Country Saudi Arabia
Level undergraduate, masters, phd, short-course
Organization King Abdulaziz University
Field Arabic Language, Arts and Humanities, Economics and Administration, Law, Science, Biology Science, Statistics, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Astronomy Science, Communication and Media, Environmental Designs, Urban and Regional Planning, Architecture, Marine Sciences, Marine Biology, Marine Physics, Marine Chemistry, Marine Geology, Meteorology, Environment and Arid Land Agriculture, Arid Land Agriculture, Environmental Sciences, Hydrology, Engineering, Civil Engineering, Thermal Engineering and Desalination Technology Engineering, Mining Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Medical Engineering, Chemical and Materials Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Production Engineering and Mechanical Systems Design, Industrial Engineering, Earth Sciences, Computing and Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, College of Art and Design, Maritime Studies, Business, Islamic Law and Studies, Sociology, Psychology
Funding fully funded Overview
King Abdulaziz University (KAU) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, offers fully funded scholarships for international students for the academic year 2026-2027. These scholarships are available for Arabic Language Courses, Undergraduate, Master's, and Ph.D. degree programs across a wide range of fields. KAU is a public research university with a global ranking of 134, aiming to attract talented students from around the world to enhance its academic and cultural environment.
Coverage
This is a fully-funded scholarship program covering all expenses during your studies. Benefits include:
* Receiving new students at the airport.
* A two-month stipend upon arrival as a preparation allowance.
* A monthly stipend throughout the study period.
* A distinction allowance for students with outstanding academic performance.
* A three-month stipend as a graduation allowance for shipping books.
* Annual tickets for regular students, with compensation for newcomers.
* Follow-up and assistance with award-related financial support.
* Emergency subsidies and financial aid for students in need.
* Potential employment offers for some scholarship students.
* Assistance for students to bring their families, if desired.
* Provision of suitable accommodation for scholarship students.
* Access to low-cost food options.
* Comprehensive healthcare for students and their families.
Eligibility
This scholarship is open to international students from all over the world, including both male and female applicants. Ethiopian students are eligible to apply.
General requirements for all applicants:
* Must be of good conduct.
* Must fully commit to KAU regulations and by-laws.
* Must be medically fit.
* Must not have been dismissed from any university for any reason.
* Must not have been awarded a scholarship from a Saudi University previously.
Specific requirements by academic level:
* **For Undergraduate Students:**
* Must have obtained a secondary school graduation certificate or equivalent from within KSA or abroad.
* The secondary school graduation certificate must not be older than 3 years.
* Must be between 17 and 25 years old.
* Must commit to full-time study (for regular students attending in the morning duty).
* Female students must be accompanied by a relative (within prohibited degrees) who is a regular resident.
* **For Master's Students:**
* Must not be older than 30 years.
* Must obtain excellent records in their previous education.
* Must achieve one of the following English language test scores: TOEFL PBT 500, TOEFL CBT 173, or IELTS 5.
* **For Ph.D. Students:**
* Must not be older than 35 years.
* Must obtain excellent records in their previous education.
* Must achieve one of the following English language test scores: TOEFL PBT 500, TOEFL CBT 173, or IELTS 5.
* **For applicants to Arabic Language and Literature, Islamic Law and Studies, Sociology, Psychology, and Information Science programs:** Must be professional in the Arabic language.
Requirements
The following documents are generally required for the application:
* Two Recommendation Letters from previous faculty members of your home university.
* Highest degree diploma verified with official stamps (High School for Undergraduate, Bachelor’s for Master’s, Master’s for Ph.D.).
* Highest degree Transcript verified with official stamps (High School for Undergraduate, Bachelor’s for Master’s, Master’s for Ph.D.).
* A research or study plan (not required for Islamic Studies and Arabic Language programs).
* Published academic papers and academic achievements (optional).
* Passport Scan (if available at the time of application).
* Digital ID photo with a white background.
* Curriculum Vitae (CV).
How to apply
Students must apply directly to King Abdulaziz University. The admission portal is open for accepting international applications, and there are no application fees. You will need to fill out the application form following the university's procedure. For undergraduate applications, a specific portal might be available at https://outadmission.kau.edu.sa/.
Notes
The official language of instruction at King Abdulaziz University is English for most degrees. The scholarship screening process takes place two times a year.
