Internal Scholarships

Scholarships at Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia offers scholarships to non-Saudi students to pursue higher education at Saudi universities. These scholarships aim to convey the message of Islam, promote the learning of the Arabic language, disseminate knowledge, and strengthen cooperation between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and countries around the world in service of humanity.

The Scholarships Department at the Deanship of Admission and Registration at Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University oversees the implementation of scholarship programs at the University. It also regulates admission procedures in accordance with the regulations approved by the Ministry of Education, as stipulated in the Council of Ministers Resolution No. (94) dated 29/3/1431 AH, which governs the admission of non-Saudi scholarship students to higher education institutions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Academic Scholarship:

An academic scholarship is awarded to eligible non-Saudi female students to pursue their studies at Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University.

Types of Academic Scholarships:

·         External scholarships for non-Saudi female students residing outside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

·         Internal scholarships for non-Saudi female students residing in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with a valid residence permit (Iqama).

Internal scholarships:

Admission Requirements for Internal Scholarships:

Applicants for internal scholarships are subject to the same admission requirements and academic regulations applied to Saudi students at Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University and higher education institutions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The following conditions apply:

1.      The applicant must be between 17 and 25 years of age for the bachelor's degree or the diploma program at the Institute of Teaching Arabic to Non-Native Speakers.

2.      The applicant must hold a high school certificate or its equivalent, obtained from inside or outside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

3.      The applicant must have taken the General Aptitude Test and the Achievement Test administered by the National Center for Assessment for admission to a bachelor's degree program or an applied college diploma.

4.      The applicant must not have previously received another scholarship from any educational institution in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

5.      The applicant must not have a previous academic record at Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University.

6.      The applicant must have obtained her high school certificate within the past five years.

7.      The applicant must be medically fit and pass the medical examination required by applicable regulations.

8.      The applicant must not have been dismissed from any educational institution in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

9.      The applicant must hold a valid residence permit (Iqama).

10.  The student must fulfill any conditions specified by the University Council and announced at the time of application.

11.  Tuition fees must be paid after final acceptance, except for students accepted into the diploma program at the Institute for Teaching Arabic to Non-Arabic Speakers, as follows:

Tuition fees for undergraduate students on internal scholarships

Note: The fees listed do not include 15% VAT.

Payment of Tuition Fees:

Tuition fees must be deposited directly into the university account at the Saudi British Bank (SABB), Account No. 075155150004. The payment receipt, stamped by the bank and including the student's name and residency number, must be submitted to the Financial Affairs Department at the Deanship of Admission and Registration.

Students are required to pay tuition fees before the start of each semester. Please note that registration for courses will not be permitted if the tuition fees have not been paid.

Withdrawal Policy:

·         If a student wishes to withdraw before the start of the semester, she must notify the Scholarships Department by email.

·         Students are entitled to a full refund of tuition fees if they withdraw before the official start of the semester.

·         Students may be eligible for a partial refund of tuition fees if they withdraw after the official start of the semester, as follows:

·         After the withdrawal request has been approved, the student must visit the Financial Affairs Unit to claim any refundable fees, if applicable, and submit the following documents:

·         Original residence permit (Iqama).

·         Bank-stamped tuition payment receipt.

·         The student is not entitled to a refund of tuition fees after three weeks have passed from the start of actual study.

Withdrawal and Study Deferral Policy:

1.      If a student submits a request for semester withdrawal within one month from the start of classes, the tuition fees will not be refunded and will be carried forward to the following semester.

2.      If a student submits a request for withdrawal after one month from the start of classes, she will not be entitled to any refund of tuition fees.

3.      No tuition fees will be charged for the deferred semester, provided that the student has no outstanding financial obligations to the University.

4.      If the student enrolls in the summer semester, tuition fees will be calculated based on the number of credit hours registered in major requirements (specialization courses), after reporting to the Financial Affairs Department at the Deanship of Admission and Registration.

5.      The University reserves the right to suspend the student's course schedule and withhold academic results in the event of non-payment of tuition fees, without prior notice. Accordingly, the student is responsible for regularly checking her academic account and the University's website for updates.

6.      Students are responsible for keeping their personal and contact information up to date. The University will not be liable for any consequences arising from inaccurate or outdated information, including failure to receive official notifications.

7.      The university must be notified if the student does not wish to complete her studies.

8.      The student is required to complete her academic studies within the maximum duration permitted by the University.

9.      The student must comply with all University rules and regulations. In the event of any violation, the University reserves the right to terminate the scholarship.

Required Documents for Internal Scholarship Applications:

1.      A high school certificate and academic transcript. If the applicant obtained her high school certificate from outside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, it must be officially equivalized by the Certificate Equivalency Committee at the Ministry of Education.

2.      A valid residence permit (Iqama) for the applicant.

3.      A valid passport for the applicant.

Note: Applicants are required to present the original documents listed above upon receiving final admission for verification purposes.

Admission Criteria for Internal Scholarships at Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University:

·         Applications are open to all majors available in the year of admission, with the exception of health-related majors across all departments, in accordance with Council of Ministers Resolution No. (94) dated 29/3/1431 AH, which regulates the admission of non-Saudi scholarship students to higher education institutions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

·         Non-Arabic-speaking students admitted under the scholarship program are enrolled in the Arabic Language Diploma.

  Admission to bachelor's degree programs for internal scholarship applicants at Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University is based on the composite score, which consists of the combined results of the high school certificate, the General Aptitude Test, and the Achievement Test, in accordance with the criteria specified for each year of admission.

Weighted Score Criteria for Academic Year 1448 AH:

Procedures for Applying for an Internal Scholarship at Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University:

·         Applications are submitted electronically through the “Study in Saudi Arabia" platform for the admission of non-Saudi applicants residing within the Kingdom, in accordance with the application deadlines announced annually on the platform. For more information, please visit the official platform (click here)​. 

·         All required documents must be uploaded through the online application form in PDF or JPEG format and then submitted.

·         Upon successful submission of the application, the applicant will be issued a unique application number and is responsible for tracking the status of her application through the designated electronic registration link.

·         After the applicant receives preliminary approval of the online application, the University, in accordance with the directives of the Ministry of Education, will submit a request for final approval of her admission. The applicant will be notified of the outcome through the contact details provided in the application form.

Termination of Internal Scholarships:

In accordance with the Regulations Governing the Admission of Non-Saudis to Higher Education Institutions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Their Sponsorship, issued pursuant to Council of Ministers Resolution No. (94) dated 29/3/1431 AH. 

If the original duration of the program has ended, it cannot be extended for more than half of its original period.

General Provisions and Notices: 

·         Any application that does not meet the required conditions or lacks the required documents will be excluded.

·         Electronic approval of the application does not constitute final acceptance. Accepted applicants will be notified after final approval is issued by the Ministry of Education.

·         The applicant declares that all information and documents submitted in the application are accurate. If otherwise proven, the University reserves the right to exclude the application.

·         In accordance with the Regulations Governing the Admission of Non-Saudis to Higher Education Institutions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Their Sponsorship, issued pursuant to Council of Ministers Resolution No. (94) dated 29/3/1431 AH.

·         Scholarship students are subject to the residency regulations applicable in the Kingdom.

·         Scholarship students are not permitted to transfer to another university. The University may grant exceptions in cases it deems appropriate.

·         The University is obligated to notify the relevant official authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia of scholarship students whose deferral or withdrawal has been approved, as well as those who discontinue their studies for any reason, in order for the necessary measures to be taken.

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