Applications are now open for the KAUST Scholarship 2027 in Saudi Arabia. International students can apply for fully funded graduate study at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), with opportunities available for Master’s, MS/PhD, PhD, and Postgraduate Diploma programs.JOIN OUR Coaching class for ALU ENGLISH TEST

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) is a leading research university in Saudi Arabia specializing in science, engineering, technology, and related disciplines. Successful applicants admitted to eligible graduate programs are automatically considered for the KAUST Fellowship, with no separate scholarship application required.

SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS

The KAUST Fellowship provides comprehensive financial support, including:

• Full tuition fee coverage
• Monthly living stipend
• On-campus accommodation
• Health insurance
• Return airfare
• Relocation assistance and other student benefits
• No application fee
  
  

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Applicants should generally meet the following requirements:

·       Hold a relevant Bachelor’s degree when applying for a Master’s program.

·       Hold a relevant Master’s degree when applying for a PhD program.

·       Have a strong academic record.

·       Meet KAUST’s English language proficiency requirements.

·       Submit all required academic and supporting documents.

·       Meet the specific admission requirements of the selected program.

KAUST indicates a minimum GPA requirement of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, although successful applicants are generally expected to have competitive academic records.

AVAILABLE PROGRAMS

KAUST offers graduate programs in a wide range of science, engineering, and technology fields, including:

·       Computer Science

·       Applied Mathematics

·       Applied Physics

·       Bioengineering

·       Bioscience

·       Chemical Engineering

·       Chemistry

·       Earth Science and Engineering

·       Electrical and Computer Engineering

·       Environmental Science and Engineering

·       Marine Science

·       Materials Science and Engineering

·       Mechanical Engineering

·       Plant Science

·       Statistics

·       Energy Resources and Petroleum Engineering

·       Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Available degree options include M.S., M.S./Ph.D. Track, Ph.D., and Postgraduate Diploma programs, depending on the selected field and intake.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Applicants should prepare the following documents:

·       Academic transcripts

·       CV/Resume

·       Statement of Purpose

·       Contact information for three referees

·       English language test score

·       Passport or national ID copy

Applicants should ensure that all documents are accurate, complete, and prepared according to KAUST’s application requirements.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

1.     Review the available KAUST graduate programs and select a suitable program.

2.     Prepare the required academic and supporting documents.

3.     Create an application through the official KAUST admissions portal.

4.     Complete the online application form and upload the required documents.

5.     Provide the contact information for three referees.

6.     Submit the application before the deadline for your selected intake.

7.     Eligible admitted students will automatically be considered for the KAUST Fellowship; there is no separate fellowship application.

Applicants should carefully check the requirements and deadline associated with their chosen program and intake.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For Spring 2027, PhD applications have a deadline of 27 September 2026, with decisions expected on 8 November 2026 and the semester beginning on 17 January 2027.

For Fall 2027, applications for Master’s, MS/PhD, and PhD programs have a deadline of 3 January 2027. Decisions are expected on 14 February 2027, while the Fall semester is scheduled to begin on 29 August 2027.

Applicants targeting Fall 2027 are encouraged to begin preparing their transcripts, CV, statement of purpose, English test results, and referee information well in advance.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

• Spring 2027 – PhD: 27 September 2026
• Fall 2027 – M.S., M.S./Ph.D. & Ph.D.: 3 January 2027
  
  
  
  
  
   

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