APPLY: 2024 King Abdullah University Scholarships Program [Fully-Funded]

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) Saudi Arabia invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to apply for the 2024 King Abdullah University Scholarships Program for International Students to study in Saudi Arabia.

KAUST is an international graduate-level science and technology research university located in Thuwal, on the shores of the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia. Home to world-class faculty, scientists, engineers, and students from around the globe, the campus’s 10 research centers focus on finding solutions to problems in areas related to water, food, energy, and the environment.

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) attracts students from Saudi Arabia and around the world who want to create an impact beyond their achievements. Irrespective of their national origins, the people of KAUST are “people of the world” who uphold our values of achievement, passion, inspiration, citizenship, diversity, integrity, and openness.

Students have the opportunity to access state-of-the-art labs and our eminent faculty while obtaining a diverse graduate study experience.

King Abdullah University Scholarships Summary

• Host Country: Saudi Arabia 
• Category: Masters | PhD Scholarships 
• Eligible Countries: All Countries
• Reward: Full Scholarship | Stipends | Accommodation | Health Insurance 
• Deadline: Not Specified

Scholarship Details:

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology’s graduate application process makes it simple to apply for admission to our Ph.D. and master’s programs.

The King Abdullah University Scholarships Program is competitive and is intended for Masters and Ph.D. Students and awarded on a merit basis. Students who pursue their graduate studies at KAUST gain access to the many state-of-the-art research facilities and laboratories within our campus community.

Designed for use by graduate students from the master’s level through doctoral, as well as post-graduate work and professional research, these facilities present a space for inclusive and collaborative scientific inquiry.

Scholarship Duration and Reward

• Duration and Reward
• Every admitted student earns the KAUST Fellowship, which grants them:
• Full Free Tuition Support
• Monthly Living Allowance (From $20,000 to $30,000 annually, depending on qualifications and degree progress)
• On-Campus Housing
• Medical and dental coverage
• Relocation Support

Requirements:

To be considered for the King Abdullah University Of Science And Technology (KAUST) Fellowship:

• Master’s: Admission to the Master of Science (M.S.) program requires the satisfactory ¹completion of an undergraduate science degree in a relevant or related area, such as Engineering, Mathematics or the Physical, Chemical and Biological Sciences. 

Admission to the Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) program requires applicants to satisfy the following entry requirements:

1. A Bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering-related topic from a higher education institution recognized by KAUST 
2. English Language Requirements : All applicants are required to have a minimum of IELTS 6.5, or TOEFL 79 

• PhD: Admission to the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) program requires the satisfactory completion of an undergraduate or master’s degree in science in a relevant or related area, such as Engineering, Mathematics or the Physical, Chemical and Biological Sciences. 

Required Documents

To apply for the King Abdullah University Scholarships program, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;

• Official university transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Statement of purpose
• Three letters of recommendation
• Official TOEFL or IELTS Academic score
• Official GRE scores (GRE submission is encouraged and will enhance an application, but it is not compulsory).

Method of Application

Click on the button below to commence the application for the King Abdullah University Scholarships program.

• If your application passes Admissions review, it will be evaluated by the faculty review committee of each program.
• If selected, you will be invited for an academic interview with KAUST Faculty.

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