Scholarships and Discounts

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Scholarships and Discounts

Alfaisal University has developed a comprehensive system of scholarships that will provide the opportunity for qualified students to pursue their higher education in the university, develop into excellent scholars and researchers, and significantly contribute to the well-being future of our kingdom and the region.

*Please be advised that if you are currently sponsored by a third party for your studies at Alfaisal University, you are not eligible to apply for or receive any of the scholarships offered by the university. Third-party sponsorship includes, but is not limited to, financial support provided by governments, organizations, or other external entities.*

Available scholarships and discounts at Alfaisal University:

  1. College of Science and General Studies Scholarships

College of Science and General Studies scholarship offers a 50% reduction of the University tuition fees for selected high achiever students.

Eligibility Criteria

  • The applicant must be accepted in the College of Science and General Studies.
  • Prospective applicant must possess outstanding academic records as demonstrated by grades, extra-curricular activities that show social engagement or leadership, standardized test scores (such as Qudrat, Tahseely, SAT, ACT, ACT Subjects, AP, or IB)
  • The College of Science and General Studies Distinguished Science Scholarship is available for both domestic and International students.
  • Maintain a minimum of 2.50 CGPA while enrolled in the University.

Guidelines

Students must maintain continuous enrollment of 12 or more credit hours and maintain the minimum required GPA as specified in the scholarship guidelines. Enrollment and GPA are reviewed at the end of each semester. Students are placed on probation during the first semester when they fail to meet scholarship requirements. This probationary period is granted to allow the student time to regain eligibility. If the student does not regain eligibility within the probationary period, the scholarship is revoked.

Application Process

There are no applications for this scholarship.

The Distinguished Science Scholarship will be automatically awarded to the student’s account after meeting all criteria listed above and registering for a minimum of 12 credit hours.

  1. The Athletic Scholarships

The Athletic Scholarships aims to recognize and support outstanding student-athletes who demonstrate exceptional talent and commitment in their respective sports.

Athletic Award Categories

  • Olympic Medal 100% (Full Scholarship)
  • Olympic Qualified 50% of the university tuition fees
  • Regional Medal 50% of the university tuition fees
  • National Medal 50% of the university tuition fees
  • Member of any Saudi National Team 30% of the university tuition fees

 

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for an athletic scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be admitted to or currently enrolled in a full-time undergraduate program at Alfaisal University.
  • The student must gain their award representing the Saudi Federation.
  • Demonstrate outstanding athletic performance and potential in their respective sport.
  • To qualify for and to maintain an athletic scholarship, students must demonstrate ongoing active participation in their respective sport.
  • Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Exhibit leadership qualities and a commitment to community service.
  • Comply with all university policies and regulations, including those related to athletics.


 

*All students who receive the Alfaisal Athletic Scholarship are required to compete under the university’s name in their respective sport, provided the sport is offered and supported by Alfaisal University.

 

  1. Need-based Scholarships

Alfaisal University offers a scholarship program to help the undergraduate students who have financial difficulties from all countries to achieve their academic goals based on the following criteria:

Criteria

  • Student must be an undergraduate student.
  • Student must meet admission criteria of Alfaisal University
  • Student must apply for Need-Based form through admission application.
  • Student must confirm his/her admission acceptance in Alfaisal University (paying seat confirmation fees and submitting the original documents).
  • Providing a proof of financial need.
  • Demonstrated academic excellence Academic (standardized tests (Qudrat, Tahseely, SAT, ACT, ACT Subjects, AP, or IB tests).
     

Application Process

Scholarship Coverage

  • Bachelor: 20% of the tuition fees

Required Documents

  • Fill out the "Need-Based E-Form" and upload it to the Online Admission Application.
  • Salary certificate contains (total salary plus all allowances in details, Employer stamp, Employer Signature, Chamber of commerce stamp and the date of the letter issuance should not exceed one month, Salary letters should be issued from same sponsor mentioned on Iqama).
  • Account Bank Statement for last 3 months with bank stamp
  • Family National ID/Family Members IQAMA including parents
  • House Rent Contract If property not owned or Electricity/Water Bill If you own the property.

