Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) in Qatar has opened applications for its 2027 fully funded scholarship, offering international students the chance to study at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels without bearing the cost of tuition or living expenses. The scholarship is open to international applicants across all three study levels: Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD. The deadline to apply is February 1, 2027, giving prospective students several months to prepare their applications and review the specific requirements for their chosen programme.
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Students awarded the HBKU scholarship will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes full tuition fee coverage, on-campus accommodation, return airfare, daily meals, visa support, and health insurance. The combination of these benefits means recipients can focus entirely on their studies without carrying the financial burden typically associated with studying abroad.
Prospective applicants are advised to visit the official HBKU admissions portal to confirm the eligibility criteria for their chosen field of study, as requirements may differ between programmes and levels of study.
How the Opportunity Was Shared
The Professor Isa Pantami Foundation (PIP Foundation) brought the scholarship to wider attention as part of its ongoing work to connect people across Africa with educational and empowerment opportunities abroad. The foundation regularly highlights international scholarship openings as a way of broadening access to global learning for African students.
HBKU is a research university located in Education City, Doha, Qatar. It was established to advance graduate education and research, and it operates several colleges and institutes spanning areas including science, technology, law, Islamic studies, and humanities.
Application Guidance and Related News
Interested applicants should go directly to the official HBKU website to access the admissions portal, review all conditions tied to the scholarship, and begin the application process well ahead of the February 2027 deadline.
In related news, Qatar has confirmed the financial penalty that foreign nationals will face if they remain in the country after their visa or permitted stay expires. According to Qatar's official government website, any foreigner who overstays their visa is required to pay a fine of QR200, equivalent to approximately N74,821, for every single day they remain in the country beyond their authorised period.
