Fully Funded King Fahd University Scholarships 2023-24 in Saudi Arabia for International Students

 

Fully Funded King Fahd University Scholarships 2023-24 in Saudi Arabia

The King Fahd University Scholarships 2023-24 in Saudi Arabia are now accepting applications from international students worldwide. The Deanship of King Fahd University welcomes students from all corners of the globe to apply for this fully funded scholarship opportunity. Both local and international students can benefit from this scholarship to pursue a Master's or Ph.D. degree at King Fahd University in Saudi Arabia. If you aspire to study in Saudi Arabia without any financial burden, we encourage you to apply for this scholarship. The scholarship is open for the Spring 2024 intake and covers various academic programs, including M.B.A., Sciences, Engineering, Business Administration, and Computer Engineering & Sciences Fields.

 

King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM or UPM) is a renowned public university located in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. Its science, engineering, and business/management programs are highly regarded not only within Saudi Arabia but also in the wider region. In fact, the university has been ranked fourth among the top 100 universities worldwide in terms of US Utility Patents granted. This ranking was published by the American National Academy of Inventors (NAI).

 

Here are the details of the King Fahd University Scholarships 2023-24:

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University:   King Fahd University

- Degree level:   Masters, PhD, Doctorate

- Scholarship coverage:  Fully Funded

- Eligible nationality:  All Nationalities

- Award country:  Saudi Arabia

- Last Date to apply:   July 22, 2023

 

 

The financial advantages of King Fahd University Scholarships are as follows:

 

• ü  Full coverage of tuition fees.
• ü  A monthly stipend to support living expenses.
• ü  Furnished air-conditioned housing for bachelor students, provided free of charge.
• ü  Access to essential medical care.
• ü  Free textbooks for academic studies.
• ü  Subsidized meals available at the university cafeteria.
• ü  Opportunity to participate in research and book writing projects funded by the university, alongside faculty members.
• ü  A prepaid airfare ticket for initial travel to Dammam at the beginning of the scholarship, and a return ticket upon completion of the degree (for Research Assistants and Lecturers-B).
• ü  Additional benefits in accordance with university policies.

 

 

The available academic fields and majors for the scholarships include:

M.B.A, all sciences, engineering, business administration, and computer engineering and sciences for both Master's and Ph.D. programs. The complete list is provided below:

 

• F ​Accountancy ​(M.ACC)
• F Aerospace Engineering (M.Sc)
• F Applied Statistics (M.Sc)
• F Architectural Engineering (M.Sc)
• F Business Administration (M.B.A)
• F Chemical Engineering (PhD, M.Sc)
• F Chemistry (PhD, M.Sc)
• F City & Regional Planning (M.C.R.P)
• F Civil & Environmental Engineering (PhD, M.Sc)
• F Computer Engineering (PhD, M.Sc)
• F Computer Networks (M.Sc)
• F Computer Science (PhD, M.Sc)
• F Construction Engineering & Management (M.Sc)
• F Electrical Engineering (PhD, M.Sc)
• F Environmental Sciences (M.Sc)
• F Geology (PhD, M.Sc)
• F Geophysics (M.Sc)
• F Industrial & Systems Engineering (PhD, M.Sc)
• F ​Information Assurance & Security (​M.Sc)
• F Life Sciences (M.Sc)
• F Materials Science & Engineering (M.Sc)
• F Mathematical Sciences (PhD, M.Sc)
• F Mechanical Engineering (PhD, M.Sc)
• F Medical Physics (M. Med. Phys)
• F Petroleum Engineering (PhD, M.Sc)
• F Physics (PhD, M.Sc)
• F Software Engineering (M.Sc)
• F Systems & Control Engineering (PhD, M.Sc)
• F Telecommunication Engineering (M.Sc)

 

Eligibility Requirements for Master's, PhD, and MBA Programs:

When applying for scholarships at King Fahd University in Saudi Arabia, applicants must meet the following criteria:

 

For Master's Programs:

 

• F A four-year bachelor's degree
• F A grade-point average (GPA) of 3.00 or higher on a scale of 4.00 or equivalent, with a GPA of 3.00 in the major field of study.

 

For PhD Programs:

• F An M.S. degree (after a four-year B.S. degree)
• F  A minimum GPA of 3.00 on a scale of 4.00 or equivalent in both B.S. and M.S. degrees.

For MBA Programs:

 

• F A four-year bachelor's degree from a recognized institution.
• F A grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.00 on a scale of 4.00 or equivalent.
• F Successful completion of a college-level calculus course covering both differentiation and integration.
• F Proficiency in computer skills demonstrated by completion of at least one course in that area (e.g., data processing, programming, information systems, etc.).
• F At least one year of full-time work experience. This requirement may be waived for graduate assistants, research assistants, and applicants with outstanding academic records.

 

Required Documents:

Ensure that you have scanned copies of the following mandatory documents in PDF format to apply online for King Fahd University Scholarships 2023-24 in Saudi Arabia. Each file should not exceed 2 MB in size.

 

Mandatory Documents:

 

• F Copy of identification (National ID for Saudi nationals/passport for applicants from outside Saudi Arabia/Iqama for residents of KSA).
• F Official transcripts (For Ph.D. applicants: MS and BS transcripts / For Master's applicants: BS transcript). The transcript should include the names and grades of all completed courses and must be an official transcript.
• F Three (3) recommendation letters from academic referees, submitted through the online recommendation system after submitting the online application.
• F Statement of Purpose: A one-page essay focusing on your career and research goals at FUPM.
• F Passport-sized photo with a white background (optional for females).
• F Curriculum Vitae (CV) providing a brief overview of your education and work experience.
• F GMAT scores (for international MBA applicants).

 

Note: Applications without the above mandatory documents will not be processed.

 

Non-Mandatory Documents:

 

• Non-mandatory documents are not required for the online application but are necessary for final admission:
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• ü  TOEFL (minimum 68 for MS and 79 for PhD) or IELTS (minimum 6.0 for MS and 6.5 for PhD) scores, if available.
• ü  GRE (General) score sheet (required for Engineering & Science programs), if available.
• ü  Degree certificates (if a degree has been awarded).

 

Note: Non-mandatory documents are required for final selection.

 

 

Application Deadline:

For the Spring Semester 2024, the deadline to apply for the Deanship of Graduate Studies at King Fahd University is July 22, 2023. Online recommendations must be submitted before July 29, 2023.

 

How to Apply for King Fahd University Scholarships:

To apply for King Fahd University Scholarships 2023-24 in Saudi Arabia, complete the online application form and upload all the mentioned documents. The online application link and official advertisement link are provided below:

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