King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
Dhahran · Site officiel ↗
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals is in Dhahran, Arabie saoudite. Standard entry requirements: International high school diploma natural sciences focus/track; graduated in the current or previous year; SAT 1350 or above. Language: IELTS 4.5 (Primary Admission Track), TOEFL iBT 45 (Primary Admission Track). Scholarships: 3 from the university.
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Les étudiants internationaux doivent aussi prévoir un budget pour l'assurance santé, le visa et les frais de voyage, qui ne figurent pas ici.
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Quick summary
| Cost per year | not yet determined |
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| Money from the college | Merit scholarships: international students can receive them. 2 named scholarship(s) confirmed open to international students. |
| Chances of admission | International high school diploma: natural sciences focus/track; graduated in the current or previous year. SAT: 1350 or above. Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ |
| Application deadlines | Earliest: 24 janv. (Main round) Last round: Main round, 11 févr.. |
| Where and how students live | Dhahran · 39 km from DMM airport |
| Housing | First-year housing: Available (apply) |
| Working while studying | not yet determined |
| After graduation | not yet determined |
Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.
Aide financière et conditions pour les étudiants internationaux
| Bourses au mérite | Oui — les étudiants internationaux peuvent recevoir des bourses au mérite (reference)Sources (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “this scholarship program is mainly designed to support "needy" and highly performing students with a scholarship.”ses.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
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| Niveau d'anglais | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
| Degree programmes taught in English | YesSources (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “That is why all our courses are taught in English and your academic journey is supported by KFUPM.”www3.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
Bourses pour les étudiants de première année
International Undergraduate Full Scholarship
Frais de scolarité complets
- Who can receive it: Étudiants internationaux uniquement
- Amount: Frais de scolarité complets
Sources (3)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“As an international student living outside Saudi Arabia, your tuition fees are waived. You will receive a full scholarship to attend KFUPM.”www3.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Free On-Campus Housing: Enjoy comfortable, fully-equipped dorms just steps away from your classrooms.”www3.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Monthly Stipend: Focus on your studies with financial support for your academic journey.”www3.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12ISEF Winners Full Scholarship
Montant non publié
Sources (4)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“Spaces are offered to the top four winners each year.”www.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Guaranteed admission for all four ISEF winners”www.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Full scholarship”www.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Freedom to choose any major you want”www.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Undergraduate Scholarship Program
Montant non publié
- Who can receive it: Étudiants internationaux uniquement
- Renewal: Renouvelable — up to 5 years
Sources (4)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“This scholarship is for international students (inside or outside the Kingdom) who are admitted to KFUPM on a full-time basis and who meet the selection criteria (based on financial need and academic performance) defined by the committee.”ses.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“The committee will ultimately decide the percentage of financial aid to be awarded to each applicant starting from 10% up to 100% of tuition fee.”ses.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Awarded students should maintain cumulative GPA above 3.”ses.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“The maximum period of the scholarship provided that funding is available, is the regular study period at the university (four years + preparatory year).”ses.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering - Internship Option Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering - Internship Option”bulletin.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - Internship Option Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - Internship Option”bulletin.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - Summer Training Option Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - Summer Training Option”bulletin.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Bachelor of Science in Data Science and Engineering Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Bachelor of Science in Data Science and Engineering”bulletin.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering - Internship Option Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering - Internship Option”bulletin.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Bachelor of Science in Finance - Internship Option · 5 years Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Bachelor of Science in Finance - Internship Option”bulletin.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“4 Years + 1 Prep”t4.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Bachelor of Science in Mathematics”bulletin.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering - Internship Option Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering - Internship Option”bulletin.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering”bulletin.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering”bulletin.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
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Applying
| Academic entry requirement for your school qualification |
Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ |
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| Interview | SAT Track: Optional Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Applicants may also be required to participate in an interview for admission.”admissions.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Application requirement | SAT Track: Personal statement / main essay: Required Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “The student must submit a statement of purpose (a brief description of yourself, explaining your academic goals and how you aim to contribute to improving your community and the world).”admissions.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12SAT Track: Teacher recommendation: Required Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Recommendation Letter: Complete and attach the letter of recommendation to the application form.”admissions.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12SAT Track: Admission test scores (SAT/ACT/ATAR…): Required Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “SAT scores must be directly sent to King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals from the SAT Test Center.”admissions.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
Deadlines (2027 entry)
| Application (Primary Admission Track) | 24 janv.Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Registration starts at: Jan 10, 2027”admissions.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Registration ends at Jan 24, 2027”admissions.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
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| Application (SAT Track) | 11 févr.Source (3)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “This admission track allows local and international students who have scored 1350 or above in the SAT exam to apply for enrollment.”admissions.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Registration starts at: Feb 01, 2027”admissions.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Registration ends at Feb 11, 2027”admissions.kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.
Costs for international students
| Tuition | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
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| Tuition rule for international students at public universities (government) | Government scholarship students at Saudi public universities study free of charge, without tuition fees. Scholarships come in three types - full (free) scholarships with full benefits, partial scholarships with some benefits, and paid grants - under rules set by each institution's council. (reference) |
| Housing and meals | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
| Living costs (college estimate) | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
| Student health insurance | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
| Living costs you must show for the student visa (government amount, excluding tuition and travel) | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
Sources (3)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia provides excellent sponsorship for scholarship students for international students free of charge and without tuition fees and with many other advantages.”moe.gov.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“C- Grants paid for.”moe.gov.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“All of this is in accordance with the rules regulated by the educational institution council, and in a manner that does not conflict with the regulations governing this”moe.gov.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12US$ figures are approximate, converted at the official rate (Fixed peg SAR 3.75 = US$1) of 2026-11-12; the college charges in its own currency.
Where students live
| First-year on-campus housing | Available (apply) Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Undergraduate students can apply for housing through the university’s online system using the link sent via SMS before arrival.”kfupm.edu.sa ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
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Work and after graduation
| Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government) | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
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| Post-study work visa (name and length) | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
Lieu
| City / state | Dhahran |
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| Nearest major airport | King Fahd International Airport (DMM), about 39 km in a straight line |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Location from Wikidata Q4116241 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).