Get ready if you’re looking to pursue your academic degree in Saudi Arabia, as the fully-funded King Fahd University Scholarship is currently open for international students.
Mainly recognized for its business, science, and engineering programs throughout the country, King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM) in Dhahran has been a beacon of academic brilliance since 1963. It is known for quality research projects, which makes the students capable of turning an innovative idea into something beneficial.
King Fahd University Scholarship Details:
- Level of Study: Masters / PhD
- Country: Saudi Arabia
- Institution: King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM)
- Deadline: June 29, 2024
Graduate programs offered at KFUPM:
Below is the list of graduate programs being offered by King Fahd University:
- Accountancy (M.ACC)
- Aerospace Engineering (M.Sc)
- Applied Statistics (M.Sc)
- Architectural Engineering (M.Sc)
- Business Administration (M.B.A)
- Chemical Engineering (PhD, M.Sc)
- Chemistry (PhD, M.Sc)
- City & Regional Planning (M.C.R.P)
- Civil & Environmental Engineering (PhD, M.Sc)
- Computer Engineering (PhD, M.Sc)
- Computer Networks (M.Sc)
- Computer Science (PhD, M.Sc)
- Construction Engineering & Management (M.Sc)
- Electrical Engineering (PhD, M.Sc)
- Environmental Sciences (M.Sc)
- Geology (PhD, M.Sc)
- Geophysics (M.Sc)
- Industrial & Systems Engineering (PhD, M.Sc)
- Information Assurance & Security ( M.Sc)
- Life Sciences (M.Sc)
- Materials Science & Engineering (M.Sc)
- Mathematical Sciences (PhD, M.Sc)
- Mechanical Engineering (PhD, M.Sc)
- Medical Physics (M. Med. Phys)
- Petroleum Engineering (PhD, M.Sc)
- Physics (PhD, M.Sc)
- Software Engineering (M.Sc)
- Systems & Control Engineering (PhD, M.Sc)
- Telecommunication Engineering (M.Sc)
For more details about the eligible graduate programs for the King Fahd University Scholarships 2024, click here.
Scholarship Coverage:
King Fahd University Scholarship provides the following benefits:
- Full Tuition Fee Waiver
- Monthly Stipend
- Furnished Air Conditioned Apartment
- Medical Expenses
- Free Textbooks
- Subsidized Meals in the University Cafeteria
- Projects Fund
- Airfare ticket to Saudi Arabia and then return ticket after the completion of the degree program
Eligibility Criteria for King Fahd University Scholarship:
Applicants must fulfill all of the following requirements to apply for the King Fahd University Scholarship:
- Language Requirements: TOEFL 520 (PBT), 190 (CBT) or 70 (IBT) OR IELTS (min 6.0) OR Duolingo English Test (New Test) [min 105].
- For MBA Students: The minimum score for TOEFL IBT is 70/120, and for IELTS, 6.0/9.0.
- A four-year bachelor’s degree is required (for Master’s applicants) and a two-year Master’s degree (for Ph.D. applicants).
- Minimum GPA of 3.00 out of 4.00
- At least one year of full-time work experience (for MBA students).
Required Documents:
- Copy of Identification (National ID for Saudi Nationals, Passport for international applicants, and Iqama for residents of KSA).
- Complete official transcripts (the transcript should contain names and grades of all courses taken).
- Statement of Purpose (a one-page essay describing your research and career goals at KFUPM).
- A passport-size photo with a white background (optional for females).
- CV
- GMAT (Only for International MBA applicants)
Optional Documents:
- TOEFL (min 520 (PBT), 190 (CBT) or 70 (IBT) for MS/ MBA and min 550 (PBT), 213 (CBT) or 80 (IBT) for PhD) or IELTS (min 6.0 for MS and 6.5 for PhD).
- GRE (General) score sheet (Required for Engineering and Science Programs)
- Degree(s) Certificates (If awarded).
Upon approval, you must send original/certified copies of degree certificate(s) and transcript(s) through postal mail.
Scholarship Deadline:
The last date to apply for King Fahd University Scholarship is 29th June 2024.
How to Apply for the King Fahd University Scholarship?
The application process for the King Fahd University Scholarship is online. The link to the scholarship application portal is given below:
Apply Link: https://cgis.kfupm.edu.sa/apply.html
