Khazar University offers merit-based scholarships, which do not require a separate application; eligible applicants will be informed in their Admission Offer. These scholarships are evaluated annually by an academic panel and may be renewed based on academic performance. Additionally, applicants can apply for various Government scholarships.
Application Deadlines:
- Nailekhanim Foundation Scholarship: 30 June 2026
- Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant Program: 2026–2027 cycle (exact deadline varies, check MFA/MoE announcements)
Tell Me About the Scholarships:
Khazar University and the Government of Azerbaijan offer several scholarship opportunities for international and domestic students. These include merit-based tuition waivers, government-funded full scholarships, and a foundation scholarship for female postgraduate students.
Which Scholarships are Eligible?
- Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant Program
- Intergovernmental Scholarship Programs (HTP)
- Nailekhanim Foundation Scholarship
- Khazar University Tuition Fee Waivers
Type:
- Undergraduate, Master’s, and Doctoral Scholarships | Azerbaijan | Fully Funded & Partial Waivers
Who can Apply?
Heydar Aliyev Grant Program:
- Citizens of OIC, NAM, Small Island Developing States, or countries with cultural ties to Azerbaijan.
- Eligible for Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD programmes.
Intergovernmental Scholarship Programs (HTP):
- Based on bilateral agreements between Azerbaijan and partner countries (China, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Romania, Russia, etc.).
- Available for both Azerbaijani students abroad and international students in Azerbaijan.
Nailekhanim Foundation Scholarship:
- Female applicants only.
- Outstanding academic record (minimum GPA 3.7/4.0 or equivalent).
- Strong commitment to chosen academic field and research.
- Motivational essay on female leadership.
- Submission by 30 June 2026 to [email protected].
Khazar University Tuition Waivers:
- Automatic consideration for merit-based waivers (25%, 50%, or 75%).
- Based on academic performance.
How are Candidates Selected?
- Heydar Aliyev Grant: Selection by MFA/MoE based on academic merit and eligibility.
- HTP: Selection through bilateral agreements and partner country nominations.
- Nailekhanim Foundation: Motivational essay, academic record, interview with expert panel.
- Khazar Waivers: Automatic review by Khazar University academic panel.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- Heydar Aliyev Grant: OIC, NAM, Small Island Developing States, and culturally tied nations.
- HTP: Partner countries (China, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Romania, Russia, etc.).
- Nailekhanim Foundation: Open to all nationalities (female applicants only).
- Khazar Waivers: All applicants admitted to Khazar University.
Where will the Scholarships be Taken?
- Khazar University, Baku, Azerbaijan
- Other Azerbaijani universities (for government scholarships).
How Many Awards?
- Heydar Aliyev Grant: 100 annually.
- Nailekhanim Foundation: 1 full scholarship annually.
- Khazar Waivers: Multiple partial waivers.
- HTP: Varies by bilateral agreement.
What is the Benefit of the Scholarships?
- Heydar Aliyev Grant: Tuition, flights, monthly allowance, medical insurance, visa & registration.
- HTP: Tuition, accommodation, stipends, cultural support.
- Nailekhanim Foundation: Full tuition + living support for female postgraduate student.
- Khazar Waivers: 25–75% tuition fee reduction. (Khazar University’s tuition fees for 2026 are set at USD 5,000 per year for most programs)
How Long Will the Scholarships Last?
- Heydar Aliyev Grant: Duration of chosen degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD).
- HTP: Duration specified in bilateral agreement.
- Nailekhanim Foundation: One academic year (renewable).
- Khazar Waivers: Renewable annually based on performance.
Required Documents:
- Heydar Aliyev Grant: Application via MFA/MoE, transcripts, proof of eligibility.
- HTP: Documents per bilateral agreement.
- Nailekhanim Foundation: CV, motivational essay, transcripts, proof of GPA, English proficiency.
- Khazar Waivers: No separate application; automatic consideration.
How to Apply:
- Apply for admission to Khazar University.
- For Heydar Aliyev Grant, apply via MFA/MoE portal.
- For HTP, apply through your country’s bilateral scholarship office.
- For Nailekhanim Foundation Scholarship, email documents to [email protected] by 30 June 2026.
- For Khazar Waivers, await automatic consideration upon admission.
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