Introduction
Qatar University offers a range of scholarships to recognize and support talented students who excel in sports. These scholarships aim to encourage athletic development while ensuring that students receive a quality education. If you’re a student athlete looking to further your education in a dynamic environment, this could be your opportunity to shine!
Qatar University offers this scholarship to undergraduate non-Qatari students (including international students) who are talented in the fields of scientific research, technology and innovation, literature, acting for male, media, and athleticism. Applicants for this scholarship are selected on a competitive basis.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the sports scholarships at Qatar University, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Academic Performance: Maintain a minimum GPA as specified by the university.
- Athletic Excellence: Demonstrate exceptional talent in sports, which may include local, regional, or international achievements.
- Commitment to Training: Be willing to commit to regular training sessions and represent Qatar University in various sports competitions.
- Applicant must provide a minimum of two letters of recommendation to support the application from prestigious entities relevant to the area of talent.
- Applicant must submit a portfolio letter with a link to a video of large-size file supporting files (e.g. on Dropbox or OneDrive) presenting his/her talent and proving the recent achievements in the field of talent, specifically in one of the following areas: scientific research (includes all literary and scientific fields), technology and innovation, literature, acting for male, media, and athleticism.For athletic talent, the video must show the applicant playing within a team during a match.
- After passing the personal interview successfully, Applicants for the field of sport talent are required to submit signed history and medical information form along with the physical examination form filled by a health care provider (family doctor or general practitioner) and to pass a physical fitness examination at Qatar University.
Sport Talent
Males and Females talents should be in the follow sports fraternity
| MALE | FEMALE |
|---|---|
| Football | Football |
| Football | Football |
| Rocket games | – |
| Handball | Handball |
| Volleyball | Volleyball |
| Basketball | Basketball |
| Water Polo | |
| Swimming |
How to Apply
The application process for the sports scholarships is straightforward. Follow these steps:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the Qatar University admissions page.
- Complete the Application Form: Fill out the scholarship application form, ensuring all required information is accurate.
- Submit Supporting Documents: Include proof of academic records, a resume of athletic achievements, and any letters of recommendation from coaches or mentors.
- Submit the Application: Ensure your application is submitted before the deadline to be considered for the scholarship.
Scholarships/Benefits
Qatar University offers several types of sports scholarships, including:
- Full Scholarships: Covering tuition fees and providing a monthly stipend for living expenses.
- Partial Scholarships: Assisting with a portion of tuition costs.
- In-Kind Scholarships: Offering equipment and other resources to support athletic development.
These scholarships not only reduce the financial burden of education but also provide a platform for students to excel in their sports careers.
- Exemption from tuition fees
- Exemption from textbook fees
- Monthly salary of 1,000 QR
- Guarantee to be admitted to the desired program of study upon meeting the minimum program admission requirements (except for medicine and dental medicine)
- For international talented students: Student housing (two students per room) including transportation to/from campus, annual round trip air fare ticket and residence permit under QU sponsorship
Key Dates and Deadlines
To ensure your application is successful, be aware of the following important dates:
- Application Opening Date: Typically announced at the beginning of the academic year.
- Application Deadline: Usually falls around mid-spring; check the university’s website for specific dates.
- Scholarship Announcement Date: Successful candidates are usually notified within a month of the application deadline.
The applicant may apply to the talent scholarship through the online admission application on “Scholarship Application” page during the announced application period. The applicant is requested to upload the required and supporting documents presenting his/her talent and achievements.
