Student Research Program 2025 at KAUST, Saudi Arabia 

Kind Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) offers a Visiting Student Research Program (VSRP) for UG and PG students in Saudi Arabia. Students in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) can choose the research topic provided by the institute with over 100 faculty-led projects, that align with their interests. This is a fully-funded 3-6 months internship program that covers tuition fees, housing, and return flights, and provides a monthly stipend for living expenses. the duration of the internship is made flexible for the students to choose the date of their work. This year-round flexibility helps create an international community of interns from top universities. The students can get exposure to hands-on techniques in research or co-op experience, and many interns find it excellent preparation for future graduate studies.

To apply, you need to create an account followed by filling out an application form. If your application gets accepted, the faculty member will contact you to discuss further details. You can find the Research Project here.

Details of Visiting Student Research Program (VSRP)

• Host Institute: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Saudi Arabia
• Duration: 3 to 6 Months
• Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
• Deadline: Open All Year

Financial Benefits

• Monthly Stipend of $1,000
• Private Accommodation
• Return Airfare Covered
• Lab & Facility Access
• Social Activities

Internship Areas in STEM

Applied Mathematics and Computational Science

• Bioengineering
• Bioscience
• Computer Science
• Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Marine Science
• Plant Science
• Statistics

Required Documents

• Updated CV
• Official Transcript(s)
• Letter of Recommendation
• Statement of purpose
• Passport