Distinguished graduate applicants who demonstrate exceptional qualifications and performance with a high GPA can be admitted as Full-time MS or Ph.D. students with a full scholarship. King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) offer scholarships for all PhD programs and PhD – Direct Entry Programs.

King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) Postgraduate Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) Postgraduate Scholarship

Accordingly, they receive the following benefits:

• Stipend according to category.
• Free-furnished air-conditioned on-campus housing, with utilities and maintenance.
• Air tickets are only for International students.
• Medical/ dental care.
• Subsidized meals.

Other benefits:

• Opportunity to become RA-PhD.
• Free study, No tuition fee.
• Funding for participating in conferences under certain conditions.
• Opportunity to work on research projects and get financial benefits.
• Main library and department resources center.
• Safe & secure environment.
• Recreational facilities (including a private beach).
• Free textbooks.

Important Note: The duration of the direct PhD program is five (05) years. Full scholarship will be provided for the first four (04) years of the direct PhD program.

King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) Postgraduate Scholarship Courses

• Business
• Engineering
• Science
• Sciences

Requirements for King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) Postgraduate Scholarship Qualification

• Distinguished local and international graduate applicants who demonstrate high potential for conducting original research in the fields of Engineering, Sciences, and Business.

Application Deadline

April 26, 2026

How to Apply

For more information, kindly visit King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) scholarship webpage.