Important Notes

  • Applying for this scholarship does not mean being awarded; scholarships seats and funds are limited. Only top students will be rewarded based on the above criteria and the availability of seats and funds.
  • All applications will be thoroughly reviewed and evaluated. Scholarships results require the approval of multiple parties, which might delay the final results. Therefore, Alfaisal University will not be held liable for any delay.
  • Students cannot get both Need-Based & Merit-Based scholarships at the same time.
  • Scholarships Office will evaluate your performance (CGPA) by the end of every Fall & Spring semester. If your CGPA drops below 3.50 but still above 3.00, you will be given one semester to raise it. If you fail to do so or your CGPA drops below 3.00 at the end of any semester, the scholarship will be completely terminated.
  • Summer semester tuition fees are not covered by the scholarship.

 

  1. Merit-based Scholarships

Criteria

The following table shows the minimum criteria for merit scholarship nomination of undergraduate students. However, meeting these criteria does not mean being awarded a scholarship as the scholarship seats and funds are limited. Only a limited number of students will be awarded based on below criteria and the availability of funds.

 

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*Since SATII is canceled, students must provide one alternative score equal to the college requirement.

Achieving the minimum required scores does not necessarily mean receiving the scholarship.

Note:

  • College of Business: Tahsily, SAT II or AS scores will be considered as an additional factor.

Application Process

  • The Deanship of Student Affairs will process the merit-based Scholarship following student's confirmation of acceptance and paying the 20,000 SAR for Seat Reservation and Tuition fee first instalment.

Scholarship Coverage

  • Bachelor: 20% of the tuition fee.

Important Notes:

  • Scholarship funds are limited; being nominated for a scholarship doesn't mean being awarded; priority will be given to students with good academic standing.
  • Student cannot get both Need & Merit-Based scholarships at the same time.
  • Scholarship Office will evaluate your performance (CGPA) by the end of every Fall & Spring semester. If a student fails to attain a cumulative GPA of 3.50 out of 4.00 by the end of any of the two semesters, the scholarship will be terminated immediately.
  • Summer semester tuition fees are not covered by the scholarship.
  • The University reserves the right to cancel the scholarship program without any prior notice and without any liability.

 

  1. Dean’s List

Dean's List is awarded at the end of each academic year for continued students with 3.75 GPA and its 20% of tuition fees.

  • Student's must complete at least 30 CH of AU courses (UPP courses are excluded).
  • Student's must obtain a CGPA of 3.75/4.00 or above by the end of each academic year.
  • Summer semester tuition fees are excluded.

The University reserves the right to cancel Dean's List program without any prior notice and without any liability.

The College of Science and General Studies offers the Distinguished Science Scholarship opportunities for excellent students pursuing a College of Science and General Studies degree.

 

6.Sibling discount

The Sibling Discount is granted to siblings enrolled in Alfaisal University based on the following criteria:

  • All siblings must be enrolled in full-time undergraduate degree in Alfaisal University (master’s degree siblings are excluded)
  • The sibling discount is applicable in Fall and Spring semesters only.
  • The sibling must provide evidence of relationships.
  • The new applicant can apply through the admission application attaching a copy of national IDs or Iqama's of both siblings.
  • 15% discount will be granted to the second sibling and 25% for each successive siblings.
  • There is no need to re-apply each year.

The University reserves the right to cancel Sibling Discounts program without any prior notice and without any liability.

 

  1. Duration of scholarships

The student must maintain scholarship requirements throughout his/her study to sustain the scholarship. The scholarship will continue until the student graduates from Alfaisal University and will cover:

  • One year for the University Preparatory Program.
  • Four years for the College of Engineering, Business, Law or Science.
  • Six years for the College of Medicine or Pharmacy
     
  1. Change of specialization

The student is not permitted to change his/her major without approval from the Academic Deans of the colleges concerned and the Scholarship Awards Committee.
 

  1. Termination of scholarships

The Office of Scholarship and Financial Assistance may terminate a student's scholarship on the recommendation of a college or the Scholarships Committee under any of the following conditions:

  • Unsatisfactory academic progress by not maintaining the required CGPA
  • Personal or disciplinary issues that prevent continued attendance as reported by the Dean of the student's college.
  • Withdrawal from the university.
  • Not graduating within the recommended timeframe specified for completing the bachelor’s degree program