Applications are now open for the King Saud University Scholarship 2026 in Saudi Arabia for international students from around the world. The scholarship is available for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degree programs in multiple academic disciplines.
King Saud University is one of the top universities in the region and is ranked among the leading universities globally. The university offers fully funded and partially funded scholarships supported by the Saudi Ministry of Education.
The scholarship provides outstanding educational opportunities along with financial support, accommodation, healthcare, and additional benefits for selected students.
Scholarship Details
- Host Country: Saudi Arabia
- University: King Saud University
- Location: Riyadh
- Degree Levels: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD
- Funding Type: Fully Funded & Partially Funded
- Eligible Applicants: International Students
- Application Deadline: May 21, 2026
Scholarship Benefits
Fully Funded Scholarship
Selected students will receive:
- Full tuition fee waiver
- Monthly stipend
- Free accommodation
- Healthcare coverage
- Travel tickets
- Arrival allowance equivalent to two months’ salary
- Academic excellence rewards for outstanding students
Partially Funded Scholarship
Benefits include:
- Partial tuition fee reduction
- Access to university facilities and academic services
- Opportunity to study in Saudi Arabia at a lower cost
- Academic and professional development opportunities
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be international students from any country
- Meet the academic requirements for the selected degree level
- Hold a qualifying previous degree certificate
- Demonstrate English proficiency for programs taught in English
- Apply before the official deadline
- Submit the application through the “Study in Saudi Arabia” platform
Some programs may require interviews or SAT examinations.
Required Documents
Applicants may need:
- Passport
- Academic certificates
- Academic transcripts
- English proficiency certificate (if required)
- SAT scores for some programs
Available Fields of Study
The scholarship includes various disciplines such as:
- Accounting
- Economics
- Marketing
- Finance
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Urban Planning
- Geology
- Food Science
- Zoology
- Business Administration
- Information Systems
- And many more
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their applications through the official “Study in Saudi Arabia” platform after preparing all required documents.
Application Deadline
The last date to apply for the King Saud University Scholarship 2026 is May 21, 2026.
