Saudi Arabia Announces Fully Funded Scholarships for All Students Including Pakistanis

RIYADH: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has officially opened applications for its 2025 intake of fully funded scholarships through the government-managed “Study in Saudi Arabia” platform. The program invites international students from around the world to apply for undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral degrees at public universities across the Kingdom.

Application Process Simplified

Applicants are not required to apply separately to individual universities. Instead, they can select their preferred institution directly through the Study in Saudi Arabia platform. The application is entirely free of charge.

Key Deadlines:

• Bachelor’s Degree: June 14, 2025
• Master’s and PhD Programs: October 31, 2025

What the Scholarship Covers:

• Full tuition fees
• Annual travel tickets (subject to regulations)
• Healthcare coverage
• Cash reward upon arrival
• Accommodation
• Access to university facilities and benefits

Programs Available:

• Pre-diploma and diploma programs
• Bachelor’s degree
• Master’s degree
• PhD
• Post-doctoral research

Participating Universities:

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

Eligibility Criteria:

• Open to applicants of all nationalities
• Minimum age: 16 years
• Valid passport (minimum six months validity)
• Proof of financial capability or financial guarantee
• Applicants under 18 must have written consent from a guardian
• Medical report confirming the absence of infectious diseases
• Valid medical insurance

How to Apply:

Eligible students can apply for the external scholarship program by visiting the official platform at Study in Saudi Arabia. From there, they can select their desired university and complete the application online.

This opportunity opens doors for thousands of students seeking quality higher education in one of the Middle East’s fastest-developing academic environments.