King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Dhahran🌍
Middle East

King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Undergraduate strengths: Petroleum Eng, Chemical Eng, Computer Science. Taught primarily in English.

Official site Figures are indicative estimates
The decision

Is King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals right for you?

Best for students who

  • want a supportive route into higher education with realistic entry standards
  • prefer applied, career-focused teaching over research-first departments
  • enjoy a classic student town where the university is the heart of Dhahran
  • need study abroad to stay genuinely affordable
  • are targeting high graduate earnings early in your career
  • are set on Petroleum Eng, Chemical Eng, Computer Science

Maybe not for you if you

  • are specifically chasing a top-25 world ranking on your CV
  • prioritise big-city nightlife and a huge modern urban campus
  • want a subject well outside Petroleum Eng or Chemical Eng

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Undergraduate courses

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Undergraduate entry requirements

Strong STEM; IELTS 6.0.

Entry requirements last verified 1 February 2026 (indicative estimate).

What these grades mean
  • IELTS English language test scored 0-9. Most universities want 6.0-7.5 overall.

Costs (per year)

  • Annual undergraduate tuition (international): €0 – €5,000
  • Living: €5,000 – €10,000

Home fees are typical national rates. Fees last verified 1 February 2026 (indicative estimate) — always confirm on the official site.

Top employers & salary

Saudi AramcoSABICSchlumberger

Salary data last verified 1 February 2026 (indicative estimate).

Typical graduate salary: 45,000–€75,000/yr

Housing & city

Student wellbeing

Most universities provide free or low-cost counselling, GP access for international students, and dedicated international-student offices for visa and settling-in support. Look for the "Student Services" or "Wellbeing" section on the official site for the latest hours and contacts.

Clubs & activities

Expect 100+ student societies covering sport, debate, performing arts, entrepreneurship, faith, and culture. Major intake fairs run in the first weeks of term — joining one society early is the fastest way to build a friend group abroad.

Around campus & Dhahran

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