What are the admission requirements for the graduate program to KFUPM?

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The KFUPM offers graduate studies in the following disciplines: Chemical Engineering M.Sc Ph. D. Civil Engineering** M.Sc Ph. D. Electrical Engineering M.Sc Ph. D. Mechanical Engineering M.Sc Ph. D. Petroleum Engineering M.Sc Ph. D. Computer Engineering M.Sc Ph. D. Information and Computer Science M.Sc Ph. D. Systems Engineering M.Sc Ph. D. Chemistry M.Sc Ph. D. Mathematical Sciences M.Sc Ph. D. Geology M.Sc Physics M.Sc. Ph.D.* Industrial Management M.B.A. Accounting M.Accounting Architectural Engineering M.Sc. Construction Engineering & Management** M.Sc. City and Regional Planning M.Sc. * Currently under development. ** Master of Engineering Program is also offered. Graduates in engineering and science from recognized institutions that have a GPA of 3.00 or better (on a 4.00 scale) or equivalent are eligible to apply for admission to the Master's program. Applicants holding a Master's degree equivalent to KFUPM standard from a reputable University with a GPA of 3.50 or above are eligible for admission to the Doctoral Programs. All applicants must have scores of at least 520 in TOEFL and acceptable scores in the Test of Written English (TWE) and GRE (General and Subject) orGMAT as may be applicable. The following documents are required by the Deanship of Graduate Studies to complete the student's application: 1. Completed application form for admission to the Graduate Studies Program including (a) 1 photograph (passport size), and (b) a copy of your passport. 2. Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work completed including degree certificate. 3. A. statement from the applicant's University or College Registrar stating the applicant's rank in his class (required only when this information is not included as part of the official transcript. 4. Three letters of recommendation (attached to the application submitted directly by individuals who are qualified to speak with authority on the applicant's academic record and performance. 5. TOEFL scores, Test of Written English (TWE) and satisfactory GRE. (General and Subject) or GMAT scores. (GMAT scores are required for admission to the MBA or the Master of Accountancy programs.) 6. A one page summary outlining the applicant's previous research and/or his practical. He should also indicate his academic and research interest at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, and work interest after getting his degree. 7. For Ph.D. applicants, the abstracts of the M.S. thesis are required. Note: Additional requirements might be needed later by the applicant department. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE & BENEFITS Research Assistantship for Master's students and Lecturership for Ph.D. students are available for outstanding foreign graduate students who demonstrate exceptional qualifications and performance. Research Assistants and Lecturers-B can expect to spend up to 50% of their time supporting teaching and research activities of the University, with the other 50% devoted to their respective graduate programs. They receive the following benefits: 1. Free tuition. 2. A monthly stipend to cover living expenses. 3. Subsidized meals in the University cafeteria. 4. Essential medical care. 5. Free furnished air-conditioned bachelor housing. 6. Free textbooks. 7. A prepaid air passage for initial travel to Dhahran at the start of the contract and return upon completion of the Degree. Other benefits are also available as applicable within the University policy. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Those students applying for positions as Research Assistants or Lecturers must also complete an application for employment with the University. The form is supplied after approval of the applicant's admission to the Graduate School. APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications for admission to graduate study are made directly to the Deanship of Graduate Studies. Graduate students are admitted for the Fall and Spring Semesters. In-Kingdom applications should be made at least six weeks prior to the start of the semester for which admission is sought. International students should allow a full nine-month period between the date of application and the semester of admission desired in order to allow ample time for evaluation of their applications, interviews, and acquisition of the appropriate visa. For more details and downloading admission application form, please visit http://www.kfupm.edu.sa/gs/