KAUST Fully Funded Graduate Scholarship 2026 | Monthly Stipend, Free Housing, Full Tuition & Relocation Support
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Summary:
The KAUST Graduate Scholarship 2026 is a fully funded masterโs and PhD opportunity in Saudi Arabia that covers full tuition, free housing, medical insurance, relocation support, and a generous annual stipend of $20,000โ$30,000. Applicants must submit academic transcripts, CV, three recommendation letters, and English test scores (TOEFL 81 / IELTS 6.5) unless their previous degree was taught in an eligible English-speaking country. GRE is optional but recommended. All admitted students automatically receive the KAUST Fellowship.
Scholarship Name
KAUST Fellowship (King Abdullah University of Science and Technology Graduate Scholarship)
Host / University / Organization
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology
Level of Study
Masterโs & PhD
Location
Saudi Arabia ๐ธ๐ฆ
Value / Benefits
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Full tuition fees
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Monthly living allowance ($20,000 โ $30,000 per year)
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Free accommodation
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Medical & dental insurance
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Relocation support
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Access to world-class research facilities
Required Documents
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Academic transcripts (with grading scale)
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Certified English translations (if original is not English)
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CV
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Three recommendation letters
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TOEFL (min 81) or IELTS (min 6.5)
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GRE (optional but strengthens application)
English Test Waiver
Not required if your degree was completed in:
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USA
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Canada
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UK
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Ireland
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Australia
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New Zealand
Application Process
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Apply through the KAUST online application portal
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Upload all required documents
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Recommendation letters must be submitted directly by referees
Deadline
Applications for 2026 intake are now open (apply early for best chances).
Selection Criteria
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Strong academic performance
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Research potential
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High-quality recommendation letters
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Strong quantitative background (GRE helps)
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