King Abdulaziz University Postgraduate Scholarship 2026

King Abdulaziz University is offering fully funded educational scholarships offered to students residing outside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia who do not hold a residency permit at the time of application. 

King Abdulaziz University, one of the leading universities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, offers numerous educational opportunities for international students through its distinguished scholarship programs. These scholarships aim to attract the best and brightest students from around the world, enhancing the academic environment and cultural diversity at the university. Scholarships for international students at King Abdulaziz University are available in various fields of study, both at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

• Table of Content
• About King Abdulaziz University
• King Abdulaziz University Postgraduate Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of King Abdulaziz University Postgraduate Scholarship
• Requirements for King Abdulaziz University Postgraduate Scholarship Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About King Abdulaziz University

King Abdulaziz University is a public university in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. It was established in 1967 as a private university, by a group of businessmen led by Muhammad Abu Bakr Bakhashab and including writer Hamza Bogary. In 1974, King Abdulaziz University was converted to a public university by a decision of the Council Ministers of Saudi Arabia under then-King Faisal's orders. In 2021, it is ranked the #1 Arab university by Times Higher Education. King Abdulaziz University has been placed in the top 200 universities in the world by four major ra...... continue reading

King Abdulaziz University Postgraduate Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of King Abdulaziz University Postgraduate Scholarship

These are seats allocated to non-Saudi students (male or female) residing outside the Kingdom to study at higher education institutions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

• Monthly stipend.
• Arrival allowance for scholarship students.
• Healthcare services for the student.
• Accommodation subject to availability, along with appropriate academic, social, cultural, and training support.
• Access to the central library.
• Subsidized meals.
• Thesis printing allowance for master’s and doctoral students.
• Graduation allowance for shipping books.
• Annual round-trip airfare to the student’s home country.

Requirements for King Abdulaziz University Postgraduate Scholarship Qualification

• The applicant must not exceed 35 years for PhD programs and 30 years for Master’s programs.
• The applicant must hold a qualification recognized in their home country, with a minimum grade of Very Good if graded.
• Good conduct and medical fitness.
• Submission of two academic recommendations from previous instructors.
• The applicant must not have been dismissed from any educational institution in the Kingdom.

Obtaining one of the following English language test scores:

Check also:
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Application Deadline

How to Apply

Inquiries & Contact

Director of External Scholarships Unit

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: +966126400000 Extension: 73271

For more information, kindly visit King Abdulaziz University scholarship webpage.