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    Housing

    Do you want to live on campus?

    Student Housing and Residential Life is passionate about providing you with a safe and welcoming community and making you feel at home. From safety to social activities, we make every effort to ensure your stay in residence is a memorable one. In addition to our impressive residential facilities, we provide you with the ideal campus living environment to support your collegiate endeavors. By living on campus, you will be within walking distance of your classes, labs, libraries, and athletic facilities.  Furthermore, our Dining Services offers a variety of dining options for the ultimate in convenience and value.

     

    Student Housing is more than a place for students to live. Our primary goals are to provide and maintain living and learning facilities that are safe, desirable, functional, and meet your personal needs. Furthermore, provide you with an environment where you can network with other students, interact with your community, and form lasting friendships, as well as support your academic goals. As well, invest in the professional and personal development of our staff to ensure high quality services and to improve your overall residential experience.

    New Friendships

    You will meet new people and become a part of the campus community. One of the advantages of living in Student Housing is the chance to have a roommate.

    Campus Community Engagement

    When students live on campus, they are more likely to get involved in student organizations, developing leadership skills that are invaluable to your career.

    Academic Success

    Students who live in campus perform better academically even if they only stay on campus for one year. This has been attributed to the fact that you can be more involved because you are closer to classes, faculty, and facilities like the library.

    Feel Supported

    Our Residential Specialists are available to assist you at any time. Whether you have lost your keys or need help finding campus resources, they can direct you or refer you to the right person.

    Make your commute shorter

    You don't need a car to get around this campus since everything is within walking distance and shuttle buses are available on campus. Not only are classes close by, but also the university bank, and dining are halls on campus. The train station on campus is a convenient access point to the public transportation system.

    Be independent

    You might be living away from your family for the first time as a freshman (first year) at university. Being an independent person has its responsibilities, and this involves being responsible for yourself and organizing your schedule. If you live on campus , you will have the chance to learn these skills alongside many others.

     

    A Few Highlighted Annual Housing and Residential Life Events:

    • Cultural Events and Trips
    • Sports Tournaments
    • Programs and Workshops on Life Management and Adjustments Skills
    • Fun Activities
    • Movie Nights

    Undergraduate Student Housing

    The following are the student housing priority criteria:

    • Students who are on scholarships that include housing.
    • Qatari and resident students who reside more than 50 km away from the University.
    • International students.
    • Students with special needs. Cases will be referred to the Inclusion and Special Needs Center to determine eligibility in consultation with the Student Housing and Residential Life Department.
    • Students with exceptional circumstances. Cases will be referred to Student Housing and Residential Life Department to determine eligibility.
    • Students must be registered for classes during the term of residency
    • Students must be under the University’s sponsorship except students who are residents of Qatar under their parent’s sponsorship.
    • Students must pay the housing fee in full at the begininng of the semester.
    • Students must accept, sign, and abide by all University and Student Housing and Residential Life instructions and procedures.

    Housing Application  form

    Required Documents for Housing Assignments:

    • Copy of the student's ID card or a copy of valid passport.
    • Copy of the parent's passport or Qatar ID.
    • “To Whom It May Concern” letter from the Police Center affiliated with the actual student’s residence stating the address of the student’s (for Qatari and resident students in Qatar).

    Living on campus is very different from living at home—it offers not only a place to eat and sleep, but also the chance to be a part of a vibrant community to learn and grow. To facilitate the on-campus living experience for new and returning students, the Student Housing and Residential Life Department offers a reliable and comfortable home base to create a positive living situation. We provide a number of services and amenities that help make everyday life easy. Some of what we offer includes:

    • Food Services: The dining hall is located on the ground floor of the student residence building and serves three hot and healthy meals daily.
    • Vending Machines: Vending machines are located on the ground floor/lobby area.
    • Fitness Center: A fully equipped gym located on the first floor of the building.
    • Television Hall: The TV Hall is located on the ground floor; basic cable TV service is provided.
    • Study Lounge: The study lounge is equipped with computers for student’s usage.
    • Programs and Activities: Staff offers social and educational programs encouraging community development based on student’s interests and needs.
    •  Residential Specialist Staff: Staff member is available for answering questions and responding to all student’s needsand concerns.
    • Security: Security staff is available 24 hours inside the student housing buildings.
    • Parking: Car parking spaces designated for resident students. 
    • Transportation: Transportation between Student Housing and University buildings is provided to all resident students on a daily basis according to a set schedule.

