International and domestic students can apply for fully financed Master’s, PhD (thesis-based), and MS (project-based) programs at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM). We encourage applications from all across the world.
KFUPM offers a broad range of academic areas and is regarded as a premier institution worldwide. In order to fulfill the demands of the changing labor market and assist Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 project, the institution has lately launched innovative programs in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, robotics, and business analytics.
The King Fahd University Scholarship 2026 eligibility requirements, financial coverage, and application procedure are covered in further detail below.
Eligibility Criteria :
- All nationalities are welcome to apply.
- A valid bachelor’s degree is required.
- A minimum GPA of 2.5 out of 4.0, or a comparable rating, is required.
- Proficiency in the English language (any of the following):
- IELTS score of 6.0 or higher
- TOEFL score of 70 or above
- English proficiency on Duolingo: 105 or above
- (Duolingo is an affordable online English test that is accepted by more than 2000 institutions.)
- KFUPM alumni and applicants from English-speaking nations (USA, Canada, UK, Australia, and New Zealand) are exempt from the English language proficiency requirement.
- Two recommendation letters.
- SAR 100 + VAT is the non-refundable application fee.
Host Country: Saudi Arabia
Location: King Fahd University
Degree Level: Master’s, PhD
Benefits: Fully Funded
Benefits :
- Monthly stipend
- Furnished accommodation provided
- Airfare for international students
- Free medical and dental care
- Subsidized meals
- Tuition-free education
- RA-MS/RA-PhD positions available
- Conference funding (subject to approval)
- Paid research opportunities
- Access to library and departmental resources
- Safe and secure campus environment
- Recreational facilities, including a private beach
- Free textbooks provided
- Deadline:
- MS (Thesis-Based) and PhD: 31st July 2025
- MS Programs (Project-Based): 15th July 2025
