RIYADH – Saudi Arabia has officially announced a golden opportunity for international students around the world, including Pakistanis, to apply for fully funded scholarships for the 2025 academic year through its centralized “Study in Saudi Arabia” platform.
This initiative, launched by the Kingdom’s Ministry of Education, is designed to attract talented students from across the globe to pursue higher education in one of the most rapidly advancing academic environments in the Middle East.
What’s on Offer?
Students can apply for a wide range of academic programs including pre-diploma, diploma, undergraduate, master’s, PhD, and even post-doctoral research across top public universities in Saudi Arabia. What makes this program even more appealing is that the application process is free, and students don’t have to apply separately to individual universities. Instead, they can choose their preferred institution directly through the “Study in Saudi Arabia” online platform.
Fully Funded Support
This generous scholarship program covers:
• 100% tuition fees
• Annual round-trip travel tickets (as per regulations)
• Comprehensive healthcare
• Cash reward upon arrival
• Free accommodation
• Access to all university facilities
This ensures that students not only receive top-notch education but also enjoy a comfortable and secure living experience in the Kingdom.
Application Deadlines
Interested students should take note of the following deadlines:
• Bachelor’s programs: Apply by June 14, 2025
• Master’s and PhD programs: Apply by October 31, 2025
Top Universities You Can Choose From
More than 25 prestigious Saudi universities are participating in the program, including:
• King Saud University
• King Abdulaziz University
• Umm Al-Qura University
• King Khalid University
• King Faisal University
• Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University (women-only)
• Imam Muhammad ibn Saud Islamic University
• Northern Border University
• Taibah University
• University of Hail
• And many more
These universities offer a wide range of disciplines, from Islamic studies and humanities to engineering, business, IT, medicine, and advanced sciences.
Who Can Apply?
The scholarship is open to students of all nationalities, including Pakistanis. To be eligible, applicants must:
• Be at least 16 years old
• Hold a valid passport with at least six months’ validity
• Provide a medical report showing no infectious diseases
• Have valid medical insurance
• Show proof of financial support or a financial guarantee
• Applicants under 18 must submit written guardian consent
How to Apply?
Eligible students should visit the official Study in Saudi Arabia platform, choose their desired university and program, and complete the application online.
A Gateway to Excellence
This initiative reflects Saudi Arabia’s commitment to becoming a global hub for education and research, as part of its Vision 2030 development plan. For Pakistani students and others worldwide, this is a chance to gain a world-class education, explore a vibrant culture, and become part of a growing global academic community.
