Qatar Airways National Scholarship Program 2027

Exciting announcement — the Qatar Airways National Scholarship Program is officially open. In this article, we outline the program details, its advantages, and the complete application process.

The Qatar Airways National Scholarship Program 2026-2027 is a fully funded award designed for Qatari citizens and students with a Qatari mother. It supports bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral studies by providing a monthly allowance along with international exposure, including hands-on internships within the Qatar Airways Group.

In line with its mission to empower national talent, Qatar Airways launched this program to enable outstanding students to pursue higher education at leading institutions in Qatar or overseas. The scholarship covers 23 different academic disciplines, ranging from aviation and engineering to finance, journalism, IT, and business.

Through this initiative, Qatar Airways invests in developing future leaders, equipping students with world-class education and practical experience to contribute both to the airline’s success and the nation’s growth.

Scholarship Summary

• Level of Study: Undergraduate, Masters, PhD
• Institution(s): Various Universities
• Study in: Various Countries as per the above university list
• Opportunity Focus Areas: See the list below.
• Program Period: Four years for Undergraduate, two years for masters and three years for PhD.
• Deadline: December 31, 2026

Courses offered

• Accounting
• Business and Management Studies
• Economics
• Finance
• Human Resources
• Marketing
• Supply Chain and Logistics
• Tourism Management
• Hospitality
• Mathematics
• Statistics
• Operational Research
• Aviation Management
• Airline and Airport Management
• International Relations
• Political Science
• Journalism
• Media Studies and Communications
• Public Relations
• Aviation and Aerospace Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Electronic Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechatronics/Robotic Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Graphic Design
• Interior Design
• Fashion Design
• Law
• Information Technology
• Computer Science
• Food Science
• Nutrition

Scholarship Coverage

Qatar Airways National Scholarship Program provides the recipient with the following benefits:

• Monthly stipend.
• Growth and learning possibilities with various training courses.
• Global opportunities with internships at Qatar Airways Group.
• The annual academic reward for exceptional students.

Eligibility Criteria for Qatar Airways National Scholarship Program

To qualify for the Qatar Airways National Scholarship Program, you must fulfil the following criteria:

• Must be Qatari or have a Qatari mother.
• Must be 18 years or older and must complete their degree by the age of 29.
• Secondary School Education Certificate corresponding to the Ministry of Education & Higher Education grading scale with an average of 80% or higher.
• IELTS for Qatari – Overall score of 5.5 or above, no less than 5 in each component.
• ELTS for Qatari Mother – Overall score of 6.0 or above, not less than 5.5 in each component.
• Pass the interview set by Qatar Airways.
• Current letter of unconditional offer from a university approved by the Ministry of Education & Higher Education in Qatar.
• Graduated High school students must complete mandatory National Service. However, the student who receives a confirmed offer letter from one of the universities listed in the Higher Education Emiri Scholarship programme will be exempt. Click here for the list.

How to Apply for the Qatar Airways National Scholarship Program?

Please follow the following instructions to avail Qatar Airways National Scholarship Program:

• Register here.
• Upload the following documents:
  1. Resume / CV
  2. Copy of Highest Educational Certificate
  3. Copy of Passport
  4. Copy of English Proficiency Level
  5. Copy of National Service Clearance
  6. Copy of University Offer

Website

To learn more about the Qatar Airways National Scholarship Program, please visit the official websites:

Official Website