Riyadh: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), in partnership with the US Department of State's Fulbright Program, announced the launch of the inaugural Fulbright-KAUST Graduate Award. This initiative marks the first Fulbright award for a degree-seeking program in Saudi Arabia, welcoming two American students to the Kingdom and advancing collaboration through research and exchange.

According to Saudi Press Agency, KAUST Vice President of Institutional Advancement Professor Arwa Al-Aama stated that the Fulbright-KAUST Graduate Award is a strategic initiative that enhances KAUST's global impact, advances US-Saudi academic diplomacy, and supports Saudi Vision 2030 goals of building a knowledge-driven, innovation-led economy. While in Saudi Arabia, these Fulbrighters will gain firsthand experience of KAUST's research environment and the country's transformation, building lasting professional and cultural bridges. Upon graduation, they will have the potential to strengthen both US and Saudi development through research and innovation.

Consul General of the United States in Jeddah Rafik Mansour highlighted that the groundbreaking Fulbright-KAUST Graduate Award exemplifies the transformative power of the Fulbright Program in building bridges among nations. This pioneering partnership will strengthen cultural ties and advance research collaboration between the United States and Saudi Arabia by providing exceptional American students the opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research alongside world-renowned faculty at KAUST, which produces a significant portion of the Middle East's published scientific research.

The Fulbright Program, the US government's flagship international academic exchange program, has since 1946 provided nearly 450,000 individuals with opportunities to study, teach, and conduct research abroad. A Fulbright award recognizes academic merit, leadership potential, and the ability to act as a cultural ambassador. Alumni include numerous heads of state, Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and MacArthur Fellows.

The program supports KAUST's mission to attract top international talent and push the boundaries of research across disciplines. It provides a fully funded STEM master's degree lasting 18 to 24 months, contributing to Saudi Vision 2030 by strengthening global partnerships and investing in knowledge-based, innovation-driven development.

Located on the Red Sea and home to more than 100 nationalities, KAUST offers American students a unique window into Saudi Arabia. It reflects the diversity of the global research community, fostering cross-cultural understanding and scientific exchange.

Riyadh: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), in partnership with the US Department of State's Fulbright Program, announced the launch of the inaugural Fulbright-KAUST Graduate Award. This initiative marks the first Fulbright award for a degree-seeking program in Saudi Arabia, welcoming two American students to the Kingdom and advancing collaboration through research and exchange.

According to Saudi Press Agency, KAUST Vice President of Institutional Advancement Professor Arwa Al-Aama stated that the Fulbright-KAUST Graduate Award is a strategic initiative that enhances KAUST's global impact, advances US-Saudi academic diplomacy, and supports Saudi Vision 2030 goals of building a knowledge-driven, innovation-led economy. While in Saudi Arabia, these Fulbrighters will gain firsthand experience of KAUST's research environment and the country's transformation, building lasting professional and cultural bridges. Upon graduation, they will have the potential to strengthen both US and Saudi development through research and innovation.

Consul General of the United States in Jeddah Rafik Mansour highlighted that the groundbreaking Fulbright-KAUST Graduate Award exemplifies the transformative power of the Fulbright Program in building bridges among nations. This pioneering partnership will strengthen cultural ties and advance research collaboration between the United States and Saudi Arabia by providing exceptional American students the opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research alongside world-renowned faculty at KAUST, which produces a significant portion of the Middle East's published scientific research.

The Fulbright Program, the US government's flagship international academic exchange program, has since 1946 provided nearly 450,000 individuals with opportunities to study, teach, and conduct research abroad. A Fulbright award recognizes academic merit, leadership potential, and the ability to act as a cultural ambassador. Alumni include numerous heads of state, Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and MacArthur Fellows.

The program supports KAUST's mission to attract top international talent and push the boundaries of research across disciplines. It provides a fully funded STEM master's degree lasting 18 to 24 months, contributing to Saudi Vision 2030 by strengthening global partnerships and investing in knowledge-based, innovation-driven development.

Located on the Red Sea and home to more than 100 nationalities, KAUST offers American students a unique window into Saudi Arabia. It reflects the diversity of the global research community, fostering cross-cultural understanding and scientific exchange.