All Levels
KFUPM International Scholarship
UG / PG / PhD Tuition, stipend, housing, medical, books, travel
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
"The Arab world's highest-ranked university, #63 in QS 2027"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#67 (QS)
PSW VISA
N/A
About King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM) in Dhahran was founded in 1963 and teaches in English. It rose to #63 in the QS World University Rankings 2027, the highest rank ever for an Arab university and the only one in the global top 100. KFUPM is known for petroleum, chemical, mechanical and electrical engineering, computer science and business. Its own fully funded scholarship covers tuition, stipend, housing, medical care, books and travel.
Rankings & Recognition
#67
Ranked #67 in QS 2026 (#63 in QS 2027), the Arab region's #1.
Accreditations & Memberships
Ministry of Education, Saudi Arabia
Study in Saudi platform
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
53.50#1
Employer Reputation
75.60#1
Faculty Student Ratio
92.40#1
Citations per Faculty
93.20#1
International Faculty Ratio
100.00#1
International Student Ratio
76.20#1
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Key Facts
1963
Founded
#63 (#1 Arab region)
QS 2027
Dhahran
City
English
Teaching
Fully funded
Scholarship
Popular Programs
Petroleum Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Computer Science
Business
Application Details
Application Route
Study in Saudi portal
Application Fee
None (public)
2026-27 Deadline
21 May 2026
Scholarship
Fully funded
Age (UG)
approx. 30 or under
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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Language
|
Arabic or English test by programme |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
—
I-20 Processing
Student visa (university / MoE)
Post-Study Work
N/A
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
No application fee
Avg Scholarship
Fully funded (Study in Saudi)
Career Outcomes
98%
Placement Ratio
N/A
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Teaching Language — English
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals is in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, with on-campus facilities for students.
Campus Details
63
in QS 2027
#1
university in Saudi Arabia
1963
founded
100%
English-taught programmes
Next
to Saudi Aramco HQ in Dhahran
Fully
funded scholarships available
Campus Forecast
Hot humid desert climate
Extremely hot summers (40-46°C)
Mild winters (12-22°C)
High summer humidity
Very low rainfall
Occasional dust storms
Student Life & Housing
Housing
On-campus student housing (free for scholarship students)
Dining
Subsidised campus meals
Health & Wellness
Free healthcare at university clinics / hospitals
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports
Cultural events
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition (scholarship students)
Free (government funded)
Monthly stipend
approx. SAR 850-1,500 (by level)
Housing
Free on-campus (scholarship)
Annual flight
Return ticket (scholarship)
Intakes & Deadlines
The academic year starts in late August / September. International scholarship applications run through the Study in Saudi portal; the 2026-27 round closed on 21 May 2026, so expect a similar window around May 2027.
Scholarships at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
2 scholarships available
All Levels
Study in Saudi Scholarship (Ministry of Education)
UG / PG / PhD Full tuition + stipend + housing + flight
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Indian Class 12 (attested) with good marks; age approx. 30 or under; Arabic or English by programme.
Postgraduate
Recognised bachelor's in a related field; recommendation letters; language as per programme.
English Proficiency
Language
Arabic or English test by programmeRequired Documents
Passport (6+ months validity)
Class 10 and 12 certificates (attested)
Bachelor degree + transcripts (PG)
Medical fitness certificate
Police clearance certificate
Passport photos
English / Arabic test (by programme)
Recommendation letters (PG)
Application Process
1
Create account
Register on the Study in Saudi portal (studyinsaudi.moe.gov.sa).
2
Choose university
Select King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals and your programme.
3
Upload documents
Upload passport, certificates, medical and police clearance.
4
Ministry review
The Ministry of Education reviews and forwards to the university.
5
Admission & visa
Accept the scholarship; the university processes your student visa.
6
Arrive
Travel with the provided ticket and get your Iqama.
Campus & Location
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals is in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, with on-campus facilities for students.
Bachelor's
1
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
📍 Dhahran
Bachelor's
Petroleum Engineering
Master's
1
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
📍 Dhahran
Master's
Computer Science
PhD
1
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
📍 Dhahran
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