Embark on an exceptional academic journey at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM) in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia—one of the world's leading universities in engineering, science, and technology. The KFUPM Scholarship offers international and domestic students a fully funded pathway to Master's and PhD studies aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.↚
Ignite Your Future: KFUPM Master’s & PhD Scholarship 2026 – Fully Funded
Details
The scholarship supports thesis-based Master’s degree and doctoral research in areas such as petroleum engineering, computer science, applied mathematics, environmental sciences, AI, robotics, business analytics and moreDeadlines vary by track: July 15, 2025 for project- or taught‑Master’s, and July 31, 2025 for thesis‑based Master’s and all PhD programs
↚
Eligibility
Applicants from all nationalities are welcome.For Master’s admission, you must hold a recognized Bachelor’s degree; for PhD candidates either a Master’s or direct PhD track is acceptable. A minimum GPA of around 2.5/4.0 (or equivalent 3.0/4.0 based on source) is required [10]
English proficiency must meet IELTS ≥ 6.0, TOEFL ≥ 70 (iBT), or Duolingo ≥ 105, unless you’ve already studied in English or are a KFUPM alumnus
Benefits
Scholarship recipients enjoy full tuition waiver, a monthly stipend (approx. SAR 2,500 for Master’s and variable for PhD, often supplemented by Research Assistant roles)↚
How to Apply
Visit KFUPM’s official admissions portal to register and submit your application before the appropriate deadline. Upload all required documents including academic transcripts, degree certificates, SOP, CV, proof of English, photo, passport copy, and two recommendation letters.
