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The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s ambitious Study in Saudi Arabia initiative opens the door for talented international students to pursue fully funded Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degrees at over 50 leading public and private universities. By consolidating applications onto a single government-run portal and covering tuition, living expenses, housing, travel, and more, these scholarships remove financial barriers and foster world-class academic and cultural exchange.

Designed to attract high-caliber candidates in fields ranging from engineering and computer science to Islamic studies and business, this program empowers you to focus entirely on your studies, research, and immersion in Saudi Arabia’s dynamic educational landscape.

Overview of the Scholarship

• Centralized application via the Study in Saudi Arabia portal (no separate university applications).
• Open to non-Saudi nationals of any citizenship—no application fees.
• Full-time, on-campus study at top-ranked Saudi universities.
• Disciplines span STEM, humanities, social sciences, medicine, and Islamic studies.

Scholarship Details

• Host Country & Platform: Saudi Arabia, through the Study in Saudi Arabia portal
• Degree Levels: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD (full-time)
• Application Deadlines:
  • Bachelor’s Programs: 14 June 2025
  • Master’s & PhD Programs: 31 October 2025

Financial Coverage:

• 100% tuition fee waiver for the entire program duration
• Generous monthly living stipend (housing, food, transport)
• On-campus accommodation or competitive housing allowance
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance
• Economy-class round-trip airfare at program start and completion
• One-time cash arrival grant to ease initial settlement
• Full access to university libraries, labs, research centers, sports and student services

Eligibility Criteria

• Nationality: Open to all non-Saudi citizens
• Academic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s: 12 years of schooling (high-school) with excellent grades
  • Master’s: Four-year Bachelor’s degree with competitive GPA
  • PhD: Master’s degree plus evidence of research potential
• Language Proficiency:
  • English (TOEFL, IELTS) or Arabic, as required by the chosen program
• Required Documents:
  • Academic transcripts and degree certificates
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of purpose or research proposal
  • Two or more letters of recommendation
  • Language test scores (if applicable)

How to Apply

1. Visit the Study in Saudi Arabia portal at https://studyinsaudi.sa
2. Register, verify your email, and complete your candidate profile.
3. Review program-specific requirements and upload all supporting documents.
4. Select your preferred universities and degree programs.
5. Submit one consolidated application before the relevant deadline.
6. Monitor your dashboard for shortlist notifications, interviews, and final offers.

Participating Universities

A sample of leading institutions in this program:

• Islamic University
• Umm Al-Qura University
• Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal University
• Imam Muhammad ibn Saud Islamic University
• Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University
• Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University (women-only)
• University of Al Baha
• Al-Jouf University
• Northern Border University
• Taif University
• Qassim University
• Majmaah University
• King Khalid University
• King Saud University
• King Abdulaziz University
• King Faisal University
• University of Bisha
• University of Tabuk
• Jazan University
• Jeddah University
• University of Hail
• University of Hafar Al-Batin
• Shaqra University
• Taibah University
• Najran University

Available Fields of Study

Disciplines cover (but are not limited to):

• Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil)
• Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence
• Business Administration & Islamic Finance
• Medicine & Health Sciences
• Renewable Energy & Environmental Engineering
• Humanities, Social Sciences & Islamic Studies

Conclusion

Saudi Arabia’s fully funded university scholarships represent a rare chance to earn a world-class degree, free from financial burden. With comprehensive support for tuition, living costs, accommodation, insurance, and travel, you can dedicate yourself to academic excellence and cultural immersion.

Ready to begin? Visit the Study in Saudi Arabia portal today and start crafting your winning application.