Pursue your master’s or PhD in Saudi Arabia with the prestigious King Fahd University Scholarship, a fully funded program for international students. This scholarship offers free tuition, a monthly stipend, on-campus housing, medical coverage, and relocation assistance.
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM), established in 1963 in Dhahran, is globally recognized for academic excellence. Ranked 163rd in the QS World University Rankings 2022 and 4th in Petroleum Engineering, KFUPM stands out in engineering and sciences.
Apply now through the Deanship of Graduate Studies and unlock a world-class education and research opportunities in Engineering, Sciences, and Business.
Eligibility Criteria for King Fahd University Scholarship 2025
- Language Requirement:
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum 70/120
- IELTS: Minimum 6.0/9.0 (required for MBA)
- Eligibility: Open to applicants from all countries
- Academic Qualifications:
- Master’s Programs: Bachelor’s degree (4 years)
- Ph.D. Programs: Master’s degree (2 years)
- Minimum GPA:
- Scholarship Students: 3.0/4.0
- Non-Scholarship Students: 2.5/4.0
- MBA Students: 3.0/4.0
- Additional MBA Requirement: At least 1 year of full-time work experience
Summary of Scholarship
- Level of Study: Master’s / PhD
- Institution: King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM)
- Location: Saudi Arabia
- Deadline: Check application deadlines here.
How to Apply
- Submit Online Application: Fill out the graduate admission form through the official online portal before the deadline.
- Upload Required Documents: Use your login credentials to upload all mandatory documents after submitting the application.
Scholarship Coverage 2025
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Monthly living allowance
- Furnished, air-conditioned accommodation
- Comprehensive medical insurance
- Free textbooks
- Discounted meals at the university cafeteria
- Funding for university projects
- Round-trip airfare (to and from Saudi Arabia)
Mandatory Document’s
- Identification: Passport (for international applicants), National ID (for Saudi nationals), or Iqama (for Saudi residents).
- Academic Transcripts: Official transcripts for BS (and MS for Ph.D. applicants).
- Statement of Purpose: A one-page essay detailing your career and research objectives at KFUPM.
- Recommendation Letters: Submitted online by academic referees after you complete the application.
- Degree Certificates: BS degree (and MS for Ph.D. applicants), if already awarded.
- GMAT Score: Required for international MBA applicants.
Additional documents (Required for Final Approval)
- English Proficiency: TOEFL (minimum 68 iBT for MS, 79 iBT for Ph.D.) or IELTS (minimum 6.0 for MS, 6.5 for Ph.D.).
- GRE Scores: Quantitative (minimum 156) and Analytical Writing (minimum 4.0).
- Certified Documents: Selected applicants must mail original or certified degree certificates and transcripts.