Sultan Qaboos University Scholarships 2027 in Oman

Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) in Oman offers scholarships primarily for postgraduate (Master's and PhD) studies. The main application window for postgraduate studies closes on January 14, 2027, for studies commencing in September 2027. While undergraduate programs are available, international students typically access them through the fee-paying Afaaq program, which is not a general scholarship.

Scholarship coverage varies. Full postgraduate scholarships provide exemption from tuition fees along with a monthly allowance. Tuition-fee scholarships cover tuition only, while monthly-allowance scholarships offer a monthly payment without automatic tuition exemption. International students on a full scholarship who are arriving from abroad are eligible for an annual return economy airfare to their permanent residence. The exact allowance amount and duration are specified in the scholarship contract. Benefits such as accommodation, meals, and insurance are not automatically included and should be confirmed in your specific offer. Scholarship recipients must study full-time and adhere to university conditions. Full-scholarship students may be assigned academic or administrative work for up to 10 hours per week, while tuition-exemption scholarship students may work up to 5 hours per week.

Nationality: Postgraduate scholarships are open to Omani and international students, making Ethiopian students eligible. Undergraduate scholarships are primarily for GCC students or through the fee-paying Afaaq program for other international students. Academic Level: Master's and PhD programs. Academic Requirements: Master's Admission: A minimum CGPA of 2.75/4.00, or 2.50 with at least two years of relevant work experience. Master's Scholarship: A minimum CGPA of 3.00/4.00 in the undergraduate degree, unconditional admission, and commitment to full-time study. PhD Admission: A minimum CGPA of 3.00/4.00, or 2.75 with at least two years of relevant experience. PhD Scholarship: Must meet all applicable postgraduate admission regulations. International applicants residing outside Oman must apply for full-time study. English Language: Generally requires valid IELTS Academic or TOEFL iBT results at the score specified by the chosen program. Limited exemptions exist (e.g., native English speakers, certain recent Master's graduates applying for doctoral study); any exemption must be confirmed with SQU. Age: The undergraduate Afaaq program has an age limit of 25 years. No age limit is stated for postgraduate scholarships.

Personal documents: Passport, photograph, and applicable ID or residence card. Certified degree certificates: Bachelor's qualification for Master's applicants; Bachelor's and Master's qualifications for PhD applicants, plus any other requested relevant certificates. Official transcripts: Academic records for all required qualifications. CV: Include your education, relevant experience, and research work where applicable. English-language evidence: Valid accepted test results, unless SQU confirms an applicable exemption. Employer approval or study leave: Provide a required letter if applicable to your employment situation. Research proposal: Required for PhD applications. Two academic recommendation letters: Required for PhD applications. Qualification attestation: Follow SQU’s instructions for qualifications obtained outside Oman.

1. Choose your degree and program: Review the entry conditions, teaching language, and study mode in SQU’s official program directory. 2. Check scholarship eligibility: Compare the funding rules with your academic record, as meeting admission requirements alone may not guarantee a scholarship. 3. Prepare your documents: Arrange for certification, valid language test results, and any research material required by your college. 4. Complete the online application: Use the postgraduate section of SQU’s applicant system for Master’s or PhD applications, entering accurate information and uploading all requested files. 5. Pay the application fee and submit: The application form lists a non-refundable fee of OMR 10 per program/preference. Pay the amount shown in your application. 6. Monitor your application: Complete any required examinations or interviews and respond promptly to requests from the university. Eligible admitted students are automatically considered for funding, with a separate scholarship offer issued to selected candidates. Undergraduate applicants should refer to separate GCC scholarship guidance or Afaaq information provided by the admissions office.

The application period for postgraduate studies opens on October 15, 2026, and closes on January 14, 2027, at 11:59 PM (confirm the portal’s time convention). Application evaluation is scheduled from January 20 to March 21, 2027. Admission results will be announced between March 31 and April 30, 2027. Studies are set to begin in September 2027. Undergraduate scholarship and Afaaq dates are separate and should be checked with the undergraduate admissions office.