Are you a Qatari national or a student with a Qatari mother looking for a fully funded undergraduate scholarship? The Qatar Airways University Undergraduate Scholarship Programme 2026 is now accepting applications. This prestigious scholarship allows eligible students to pursue a Bachelor’s degree at approved universities in Qatar or abroad, while receiving comprehensive financial support and a direct career pathway with Qatar Airways.
The scholarship is part of the Qatar Airways National University Studies Scholarship Programme, an initiative that develops highly skilled national talent by supporting students in their academic journey and preparing them for future leadership roles. In addition to covering educational expenses, the program provides monthly stipends, internships, mentorship, and guaranteed career opportunities through the Qatar Airways Graduate Development Programme.
Qatar Airways University Undergraduate Scholarship 2026 Overview
Host Country: Qatar
Host Institution: Approved Universities in Qatar and Abroad
Scholarship Provider: Qatar Airways
Degree Level: Bachelor’s Degree
Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
Eligible Applicants: Qatari Nationals and Students with a Qatari Mother
Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
Financial Benefits
The Qatar Airways Undergraduate Scholarship offers outstanding financial and professional support, including:
- Fully funded Bachelor’s degree scholarship.
- Full tuition fee coverage.
- Monthly living stipend.
- Living expenses support.
- Comprehensive health insurance.
- Round-trip travel expenses to the country of study.
- Internship opportunities within Qatar Airways Group.
- Professional mentorship and career development.
- Access to one of the world’s leading aviation companies.
- Guaranteed entry into the Qatar Airways Graduate Development Programme after successful graduation.
- Opportunity to build a long-term career with Qatar Airways.
Available Academic Majors
The scholarship supports 23 approved academic majors, including:
- Aviation Management
- Engineering
- Business Administration
- Finance
- Information Technology
- Logistics
- Supply Chain Management
- Data & Technology-related fields
- Other high-demand disciplines approved by Qatar Airways
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be a Qatari National or have a Qatari mother.
- Have an excellent reputation and good conduct.
- Be medically fit.
- Be 17–24 years old.
- Have completed high school within the last three years (Qatari Nationals).
- Applicants with a Qatari mother must have completed all education stages in Qatar.
- Have a minimum high school score of:
- 85% (Qatari Nationals)
- 90% (Applicants with a Qatari mother)
- Hold a valid IELTS score:
- Overall 5.5 (minimum 5.0 in each band) for Qatari Nationals.
- Overall 6.0 (minimum 5.0 in each band) for applicants with a Qatari mother.
- Choose a degree from Qatar Airways’ approved list of majors.
- Receive admission from an approved university.
- Obtain a Ministry of Education Equivalency Certificate if required.
- Submit a Ministry of Education Pre-Approval Letter when studying abroad.
- Male applicants must submit a Qatar National Service status certificate.
- Not be sponsored or employed by Qatar Airways or another organization.
- Have a Qatari National guarantor.
- Meet any additional eligibility requirements requested by Qatar Airways.
Scholarship Conditions
- Available only for Bachelor’s degree programs.
- Master’s and postgraduate studies are not covered.
- Degree duration must not exceed four years.
- Courses must be taught in English.
- Students with a Qatari mother may only study at universities within Qatar.
- Graduates must return to work for Qatar Airways after completing their studies.
- Successful graduates must sign a minimum five-year employment contract with Qatar Airways.
- Qatar Airways reserves the right to update scholarship requirements, approved majors, universities, and study destinations.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents before applying:
- Updated Resume (CV)
- Copy of Passport
- Copy of Highest Educational Certificate
- Ministry of Education Equivalency Certificate (if applicable)
- IELTS or other accepted English language certificate
- Unconditional University Admission Letter
- Study Plan and Tuition Fee Details
- Ministry of Education Pre-Approval Letter (for overseas study)
- Qatar National Service Clearance (male applicants)
- Medical documents (if requested)
- Additional supporting documents requested by Qatar Airways
How to Apply?
Follow these simple steps:
- Register through the official Qatar Airways scholarship portal.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload all required documents.
- Carefully review your application.
- Submit before the deadline.
- Wait for Qatar Airways to contact shortlisted candidates.
Application Deadline
30 September 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who can apply for the Qatar Airways Undergraduate Scholarship 2026?
The scholarship is open to Qatari nationals and students with a Qatari mother who meet the academic and eligibility requirements.
2. Is the Qatar Airways Scholarship fully funded?
Yes. It covers tuition fees, monthly stipend, living expenses, health insurance, travel costs, internships, and career development opportunities.
3. Can students study outside Qatar?
Yes. Eligible students can study in approved universities located in Qatar, the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and other countries approved by Qatar Airways.
4. What degree programs are eligible?
Only Bachelor’s degree programs are eligible under this scholarship.
5. Is IELTS mandatory?
Yes. Applicants must meet the required English language proficiency score specified by Qatar Airways.
6. What happens after graduation?
Graduates join the Qatar Airways Graduate Development Programme and begin their careers with Qatar Airways under a minimum five-year employment contract.
7. What is the application deadline?
The deadline to apply is 30 September 2026.
