Scholarly grants, foreign scholarships, and other financial aids from King Saud University are available to students outside of the country in which the university is located. The financial aid office of King Saud University mostly deals with international scholarships.

It was founded as Riyadh University in 1957, the first university in Saudi Arabia. The university was established that year to service the deficit of workers in Saudi Arabia. In 1982, this great institution which counts as the first in the country was renamed King Saud University.

King Saud University offers a wide range of scholarships, internships for international students. In addition to university-sponsored scholarships, there are numerous other organizations that provide scholarships for international students, including foundations, trusts, and corporations.



It offers courses in the natural sciences, the humanities, and professional studies, and many of its courses are free of charge. Undergraduate programs are bilingual depending on what major they choose. As one of the most respected medical centers in the Arab world, its medical programs are highly regarded.

About the Scholarship – Brief Description

Scholarship Location Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Host University/OrganizationKing Saud University, Riyadh
Fund Type Fully- Funded Scholarships
Degree LevelUndergraduate
Eligible NationalitiesInternational Students (Males and Females)
Application DeadlineSaturday, August 07, 2021

Scholarship opportunities for King Saud University are available at various degree levels. Find out which King Saud University degree programs and courses are available for different degree levels. King Saud University bachelor’s courses, master’s courses, and even Ph.D. programs are also offered.

Scholarship Eligibility

  • The applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent
  • The applicant must be non-Saudi with residential permit
  • He/she must have a high school graduation degree of not less than credit/very good
  • The applicant(s) must have not previously studied in a similar program in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
  • The applicant must be medically fit.
  • The applicant’s age should not be more than twenty-five (25) years.
  • Female applicants must have a (close family member) residency in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to apply for the scholarship.

How To Apply for the King Saud University Scholarship

The scholarship is open to any interested individuals from foreign countries irrespective of where you come from. Apply for the program now as it’s open within a period of a week. The application deadline is August 07, 2021.

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