- Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
KFUPM's exchange program affords a world-class education, cutting-edge
research facilities, and rich cultural exchange in the heart of Saudi
Arabia's innovation hub. It is located in Dhahran, situated on the
east coast of Arabia on Half Moon Bay and one hour from the border
with Bahrain.
KFUPM's International Student Exchange Program welcomes students from
around the globe, and is highly ranked for Engineering, Math,
Chemistry, and Data Science & AI. Students benefit from generous
support, including free housing, free textbooks, a monthly stipend,
and the unique opportunity to complete an 8-week internship with Saudi
Aramco, the world's leading energy company.
Area(s) of Study
- Chemistry
- Engineering Studies
- Mathematics
- Petroleum And Geosystems Engin
- Civil Engineering
- Geological Sciences
- Natural Sciences
- Physics
2 Programs Available for KING FAHD UNIVERSITY OF PETROLEUM & MINERALS
Sponsored by UT Austin - a University-wide Exchange
Academic Information
Students will take courses alongside international and local students, taught by local faculty. Discuss courses with your academic advisor. Optional 8-week Aramco internship begins in mid-June after the Spring term ends.
Faculty
As a new exchange, courses are still getting evaluated. Click the link to see some syllabi for possible courses .
Language(s) of Instruction
English and Arabic
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- 3.0 GPA (3.5 GPA for optional internship)
- STEM major
- No knowledge of Arabic required
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - Yes
Housing
On-campus housing separated by gender, with fully furnished rooms with essential amenities for each student, including: bed, closet, study desk, chairs.
Open To
Students from all colleges and schools
Program Cost
Monthly stipend, free housing, free textbooks, free local insurance, and discounted meals, are included for every accepted nominees on this exchange.
Dates:
- Program: January 7, 2026 to May 20, 2026
- Instructional: January 11, 2026 to May 20, 2026
- Final Deadline: September 14, 2025
- Program: August 23, 2026 to December 26, 2026
- Instructional: August 23, 2026 to December 26, 2026
- Final Deadline: March 1, 2026
Application Code
090131
Program Coordinator
Daniel E Ach
Additional Resources
Program Website
Brochure
Video
Visa Information
Visa Information
Next Step
1) View advising videos Explore: Education Abroad 101. Attend a live Q&A with questions. 2) View Ready to Apply video. 3) Self-authorize your application via the Get Started link Videos and Q&A: https://global.utexas.edu/abroad/apply/advising.
Sponsored by Cockrell School of Engineering
Academic Information
As a new exchange, courses are still getting evaluated. Click the link to see some syllabi for possible courses. Students will take courses alongside international and local students, taught by local faculty. Discuss courses with your academic advisor. Optional 8-week Aramco internship begins in mid-June after the Spring term ends.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- 3.0 GPA (3.5 GPA for optional internship)
- Good academic standing
- ENGR Major Required
- No knowledge of Arabic required
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - Yes
Housing
On-campus housing separated by gender, with fully furnished rooms with essential amenities for each student, including: bed, closet, study desk, chairs.
Open To
Cockrell School of Engineering
Program Cost
Monthly stipend, free housing, free textbooks, free local insurance, and discounted meals, are included for every accepted nominees on this exchange.
Dates:
- Program: January 7, 2026 to May 20, 2026
- Instructional: January 11, 2026 to May 20, 2026
- Priority Deadline: April 1, 2025
- Final Deadline: September 14, 2025
Application Code
140048
Program Coordinator
Naomi Valdez
Additional Resources
Next Step
Meet with your academic advisor and discuss your degree plan and IDA. Attend a Semester Exchange Info Session with IEE Program Coordinator and Complete the Study Abroad Research Sheet. Meet with the International Engineering Education Program Coordinator, Naomi Valdez to have your MyAbroad application opened.