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Umm Al-Qura University Scholarship
by Umm Al-Qura University
🏆 Fully Funded 🟢 Active 🎓 All Levels 🌍 Saudi Arabia
82%
Match
Competitiveness: Medium
Win Probability: 18%  ·  Effort: 6/10  ·  Reward: 10/10
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Award Amount
Tuition + stipend + accom
Duration
Varies
Deadline
Twice yearly
Level
All Levels
Acceptance
15-35%
Difficulty
Moderate

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Instant Application Intelligence

82%
Eligibility Match
18%
Win Probability
6/10
Difficulty
20–35 hours
Time Required
10/10
Reward Score
📋 Overview
💰
Award Amount
Tuition + stipend + accommodation
⏱
Duration
Varies
📍
Study Country
Saudi Arabia
🏛️
Provider
Umm Al-Qura University
🎓
Level
All Levels
📖
Fields
All Fields
🏆
Awards/Year
Varies
📅
Deadline
Twice yearly
Full scholarship for Muslim international students near Makkah.
Who Should Apply
Muslim students from Islamic countries
Education Level
All Levels
Eligible Fields
All Fields
Key Benefits
Full tuition coverage; monthly living stipend; accommodation support
Tags
University
📊 Statistics & Competitiveness
Data not publicly available
Applicants Last Year
Varies
Winners
15-35%
Acceptance Rate
Medium
Competition Level
Competition level: Medium — Acceptance rate: 15-35%
💸 Funding Breakdown
Tuition
Yes
Living Stipend
Yes
Total Award
Tuition + stipend + accommodation
🎓 Tuition Coverage
Yes
🏠 Living Stipend
Yes
🏡 Accommodation
Yes
✈️ Travel Allowance
Yes
💊 Health Insurance
Yes
🎁 Other Benefits
Networking; mentoring; research support (varies by programme)
🔄 Renewable
No
📄 Application Requirements
Essay Required
Yes
Rec Letters
2 letters
Documents Required
  • CV / Resume
  • 2 letters Recommendation Letters
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Passport Copy
  • Yes
  • IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL 90+
  • Interview: Some programmes
📋 Application Process:
1. Apply for admission to the university 2. Check scholarship eligibility 3. Submit scholarship application 4. Academic review 5. Award notification
Islamic studies and Arabic proficiency advantageous
✅ Eligibility Deep Dive
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
OIC Member States
🎓 Academic Level
All Levels
🗣️ English Requirement
IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL 90+
🎂 Age Limit
None specified
💼 Work Experience
None required
🏆 Leadership
Preferred
💰 Financial Need
No
🎯 Target Students
International Students
🗺️ Application Roadmap
1
Apply for admission to the university
⏱ 1-2 weeks Medium
2
Check scholarship eligibility
⏱ 1-2 weeks High ⚠ Rejection Risk
3
Submit scholarship application
⏱ 1 week Medium
4
Academic review
⏱ 1 week Medium
5
Award notification
⏱ Varies Medium ⚠ Rejection Risk
📅 Timeline
📅 Applications Open
Varies (typically 3-6 months before deadline)
⏰ Deadline
Twice yearly
🎤 Interview
Some programmes
🎓 Study Starts
September/October or January (varies)
Varies (typically 3-6 months before deadline)
Applications Open
Prepare your documents and essays
Twice yearly
Applications Close
Submit before this hard deadline
Some programmes
Interview / Shortlisting
Shortlisted candidates notified
After selection
Results Announced
Successful applicants notified
September/October or January (varies)
Study Begins
Course starts at host institution
⚖️ Selection Process
📋 Selection Criteria
Academic excellence; clear study/research plan
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💹 Cost Analysis
Varies
Estimated Study Cost
Tuition + stipend + accommodation
Amount Covered
Minimal
Out of Pocket
Excellent
Value Rating
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Muslim students from Islamic countries
The scholarship provides: Tuition + stipend + accommodation — Full tuition coverage; monthly living stipend; accommodation support
The application deadline is: Twice yearly. Check the official website for the most current information.
Competition level: Medium. Acceptance rate: 15-35%. A strong application is essential.
No
Typically: academic transcripts, passport, English language scores, 2 letters, CV/resume, personal statement/essays. Check the official website for the exact list.
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Last updated: 2026-05-31
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