Thread by @Oludeewon

FAQs about KFUPM Scholarship.

I'm sure many of you have questions about this scholarship, especially for people who already applied before.

So, chill and unwind.

Tag your friends to read some hidden truths about the scholarship:

This link explains everything about the scholarship: kfupm.edu.sa/deanships/dgs/…

It covers MBA, Msc and PhD Scholarships, all fully funded.

Make sure you read everything here, including the financial benefits😎😆.

Also, read all the FAQs here: kfupm.edu.sa/deanships/dgs/…

Que 1: What can I do if I don't have the complete official transcript as stated here:

Ans: You can use your student copy tentatively, but make sure you are working on the official copy, because it will be needed when you eventually get there.

Que 2: What if I don't have TOEFL, GRE and Degree certificates or I don't meet up to the cut-off marks, as shown here:

Ans: Let me tell you one unstated truth:

KFUPM is such an amazing school that your test scores won't affect your admission, although it's not written on the

website.

You can see that these documents are non-mandatory.

Once you meet the mandatory requirements, your admission is sure, although very competitive.

In the admission letter, they will tell you to submit your test scores to secure the admission.

Please try to do it, to increase your chances in other scholarships.

But, if you cannot write the exam, KFUPM will call you irrespective, when your visa is ready.

The school will conduct FREE TOEFL exam for you the second week you get to Saudi. If you pass, it will be waived.

But, know that the TOEFL cannot be used for other schools.

Also, if you can have at least 3.5/4 first semester GP, GRE will be waived.

Can you now see that the test scores do not really matter?

NOTE: They can decide to change the rules this year. But this has been the norm

for many years.

So, If you ask me, I will tell you to write the exam because it will definitely increase your chances in other countries...and who says KFUPM won't make it compulsory soon?

Que 3: Is the scholarship for male and female?

Ans: For now, it's for International male. The school is trying to incorporate females into it, from my personal observation.

Que 4: I heard that KFUPM has issues with visa. I have been given admission since 2018, but yet to be

issued visa. What can I do?

Ans: The truth is that visa issues are in the hands of the Ministry and KFUPM is just one school out of others in the kingdom.

I heard that the Govt regulates the number of visas distributed across the schools.

So, your visa may be delayed for ATLEAST A YEAR, after given the admission letter.

In most cases, many people write the test scores, get admission elsewhere and MOVE ON.

In my own case, I applied in Jan. 2016, got admission in May 2016. But I resumed school in January 2018

because I didn't get offers from other places. So, I was working in Lagos till the visa came.

This is why you should be proactive in this application.

CAVEAT: If you follow Saudi news, you must have heard a lot of reformations taking place.

I heard that the visa issues will

most likely be resolved soon.

But until then, this is the plain, unbiased, undiluted, unstated reality.

I didn't know all these until I got to the kingdom myself.

Que 5: How did you cope in Saudi, being a Christian?

Ans: I am a FREE person and I don't judge.

When I chatted @particular6 and discovered he was there, it gave me the boost.

He survived, and I did too.

I have said in my previous tweets; ignore sentiments about the

country. Your job as a student is to read, enjoy the Riyals and build your future. You will always see people like you everywhere in the world.

I enjoyed my stay there because nobody pressured me about my religion.

In fact, I learnt a lot from them too.

This open mindset is what you need to navigate life.

KFUPM gave me the research background that I am now leveraging on.

Que 6: Tell me about the research and academic life:

Ans: If you don't have at least 3.0/4 semester GPA, your admission and benefits are already shaking.

The academic and research in KFUPM are tough I must say.

They send people home if you don't meet up because they will give you everything you need.

You can save almost 80% of what you earn because everything is almost FREE.

And to whom much is given, ....................

Que 7: What happens after KFUPM?

Ans: Your best bet is the USA and Canada, and of course, other countries.

KFUPM is world standard and is more ranked than many schools in the USA and Canada. (Check online yourself)

So, if you do a good job, you won't have issues going

elsewhere after your studies.

@particular6 @aaslateef @naslek @abdsalaama

Did I miss any point?🤣

Goodluck guys as you apply.

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