King Abdulaziz University (KAU) Scholarships are announced for the international and national students. The students can study any subject of choice from the master’s or PhD degree program. KAUST Scholarships is a fully funded scholarship. It can cover the educational, personal and accommodation expenses of the students.

The aim of this scholarship is to promote the arrival of international students to study and explore the country.

Benefits of the King Abdulaziz University (KAU) Scholarships:

King Abdulaziz University is known for its cutting-edge education, world rankings and strategic location. It offers many benefits to the students.

Financial benefits:

  • A reward for arriving with a preparation allowance.
  • Regular students will receive annual tickets, and new students will receive reimbursement for their travel expenses.
  • Follow up to monitor the financial processes for student awards until they become consistent.
  • Supplying students with immediate financial aid and support.
  • Hiring a few scholarship recipients.
  • Two semesters in a row with an excellence bonus.
  • Three-month bonus and graduation allowance

Medical benefits:

  • The scholarship is meant to fulfil the medical facilities of the student.

Accommodation facilities:

  • Scholarship provides appropriate housing for scholarship students and
  • It also ensures following up on his housing situation during his studies.
  • The scholarship makes sure to help him solve any difficulties he may face in his residence.
  • It is also meant to provide reduced feed.

Passport:

  • Issues a new residence permit,
  • It can also renew the residency permit, and issuing a replacement for a lost one in the event of loss.
  • If there is damaged in the card; a replacement for a damaged one is also placed.
  • Scholarship also provides an exit and return visa, issuing a final exit visa, and canceling the visa.
  • Updating passport information after renewing it.
  • Students’ families will come if they wish.

Other benefits:

  • The scholarship provides participation in many events in the university.
  • It encourages academic activities, cultural events and sports events.

Programs offered at the university:

There are many program that are available for the bachelor’s and postgraduate degrees in King Abdulaziz University scholarship. The field of study includes:

  • Sciences,
  • Engineering,
  • Humanities, Arts,
  • Information Technology,
  • Business Administrations,
  • Computer Engineering & Sciences Fields For both Masters & Ph.D.

You can access the list of all programs in here.

Duration of scholarship:

The scholarship is available for the duration of the degrees involves.

  • Undergraduate studies take about 4 Years
  • Master’s degree takes 2 Years
  • Ph.D. students will cover 3 Years

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What is the eligibility criteria for the scholarship?

  • Eligible countries: all the countries from around the world can apply for the scholarship.
  • Entry requirements: the students must fulfil the entry requirements for the bachelors, master and post graduate studies.
  • Academics; the students must have completed required qualification  for your degree chosen.
  • Academic record: the applicants must carry an excellent academic record during previous studies.
  • Age requirements: For undergraduates, the age ranges from 17 to 25 years. For master’s and PhD program, the maximum age is 30 and 35 respectively.

Application procedure for KAU scholarship:

  • Go to the official website and choose you discipline/program.
  • Apply for the masters or PhD program in your chosen subject.
  • Create your account on the application portal.
  • Now, fill the application form.
  • Upload all the mandatory documents for the scholarships.
  • Submit the application before the deadline.

Required documentation:

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of purpose must be in English for all programs except in Islamic Studies and Arabic Language
  • Copy of graduation certificate (certified from Saudi Embassy)
  • Copy of transcript (certified from Saudi Embassy)
  • Recommendation letters should be submitted from two of his former professors
  • A copy of a valid passport at least one year.
  • Photographs
  • Language Proficiency Certificate

Deadline:

Different deadlines for different programs.

FAQs:

  1. Is there any application fees for the scholarship?

There is no application fees for the KAU scholarship.

  • Which is the host country for the scholarship?

Saudi Arabia

  • Is there any language requirement?

Yes, English language is required for the scholarship.

  •  Is there separate application form?

No, there isn’t.

  • What degrees are available?

Bachelors, Masters and Phd programs are available.

Official website:

You can visit the official website of King Abdulaziz University (KAU) Scholarships for more details and latest information about the scholarship.