Want to study in Saudi Arabia for free?
Applications are now open for the King Saud University Scholarships for the 2026 academic year. These scholarships are offered through the Study in Saudi platform, run by the Saudi government, and are open to international students from all over the world.
You can apply to pursue a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree at King Saud University (KSU), one of the first and top public universities in Saudi Arabia. The best part? It’s a fully funded scholarship from the Ministry of Education, meaning it covers all your costs.
There is no application fee, and you don’t need to apply separately for admission – just follow the scholarship application process.
Keep reading to find out what’s covered, who can apply, what programs are available, and how to submit your application.
Details About King Saud University Study
- Host Country: Saudi Arabia
- Degree Level: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD
- Location: King Saud University
- Scholarship Name: Study in Saudi Arabia (External Scholarship)
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline:
- Bachelors: 14th June 2025
- Master’s, PhD: 31st October 2025
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Financial Benefits
The Scholarship Covers:
- Healthcare
- Annual Airfare Tickets
- University Benefits and Facilities.
- Full Tuition Fees
- Housing Covered
- Cash Reward upon arrival.
How Does the Study in Saudi Scholarship Work?
Once you submit your application, it will be sent to the university you chose. If the university approves it, the Ministry of Education will then review and process your application.
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Offered Study Programs
- College of Business Administration
- College of Education
- College of Arts
- College of Applied Studies and Community Service
- College of Languages and Translation
- College of Sports Science and Physical Activity
- College of Tourism and Archaeology
- College of Food and Agricultural Sciences
- Community College
- College of Architecture and Planning
- College of Applied Medical Sciences
- Prince Sultan bin Abdul Aziz College for Emergency Medical Services.
- College of Law and Political Science
- College of Science
- College of Engineering
- College of Medicine
- College of Dentistry
- College of Pharmacy
- College of Nursing
- College of Computer and Information Sciences
- Institute of Arabic Language
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Eligibility Criteria
- Open to people of all nationalities
- Must be 16 years or older
- If under 18, need written permission from a parent or guardian
- Must have a passport valid for at least 6 more months after planned arrival
- Must show proof of money or a financial sponsor
- Must provide a medical report showing you don’t have any infectious diseases
- Must have health insurance
- Must meet the university’s admission rules
- Must be eligible for a visa
How to Apply?
Candidates can apply for the External Scholarship at the King Saud University through the “Study in Saudi Arabia Platform. The Link to the official website is below. Read scholarship FAQS. For the Application Process please Read the User Manual.
