King Abdullah University Scholarship 2026 in Saudi Arabia (Fully Funded)
Applications are now open for the King Abdullah University Scholarship 2026 (KAUST Fellowship) for the Spring and Fall 2026 intake. International students from all over the world can apply for Master’s (MS/PhD Track), PhD, Postgraduate Diploma, and M.S. programs. There is no application fee, and all admitted students automatically receive the fully funded KAUST Fellowship, which covers tuition, living costs, housing, medical insurance, and airfare.
Details About King Abdullah University Scholarship:
- Host Country: Saudi Arabia
- University: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
- Degree Levels: MS/PhD Track, PhD, Postgraduate Diploma, M.S.
- Financial Coverage: Fully Funded (KAUST Fellowship)
- Intakes: Spring 2026 and Fall 2026
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KAUST Fellowship Benefits
The scholarship provides:
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Monthly living allowance
- On-campus housing
- Medical and dental insurance
- Relocation support and airfare tickets
Eligible Fields of Study
Bioscience, Bioengineering, Environmental Science, Marine Science, Plant Science, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Statistics, Applied Physics, Chemical Engineering, Chemical Science, Earth Science, Energy Resources and Petroleum Engineering, Material Science, and Mechanical Engineering.
Application Requirements
- Official transcripts
- CV/Resume
- Statement of Purpose (≈750 words)
- Three recommendation letters
- Valid TOEFL (79) or IELTS (6.5) score (waived if degree from USA, UK, Canada, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand)
- GRE (optional, not required)
- Check the Requirements for the Master’s
- Check the Requirements for a PhD
Eligibility Criteria of the King Abdullah University Scholarship
- Open to applicants from all nationalities
- Must meet KAUST admission requirements
- No separate application for the scholarship—all admitted students are fully funded
KAUST Admission Process
- Submit online application
- Admission office review
- Faculty committee evaluation
- Academic interview/test
- KAUST interview
- Final decision
Application Timeline
Spring 2026
- Applications Open: 15 August 2025
- Deadline: 1 October 2025
- Semester Starts: 25 January 2026
Fall 2026
- Round 1 Deadline: 1 October 2025
- Round 2 Deadline: 17 January 2026
- Semester Starts: 30 August 2026
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How to Apply for the King Abdullah University Scholarship?
Check the official admission requirements and apply online through the KAUST website.