Doha Institute for Graduate Studies Scholarships 2027 in Qatar

The Doha Institute for Graduate Studies in Qatar offers full and partial scholarships for its master's and PhD programmes in 2027/28. International students can receive full funding.

Scholarships

• Tamim Scholarship: merit-based, for academic excellence
• Sanad Scholarship: need-based

Both can be full or partial.

What the full scholarship covers (international master's students)

• 100% tuition waiver
• Free student accommodation
• Monthly stipend
• Health insurance
• Return airfare for students coming from outside Qatar

The Institute doesn't publish the stipend amount.

Programmes

Master's programmes in social sciences, humanities, public administration and development economics, plus doctoral programmes.

Executive master's, diplomas and certificate programmes are not covered by the Tamim Scholarship.

Who can apply

• Qatari, resident and international students
• A bachelor's degree, completed or expected by 1 August 2027
• A minimum GPA of 3.0
• Able to study in Arabic and English. Many programmes are taught in Arabic.
• English proficiency through TOEFL or IELTS, or a previous degree taught in English
• You can't combine it with another scholarship, or have received a Doha Institute master's scholarship before

Dates

• Applications opened: 1 September 2026
• Deadline: 15 January 2027

How to apply

1. Apply for admission through the Doha Institute's online application system.
2. If you're admitted, the Admissions Office sends you the scholarship application form.
3. Complete it for the merit-based (Tamim) or need-based (Sanad) scholarship.

Official scholarship page: https://www.dohainstitute.edu.qa/en/Admissions-Office/Pages/Scholarships.aspx

Tips

• Check each programme's language of instruction before applying. Strong Arabic skills open more options.
• Apply early. Admission comes first, then the scholarship form.
• A strong statement of purpose and good references improve your chances for the merit-based Tamim Scholarship.