Scholarships from the “Study in Saudi Arabia” platform 2026

Country

• Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Cities

• The city of study varies depending on the university to which you wish to apply.

Advantages of the Study in Saudi Arabia platform

• Facilitating communication between international students and universities.
• Submitting admission applications electronically and easily.
• Comprehensive information about universities and available majors.
• Instant tracking of application and admission status.
• Continuous technical support to answer students' inquiries.
• Access to scholarships and funding opportunities.
• Guidance and advice on admission requirements and procedures.
• Connecting students with suitable academic programs.
• A unified platform for all Saudi universities.
• Providing information about student life and accommodation.

The granting authority

• Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Educational stages

• Bachelor's
• Master's
• PhD

Available Saudi universities for application on the Study in Saudi Arabia platform

The Study in Saudi Arabia platform includes most Saudi universities, and additional universities are added periodically. The universities currently available on the platform, whether with support or without, are:

1. Islamic University.
2. Umm Al-Qura University.
3. Imam Abdul Rahman Faisal University.
4. Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University.
5. Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz University.
6. Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University.
7. Al-Baha University.
8. Al-Jouf University.
9. Northern Borders University.
10. Taif University.
11. Qassim University.
12. Al-Majma'ah University.
13. King Khalid University.
14. King Saud University.
15. King Abdulaziz University.
16. King Faisal University.
17. Bisha University.
18. Tabuk University.
19. Jazan University.
20. Jeddah University.
21. Hail University.
22. Hafar Al-Batin University.
23. Taibah University.
24. Shaqra University.
25. Najran University.

Specializations for scholarships on the Study in Saudi Arabia platform

In theory, applications can be submitted for all available specializations in all Saudi universities offering the scholarship, except for health and medical specializations, which are limited to Saudi students only. However, after following up on the scholarship, it was found that each university specifies certain specializations available for the scholarship, while other specializations require tuition fees. Therefore, it is necessary to register on the platform and ensure that the specialization being applied for is available as a scholarship and not as a study abroad.

Countries available for application for scholarships on the Study in Saudi Arabia platform

• All countries in the world

Scholarships currently available on the Study in Saudi Arabia platform

The available scholarships on the platform vary from time to time as scholarships are added and removed periodically. Last year in July 2024, these were the scholarships available on the platform:

• King Saud University, 100% support for the first year.
• Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University, 100% support.
• Shaqra University, 100% support.
• Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, 0% support except for the common year for humanities colleges, 100% support.
• Qassim University, 100% support.
• King Abdulaziz University, 100% support.
• Jazan University, 100% support.
• Hafar Al-Batin University, 100% support.
• Tabuk University, 100% support.
• Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University, 100% support.

Benefits of scholarships (100% support) on the Study in Saudi Arabia platform.

• Monthly salary.
• Travel tickets.
• Free accommodation.
• Health insurance.
• Tuition fees.
• Registration fees.

Registration requirements for the Study in Saudi Arabia platform.

• Applicants from within the Kingdom must provide a national ID number.
• For foreign students, a residency number or passport must be provided.
• Submit a copy of the academic certificate obtained by the student, such as a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Ensure that the certificate is accredited by the relevant authorities in your country.
• Some academic programs require proficiency in Arabic, while others may require proficiency in English.
• Applicants may be required to submit recognized language test certificates (such as IELTS or TOEFL).
• Some universities may impose additional fees when submitting the application.
• Provide all required documents such as a recommendation letter, CV, and a recent personal photo.
• Some universities may require additional documents depending on the major.
• The student must review the admission requirements for each university and program, as the requirements may vary from one university to another.

Study requirements at Saudi universities

• The student's age must not be less than 17 years and not more than 25 years when applying for a bachelor's degree and the Arabic language institute, 30 years for a master's degree, and 35 years for a doctorate.
• Each university has specific requirements regarding the GPA, which can be found by referring to the university's website.
• The government of the student's country must approve their study in the Kingdom, for countries that require this for non-Saudi students.
• The student must not have received another scholarship from any educational institution in the Kingdom.
• Certificates and official documents must be authenticated by the relevant authorities.
• The student must present a certificate of good conduct (police clearance) from the security agencies in their country.
• The student must not have been expelled from any educational institution in the Kingdom.
• Some universities require that a male guardian accompany the female student, according to the regulations governing this, provided that he is included in a scholarship or has a legal residency or applies under a work record that needs his services.
• The student must pass the medical examination determined by the regulations and instructions.
• The educational institution may require a recommendation for the student from one of the bodies, institutions, or individuals specified by the institution.
• Some universities have their own specific requirements, so it is necessary to refer to the university's website to confirm the conditions.

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Required documents for applying on the Study in Saudi Arabia platform

Mandatory documents:

• Birth certificate.
• Birth certificate translated into Arabic.
• Certificate of good conduct translated into Arabic (the issuance of the certificate must not exceed 6 months).
• Proof of father's identity.
• Proof of mother's identity.
• Transcript.
• The transcript is translated into Arabic if it is in a language other than Arabic.
• The high school certificate when applying for a bachelor's degree, the bachelor's certificate when applying for a master's degree, and the master's degree when applying for a doctorate.
• Certificates translated into Arabic if they are in a language other than Arabic.
• The medical report is translated into Arabic if it is in a language other than Arabic (the medical report must not be older than 6 months).
• Passport.

Optional documents:

• Certificate of good conduct.
• Certificate of good conduct translated into Arabic if it is in a language other than Arabic.
• A copy of the national ID in the home country.
• Results of the proficiency test.
• Other attachments (we recommend adding any awards or certificates of experience or volunteering as part of your CV and motivation letter to increase your chances of acceptance on the platform).
• Translation from a certified entity or legal person translated into Arabic.
• Translation from a certified entity or legal person.

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Steps to apply on the Study in Saudi Arabia platform.

1. Create an account on the Study in Saudi Arabia platform, click here.
2. Enter the required personal information.
3. Choose the appropriate program while ensuring that the support is 100%.
4. Upload the required documents (high-quality images).
5. In case of acceptance, the acceptance letter will be received.
6. Apply for the educational visa.
7. Arrival in the Kingdom.
8. Reception at the airport in coordination with the university.
9. Attend the orientation program for international students and start studying.

Application dates on the Study in Saudi Arabia platform.

The Study in Saudi Arabia platform is available for applications twice a year.

• The first time for undergraduate studies:From May 1 to June 14, 2025, and the second time in September.
• The first time for graduate studies:From May 1 to October 31, 2025, and the second time in September.

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