Applications Open for King Saud University Initiative 2025/26 in Saudi Arabia

Applications Open for King Saud University Initiative 2025/26 (Fully Funded) in Saudi Arabia

The King Saud University (KSU) Initiative 2025/26 is now accepting applications in Saudi Arabia. Established in 1957, KSU is a prestigious university located in Riyadh and holds the distinction of being the first university in the country. This initiative is designed to attract exceptional candidates from Saudi Arabia and around the world to pursue PhD programs. There is no application fee, and the program is fully funded, covering all associated expenses.

King Saud University offers a diverse selection of PhD programs across various academic disciplines. Selected applicants must commence their studies in Saudi Arabia in either the Fall semester (August 2025) or the Winter semester (January 2026). Below are further details regarding the eligibility criteria, financial benefits, and application process for the King Saud University Initiative.

Details of King Saud University Initiative 2025/26

  • Host Country: Saudi Arabia

  • University Name: King Saud University

  • Location: Riyadh

  • Level: PhD

  • Scholarship Duration: 3 Years

  • Financial Benefits: Fully Funded

  • Application Deadline: 15th May 2025

Financial Benefits

The scholarship provides the following benefits:

  • Full Tuition Coverage

  • Monthly Living Allowance ($14,400 annually)

  • On-Campus Housing

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage

  • Relocation Assistance (for students coming from outside Riyadh)

  • Opportunities for Part-Time Work

  • Eligibility to Work in Saudi Arabia for up to One Year Post-Graduation

Available Fields of Study

  • Computer Sciences

  • Engineering

  • Basic and Applied Sciences

  • Health and Medical Sciences

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must fulfill the general requirements set by the Deanship of Graduate Studies:

  • Open to candidates from all countries.

  • Master’s Degree: Must be obtained from an accredited institution.

  • English Proficiency Requirements:

    • TOEFL (minimum 61 IBT)

    • IELTS (minimum 6)

    • STEP (minimum 85)

    • KSU IELTS Code: 147080

    • KSU TOEFL Code: 7498

    • Waivers available for candidates who have completed their master’s degrees from accredited institutions in:

      • United States

      • Canada

      • United Kingdom

      • Ireland

      • Australia

      • New Zealand

  • Two Letters of Recommendation

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  • Statement of Purpose

  • Personal Interview

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How to Apply for the King Saud University Initiative 2025/26?

Applications must be submitted through the initiative’s official online portal. Click the link below for further details and to complete your registration. (xanax online)

APPLY FOR THE KING SAUD UNIVERSITY INITIATIVE PROGRAM

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