KFUPM Undergraduate Scholarship Program for International Students

King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM)

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Details checked on 30 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

Mainly for international students (inside or outside the Kingdom) admitted full-time who meet financial need and academic criteria. New students are reviewed on need and family size; the first 50% of tuition is covered and the rest needs a 3.0 out of 4.0 average after the first semester. Required documents include the working parent's salary certificate, three months of bank statements and Iqama copies, which are written for families living in Saudi Arabia - ask KFUPM how to apply from abroad. Donor requests may restrict some awards by nationality.

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About this opportunity

KFUPM gives need-based tuition scholarships to international undergraduates. Submitting an application does not guarantee an award because funds are limited.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Mainly for international students (inside or outside the Kingdom) admitted full-time who meet financial need and academic criteria. New students are reviewed on need and family size; the first 50% of tuition is covered and the rest needs a 3.0 out of 4.0 average after the first semester. Required documents include the working parent's salary certificate, three months of bank statements and Iqama copies, which are written for families living in Saudi Arabia - ask KFUPM how to apply from abroad. Donor requests may restrict some awards by nationality.
2. Note the deadline. Set each time by the KFUPM Scholarship Committee (late applications are not accepted) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Passport or national ID; Academic transcripts and degree certificates; CV; Statement of purpose or motivation letter (if requested); Reference or recommendation letters (if requested); Proof of family income or financial situation (if requested); Admission or offer letter for your chosen programme; English-language test result or other language proof (if required); Anything else listed on the official page (this list is a typical checklist - always confirm there).
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

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Tips from our advisors

1. Read the eligibility line by line before you write anything. Most rejections are eligibility mismatches, not weak essays.
2. Beyond grades, show leadership and community impact with concrete numbers and outcomes.
3. Ask your referees at least 4 weeks ahead and give them your CV, your draft SOP and the deadline.
4. Support your financial-need statement with clear documents and keep the numbers consistent across forms.
5. "Rolling" or "varies" does not mean unlimited time. Funds are awarded as applications are reviewed, so apply early.
6. Submit at least 48 hours before the deadline. Portals slow down on the last day.

Quick answers

Who can apply for KFUPM Undergraduate Scholarship Program for International Students?

Mainly for international students (inside or outside the Kingdom) admitted full-time who meet financial need and academic criteria. New students are reviewed on need and family size; the first 50% of tuition is covered and the rest needs a 3.0 out of 4.0 average after the first semester. Required documents include the working parent's salary certificate, three months of bank statements and Iqama copies, which are written for families living in Saudi Arabia - ask KFUPM how to apply from abroad. Donor requests may restrict some awards by nationality.

What does KFUPM Undergraduate Scholarship Program for International Students cover?

Tuition scholarships of 10% to 100% decided by the committee, for the regular study period (four years plus a preparatory year) if funds allow; non-Saudi tuition is listed as SR 20,000 a year

When is the deadline for KFUPM Undergraduate Scholarship Program for International Students?

Set each time by the KFUPM Scholarship Committee (late applications are not accepted) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with KFUPM Undergraduate Scholarship Program for International Students?

Host countries: Saudi Arabia.

What documents do I need for KFUPM Undergraduate Scholarship Program for International Students?

Passport or national ID; Academic transcripts and degree certificates; CV; Statement of purpose or motivation letter (if requested); Reference or recommendation letters (if requested); Proof of family income or financial situation (if requested); Admission or offer letter for your chosen programme; English-language test result or other language proof (if required); Anything else listed on the official page (this list is a typical checklist - always confirm there).

How much work is the KFUPM Undergraduate Scholarship Program for International Students application?

Medium: Financial documents + application to the Scholarship Committee