Applications are now open for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s fully funded scholarships for 2026, offered to international students across 27 public universities. In line with Vision 2030, these scholarships aim to strengthen education, research, and global cooperation.
Host Country: Saudi Arabia
Universities: Public universities across the Kingdom
Degree Levels: Undergraduate, Master’s, PhD
Fields of Study: All subjects
Eligibility: International students
Funding Coverage: Fully Funded
Why Study in Saudi Arabia?
- Universities with growing international recognition and rankings
- Advanced research centers and modern scientific facilities
- Diverse student community representing over 200 nationalities
- Full scholarship benefits, including tuition, travel, housing, stipend, and medical care
Types of Scholarships
- Internal Scholarships: For non-Saudi students residing in the Kingdom
- External Scholarships: For international students applying from abroad
- Coverage Options: Full, partial, or shared grants
Eligibility Criteria
- Undergraduate applicants: 17–25 years
- Master’s applicants: under 30 years
- PhD applicants: under 35 years
- Verified academic records and certificates required
- Clean criminal record and medical fitness certificate
- Applicants may not hold more than one Saudi scholarship
Scholarship Benefits
- 100% tuition fee waiver
- Monthly living allowance (amount varies by degree level)
- Free furnished on-campus housing
- Comprehensive medical coverage
- Annual round-trip airfare
- Arrival allowance upon entry to Saudi Arabia
- Equal access to resources and services as Saudi students
Required Documents
- Verified transcripts and certificates
- Valid passport (minimum 1 year)
- Recommendation letters (if requested)
- Good conduct certificate
- Medical fitness certificate
- Statement of Purpose (for Master’s/PhD)
Application Timeline (2026)
- Deadlines vary by university
- Most open calls fall between January–April and September–November
- Applicants should monitor official university websites for updates
For further details, please see scholarship’s website.
