KFUPM Graduate Scholarship (Saudi Arabia)
About this scholarship
King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) in Saudi Arabia is a leading regional university for engineering, science, and management, and its Deanship of Graduate Studies offers full scholarships to attract talented graduate students from around the world. The awards cover master’s and doctoral study, including a direct-entry PhD route for strong bachelor’s holders.
The full scholarship is generous: no tuition fee, a monthly stipend (around 2,500 riyals depending on category), free furnished air-conditioned on-campus housing with utilities, medical and dental care, free textbooks, subsidised meals, round-trip airfare for international students, and conference and research funding. The direct-entry PhD runs five years, with full support for the first four.
Eligibility is open to distinguished applicants of all nationalities who hold a recognised four-year bachelor’s degree (for MS or direct-entry PhD) or a master’s (for standard PhD), with a minimum GPA of around 2.5 to 3.0, and meet the TOEFL or IELTS requirement (waived for graduates of English-speaking countries), with GRE or GMAT for some programmes. You apply for admission to an eligible graduate programme online, upload documents, and arrange recommendation letters, and admitted distinguished applicants are automatically considered for the full scholarship. For graduates seeking funded study in the Gulf, KFUPM is a strong option.
Eligibility
- Open to distinguished applicants of all nationalities.
- A recognised four-year bachelor's degree for MS or direct-entry PhD (a master's for standard PhD).
- Minimum GPA of around 2.5 to 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- TOEFL or IELTS (waived for graduates of English-speaking countries); GRE or GMAT for some programmes.
Benefits & Coverage
- Free tuition plus a monthly stipend.
- Free furnished on-campus housing, medical care, textbooks, and subsidised meals.
- Round-trip airfare for international students.
- Advanced research facilities and funding for conferences.
Required Documents
- Online graduate application.
- Official undergraduate transcript and degree certificate (plus master's for PhD).
- Statement of purpose outlining research and career goals.
- Recommendation letters via the online system, and a short introductory video for some programmes.
How to Apply
- Apply for admission to an eligible KFUPM graduate programme online.
- Upload required documents and arrange recommendation letters.
- Admitted distinguished applicants are automatically considered for the full scholarship.
- Send original or certified documents by mail upon approval (confirm the current date).
Frequently asked questions
Is KFUPM Graduate Scholarship fully funded? +
This scholarship is listed as fully funded. The listed award is: No tuition fee plus monthly stipend (around SAR 2,500); Free housing, medical care, textbooks, meals, and airfare.. Coverage can change between cycles, so confirm the details on the official page.
What degree levels does KFUPM Graduate Scholarship cover? +
This scholarship is listed for: Master's & PhD.
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is July 31, 2026. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: Open to distinguished applicants of all nationalities; A recognised four-year bachelor's degree for MS or direct-entry PhD (a master's for standard PhD); Minimum GPA of around 2.5 to 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; TOEFL or IELTS (waived for graduates of English-speaking countries); GRE or… See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this scholarship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
