KING FAHD UNIVERSITY OF PETROLEUM AND MINERALS (KFUPM)
King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) Scholarships
full · masters, phd
- Fully fundedTuition, stipend, housing & more
- ~SAR 1,000+/month (est.)Monthly living stipend
- Free housingFurnished A/C bachelor housing
- ~29 fieldsMaster's & PhD programs
- GPA 3.00Minimum GPA on 4.00 scale
- Master's, PhD & postdocDegree levels
At a glance
full
Funding
€20k
Max amount
Oct 15, 2026
Deadline
Open to international students from all nationalities
Country
King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM)
Provider
The King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) Scholarships are fully funded awards offered by the Deanship of Graduate Studies at KFUPM in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, for international and local students pursuing Master's, PhD and postdoctorate programs. KFUPM is a public university focused on science, engineering and business, and was ranked the fourth university worldwide for US utility patents granted among the top 100 universities by the US National Academy of Inventors. Programs span roughly 29 fields, including chemical engineering, computer science, petroleum engineering, mathematics, physics and an MBA. The scholarship covers full tuition, a monthly stipend for living expenses, free furnished air-conditioned bachelor housing, medical care, free textbooks, subsidised cafeteria meals and a prepaid round-trip airfare for research and lecturer positions. Master's applicants need a four-year Bachelor's with a GPA of at least 3.00 on a 4.00 scale; PhD applicants need an M.S. after a four-year B.S. with a GPA of at least 3.00 in both. The Spring intake is a common entry point. Because exact stipend figures, benefits and deadlines are set each cycle, confirm the current details on the official KFUPM graduate admissions page before applying.
What's covered
- Tuition fees — Complete coverage of tuition fees for the Master's, PhD or postdoctorate program at KFUPM.
- Monthly stipend — A monthly stipend to support living expenses, typically worth roughly ~SAR 1,000 to SAR 2,000 (est.) per month depending on level and assistantship status (about ~EUR 250 to EUR 500 (est.)).
- Free housing — Furnished, air-conditioned bachelor housing provided on campus at no cost for the duration of study.
- Medical care and textbooks — Access to essential medical care plus provision of free textbooks for coursework.
- Meals and airfare — Subsidised meals at the university cafeteria, and a prepaid airfare ticket to Dammam at the start and a return ticket on completion for research assistant and Lecturer-B positions.
How to apply
Applications are made online through the KFUPM graduate admissions portal for the chosen program and intake.
- Visit the official portal — Visit the official KFUPM website or the graduate admissions online application link for the relevant intake.
- Complete the application form — Fill out the online application form with accurate and complete information and select your program.
- Complete all required sections — Ensure that all required sections of the application form are carefully completed.
- Upload supporting documents — Upload all necessary documents, including transcripts, degree certificates, test scores and references as listed in the requirements.
- Review and submit — Review your application thoroughly to verify all information and documents are correct, then submit before the published deadline.
Eligibility
Master's entryA four-year Bachelor's degree with a GPA of at least 3.00 on a 4.00 scale, including 3.00 in the major field of study.
PhD entryAn M.S. degree following a four-year B.S. degree, with a minimum GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale in both the B.S. and M.S.
MBA entryA four-year Bachelor's degree with a GPA of at least 3.00, a college calculus course covering differentiation and integration, and a computing course.
NationalityOpen to international students from all nationalities.
LanguageEnglish proficiency is required, as programs are taught in English.
For the MBA, a minimum of one year of full-time work experience is normally required, though this may be waived for applicants with exceptional academic records or those serving as graduate or research assistants. Specific benefits and conditions are determined by university policy.
Eligible countries
Open to international students from all nationalities
Deadlines
Spring 2027 intake~15 October 2026 (est.)
Fall 2026 intake~April 2026 (est.)
Selection
Selection is based on academic merit against the program's GPA and degree requirements, the strength of transcripts, references and English proficiency, and the fit between the applicant's background and the chosen Master's, PhD or MBA program. The Deanship of Graduate Studies reviews applications and determines funded admission and assistantship status under university policy.
Verified sources
- King Fahd University of Petroleum and Mineralskfupm.edu.saofficial
- KFUPM Graduate Admissionskfupm.edu.saofficial
About the provider
King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) is a public research university in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, recognised for its science, engineering and business/management programs. It has been ranked among the top universities worldwide for US utility patents granted, reflecting a strong focus on innovation and research, and its Deanship of Graduate Studies administers funded scholarships for international graduate students.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who offers the KFUPM Scholarships?
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They are offered by the Deanship of Graduate Studies at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.
What degree levels are funded?
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Master's, PhD and postdoctorate programs across science, engineering and business fields are funded.
What does the scholarship cover?
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Full tuition, a monthly living stipend, free furnished air-conditioned housing, medical care, free textbooks, subsidised meals and airfare for research/lecturer positions.
Is housing really free?
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Yes. Furnished, air-conditioned bachelor housing is provided on campus at no cost for the duration of study.
Who can apply?
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International students of all nationalities who meet the GPA and degree requirements for their chosen Master's, PhD or MBA program.
What GPA do I need?
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Generally a GPA of at least 3.00 on a 4.00 scale, including 3.00 in the major for Master's, and 3.00 in both B.S. and M.S. for PhD.
What are the requirements for the MBA?
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A four-year Bachelor's with a GPA of at least 3.00, a college calculus course, a computing course and usually at least one year of work experience, which may be waived for strong applicants.
How many fields can I study?
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Around 29 Master's and PhD fields are offered, from chemical and petroleum engineering to computer science, mathematics and physics.
What language are programs taught in?
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Programs are taught in English, so English proficiency is required.
How do I apply?
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Apply online through the official KFUPM graduate admissions portal, completing the form and uploading the required documents before the deadline.
When is the deadline?
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Deadlines depend on the intake; the Spring intake has historically closed around October, so expect roughly 15 October 2026 (est.) for Spring 2027. Confirm the exact date officially.
Where do I confirm the official details?
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On the official KFUPM graduate admissions page, which publishes the binding eligibility, benefits, programs and deadlines each cycle.