The KFUPM Scholarship, a premier study graduate Saudi Arabia initiative, invites international and domestic students to pursue master’s and PhD programs at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. Founded in 1963, KFUPM, ranked #163 globally (QS World University Rankings 2022), is a leading research institution renowned for Petroleum Engineering (#4 globally), Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration, and Earth Sciences. As a global research vanguard, this KFUPM graduate program offers 30 master’s and 10 PhD specializations, fostering a multicultural innovation odyssey for 1,000+ graduate students from 28+ nationalities, driving research excellence aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.
The KFUPM graduate programs deliver a research-intensive, English-taught curriculum with access to cutting-edge facilities, including nanotechnology labs, supercomputing clusters, and geosciences research centers. Petroleum Engineering scholars innovate energy exploration, while Computer Science researchers advance AI and cybersecurity. Business Administration students develop strategic management solutions, and Environmental Science candidates address sustainability challenges. With an 80% employability rate within six months, graduates excel as research scientists, industry leaders, or policy consultants, supported by partnerships with Saudi Aramco, SABIC, and MIT. The research-based summer internship replaces thesis credits, enhancing practical expertise.
The KFUPM Scholarship promotes global research networking. Scholars engage in international conferences, research symposia, and industry collaborations, connecting with world-class faculty and alumni networks. KFUPM’s National Centers for Research Excellence in Renewable Energy, Nanotechnology, and Carbon Capture drive innovative solutions, with 10% of graduates launching tech startups. The diverse campus fosters cultural synergy, supporting UNESCO’s inclusive education goals. Collaborations with Stanford, Caltech, and Technical University of Munich enhance cross-border innovation.
Studying in Dhahran, scholars experience a multicultural innovation odyssey. They explore Al Khobar’s Corniche, Bahrain’s cultural sites, or Half Moon Bay, engaging with Saudi Arabia’s cultural heritage. Events like Riyadh Season, Dammam Cultural Festival, or KFUPM Innovation Week enrich immersion. The 40 km² campus, with advanced labs, digital libraries, and recreational hubs, supports a global learning immersion, enhanced by connectivity to Riyadh, Dubai, and Manama. Dhahran’s safe, vibrant community complements academic pursuits.
Join a global cohort to pioneer research innovation, embrace Saudi Arabia’s cultural diversity, and shape a sustainable future with the KFUPM Scholarship.
King Fahd University Scholarship:
Host Country:
•Saudia Arabia
Host University:
•King Fahad University
Degree Level:
•Master’s degree program
•PhD degree program
•MBA
Fields of Study:
•Accountancy
•Aerospace Engineering
•Applied Statistics
•Architectural Engineering
•Business Administration
•Chemical Engineering
•Chemistry
•City & Regional Planning
•Civil & Environmental Engineering
•Computer Engineering
•Computer Networks
•Computer Science
•Construction Engineering & Management
•Electrical Engineering
•Environmental Sciences
•Geology
•Geophysics
•Industrial & Systems Engineering
•Information Assurance & Security
•Life Sciences
•Materials Science & Engineering
•Mathematical Sciences
•Mechanical Engineering
•Medical Physics
•Petroleum Engineering
•Physics
•Software Engineering
•Systems & Control Engineering
•Telecommunication Engineering
King Fahd University Scholarship Benefits:
•You will be provided with a full tuition fee.
•You will be given a monthly stipend that will cover your living expenses there.
•You will be facilitated with furnished bachelor’s housing.
•Medical care is provided.
•Textbooks will be free of cost.
•You will be given subsidized meals in the university cafeteria.
•You will be participating in university-funded projects.
•You will be participating with the faculty for research purposes and book writing.
•You will be facilitated with the arrival and departure air travel also.
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Eligibility Criteria of King Fahd University Scholarships:
Applicants must pay a USD 39 registration fee.
Master’s Program
1. For a master’s program in science or engineering, you must possess four years of bachelor’s degree with particular majors in a relevant field.
PhD Program
1. You must possess an MS degree after four year’s bachelor’s degree in the proposed field (the degree must be equivalent to the degrees of KFUPM).
MBA Program
1. Four years bachelor’s degree.
2. Must possess one course at the college level that exhibits differentiation and integration of your personality.
3. Knowledge of computers by at least one course including data processing or programming or information systems etc.
4. One year of full-time working experience (If you have an excellent academic record or you are already a research assistant).
Required Documents for KFUPM Scholarships in Saudi Arabia:
1. Recommendation letter (if available).
2. Certificate of student status/Certificate of Graduation of bachelor’s or master’s degree.
3. Academic transcript of bachelor’s or master’s program (if required).
4. Proof of Language proficiency (English)/ Medium of Instruction (English).
5. CV (if required).
6. Motivation letter/statement of purpose (if any).
7. Additional Documents for Special Circumstances.
8. Copy of Valid Passport (Photo and Information Page).
9. Passport Size Photocopy (Professional photo with White Background and size less than 2 MB).
10. University Admission Offer Letter (If Already Issued).
Scholarship Deadline:
• Registration deadline for 2025 has passed.
• Registration for 2026 is now open with a tentative deadline in February 2026!
Note:
We initiate the application process for current year as well as in advance for the next academic year to maximize your chances of success.
