King Fahd University Scholarship 2026 in Saudi Arabia (Fully Funded)

The King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM) is now accepting applications for the 2026 Scholarship, offering a fully funded opportunity for international and domestic students. Renowned for its academic excellence, KFUPM welcomes students from around the world to study in a research-driven environment. This prestigious scholarship supports thesis-based PhD, MS, and project-based MS programs, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and cutting-edge fields like Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Robotics, and Business Analytics.

Scholarship Summary

• Host Country: Saudi Arabia

• Location: King Fahd University

• Degree Level: Master’s, PhD

• Benefits: Fully Funded

• Deadline: PhD: 31 July 2025, MS: 15 July 2025

Benefits

• Stipend

• Furnished Accommodation

• Air Tickets (international students only)

• Medical/dental care, Subsidized Meals

• Opportunity for RA-MS or RA-PhD positions

• Tuition-Free Study

• Conference Participation Funding (conditional), Paid research project opportunities

• Access to the main library and department resources

• Safe & secure environment, Recreational facilities (including private beach)

• Free textbooks

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to all Nationals

• Recognized bachelor’s degree

• GPA of 2.5/4.0 or higher (or equivalent)

• English Proficiency: IELTS score of 6+ OR TOEFL score of 70+ OR Duolingo score of 105+ (Duolingo is a cost-effective online test accepted by over 2000+ institutions)

• Waived for KFUPM graduates and those from English-speaking countries (USA, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand)

• Two recommendation letters

• Non-refundable processing fee of SAR 100 + VAT

• Statement of Purpose (one-page essay detailing career and research goals)

Don’t miss this chance to join a world-class institution! Apply now