Deadline:
As soon as possible
Location(s)
Qatar
Doha
Overview
Northwestern is committed to excellent teaching, innovative research and the personal and intellectual growth of its students in a diverse academic community. Our international campus in Doha, Qatar, cultivates potential within students to lead the world of media, journalism, and communication. Backed by a strong foundation in liberal arts, NU-Q students receive a top education, gaining a combination of theoretical and practical skills so that each student is prepared to succeed after graduation.
Details
Merit Scholarships
Incoming Students
Northwestern University offers a limited number of highly competitive scholarships for students of exceptional scholastic achievement. These awards may cover up to 40% of NU-Q tuition costs. Students are automatically evaluated during the admissions process. Grantees will be informed of any awards in their acceptance letter from the University. Students who are interested must complete the CSS Profile and provide the requested documentation. This application must be completed by March 1 in order to be considered.
Need-Based Scholarships
Incoming and Returning Students
Northwestern University in Qatar has limited funds available for supplemental need-based scholarships. This application must be completed by March 1 in order to be considered. Interested students must apply for HBKU Financial Aid (see below) and U.S. Federal Aid (if applicable, see below) to be considered.
Students who are interested must complete the CSS Profile and provide the requested documentation. Additionally, HBKU will require extensive documentation through their application process. Please have the documents available while going through the CSS Profile as we may require additional information.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Either SAT or ACT scores are required. Our institutional codes are:
- SAT: 5714
- ACT: 1107
Either TOEFL or IELTS is required. The testing agency should send reports directly to NU-Q. Our TOEFL institutional code is 5945. These scores should not be more than two years old.
Eligibility of TOEFL/IELTS Waiver:
Applicants are eligible for an automatic TOEFL/IELTS waiver if one of the following conditions are applicable:
- Based on native language status: This applies for applicants who are native English speakers and have completed their studies in English.
- Based on testing performance: This applies for applicants who earned a score of:
- SAT: 600 or more in BOTH the Critical Reading and Writing components
OR - ACT: 26 or more in BOTH English and Reading components
- SAT: 600 or more in BOTH the Critical Reading and Writing components
Dates
Deadline: As soon as possible
Cost/funding for participants
Up to 40% of NU-Q tuition costs.
Un-save Opportunity
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