KAUST Fellowship Program for International Students

The KAUST Fellowship Program is now accepting applications from international students interested in pursuing postgraduate studies. This prestigious program offers a fully-funded opportunity at the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia.

📖 About the KAUST Fellowship Program

The KAUST Fellowship provides students with a comprehensive funding package, enabling them to focus entirely on their studies and research. This includes:

• Generous stipend
• Tuition support
• Health insurance
• Access to world-class facilities

Opportunity Details:

• Date Published: August 28, 2025
• Application Deadline: October 01, 2025
• Category: Postgraduate (Masters, PhD, Fellowship, Fully Funded)
• Location: Saudi Arabia
• Institution: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)

🎁 Benefits of the KAUST Fellowship Program

Students selected for the KAUST Fellowship will receive the following benefits:

• Full tuition and bench fee coverage (worth up to USD $35,000 per year)
• Monthly stipend:
  • USD $20,000 per year for M.S. students
  • USD $25,000–$30,000 per year for Ph.D. students (depending on qualifications and academic progress)
• On-campus housing (worth USD $7,000 per year, including utilities such as electricity and Wi-Fi)
• Health insurance (worth USD $1,450 per year)
• Relocation support (visa, relocation, and travel costs)

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Minimum Entry Requirements:

1. Educational Background:
   • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject for entry into the Master’s program.
   • Master’s degree in a relevant subject for entry into the Ph.D. program. (Professional Master’s degrees are not considered equivalent to academic Master’s degrees.)
2. Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age at the time of entry.
3. GPA:
   • A competitive GPA is required.
   • Typically, 90% of admitted applicants have a GPA above 3.3, and 75% have a GPA above 3.5 on a 4-point scale.
   • The minimum permitted GPA is 3.0.
4. English Proficiency: Evidence of proficiency in the English language is required.

Required Documents:

• Official university transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Statement of purpose
• Contact details of three referees
• Official English language test score
• Passport copy (photo page) or national ID card

📝 Application Process

Follow these steps to apply for the KAUST Fellowship:

1. Find a Program:

   • Explore KAUST’s interdisciplinary programs in science, engineering, and technology. Visit the programs page to find a program that matches your interests and career goals.

2. Admissions Timeline:

   • Check key dates and deadlines on the admissions timeline page.

3. See Required Documentation:

   • Review the required documents on the admission requirements page.

4. Create an Account and Complete Your Application:

   • Set up an application account to start your application. Upload the required documents as you acquire them.

5. Submit Your Application:

   • Once all supporting documents are uploaded, log into your account and submit your application. For more details on the evaluation process, visit the admissions process page.

📅 Application Deadline

The deadline to apply for the KAUST Fellowship Program is October 01, 2025.

🌐 Application Portal

For more details about the KAUST Fellowship Program, visit the official KAUST Fellowship page.
To apply, visit the application portal.

This is a life-changing opportunity to pursue your postgraduate studies at one of the world’s leading research institutions. Don’t miss out—apply now!

• Full tuition and bench fee coverage (worth up to USD $35,000 per year)
• A monthly stipend (worth USD $20,000 per year for M.S. students, and USD $25,000 to $30,000 for Ph.D. students depending on qualifications and academic progress)
• On-campus housing (worth USD $7,000 per year and covering utilities such as electricity and wifi)
• Health insurance (worth USD $1,450 per year)
• Relocation support (visa, relocation and travel costs)