Below are the key dates in the KAUST admissions timeline for entry in 2025. These dates are indicative, and may vary depending on the volumes of applications received. To receive the earliest possible decision from the University, please ensure that you have provided all required documentation in full and are responsive to any invitation to attend interviews and tests. If the decision date stated here that is relevant to your application has passed, please check your email (including your junk mail) and application portal before contacting the Admissions Office for advice.
Spring 2025 Admission
Spring 2025 admission is only open to MS/PhD and PhD applicants.
Activity | Date (Round 1) |
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Applications open | 15 August 2024 |
Applications close * | 1 October 2024 |
Decisions sent to applicants | 14 November 2024 – 1 December 2024 |
Spring semester starts | 26 January 2025 |
* Any application received after this deadline will be automatically rolled into Round 2
Fall 2025 Admission
Fall 2025 admission is open to Postgraduate Diploma, M.S. and Ph.D. applicants.
Activity | Round 2 | |
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Applications open | 15 August 2024 | |
Applications close | 11 January 2025 | |
Decisions sent to applicants | 27 February – 2 March 2025 | |
Fall semester starts | 31 August 2025 |
After Round 2 has closed, the University will accept applications on a rolling-basis for as long as we have space left in our incoming class, which will vary by degree and program. Many programs will have closed. We strongly recommend therefore that you should apply by the Round 2 deadline
Frequently Asked Questions
KAUST will release your results as soon as a final admissions decision is made. We do not have a decision release schedule, however, we endeavor to provide timely decisions as quickly as possible.
Students live in the Harbor, usually in units with private bedrooms and a shared common area and kitchen. There is also family accommodation for students who are married and/or have children living on campus with them.
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