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Palestinian Scholars Program
"Among this exceptional cohort are two students from Gaza and one from the West Bank, recruited through the Second Chance initiative. This program supports high-achieving, low-income international students, including refugees, who seek access to higher education but lack financial aid. GU-Q's collaboration with Second Chance underscores its unwavering commitment to access and equity in the face of global challenges."
Palestinian Scholars Program 2026 (PSP)
A scholarship-supported opportunity for outstanding Palestinian students seeking undergraduate study at Georgetown University in Qatar.
The Palestinian Scholars Program (PSP) at Second Chance supports a small number of high-achieving, low-income or under-resourced Palestinian students applying for Fall 2026 undergraduate study at Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q).
The Opportunity
PSP 2026 is designed for students interested in pursuing Georgetown University in Qatar’s Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service (BSFS) degree. This program is only for the BSFS pathway at GU-Q. We do not accept applications for other undergraduate programs or for any postgraduate programs, including master’s or PhD degrees.
Available BSFS majors:
ï‚· Culture and Politics
ï‚· International History
ï‚· International Politics
ï‚· International Economics
ï‚· Science, Technology and International Affairs
CTA:
Learn more about the BSFS program and majors
PSP 2026 is for students who meet the program’s required eligibility criteria, including strong academic performance, financial need, eligible Palestinian status, qualifying geographic or displacement background, English proficiency, and required school records and recommendations.
Before submitting an application, please review the Application Criteria PSP 2026 document and the PSP Presentation 2026. These resources explain the program, eligibility requirements, academic fit, timeline, and other important details.
Important
We recognize that many Palestinian students are navigating extremely difficult and uncertain circumstances. At the same time, it is important to be clear that Second Chance cannot serve as a pathway for evacuation or departure from Palestine. We are not able to guarantee or facilitate exit permission, border crossing, travel documents, visa approval, transportation, or safe passage to Qatar or another country.
Students are responsible for meeting all passport, travel, exit, immigration, and entry requirements connected to studying abroad. For students who are ultimately selected, Second
Chance will connect them directly with the Georgetown University in Qatar team for support related to GU-Q’s admissions and student visa processes. However, neither application to nor selection for the program should be understood as a guarantee of relocation, travel clearance, or entry into Qatar.
Applicants should carefully consider these realities before applying.
1. Review Eligibility Checklist
Carefully review the eligibility checklist in the application form and make sure you meet all program requirements before applying.
2. Apply Before May 4, 2026
Students must submit a fully completed application by May 4, 2026 at 11:59 PM (EEST /UTC+3). Earlier applications are encouraged.
3. Interview Selection
Students selected for an interview will be notified on a rolling basis throughout May 2026.
4. Final Selection
After interviews are completed, candidates will be evaluated for final selection. All applicants will receive a decision on their application no later than June 1, 2026.
Contact
For students and application support
Karen Karidoyanes — karen@secondchance.global
For educators, counselors, and community partners
Moustafa Ezz — moustafa@secondchance.global
Before You Apply
Application Timeline
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