The Qatar Airways University Scholarship Programme provides full financial and academic support to recent high school graduates to pursue undergraduate (Bachelor’s degree) studies both inside and outside the State of Qatar.
This fully funded scholarship covers tuition fees, a monthly stipend, cost of living, health insurance, and international travel expenses to the country of study.
Successful graduates from this program will also have the opportunity to join Qatar Airways’ Graduate Development Programme, preparing them for exciting career paths within the airline industry.
✨ Scholarship Summary
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Host: Qatar Airways
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Eligible Study Destinations: USA, UK, Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, Canada, Qatar
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Level of Study: Undergraduate (Bachelor’s degree)
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Eligible Countries: Qatar (Qatari nationals & children of Qatari mothers)
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Funding Type: Fully Funded (Tuition + Stipend + Travel + Accommodation + Health Insurance)
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IELTS Requirement: Yes (5.5 for Qatari nationals, 6.0 for Qatari-mother applicants)
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Deadline: September 30, 2025
📌 Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Qatar Airways Scholarship 2026, applicants must:
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Be a Qatari National or have a Qatari mother.
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Be 17–24 years old at the time of application.
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Have graduated from high school within the last 3 years.
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Meet the minimum grade requirements:
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85% for Qatari Nationals
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90% for Qatari-Mother applicants
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Provide an IELTS certificate (minimum 5.5 or 6.0 depending on category).
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Gain admission into an approved university and major recognized by Qatar’s Ministry of Education.
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Provide necessary approvals if studying abroad.
🎁 Scholarship Benefits
Recipients of the Qatar Airways University Scholarship enjoy:
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Full tuition coverage
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Monthly stipend & accommodation allowance
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Health insurance
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Travel costs covered
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Annual reward for top-performing students
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Internship and training opportunities with Qatar Airways Group
📑 Required Documents
Applicants must upload:
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Passport & Qatar ID copies (student & guarantor)
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Recent passport-sized photo
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High school certificate or equivalency statement
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IELTS certificate (valid within 24 months)
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University acceptance letter
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Pre-approval letter (for studying abroad)
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Proof of non-employment & non-scholarship status
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Additional documents for Qatari-Mother applicants (birth certificate, mother’s ID, proof of Qatar-based schooling)
📝 How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
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Visit the official application portal.
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Prepare and upload all required documents.
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If applying for a university abroad, secure the Ministry of Education pre-approval letter.
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Submit the application before the deadline.
📅 Deadline: September 30, 2025