    Instructions and Procedures for Student Housing and Residential Life

    To all students applying for housing starting from Fall 2023 onward

    The new Student Housing fees will be applied upon all new students enrolling in the university beginning of Fall 2023, and Qatar University students who intend to join student housing beginning of Fall 2023.

    Room TypeNumber of students per roomFees/month (in Qatari Riyals)Summer Fees
    Single room
    32 m² and 30 m²
    12000Daily (calculated based on monthly fee)
    Single/double room
    40 m²
    12200
    21100
    Single/double room
    48 m²
    12600
    21300

    Students who already registered and residing in Student Housing prior to the Fall 2023 semester will continue to be exempt from the new fees . However, if they choose to change their original room that has assigned before the implementation of the new fees, they will be charged according to the new fees.

    Family housing for graduate international students

    Qatar University provides family housing for a limited category of married international graduate students, according to the available housing units.

    1. Housing is allocated to married international graduate students after admission to QU.
    2. Housing is provided according to the availability for the following categories:
      • Students receiving a Graduate Assistantship (GA) scholarship
      • Students holding a Research Assistant (RA) position
      • Students who receive external funding from their countries (with proof of funding).
    3. Students must be registered for courses/thesis during the term of residency.
    4. Students must be under the University’s sponsorship.
    5. Students must pay the housing fee in full at the start of the semester.
    6. Students must accept, sign, and abide by all University and Student Housing and Residential Life instructions and procedures.

    Required Documents for Housing Assignments:

    • Copy of the student's ID card
    • Marriage certificate.
    • Proof of scholarship or external fund.

    Monthly rent for the family housing*:

    Apartment typeThe monthly rent in (Qatari riyals)
    One bedroom apartment2700
    Two bedrooms apartment3600

    * The student bears the costs of utilities (water, electricity,...).

    • Female Student Housing Section: 44036239, Email
    • Male Student Housing Section: 44036237, Email

    Location (Google map)

    Staff Directory – Student Housing and Residential  Life Department

    Employee name

    Job title

    Building

    Email

    Phone

    Kholoud Al-Hamadi

    Director of Student Housing and Residential  Life Department

    F13-Faculty Building

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    44035852

    Zeinab Said Abusoud

    Expert

    F13-Faculty Building

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    44035925

    Female Student Housing Section

    Hamda Jamaan B A Al-Hamad

     Senior Residential Specialist

    Female Housing

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    44033173

    Nouf Abdelhameed M K Al-Kubaisia

     Senior Residential Specialist

    Female Housing

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    44033279

    Safaa Saleh AL-Khabani

     Senior Residential Specialist

    Female Housing

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    44033767

    Nasra Shaaban Saadall Rezk

     Residential Specialist / Live-in

    Female Housing

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    44033172

    Basma Trabelsi

    Residential Specialist / Live-in

    Female Housing

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    44035861

    Salwa Osman Eldawi Abdelelal

    Residential Specialist

    Female Housing

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    44033181

    Ume Kalsoom Ahmed Khan

    Residential Specialist

    Female Housing

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    44033174

    Dhuha Khader Khader

    Facilities Coordinator

    Female Housing

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    44035831

    Rawda Abdulla M B Al-Qahtani

    Programs and Activities Coordinator,

    Female Housing

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    44033824

    Jeena Kurian Cherukuzhiyil

    Nurse

    Female Housing

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    44033299

    Fatima Hussein Haitham Al-Yahri

    Fitness Coach

    Female Housing

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    44037991

    Male Student Housing Section

    Rashid Mubarak B J Al-Naemi

    Senior Residential Specialist

    Male Housing

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    44033191
    ALHssein MajeedResidential SpecialistMale Housing Housing | Qatar University - Image1544033178

    Naguib Sayed Abou Bakr Ibrahim

    Residential Specialist

    Male Housing

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    44033190

    Abdulla Ali H S Al-Kaabi

    Residential Specialist

    Male Housing

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    44033190