Study in Saudi Arabia Scholarships (Ministry of Education)

Overview

Study in Saudi is the official Ministry of Education platform through which international students apply for fully funded, partially funded or self-funded study at more than 50 public and private Saudi universities. Fully funded scholarship places typically cover tuition, monthly living stipend, housing, health insurance and return airfare, and applications are made centrally through the platform for each institution's programs.

Funding

Tuition, and for fully funded awards: a monthly stipend, accommodation, healthcare, and an annual travel allowance (partially funded and self-funded tracks are also available)

Eligibility

• Open to international students of all nationalities meeting institutional admission standards
• Available at undergraduate, master's and PhD levels depending on the host university
• Academic transcripts and (for graduate levels) relevant prior degree required
• Arabic or English proficiency required depending on the program's language of instruction
• Apply through the centralized Study in Saudi platform, selecting an institution and program

Application Deadline

Deadlines vary by university and program; a recent general-cycle deadline fell around 21 May - check the Study in Saudi portal for current dates. Always confirm exact dates on the official site before planning your application, since deadlines shift year to year.

How to Apply

1. Create an account on the Study in Saudi portal (studyinsaudi.sa)
2. Search and select a public or private university and program of interest
3. Submit academic transcripts, certificates, and required documents through the portal
4. Apply for the relevant scholarship track (fully funded, partially funded, or self-funded) as advertised by the host university
5. If accepted, apply for the student visa through the Study in Saudi portal and complete pre-arrival steps