King Abdullah University of Science and Technology English Requirements
Saudi Arabia
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) is a graduate-level research university located in Thuwal, Saudi Arabia. Founded in 2009, it offers M.S. and Ph.D. programs in science and engineering disciplines and is known for its advanced research facilities and international community of over 120 nationalities. All programs are taught in English, and admitted students typically receive the KAUST Fellowship covering tuition, living allowance, housing, and medical coverage.
Quick answer
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology accepts Cambridge English, IELTS Academic, Linguaskill, PTE Academic, and TOEFL iBT for international admission.
Graduate requirements
The university-wide standard for graduate and postgraduate international applicants. Individual programs may require higher scores.
| Duolingo English Test | Unknown | |
| TOEFL iBT | 810–120≈41–6 | |
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | |
| PTE Academic | 62 | |
| Cambridge English | 176 | |
| Linguaskill | 176 |
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