Doha Institute for Graduate Studies Scholarships 2027 , Qatar (Fully Funded)

The Doha Institute for Graduate Studies Scholarships 2027 in Qatar are awarded by the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies (DI) in Doha. They support Masters and PhD study and are fully funded, with full or partial tuition coverage, housing, a monthly living allowance and health insurance.

They are open to Qatari, resident and international students, mainly from the Arab world, across the social sciences, humanities, public administration and development economics. The Tamim Scholarship is merit based, the Sanad Scholarship is need based, and doctoral awards add research and teaching experience. Check the official page for the deadline and how to apply, then read the sections below.

• Full or partial tuition fee coverage
• On-campus housing in modern dormitories
• Monthly living allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Research and teaching experience (for PhD candidates)

Types of Scholarships

1. Tamim Scholarship (Merit-Based)

• For distinguished Qatari, resident, and international students from the Arab world.
• Covers full tuition fees, free accommodation, monthly stipend, and health insurance.

2. Sanad Scholarship (Need-Based)

• For Qatari, residents, and international students with financial needs.
• Covers 10% to 100% of tuition fees.
• International students receive full tuition coverage, accommodation, monthly stipend, and health insurance.

3. Doctoral Scholarships (PhD)

• First Phase Scholarship: Covers tuition for coursework (2 semesters).
• Second Phase Scholarship: For full-time reading of the prospectus (1 academic year, GPA ≥ 3.5).
• Third Phase Scholarship: For dissertation writing (2 academic years, extendable).
• Recipients must work 10–15 hours per week in research, teaching, or other academic duties.
  

• Master’s Programs
• Doctoral Programs (PhD)

The Doha Institute offers programs in Social Sciences, Humanities, Public Administration, Development Economics, Political Studies, International Affairs, Psychology, Philosophy, Linguistics, Media and Cultural Studies, and other interdisciplinary fields.

• Qatari students
• Residents of Qatar
• International students from the Arab world and beyond

• Must be admitted to a Master’s or Doctoral program at Doha Institute.
• Strong academic record (Doctoral applicants must maintain GPA ≥ 3.5 in Phase 1).
• No prior funding from the same DI scholarship program.
• Cannot combine DI scholarships with other external scholarships (unless approved).
• For PhD: commitment to research/teaching duties (10–15 hours/week).

• Submit an admission application to the Doha Institute.
• Once admitted, eligible students will receive a scholarship application form from the Admissions Office.
• Complete the scholarship form with all required documents (academic transcripts, financial proof, research proposal if applicable).
• Wait for the official scholarship decision along with the admission offer.
• Application Opens: 01 September 
• Application Deadline: 15 January 
• Academic Year Start: August 

Note: Deadlines may vary, visit official website for more information.

Final Thoughts

The Doha Institute for Graduate Studies Scholarships 2026-27 offer an exceptional opportunity to pursue Master’s or PhD studies in Qatar with full financial support. With world-class faculty, modern campus facilities, and comprehensive funding, these scholarships open doors for aspiring scholars to advance in research, academia, and leadership across the Arab region and globally.