Applications are now open for the King Saud University (KSU) Initiative 2025/26 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Established in 1957, KSU is Saudi Arabia's first university and a leading institution renowned for academic excellence. This initiative aims to attract talented individuals from Saudi Arabia and around the world to pursue fully funded PhD programs in various disciplines.
Applicants can begin their studies in the Fall semester (August 2025) or Winter semester (January 2026). There is no application fee, and the scholarship covers all expenses.
Program Details
- Host Country: Saudi Arabia
- University: King Saud University (KSU)
- Location: Riyadh
- Level: PhD
- Scholarship Duration: 3 Years
- Financial Benefits: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: May 15, 2025
Financial Benefits
This fully funded initiative provides:
- Full Tuition Coverage
- Monthly Stipend: $14,400 annually
- On-Campus Housing
- Comprehensive Health Insurance
- Relocation Support (for international students)
- Part-Time Work Opportunities
- Post-Graduation Employment: Eligibility to work in Saudi Arabia for up to one year after graduation
Available Fields of Study
King Saud University offers PhD programs in the following fields:
- Computer Sciences
- Engineering
- Basic and Applied Sciences
- Health and Medical Sciences
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the KSU Initiative, applicants must meet the requirements set by the Deanship of Graduate Studies:
- Citizenship: Open to candidates worldwide.
- Educational Background:
- Must hold a Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
- English Proficiency:
- TOEFL (minimum 61 iBT)
- IELTS (minimum 6.0)
- STEP (minimum 85)
- Waiver: Candidates with Master’s degrees from accredited institutions in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, or New Zealand may be exempt from this requirement.
- KSU Codes:
- IELTS: 147080
- TOEFL: 7498
- Supporting Documents:
- Two letters of recommendation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Statement of Purpose
- Personal Interview
Application Process
Applications must be submitted online through the KSU Initiative Application Portal.
Embark on a transformative journey in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with King Saud University's fully funded PhD programs. Explore cutting-edge research opportunities and take your academic career to the next level in one of the Middle East's most prestigious universities! 🌍
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