Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) has announced the opening of applications for its 2026 fully funded scholarship programme for international students and residents of Qatar.

The scholarship, which covers undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programmes, is open to applicants of all nationalities and is tenable in Qatar for the 2026–2027 academic session.

According to the university, the scholarship covers tuition fees, monthly stipends, accommodation and annual return air tickets, subject to admission into any eligible academic programme.

HBKU stated that master’s students will receive a monthly stipend of QAR 5,000, while PhD students will receive QAR 7,500 monthly. Married students may also benefit from family accommodation, while undergraduate applicants may access merit-based scholarships or financial loans.

The institution noted that IELTS is not compulsory for applicants whose previous education was conducted in English, provided an English proficiency certificate is submitted.

HBKU, established in 2010 and located in Doha, is a member of the Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, and offers programmes across several colleges.

Available study areas include Islamic Studies, Humanities and Social Sciences, Science and Engineering, Law, Health and Life Sciences, and Public Policy, with programmes ranging from computer engineering and cybersecurity to international law, public policy and genomics.

The university said eligibility requirements vary by college and programme, urging applicants to review the criteria for their chosen course before applying.

The application deadline for international students is Feb. 1, 2026, while Qatari nationals and residents have until March 15, 2026 to submit applications.

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Applications are to be completed online through the official HBKU portal, with separate application links provided for each college.