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Scholarship

Kingdom University’s Scholarship of Excellence

Review key eligibility criteria before applying.

A World-Class Opportunity. For Saudi Ambition.

Kingdom University is pleased to announce merit-based scholarships for the Fall 2026 intake.

Scholarships with awards of up to 100% of tuition will be granted to exceptional Saudi students joining selected high-demand programs in business, engineering, and computing. These programs are designed by Arizona State University and allow students to graduate with two degrees: one from Kingdom University and one from Arizona State University.

 

These scholarships recognize academic excellence and are awarded to applicants who meet the approved admission and scholarship criteria. Explore the eligible programs and review the scholarship eligibility criteria before applying. Note all scholarship awards are subject to final University approval.

 

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Key criteria

Key eligibility criteria

  • Saudi national
  • Qudurat 85+
  • Tahsili 85+
  • IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
  • GPA above 90% of Saudi High School certificate (or its equivalent) awarded within the last 5 years.

What programs can I gain a scholarship for?

  • Bachelor of Science (BS) in Artificial Intelligence in Business
  • Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science
  • Bachelor of Science (BS) in Software Engineering
  • Bachelor of Science (BS) in Electrical Engineering
  • Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Applied Business and Technology Solutions
Review the eligibility criteria and FAQs prior to applying.
Scholarship eligibility and FAQs

Scholarship Eligibility


  • Saudi national
  • Qudurat 85+
  • Tahsili 85+
  • IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
  • GPA above 90% of Saudi High School certificate (or its equivalent) awarded within the last 5 years.

  • Saudi nationals
  • Applicants who meet Kingdom University’s general admission requirements
  • Applicants to one of the five scholarship programs
Test Minimum score
Saudi High School certificate GPA above 90%
General Aptitude Test (Qudurat) 85
Academic Achievement Test (Tahsili) 85
English IELTS Academic 5.5 / TOEFL iBT 51 / Duolingo 95 / STEP 75
SAT I (American Diploma) 1200
A-Levels (British curriculum) Two relevant subjects, grade A
IB Diploma 30
Program Accepted tracks
Electrical Engineering General (Natural Science) • Health and Life • Computer Science and Engineering
Software Engineering General (Natural Science) • Health and Life • Computer Science and Engineering
Computer Science General (Natural Science) • Health and Life • Computer Science and Engineering
Artificial Intelligence in Business General (Natural Science) • Health and Life • Computer Science and Engineering • Business Administration
Applied Business and Technology Solutions General (Natural Science) • Health and Life • Computer Science and Engineering

Studied a different curriculum? Kingdom University assesses your qualifications for equivalency.

To be considered for the scholarship, the applicant must submit official and verifiable academic records, standardized test scores, and any other documents required by the University.

Step 1: Check you meet the eligibility criteria.

Step 2: Complete your application before 30 July 2026. If you have already completed an application and you meet the eligibility criteria, you will be automatically considered for the scholarship.

Step 3: Applicants shortlisted for a full scholarship must successfully pass an interview as part of the final selection and approval process.

Step 4: Scholarships will be awarded and announced on 13 August 2026.

Awards go to the highest-ranked applicants, based on available seats, verified documents, and final University approval.

As a scholarship recipient, you will be an official student ambassador for Kingdom University (KU) and expected to perform duties to support KU as part of your role.

Additional selection requirements may also apply.

Once you are awarded the scholarship as part of your contract with Kingdom University, you will need to maintain the required academic performance and follow Kingdom University regulations each semester.

All other requirements, such as ambassador duties, will be stated in the contract.

Kingdom University reserves the right to amend, suspend, or cancel scholarship criteria in accordance with university policy.

A Kingdom University scholarship does not guarantee progression or credit transfer to ASU programs.

Further details will be provided as part of your scholarship contract.

  • Students awarded a scholarship must maintain the required academic performance and comply with Kingdom University regulations to continue receiving the scholarship.
  • Meeting the minimum scholarship criteria does not guarantee receiving a scholarship.
  • Scholarship awards are subject to seat availability, program capacity, applicant ranking, document verification, and final University approval.
  • Kingdom University may apply additional selection or admission requirements where deemed necessary.
  • All submitted academic records, test scores, and supporting documents must be official, valid, and verifiable.
  • Kingdom University reserves the right to amend, suspend, or cancel scholarship criteria in accordance with university policy and governance approvals.