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Admission of International Students

The seats obtained by non-Saudi students (male or female residing outside the Kingdom) to study in higher education institutions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

1. A monthly bursary.
2. A preparation allowance when coming for the first time.
3. The candidate would receive free health care.
4. Providing an accommodation subject to availability, scientific, cultural, and social care.
5. The central library and facilities.
6. Subsidized meals can be provided for the candidate.
7. An allowance for printing the thesis.
8. An allowance for shipping books (when graduated).
9. Providing the candidate with a two-way ticket annually.
10. The opportunity to upgrade the scholarship for distinguished students who have obtained a master's degree to a doctorate.

Admission Requirements

1. The applicant must have a university degree from an accredited college or university and should have a degree with “very good” at least. (Graduation certificates & transcripts have to be certified from the Saudi Embassy).
2. The applicant’s age must not exceed 40 years for PhD, and 35 years for Master's.
3. The applicant must have a record of good conduct and must be medically fit.
4. Recommendation letters should be submitted from two of the applicant's former professors.
5. The applicant must not have been dismissed from any university in the Kingdom.
6. An approved exam in English is required for applicants whose first language is not English. The approved exams and minimum required scores are listed in each program's admission criteria. (Please note that exams are valid for 2 years from the date of the exam.)

Contact:

External Scholarships Unit

Mr. Majed Al-Ghamdi
External Scholarships Unit Director
E-mail: moalghamdi@kau.edu.sa
Tel: +966(12)6400000 Ext. 73271

Scholarships Unit (Female Campus)

Mrs. Lugen Gashlan
Scholarships Unit Director
E-mail: lgashlan@kau.edu.sa
Tel: +966(12)6400000 Ext. 63586