The King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM) offers fully funded graduate scholarships for international students pursuing Master’s and PhD degrees. It is for graduate applicants who demonstrate exceptional qualifications and performance with a high GPA
Scholarship summary
| Funding Type | Fully Funded |
| Host Country | Saudia Arabia |
| Type | Masters & PhD |
| Eligible Countries | All Countries |
| Coverage | Monthly Bursary, accommodation, healthcare, and a Two-way Airfare Ticket (annually) |
Application deadline | July 31, 2025 |
Courses covered
All graduate programs offered at KFUPM can be found here.
Coverage
King Fahd University Scholarship provides the recipient with the following benefits:
- Full tuition fee cover.
- Monthly stipend to cover living expenses.
- Furnished air-conditioned apartment.
- Medical cover.
- Free textbooks.
- Subsidized meals at the University cafeteria.
- Projects funded by the University.
- An airfare ticket to Saudi Arabia and a return ticket after the completion of studies.
Eligibility Criteria for King Fahd University Scholarship
To qualify for the KFUPM Scholarship, the candidate must fulfill all of the following requirements:
General criteria
- English (For MBA: Minimum score for TOEFL IBT is 70/120, and for IELTS is 6.0/9.0).
- Eligible Countries: All countries.
For Master’s Application:
- A four-year Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or science from a recognized institution with a major in the proposed field or evidence of a suitable background.
- A Grade-Point Average (GPA) of 3.00 or higher on a scale of 4.00 or equivalent (for scholarship students) & 2.50 or higher on a scale of 4.00 or equivalent (for non-scholarship applicants).
For Ph.D. Application:
- A two-year Master’s degree (after a four-year B.S. degree) from an institution with graduate programs equivalent to those of KFUPM.
- Minimum GPA of 3.00 in both BSc & MSc
- At least one year of full-time work experience.
Documents Required
- CV
- TOEFL/IELTS
- Degree Certificates
- Complete Transcripts
- Statement of Purpose (a one-page essay focusing on career and research goals at KFUPM)
- Identification: International Passport, valid for at least one year
- Two Recommendation Letters (through the online recommendation system after submitting the online application)
- Color Photograph with White Background (Optional for female applicants)
- GRE ( programs in Engineering or Sciences)
- GMAT (graduate programs in Business)
How to Apply for KFUPM Scholarship?
Go to the school’s scholarship website using this link. Follow the prompts to apply