King Saud University Initiative 2025/26 Saudi Arabia (Fully Funded)

The Applications are open to apply for the King Saud University Initiative 2025/26 in Saudi Arabia. KSU is a well Prominent University in Riyadh founded in 1957 making it the first university in Saudi Arabia. The King Saud University Initiative aims to attract Talented candidates from Saudi Arabia and around the world to pursue PhD programs. There is no application fee, and it is a fully funded scholarship program covering all expenses. King Saud University offers a broad range of PhD programs in different Academic disciplines. Applicants have to start their studies in Saudi Arabia in the Fall semester (August 2025) or the Winter semester (January 2026). Below are more details about the King Saud University Initiative requirements, financial benefits, and the application process.

Details About King Saud University Initiative 2025/26 in Saudi Arabia

• Host Country: Saudi Arabia
• University Name: King Saud University
• Location: Riyadh
• Level: PhD
• Scholarship Duration: 3 Years
• Financial Benefits: Fully Funded
• Deadline: 15th May 2025

Financial Benefits

The Scholarship Covers:

• Full Tuition Support
• Monthly Living Allowance ($14,400 annually)
• On-campus Housing
• Health Coverage
• Relocation Support for students from outside Riyadh
• Potential part-time work opportunities
• Eligibility to work in Saudi Arabia for up to one year post-graduation

Available Fields

• Computer Sciences
• Engineering
• Basic and Applied Sciences
• Health and Medical Sciences

Eligibility Criteria

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

• Candidates from all the countries are eligible.
• Master’s Degree: Must be from an accredited institution.
• English Proficiency:
  • Official TOEFL (minimum 61 IBT), IELTS (minimum 6), or STEP (minimum 85) scores are required.
  • KSU IELTS code: 147080
  • KSU TOEFL code: 7498
  • Waiver possible for 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

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

Applications are submitted through the initiative’s online application portal. Visit the ‘Apply Online’ link for more information and registration. The Link to the official website is below.