If you are interested in pursuing your education in Saudi Arabia, I recommend thoroughly reading this blog post. This blog post will provide a comprehensive explanation of King Abdulaziz University Scholarship 2025 and a step by step application procedure on how to apply. 

King Abdulaziz University Scholarship

Scholarship Overview

The King Abdulaziz University Scholarship in Saudi Arabia for 2025 is now accepting applications. Applications for Saudi Arabia Scholarships are open to all international students worldwide. The King Abdulaziz University Scholarship provides full funding for students wishing to pursue Undergraduate, Masters and PhD degrees. If an applicant's first language is not English, they must take an approved English exam. The Scholarship covers Monthly Bursary, accommodation, healthcare and Two-way Airfare Ticket. King Abdulaziz University is offering all the academic programs including Sciences, Engineering, Humanities, Arts, Information Technology, Business Administrations, Computer Engineering & Sciences Fields.

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More details about the scholarship requirements and the application process are given below.

Table of Contents

Scholarship Summary

Scholarship Benefits

Courses Offered

Eligibility Criteria

Documents Required

How to Apply

Online Apply Video Guide

Scholarship Summary

Total No. of Awards

130

Host University

King Abdul-Aziz University

Country

Saudi Arabia

Degree level

Bachelor, Masters/MPhil, PhD

Scholarship coverage

Fully Funded

Eligible nationality

All Nationalities

Last Date

28 December 2024

Degree Duration

Undergraduate: 4 Years

Master: 2 Years

Ph.D. : 3 Years

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Scholarship Benefits

Airport Reception: Assistance with receiving new students at the airport.

Preparation Allowance: A two-month stipend upon arrival.

Monthly Stipend: Regular monthly financial support. (SAR 3,000 per month)

Graduation Allowance: A three-month stipend for the shipment of books upon graduation.

Annual Tickets: Provision of annual travel tickets and compensation for newcomers.

Financial Assistance Follow-Up: Ongoing support related to award-related financial matters until students are settled.

Emergency Subsidies: Provision of emergency financial aid.

Employment Opportunities: Potential job offers for some scholarship students.

Family Accompaniment: Facilitation of bringing students' families if desired.

Accommodation: Provision of suitable housing and monitoring of students' living conditions, with solutions offered for any problems encountered.

Affordable Food: Access to low-cost food options.

Healthcare: Healthcare services for students and their families.

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Courses Offered

Disciplines Available for Undergraduate

  • Arts and Humanities
  • Faculty of Economics and Administration
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Science
  • Faculty of Communication and Media
  • Environmental Designs
  • Faculty of Marine Sciences
  • Meteorology, Environment and Arid Land Agriculture
  • Faculty of Engineering
  • Faculty of Earth Sciences
  • Faculty of Computing and Information Technology
  • Faculty of Computing and Information Technology AL Faisaliah Branch
  • Faculty of Science – AL Faisaliah Campus
  • Faculty of Arts – AL Faisaliah Campus
  • College of Art and Design
  • Maritime Studies
  • Faculty of Business Rabigh Branch
  • Faculty of Engineering Rabigh Branch
  • Faculty of Computing and Information Technology Rabigh Branch
  • Arts – Rabigh & College of Sciences

Courses Available for Masters:

Faculty of Arts & Humanities:

  • Arabic Language And Literature
  • Islamic Law Studies
  • Sociology
  • Psychology
  • Information Science
  • English Language
  • History

Faculty of Economics and Administration:

  • Accounting
  • Business
  • Public Administration
  • Economics

Faculty of Science:

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Biochemistry
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Astronomical Sciences

Faculty of Engineering:

  • Thermal Engineering And Desalination
  • Mining Engineering
  • Electrical And Computer Engineering
  • Medical Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Aeronautic Engineering
  • Production Engineering & Mechanical System Design
  • Industrial Engineering

Faculty of Meteorology, Environment Arid Land Agriculture:

  • Arid Land Agriculture
  • Environmental Sciences
  • Hydrology And Water Ressources Management

Faculty of Marine Science:

  • Marine Biology
  • Marine Physics
  • Marine Chemistry
  • Marine Geology

Faculty of Environmental Design:

  • Urban And Regional Planning
  • Architecture

Faculty of Computing & Information Technology:

  • Computer Science
  • Information Technology
  • Information System

Courses Available For PhD:

Faculty of Arts & Humanities:

  • Arabic Language And Literature
  • Islamic Law Studies
  • Sociology
  • Psychology
  • Information Science
  • English Language
  • History

Faculty of Science:

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Biochemistry
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Astronomical Sciences

Faculty of Engineering:

  • Thermal Engineering And Desalination
  • Mining Engineering
  • Electrical And Computer Engineering
  • Medical Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Aeronautic Engineering
  • Production Engineering & Mechanical System Design
  • Industrial Engineering

Faculty of Meteorology, Environment Arid Land Agriculture:

  • Arid Land Agriculture
  • Environmental Sciences
  • Hydrology And Water Resources Management

Faculty of Marine Science:

  • Marine Biology
  • Marine Physics
  • Marine Chemistry
  • Marine Geology

Eligibility Criteria

General Requirements:

  • Eligible Countries: Open to students from all countries worldwide.

Undergraduate Requirements:

  • The student must demonstrate good conduct.
  • Must hold a secondary school graduation certificate or its equivalent from within Saudi Arabia or abroad.
  • The secondary school graduation certificate must not be older than 3 years.
  • The student must be between 17 and 25 years old.
  • Female students must be accompanied by a relative within the prohibited degrees who is a regular resident.
  • Students must meet the university’s admission requirements.

Master’s and Ph.D. Requirements:

  • For Master’s students: Must be under 30 years old.
  • For Ph.D. students: Must be under 35 years old.
  • Must have a recognized qualification from their home country with a minimum grade of "very good" if final degree classifications are estimated.
  • Must provide an English Language Test Certificate.
  • Must submit two recommendation letters from previous faculty members.
  • Must not have been dismissed from any Saudi institutions.
  • For programs in Arabic Language and Literature, Islamic Law and Studies, Sociology, Psychology, and Information Science, candidates must be proficient in both spoken and written Arabic.

Required Documents

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV): Detailed resume of the applicant.
  • Statement of Purpose: Written in English for all programs except Islamic Studies and Arabic Language.
  • Previous Degree Certificate: A copy, certified by the Saudi Embassy.
  • Transcript: A copy, certified by the Saudi Embassy.
  • Recommendation Letters: Two letters from former professors.
  • Passport: A copy of a valid passport with at least one year of validity.
  • Photographs: Recent passport-sized photos.
  • Language Proficiency Certificate: Proof of language skills (TOEFL (IBT) 61, IELTS 5.0).

How to Apply?

Please follow the following application instructions to apply for King Abdulaziz University Scholarship:

1. 1. Create an account on the university websites

2. 2. Registration:

a.       Registration for Undergraduate Applicants (open in September).

b.      Registration for Masters/PhD Applicants.

3.3. Submit the online application

  Online Apply Video Guide