KAUST Student Research Program 2025 in Saudi Arabia (Fully Funded)

Are you seeking an exhilarating, fully funded internship offering practical research experience? Consider applying for the KAUST Student Research Program (VSRP) 2025 in Saudi Arabia. This prestigious program ranks among the highest-paying internship opportunities for Bachelor’s and Master’s students worldwide. Additionally, you can select your own start and end dates.

Program Overview

• Country: Saudi Arabia  
• University: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)  
• Duration: 3 to 6 months  
• Financial coverage: Fully funded  
• Application deadline: Open year-round  

Benefits

• A monthly stipend of $1,000 to assist with living costs  
• Private accommodation with a room and bath  
• Coverage for return airfare  
• Access to advanced KAUST laboratories and facilities  
• Involvement in stimulating social activities  

Disciplines

KAUST offers research opportunities across a diverse range of STEM disciplines, including:

• Applied Mathematics and Computational Science  
• Bioengineering  
• Bioscience  
• Computer Science  
• Electrical and Computer Engineering  
• Marine Science  
• Plant Science  
• Statistics  

Eligibility requirements

• Undergraduate: Candidates must be in their third year of a Bachelor’s degree program.
• Graduate: Applicants should be enrolled in a Master’s degree program.
• GPA: A minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale (or 14/20 ECTS B) is necessary.
• English proficiency: A TOEFL score of at least 79 or an IELTS score of 6.5 or above is required.

Necessary documents

• Official Transcripts
• Letter of Recommendation
• Valid Passport
• CV
• Statement of Purpose 

Application process

1. Review the available internship projects listed on the KAUST website.
2. Register for an account and complete your online application.
3. A KAUST faculty member will contact you if selected to discuss the next steps.

APPLY FOR THE KAUST STUDENT RESEARCH PROGRAM IN SAUDI ARABIA