The scholarship is available for all international and domestic students around the world. Students can study for master’s and PhD degrees with a university scholarship. It is a fully funded scholarship that can cover educational and living expenses for the students.

King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) Scholarships have been announced. The prestigious university has started its scholarship program to facilitate international students and researchers.

The King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) is globally recognized in Saudi Arabia. The main aim of the scholarship is to promote educational and research approaches for the international students.

Benefits of the Scholarship

The King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) scholarship offers the following financial benefits.

  • Full tuition fee cover.
  • Monthly stipend to cover living expenses.
  • Furnished air conditioned apartment.
  • Medical cover.
  • Free textbooks.
  • Subsidized meals in the University cafeteria.
  • Projects funded by the University.
  • Airfare ticket to Saudi, and then a return ticket after the completion of studies.

Also visit King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) Scholarships 2025.

Eligibility Criteria for the Scholarship

  • Required Languages: English (For MBA: Minimum score for TOEFL IBT is 70/120, and for IELTS is 6.0/9.0).
  • Eligible Countries: All world countries students ca n apply for the scholarship.
  • Degree requirement: A four-year bachelor’s degree is required and a two-year Master’s degree (for Ph.D. applicants) from a recognized institution.
  • Academic performance: Minimum GPA of 3.00 (for scholarship students) and 2.5 (non-scholarship students) out of 4.00.
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.00 for MBA Students.
  • Work experience: At least one year of full-time work experience for MBA students.

What is the Application Procedure for the Scholarship

To apply for the scholarship, the applicant has to fill the following steps.

  • Go to the official website of the King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) Scholarships.
  • Apply for the master’s program.
  • Locate the application portal for the online form.
  • Create your account via your PIN.
  • Complete all the details of the application required in the form.
  • Submit the application form before the deadline.
  • Once you have submitted the application form, upload the mandatory documents before its deadline.

Required Documents

  • Copy of identification (Passport for international applicants / National ID for Saudi nationals
  • Iqama for residents of Saudi Arabia only.
  • Complete official transcripts for BS degree (and MS degree if applying to PhD).
  • Statement-of-Purpose. It must be a one-page essay that focuses on career and research goals at KFUPM.
  • Recommendation Letters from your academic referees through the online recommendation system. It is required after submitting the online application.
  • Certificates for BS degree (and MS degree if applying to PhD) if degrees granted.
  • GMAT score (for international MBA applicants).

Some other documents are not mandatory but they be used as supporting documents for selection.

  • English proficiency test score

§  TOEFL score (min. is 68 iBT for MS and 79 iBT for PhD) or

§  IELTS score (min. is 6 for MS and 6.5 for PhD).

  • Acceptable GRE General score (min. Quant. is 156, min. Analytical Writing is 4.0).
  • Original, certified copies of the degree certificate and transcript must be mailed after approval.

Deadline

The deadline for each course and scholarship varies from each other. You can check the list here.

FAQs:

  1. Which is the host country for the scholarship?

Saudi Arabia

2.  What is the level of studies?

Students can apply for undergraduate, MS or doctoral programs in the scholarship program.

3.  What are the options to study here in King Fahad University?

Students can apply for:

  • Undergraduate
  • Regular MS programs
  • Regular PhD programs
  • Cohort masters program
  • Executive masters program
  • Bachelors in science
  • Is there any English requirement?

Only MBA students need English. There is no English requirement for the rest.

4. Where do I register for KFUPM admission?
 You can apply online through the official KFUPM registration portal.

5. What are the admission tracks at KFUPM?
 KFUPM offers three main tracks:

·         Regular Track (Qudrat + Tahsili + GPA)

·         SAT Track (for students with SAT ≥ 1350)

·         Early Admission (for final-year high school students)
Each has different requirements and deadlines.

6. What are the KFUPM application deadlines?

·         SAT Track: May 18 – 25, 2025

·         Regular Track: June 15 – July 2, 2025

·         Early Admission: January 19 – 30, 2025

7. What are the requirements for applying to KFUPM?

·         Valid national ID or passport

·         High school transcripts

·         Test scores (Qudrat, Tahsili, SAT, or STEP)

·         Recent photo

·         Personal statement and recommendation (for SAT track)

8. Is KFUPM admission open to international students?
 Yes, international students can apply through the SAT Track. If accepted, KFUPM helps with visa arrangements.

9. Does KFUPM offer scholarships?
 Yes, full scholarships are available for top SAT applicants and ISEF winners.

10. When will I get admission confirmation?
 You’ll go through five steps:

1.      Registration

2.      Initial admission

3.      Conditional offer

4.      Final admission

5.      Enrollment

Official Website

To get more information about the scholarship, visit the official website of the scholarship.

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Updated by Z on July 10, 2025.