Study in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia invites international students to study at its universities through the official Study in Saudi platform, run by the Ministry of Education. You apply there, choose an institution and a program, and the institution decides on admission.

Application window · আবেদনের সময়

Closed Next window: verification required

The platform lists the 2026 second-semester application period for international and resident students as 16 September to 6 October. That window has closed. No next window was published as of 23 October 2026. Source: Study in Saudi, Timeline, checked 23 Oct 2026

Funding types · অর্থায়নের ধরন

Study in Saudi uses three funding types: Full Scholarship, Partial Scholarship and Paid Study (self-funded). Source: Study in Saudi, Scholarships & Visa Guide, checked 23 Oct 2026

Benefits are set program by program. For example, one Islamic University of Madinah PhD program with a Partial Scholarship lists a tuition waiver, a monthly stipend and travel tickets as included, and accommodation and medical insurance as not included. Always read the benefits on the program’s own page. Source: Study in Saudi, program details, checked 23 Oct 2026

A student cannot hold two scholarships for the same degree level. Source: Study in Saudi, FAQ, checked 23 Oct 2026

General requirements · সাধারণ শর্ত

To study in Saudi Arabia you must be at least 16, hold a valid passport, have a medical report showing you are free of infectious diseases, and provide certificates attested as the institution requires. Source: Study in Saudi, FAQ, checked 23 Oct 2026

Educational visas need a passport valid for at least 6 months from entry, an acceptance from a licensed institution, and proof of funds or a financial guarantee. Applicants under 18 need written guardian consent. Long-term (1-year) visas also need a medical report, medical insurance and proof of proficiency in the language of study; students of Arabic are exempt from the language proof. Source: Study in Saudi, Scholarships & Visa Guide, checked 23 Oct 2026

Each program also lists its own required attachments, such as a previous degree. Check them on the official program page.

General, Alia and Qawmi backgrounds · সাধারণ, আলিয়া ও কওমি

Verification required

We have not yet found an official source that states how Alia or Qawmi madrasah certificates are treated for admission. Do not assume every certificate is accepted in the same way. Check the required attachments on each program’s official page, and confirm with the university before you apply. We will update this section once we have an official source.

Universities · বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়

Being listed here does not mean a scholarship is currently open.

Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University

جامعة الإمام محمد بن سعود الإسلامية

Riyadh · 57 programs listed on Study in Saudi

As of 23 Oct 2026, Study in Saudi lists no Full Scholarship programs for this university. Its listings include Partial Scholarship programs (Bachelor, Diploma and PhD) for international applicants.

Last verified 23 Oct 2026

Islamic University of Madinah

الجامعة الإسلامية بالمدينة المنورة

Madinah · 53 programs listed on Study in Saudi

As of 23 Oct 2026, Study in Saudi lists no Full Scholarship programs for this university. Its listings are Partial Scholarship (mostly Master's and PhD for international applicants) and Paid Study.

Last verified 23 Oct 2026

Jouf University

جامعة الجوف

Sakaka · 4 programs listed on Study in Saudi

As of 23 Oct 2026, Study in Saudi lists 2 Full Scholarship Bachelor programs for international applicants: Sharia, and the Scientific Engineering Track.

Last verified 23 Oct 2026

King Abdulaziz University

جامعة الملك عبدالعزيز

Jeddah · 138 programs listed on Study in Saudi

As of 23 Oct 2026, Study in Saudi lists 58 Full Scholarship programs for international applicants: 42 thesis-based Master's and 16 PhD.

Last verified 23 Oct 2026

King Khalid University

جامعة الملك خالد

Abha · 11 programs listed on Study in Saudi

As of 23 Oct 2026, Study in Saudi lists 1 Full Scholarship program for international applicants: Bachelor in Usul al-Din (Fundamentals of Religion).

Last verified 23 Oct 2026

King Saud University

جامعة الملك سعود

Riyadh · 87 programs listed on Study in Saudi

As of 23 Oct 2026, Study in Saudi lists 34 Full Scholarship Bachelor programs for international applicants.

Last verified 23 Oct 2026

Northern Border University

جامعة الحدود الشمالية

Arar · 31 programs listed on Study in Saudi

As of 23 Oct 2026, Study in Saudi lists 2 Full Scholarship Bachelor programs for international applicants: Islamic Studies, and Arabic for Non-Native Speakers.

Last verified 23 Oct 2026

Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University

جامعة الأميرة نورة بنت عبدالرحمن

Riyadh · 54 programs listed on Study in Saudi

A women's university. As of 23 Oct 2026, Study in Saudi lists 27 Full Scholarship programs for international applicants (26 Bachelor, 1 Diploma).

Last verified 23 Oct 2026

Qassim University

جامعة القصيم

Buraydah · 173 programs listed on Study in Saudi

As of 23 Oct 2026, Study in Saudi lists no Full Scholarship programs for this university.

Last verified 23 Oct 2026

Taibah University

جامعة طيبة

Madinah

Not in Study in Saudi's government university list as of 23 Oct 2026. The university's own international admissions page (revised 21 Oct 2026) says applications go through Study in Saudi. For bachelor's study it requires applicants aged 17 to 24 and a secondary certificate obtained within the last five years. It does not state benefits or dates.

Last verified 23 Oct 2026

Umm Al-Qura University

جامعة أم القرى

Makkah · 201 programs listed on Study in Saudi

As of 23 Oct 2026, Study in Saudi lists no Full Scholarship programs for this university. Its listings are Partial Scholarship (Diploma to PhD) and Paid Study.

Last verified 23 Oct 2026

Verified programs · যাচাইকৃত প্রোগ্রাম

Common questions · সাধারণ প্রশ্ন

Where do I apply?

On the Study in Saudi platform (studyinsaudi.sa). Your application goes to the institution you choose, which reviews it and decides on admission. Source: Study in Saudi, FAQ, checked 23 Oct 2026

What does “under procedure” mean?

Your application is being reviewed by the institution. Follow it on the platform until an acceptance or rejection decision is issued. Source: Study in Saudi, FAQ, checked 23 Oct 2026

Can I change my details after applying?

Contact details can be changed at any time. Other application data cannot be changed after you submit. Residence or passport number, gender and nationality cannot be changed. Source: Study in Saudi, FAQ, checked 23 Oct 2026

Does Abrar Academy apply for me?

No. Abrar Academy gives free guidance and preparation courses. You apply yourself on the official platform.