# College of Public Policy Admissions

**Source**: https://www.hbku.edu.qa/en/cpp/admission-requirements
**Parent**: https://www.hbku.edu.qa/en/admissions

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## Overview

At Hamad Bin Khalifa University, our people are our greatest strength. When you enroll on an academic program at HBKU, you become part of a thriving community that is committed to excellence and innovation.

- Admissions
- Important Dates
- Programs and Requirements
- Admissions Requirements
- Contact Us

## Admissions Process

Here’s an Overview of our Admissions Process:

- 01

  ##### Create Account

  Click on “Apply Now” to create a user account. Once the account is created, log in using your credentials.
- 02

  ##### Submit Application

  Start the application process by choosing your desired college and program. You can submit up to two applications per academic year.
- 03

  ##### Upload Documents & References

  After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions to log back into your account, submit supplementary documents, and provide contact details for your references.
- 04

  ##### Application Review

  In the preliminary application review, the HBKU admissions team checks the application for completion and eligibility before forwarding it to the relevant college for assessment.
- 05

  ##### Receive Offer of Admissions

  Applicants will be notified when the college makes a decision. Accepted applicants will receive an offer letter.

##### Admissions Policies

[Graduate](https://www.hbku.edu.qa/sites/default/files/2025-03/graduate_admission_-cis.pdf)

## Important Dates

- ##### Online graduate admission application opens to the public

  01

  Oct 2025
- ##### Admission application deadline for International applicants

  01

  Feb 2026
- ##### Admission application last day for Qatari and resident applicants who wish to apply for funding

  15

  Mar 2026
- ##### Late admission application deadline for Qatari and resident applicants

  03

  May 2026

## Programs and Requirements

[Prospectus](https://www.hbku.edu.qa/sites/default/files/cpp-prospectus.pdf)

**Master of Public Policy (MPP)**\
Applicants seeking admissions to the Master of Public Policy program should have a bachelor’s degree with a strong academic record (minimum 3.0 GPA out of 4.0) from a recognized university. Applicants from all fields are welcome to apply, including engineering, natural sciences, and humanities, but preference will be given to those with an academic background in political science, public administration, economics, communications, or other social sciences.

**Master of Social Policy and Program Evaluation (MSPPE)**\
Applicants seeking admissions to the Master of Social Policy and Program Evaluation program should have a bachelor’s degree with a strong academic record (minimum 3.0 GPA out of 4.0) from a recognized university. Applicants from all fields are welcome to apply, provided they have a strong quantitative background. Applicants with work experience in social policy and/or program evaluation are preferred.

Applicants to the College of Public Policy are required to submit a valid IELTS score of 6.5 or TOEFL score of 79 to demonstrate their proficiency in English.

## Admissions Requirements

## Application

A completed online application form [admissions.hbku.edu.qa](https://www.hbku.edu.qa/admissions)

## Academic transcripts

Official electronic copies of transcripts should be submitted as part of the online application. Final transcripts and graduation statements are required for all previous university studies. All transcripts submitted should include an explanation of the grading system. For those who have not completed their current studies, transcripts must include results from the coursework completed last semester. Transcripts in languages other than English or Arabic must be accompanied by an official translation. Applicants who are admitted to the program based on copies of or incomplete transcripts will be required to provide original transcripts upon enrollment to register for the course.\

## Standardized test results

Official copies (where required) must be sent directly to HBKU. Please refer to the institutional codes below:

- TOEFL: 4981
- IELTS: No code required. Students should ask the IELTS center where they tested to send the IELTS TRF to Hamad Bin Khalifa University

Applicants should also submit copies of their test scores with the online application.

## Letters of recommendation

Applicants should submit two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from an academic referee.

## Personal statement of interest

Applicants should submit a personal statement (300-500 words) as part of the online application. The statement should explain why the candidate is applying to the program, and how their studies will contribute to the achievement of their personal objectives, including information about the applicant’s research interests and achievements.

## Resume/curriculum vitae

Applicants should submit a copy of their current resume or curriculum vitae as part of the online application.

## Identification document

All applicants should submit an electronic copy of their passport as part of the online application. Nationals and residents of Qatar should also submit their valid Qatari ID.\

## Application fee

**Non-refundable application fee (QAR 250)**

## Tuition and Student Funding

The College of Public Policy provides a limited number of tuition waivers on a competitive basis.

To view tuition fees, [please click here.](https://www.hbku.edu.qa/tuition-fees)

## Admissions inquiries

[admissions.cpp@hbku.edu.qa](mailto:admissions.cpp@hbku.edu.qa)

## General inquiries

[cpp@hbku.edu.qa](mailto:cpp@hbku.edu.qa)

### Notice

- Please do not submit any additional application materials which are not on the list of required items. Any additional materials received will be automatically discarded.
- HBKU cannot return documents to the applicant once they are submitted.
- All documents submitted through the online application must be in PDF format. Any documents submitted in a different format will not be accepted.

## Contact Us

We understand that prospective and incoming students have a wide range of needs, and it can sometimes be difficult to find specific information. Whether you're looking for a tour of HBKU, financial aid, or registration for classes, connect with us to find the help you need.

| Entity Name | Working Hours | Phone Number | Email Address |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [College of Public Policy](https://www.hbku.edu.qa/cpp) | 7.30 am - 3.30 pm | [44546310](tel:44546310) | [admissions.cpp@hbku.edu.qa](mailto:admissions.cpp@hbku.edu.qa) |

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