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Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) Scholarships

HBKU / Qatar Foundation

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Amount

Tuition waiver: 100% (PhD), 75% (STEM MS), 60% (SHAPE MS/MA and J.D.); monthly stipend for selected full-time students, subject to available funds

Country

Qatar

Level

Master's, PhD

Deadline

Next deadline usually around Feb 2027 estimated

How to apply

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  1. Check that you can apply: who the award is for and which level of study it covers.
  2. Prepare what the official page asks for. This is often a transcript, a passport or ID, and a CV or personal statement.
  3. On the official website, find the Apply or Application link and follow the steps there.

When: Next deadline usually around Feb 2027

Go to the official websiteOfficial page checked Nov 9, 2026

About this scholarship

Hamad Bin Khalifa University is dedicated to assisting students in navigating financial support for their degrees.

More

This page outlines the financial support provided to graduate students at HBKU. Information on financial support for Bachelor’s degrees is not included on this page. For more information, please contact: [email protected] Graduate student scholarships may include a tuition waiver applied to reduce the tuition costs for the students and a stipend paid directly to the student. Generally, graduate students receiving a stipend would also be provided with a tuition waiver. Tuition waivers are standardized across HBKU. Self-sponsored graduate students are only eligible for a discounted tuition rate of 2,000 QAR per credit hour based on financial need. These guidelines do not apply to students funded by external sources. Students should follow the policies of their sponsors as applicable. The table below outlines the various tuition waiver rates for HBKU-sponsored graduate students. The table below outlines the stipends awarded to selected graduate students.

Coverage & benefits

  • ✓Living costs covered

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Learn More Getting Around HBKU Explore our interactive Education City Map and find your way around the campus. Learn More Life at HBKU Campus Experience Campus Life Housing Multaqa (Student Center) Campus Map Library Student Life Musharaka (Student Portal) Student Affairs Sports and Student Clubs Student Resources Health and Counseling Career Services Quick Links Registrar's Office Alumni Services Upcoming Events View featured and upcoming events from across HBKU. Learn More Academics Colleges College of Islamic Studies College of Humanities and Social Sciences College of Science and Engineering College of Law College of Health and Life Sciences College of Public Policy School of Economics and Management Programs Undergraduate Graduate Professional Learning Executive Education Center HBKUx Training Translation and Training Center (TTC) Student Resources Academics Overview Academic Catalog Academic Policies Academic Calendar Library University Writing Center (UWrite) Student Success Services Student Enrichment Program Admissions Overview Start your journey by applying to one of HBKU's academic programs and join a community of innovative changemakers. Learn More Financial Information Tuition Fees Scholarships Billing and Payment Research Research Administration and Resources Office of the Vice President for Research Sponsored Research Office Funding Opportunities Research Compliance Core Labs Research Computing Research Facilities STEM Research Institutes and Centers Qatar Biomedical Research Institute Qatar Computing Research Institute Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute Global Institute for Strategic Research View more Research Impact and Outcome Elmi (Research Management System) Academic Research Expertise Directory Projects Publications News Innovation Overview Office of Innovation and Industrial Relations is at the core of HBKU, as it hosts the development of a research and development focused, dynamic, game-changing entrepreneurial ecosystem and a value-added social structure. Learn more Innovation at HBKU Office of Innovation and Industrial Relations Innovation Center Innovation Funds Office Intellectual Property Office Research and Development Corporation (R&D CORP.) Expertise Catalog A unique search platform that offers a seamless approach toward a diversified collaboration with our stakeholders by providing access to various expertise areas and linking them to their experts. Explore Catalog Newsroom Events Careers Contact us Search Apply Now User Faculty Login Student Login Scholarship Guidelines for HBKU Graduate Programs Home Scholarship Guidelines for HBKU Graduate Programs Hamad Bin Khalifa University is dedicated to assisting students in navigating financial support for their degrees. This page outlines the financial support provided to graduate students at HBKU. Information on financial support for Bachelor’s degrees is not included on this page. For more information, please contact: [email protected] Scholarships Graduate student scholarships may include a tuition waiver applied to reduce the tuition costs for the students and a stipend paid directly to the student. Generally, graduate students receiving a stipend would also be provided with a tuition waiver. Tuition Waivers Tuition waivers are standardized across HBKU. Self-sponsored graduate students are only eligible for a discounted tuition rate of 2,000 QAR per credit hour based on financial need. These guidelines do not apply to students funded by external sources. Students should follow the policies of their sponsors as applicable. The table below outlines the various tuition waiver rates for HBKU-sponsored graduate students. Program Type Tuition Waiver Tuition Fee/Credit PhD STEM (CSE and CHLS) 100% 4,000 QAR PhD SHAPE and S.J.D. (CIS, CHSS, and CL) 100% 2,500 QAR STEM MS Programs (CSE and CHLS) 75% 4,000 QAR SHAPE MS and MA Programs (CIS, CHSS, and CPP) 60% 2,500 QAR J.D. (CL) 60% 2,500 QAR LL.M. Programs (CL) 0% 2,000 QAR MS Economics (SEM) 0% …

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Who can apply for the Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) Scholarships?

Students pursuing Master's, PhD degrees can apply. International students are eligible.

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