• Institution: King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM)
• Type: Nonprofit research university
• Location: Dhahran, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
• Establishment: 1963 by King Saud bin Abdulalziz as the College of Petroleum and Minerals
• Reputation: Ranked among the most prestigious academic institutions in Saudi Arabia
• Programs: Highly regarded science, engineering, business, and management programs in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf Cooperation Council
• Global Ranking:
  • Ranked 3rd globally by the American National Academy of Inventors among the top 100 worldwide universities for granting US Utility Patents in 2022
• Research Excellence:
  • Stanford University’s list of top 2 percent of the most-cited scientists includes 81 researchers who conducted research at KFUPM
• Research Collaborations:
  • Collaborates with world-renowned universities such as MIT, Georgia Tech, Caltech, and Stanford University
• Industry Partnerships:
  • Has partnerships and close ties with industry key players like Saudi Aramco, SABIC, electric and telecommunications companies, local financial institutions, and government entities

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants of all nationalities are eligible.
• A Bachelor’s degree is a prerequisite for Master’s degree programs.
• Completion of a Master’s degree is necessary for Doctoral programs.
• Both male and female candidates eligible
• No concurrent scholarships or criminal record
• No disciplinary action from educational institutions

Scholarship Benefits

1. Free accommodation
2. Medical coverage
3. Allowances for books
4. Subsidized campus meals
5. Access to sports and recreational facilities
6. Monthly stipend

Required Documents

1. 1. AHWAL Snapshot (Optional)
   2. GOSI Snapshot (Optional)
   3. Sponsor ID (Optional)
   4. Bachelor Transcript
   5. Identification Passport
   6. CV
   7. Statement of Purpose
   8. Color Photo
   9. Bachelor Degree Certificate
   10. Master Transcript (For Phd application)
   11. Master Degree Certificate (For Phd application)
   12. TOEFL / IELTS (Optional)
   13. GMAT / GRE (Optional)
   14. Employment Certificate (Optional)

Programs Offered

• Doctor of Philosophy in Aerospace Engineering
• Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering
• Master of Science in Applied Statistics
• Master of Science in Architectural Engineering
• Master of Science in Architecture (Thesis Option)
• Executive Master of Business Administration
• Master of Science in Business Studies – Accounting
• Master of Science in Business Studies – Finance
• Master of Science in Business Studies – Management
• Master of Science in Business Studies – Management Information System
• Master of Science in Business Studies – Marketing
• Master of Science in Business Studies – Operations Management
• Master of Science in Chemical Engineering
• Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering
• Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry
• Master of Science in Chemistry
• Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering
• Master of Science in Civil Engineering – Geotechnical Engineering
• Master of Science in Civil Engineering – Structures and Civil Engineering Materials
• Master of Science in Civil Engineering – Transportation Engineering
• Master of Science in Civil Engineering – Water Resources and Environmental Engineering
• Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Engineering
• Master of Science in Computer Engineering
• Master of Science in Computer Science
• Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science
• Master of Science in Construction Engineering and Management
• Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical Engineering
• Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
• Master of Science in Environmental Sciences
• Master in Geology
• Doctor of Philosophy in Geology
• Master of Science in Geology (Thesis Option)
• Master in Geophysics
• Doctor of Philosophy in Geophysics
• Master of Science in Geophysics (Thesis Option)
• Master of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering
• Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial and Systems Engineering
• Master of Science in Life Sciences
• Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering
• Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics
• Master of Science in Mathematics
• Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering
• Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• Master of Science in Petroleum Engineering
• Doctor of Philosophy in Petroleum Engineering
• Doctor of Philosophy in Physics
• Master of Science in Physics
• Master of Science in Security and Information Assurance
• Doctor of Philosophy in Systems and Control Engineering
• Master of Science in Systems and Control Engineering (Thesis option)
• Master of Science in Telecommunication Engineering

Application Process

Step by step guide on how to apply for King Fahd University Saudia Arabia Scholarships is given below.

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