The King Fahd University Scholarship for International Students is open to students interested in pursuing fully funded graduate programs available in the university.
The 2025 King Fahd University Scholarship covers all the expenses of tuition, accommodation, living expenses, travel, visa, books, and subsidized meals in the university cafeteria for admitted candidates.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Saudi Arabia
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Accommodation | Feeding allowance | Monthly Stipend | Air tickets
- Deadline: December 26, 2024
Scholarship Details
The King Fahd University provides full MS and PhD King Fahd University Scholarships for distinguished graduate applicants who demonstrate high potential for conducting original research in the fields of Engineering, Sciences, and Business.
The King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals institution is known for its globally competitive graduates, cutting edge research, and leadership in energy fields. The University makes a difference within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and beyond in the fields of sciences, engineering and business.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:
- Have a four-year Bachelor’s (B.S.) Degree in engineering or science from a recognized institution with a major in the proposed field or evidence of suitable background for entering the proposed field.
- Have a Grade-Point Average (GPA) of 3.00 or higher on a scale of 4.00 or equivalent (For Scholarship Applicants ) or 2.50 or higher on a scale of 4.00 or equivalent (For Non-Scholarship Applicants).
- Completion of TOEFL with a minimum score of 520 (PBT), 190 (CBT) or 70 (IBT).
- Two letters of recommendation, preferably from the faculty who taught the applicant university-level courses. [to be submitted through the online recommendation system]
- Satisfactorily meeting any additional departmental or university admission requirements.
Additional For MS Programs in Business Administration
- Completion of the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT ) with a minimum score of 450.
- Two letters of recommendation, preferably from the faculty who taught the applicant undergraduate courses.
- At least one course in college-level calculus which covers both differentiation and integration subjects.
- A working knowledge of computers as evidenced by at least one course in that area (e.g. data processing, programming, information systems, etc.)
- At least three years of full-time work experience. This requirement may be waived for graduate assistants, research assistants, and applicants with exceptional academic records.
Additional For PhD Programs
- An M.S. degree in engineering or science from an institution whose graduate programs are equivalent to those of (KFUPM), with a major in the proposed field or evidence of suitable background for entering the proposed field.
- Two letters of recommendation, preferably from the faculty who taught the applicant graduate courses.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the scholarship will receive:
- A full tuition fee waiver for the program of study
- Fully furnished air-conditioned accommodation
- Free meals
- Monthly stipends
- Air travel tickets
- Free medical care.
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must prepare:
- Complete Transcripts
- Statement of Purpose
- Identification
- Saudi Citizens: National Identification Card
- Residents of Saudi Arabia with a Residence Permit: Iqama
- International Applicants: Passport
- Two Recommendation Letters
- Color Photograph with White Background (Optional for female applicants)
- CV
- Degree Certificates
- TOEFL/IELTS
- GRE ( programs in Engineering or Sciences)
- GMAT (graduate programs in Business)
How to Apply
To apply for this scholarship:
- Visit the scholarship’s webpage
- Proceed to apply by creating an account and verifying email
- Upload the required documents and select desired program
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