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.
š 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)
š 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 $25,000ā$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)
ā Eligibility Criteria
Minimum Entry Requirements:
- Educational Background:
- Bachelorās degree in a relevant subject for entry into the Masterās program.
- Masterās degree in a relevant subject for entry into the Ph.D. program. (Professional Masterās degrees are not considered equivalent to academic Masterās degrees.)
- Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age at the time of entry.
- 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.
- 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
š Application Process
Follow these steps to apply for the KAUST Fellowship:
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Find a Program:
- Explore KAUSTās interdisciplinary programs in science, engineering, and technology. Visit the programs page to find a program that matches your interests and career goals.
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Admissions Timeline:
- Check key dates and deadlines on the admissions timeline page.
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See Required Documentation:
- Review the required documents on the admission requirements page.
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Create an Account and Complete Your Application:
- Set up an application account to start your application. Upload the required documents as you acquire them.
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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.
š Application Deadline
The deadline to apply for the KAUST Fellowship Program is October 01, 2025.
š 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 worldās leading research institutions. Donāt miss outāapply 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)