King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) Fellowships

Applying to KAUST | King Abdullah University Menu Study Study Student Central KAUST offers the following degree programs Master's Program Ph.D. Program Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship TIE Masters Biological and Environmental Science and Engineering Bioscience (B) Bioengineering (BioE) Environmental Science and Eng. (EnSE) Marine Science (MarS) Plant Science (PS) Biomedical Sciences Bioscience (B) Bioengineering (BioE) Computer, Electrical and Mathematical Science and Engineering Applied Mathematics and Computational Science (AMCS) Computer Science (CS) Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) Statistics (STAT) Physical Science and Engineering Chemical Engineering (CE) Chemistry (Chem) Earth System Science and Engineering (ESSE) Materials Science and Engineering and Applied Physics (MSEAP) Mechanical Engineering (ME) Office of the Provost Courses Internships Student Affairs Registrar Academic Calendar Student Handbook Provost Faculty Affairs Alumni Affairs KAUST Library Enrichment Programs Expanding Knowledge KAUST Faculty Commencement Apply to KAUST Research Research KAUST advances science and technology through distinctive and collaborative research. Centers of Excellence Generative AI Renewable Energy and Storage Technologies Smart Health Sustainable Food Security Research Support Lab Equipment Management (LEM) Postdoctoral Support Research in Academic Divisions Biological and Environmental Science and Engineering Biomedical Sciences Division Computer, Electrical and Mathematical Science and Engineering Physical Science and Engineering Division Research Funding Research Funding and Services Research Translation & Partnership (RTP) Research Facilities Research Platforms Core Labs More on Research VP for Research Latest Publications Innovate Connecting Research & Industry From research to impact, building the Kingdom’s future through innovation and partnerships The National Transformation Institute (NTI) About the NTI National Projects Partnerships Commercialization and Consultancy Innovation Ecosystem Innovation Hubs Live Live KAUST provides its community members with both rewarding career opportunities and a wide range of community services to make life on campus enjoyable Live at KAUST Community Life The KAUST Schools KAUST Health Moving to KAUST About About KAUST KAUST is a graduate research university of science and technology renowned by global benchmarks KAUST Overview About KAUST Our Strategy Our Impacts Board of Trustees Office of the President Office of the Provost Office of the VP for Research Office of the Senior Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer The Policy Institute at KAUST Supporting the Kingdom's Vision Innovation and Economic Development Careers Faculty Positions Ibn Rushd Program Researcher Positions Global Postdoctoral Fellowship Explore KAUST Museum Media Relations KAUST Sustainability KAUST Interactive map KAUST Virtual Tour KAUST Photos Galleries Search for Jobs Faculty Positions Our Vision News News Explore the latest Research and Events happening at KAUST KAUST News Latest Stories KAUST Events The latest in Research News KAUST Discovery Applying to KAUST Visit KAUST العربية Top Home Study Applying to KAUST ​​​​​​​​​​​Applying to KAUST Thank you for your interest in King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST). We suggest you carefully review the list of requirements below and prepare your application in advance of the deadline. Application Deadlines ​ APPLICATIONS FOR 2026 ARE CLOSED APPLICATIONS FOR 2027 ENTRY WILL OPEN IN MID-AUGUST Application Requirements​ KAUST requires a minimum TOEFL score of 81 on the IBT (Internet Based Test) or 6.5 on the IELTS (International English Language Testing System). The KAUST admissions code is 4107. Only official TOEFL or IELTS scores will be accepted. TOEFL or IELTS scores for tests administered by an educational institution for admission to that particular institution are not acceptable. A TOEFL or IELTS score is not require…