The King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) is offering fully funded graduate scholarships to international students from around the world.
The KAUST Fellowship provides admitted students with full tuition support, accommodation, medical and dental coverage, relocation assistance, and an annual living allowance of up to $30,000.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Saudi Arabia
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Up to $30,000 Annual Stipend | Accommodation | Medical Insurance | Relocation Support
- Deadline: January 3, 2027
Scholarship Details
At KAUST, every admitted graduate student receives the KAUST Fellowship, also known as the King Abdullah University Scholarship.
The fellowship allows students to pursue renowned graduate programs tuition-free while conducting research in KAUST’s state-of-the-art research centers.
Students have the opportunity to work on major scientific and technological challenges, including environmental sustainability, water security, food supply, energy, and other areas of global importance.
KAUST hosts students, researchers, and faculty from more than 120 nationalities, creating a highly international research environment.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the KAUST Scholarship, applicants must meet the relevant admission requirements.
Master’s Degree
Applicants for the Master of Science (M.S.) program must have satisfactorily completed an undergraduate degree in a relevant field such as:
- Engineering
- Mathematics
- Physical Sciences
- Chemical Sciences
- Biological Sciences
- Other related science or engineering fields
Postgraduate Diploma
Applicants must have:
- A Bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering-related field from a higher education institution recognized by KAUST.
- Meet the university’s English language requirements.
PhD
Applicants for the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program must have satisfactorily completed either:
- An undergraduate degree in science or engineering; or
- A Master’s degree in a relevant science or engineering field.
Relevant fields include Engineering, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Chemical Sciences, and Biological Sciences.
English Language Requirement
Applicants are required to have a minimum score of:
- IELTS: 6.5, or
- TOEFL: 79
Scholarship Benefits
Every student admitted to an eligible graduate program receives the KAUST Fellowship, which provides:
- Full tuition fee support
- Annual living allowance of approximately $20,000–$30,000, depending on qualifications and degree progress
- On-campus accommodation
- Medical and dental coverage
- Relocation support
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
- Official university transcripts
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Statement of purpose
- Three letters of recommendation
- Official TOEFL or IELTS Academic score
- GRE score, where available
Note: GRE submission is encouraged and may strengthen an application, but it is not compulsory.
How to Apply
To apply for the KAUST Scholarship, interested and qualified applicants should:
- Visit the KAUST graduate admissions application page.
- Apply for admission to an eligible Master’s or PhD program.
- Complete the application form accurately.
- Upload all required supporting documents.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
- Wait for the admission decision.
Important: Students admitted to eligible MSc and PhD programs are automatically considered for the KAUST Fellowship; there is no separate scholarship application.
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