Qatar University has announced the opening of applications for its 2026 Graduate Scholarships, offering fully funded opportunities for international students to pursue Master’s and Doctoral degrees.
The scholarships, available to candidates from all countries, cover full tuition, accommodation, living stipends, flight tickets, visa fees and research-related costs.
In a statement on Wednesday, the university said all postgraduate programmes are taught in English and supported by advanced research facilities to attract high-performing students globally.
It added that the scholarship aims to create a rich academic environment that promotes discovery, innovation and personal development for graduate students.
Eligibility Requirements
Master’s applicants:
Must possess a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8.
Must satisfy additional programme-specific requirements.
PhD applicants:
Must hold a Master’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Must submit GRE/GMAT scores for English-taught PhD programmes.
Holders of professional Master’s degrees with a GPA of 3.0 or higher must meet extra program-specific conditions.
Scholarship Benefits
Recipients of the Qatar University Graduate Scholarship will receive:
Full tuition waiver
Exemption from textbook fees
Monthly living allowance
Student housing with campus transportation
Annual round-trip airfare
Residence permit under the university’s sponsorship
The award must be utilised beginning from the semester in which it is granted. Failure to meet academic requirements in the first semester may result in termination.
Required Documents
-Applicants are to submit:
Completed admission application
Academic transcripts
-Two recommendation letters
Passport bio-data page
-English proficiency test (optional for some programmes)
-Standardised test scores for PhD applicants
More details on the required documents are available on the university’s website.
How to Apply
Qatar University stated that all applications must be submitted online through the official admission portal. The process involves:
1. Submitting the online application
2. Receiving an acknowledgment letter
3. Undergoing application review and interview
4. Submitting official documents
5. Receiving the final admission decision
Qualified candidates can apply through the university’s admissions platform.
The deadline for submission is Feb. 25, 2026.