhD (SHAPE/S.J.D.): 100% waiver
Master’s (STEM): 75% waiver
Master’s (SHAPE/MA): ~60% waiver
Monthly Stipends:
PhD (Qatari): 11,000 QAR
PhD (International): 9,000 QAR
Master’s (Qatari): 9,000 QAR
Master’s (International): 7,000 QAR
Funding Duration: 45 months for PhD; 21 months for Master’s
Work Opportunities:
Research Assistant (10 hrs/week)
Teaching Assistant: up to 10 hrs/week (paid)
Student Employment Program: additional 10 hrs/week
Airfare Support: One round-trip ticket (arrival and departure) for international students