•A four-year Bachelor's Degree (for Master's applicants) or a Master's Degree (for PhD applicants) from a recognized institution.

•A Grade-Point Average (GPA) of at least 3.00 on a scale of 4.00 or equivalent.

•Proficiency in English: TOEFL iBT score of 68+ or IELTS score of 6.0+ (scores must be valid within 2 years).

•Acceptable General GRE score (required for most programs, though waivers may exist for graduates of highly ranked universities).

•Three letters of recommendation submitted through the online system.

•Statement of Purpose (one page).

•Copy of identification (Passport for international applicants).

•Complete official transcripts.

King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM) in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, offers fully funded opportunities for distinguished graduate applicants who demonstrate high potential for conducting original research. The Deanship of Graduate Studies manages admissions for both Master's and PhD programs across various disciplines in Engineering, Sciences, and Business. The scholarship is highly competitive and is open to both local and international students. Applications are generally processed in two cycles (Fall and Spring) per year.

•Full tuition fee waiver.

•Monthly stipend to cover living expenses.

•Free furnished air-conditioned bachelor housing.

•Essential medical care.

•Free textbooks.

•Subsidized meals in the university cafeteria.

•A prepaid air passage for initial travel to Dammam at the start of the contract.

•A return ticket after his/her completion of the degree.

•Funding for projects and conference participation.