The King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia is offering fully funded graduate scholarships to international students seeking to pursue Master’s and PhD programmes.
The KAUST Fellowship, awarded to admitted graduate students, covers tuition fees, accommodation, medical and dental care, relocation support and a living allowance.
The scholarship is open to applicants from all countries and is available for graduate programmes in science, engineering, mathematics and related disciplines.
Scholarship Details
– Host country: Saudi Arabia
– University: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
– Study level: Master’s and PhD
– Eligible countries: All countries
– Funding: Fully funded
– Living allowance: Up to $30,000 per year, depending on qualifications and degree progress
– Accommodation: Provided
– Medical and dental coverage: Included
– Relocation support: Included
– Deadline: January 3, 2027
Who Can Apply?
For Master’s programmes, applicants must have completed an undergraduate degree in a relevant field such as engineering, mathematics or the physical, chemical and biological sciences.
Applicants for the Postgraduate Diploma programme must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering-related field from a higher education institution recognised by KAUST.
For PhD programmes, applicants must have completed an undergraduate or Master’s degree in a relevant science or engineering-related field.
Applicants must also demonstrate English-language proficiency with a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 or a TOEFL score of 79.
What Does the Scholarship Cover?
Successful applicants receive the KAUST Fellowship, which provides:
– Full tuition fee coverage
– Annual living allowance of approximately $20,000 to $30,000
– On-campus accommodation
– Medical and dental coverage
– Relocation support
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
– Official university transcripts
– Curriculum vitae (CV)
– Statement of purpose
– Three letters of recommendation
– Official IELTS or TOEFL Academic score
– GRE score, where available. GRE submission is encouraged but not compulsory.
How to Apply
Interested applicants must first apply for admission to an eligible Master’s or PhD programme at KAUST.
Applicants should complete the online application, provide accurate information and upload all required documents before the deadline.
Students admitted to eligible graduate programmes are automatically considered for the KAUST Fellowship.
Deadline
The application deadline is January 3, 2027.
Important Note for Nigerian Applicants
The KAUST Fellowship is open to applicants from Nigeria and other countries. However, applicants should note that English-language proficiency is part of the admission requirements, with a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 or TOEFL score of 79 stated in the scholarship information.
Interested candidates should confirm the latest admission requirements and application details on the official KAUST website before applying.
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