The Qatar University Graduate Scholarships 2026 offer an exceptional opportunity for international, domestic, and Qatari students to pursue fully funded postgraduate studies in Qatar. These scholarships support Master’s, PhD, PharmD, and Diploma programs at Qatar’s leading public research institution. With a wide range of English-taught graduate degrees, this fully funded scholarship program aims to attract top academic talent for the 2026–27 academic session.
Quick Summary of the Scholarship
- Host Country: Qatar
- Host University: Qatar University
- Degree Levels: Master’s, PhD, PharmD, Diploma
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
- Eligible Applicants: All nationalities
- Academic Session: 2026–27
- Application Deadline: 25 February 2026
Qatar University, founded in 1973, is the country’s only public research institution and is recognized as one of the top universities in the Middle East. With more than 16,000 students from Qatar and around the world, QU offers strong academic programs in engineering, business, education, medicine, pharmacy, and more. All postgraduate programs under this scholarship are taught in English for international applicants.
Scholarship Benefits
The Qatar University Graduate Scholarship 2026 provides comprehensive financial support covering:
- Full exemption from tuition fees
- Free university accommodation
- Textbook fee waiver
- Round-trip airfare each year
Types of Scholarships Available at Qatar University
Qatar University offers several competitive and non-competitive scholarship categories, including:
Competitive Scholarships
- Qatar University Scholarship (Internal and External)
- H.H. the Emir of Qatar’s Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Outstanding Performance Scholarship
Non-Competitive Scholarships
- GCC States Scholarships (via Embassies)
- GCC Qatari Certificate Scholarships
- Children of Qatar University Employees Scholarships
Other Scholarships
- College of Education Diploma Scholarships
- Short Program Scholarships for the Arabic Language Program
Note: International students are eligible only for the Qatar University Scholarship.
Available Academic Fields
Qatar University offers a wide range of postgraduate programs under its fully funded graduate scholarships. Below are the available fields:
College of Arts and Sciences
- PhD in Biological and Environmental Sciences
- PhD in Gulf Studies
- Master of Arts in Arabic Literature and Language
- Master of Arts in Gulf Studies
- MSc in Applied Statistics
- MSc in Environmental Sciences
- MSc in Materials Science and Technology
- Graduate Certificates in Corrosion, Environmental Sciences, Applied Statistics
College of Business & Economics
- PhD in Business Administration
- Master of Accounting
- Master of Business Administration
- MSc in Marketing
College of Education
- MA in Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
- MEd in Educational Leadership
- MEd in Special Education
- Diplomas in Primary, Secondary, and Special Education
College of Engineering
- PhD programs in:
Architecture, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science,
Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Management,
Environmental Engineering, Industrial & Systems Engineering,
Materials Science & Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Urban Planning - Master’s programs:
Civil Engineering, Computing, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Management,
Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Urban Planning & Design
College of Law
- Master of Public Law
- Master of Private Law
- Graduate Certificate in Legal Studies
College of Medicine
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PhD in Medical Sciences
College of Pharmacy
- PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Doctor of Pharmacy (Full-time)
- MSc in Pharmacy (Full-time)
College of Sharia and Islamic Studies
- PhD in Fiqh and Usul Al-Fiqh
- Master of Fiqh and Usul Al-Fiqh
- Master of Quranic Sciences and Exegesis
- Master of Religions and Dialogue of Civilizations
College of Health Sciences
- PhD in Biomedical Sciences
- Master of Public Health
- MSc in Biomedical Sciences
- Master in Genetic Counselling
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements for the Qatar University Graduate Scholarship 2026:
General Requirements
- Open to international students, Qatar residents, and all nationalities
- Applicants must have completed a Bachelor’s or graduate degree from an accredited institution
PhD Admission Requirements
- A Master’s degree or higher with a minimum GPA of 3.0
- Standardized test scores (GRE, GMAT) for English-taught PhD programs
Master’s Admission Requirements
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A Bachelor’s degree or higher with a minimum GPA of 2.8
Each department may have additional requirements.
Application Timeline (Fall 2026 Enrollment)
- 1 December 2025: Applications for admission and student visa open
- 25 February 2026: Deadline for admission and visa applications; all documents must be submitted
- 25 May 2026: Final date to submit official transcripts and test scores
- 17 June 2026: Admission decisions are announced
- 23 August 2026: Classes begin; deferment window opens
- 25 August 2026: Last day to defer
- 27 August 2026: Deadline for course add/drop
How to Apply
All applicants—international, Qatari, and resident students—must apply online through the Qatar University Graduate Admissions Portal.
The official application link and detailed guidelines are available on the University’s website.
