Artificial Intelligence Scholarship: External Scholarship

As part of achieving the goalsSaudi Vision 2030and enhancing the Kingdom’s position among leading countries in artificial intelligence, theSaudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA)announces the opening of applications for the external scholarship program infields of artificial intelligenceto build qualified national capabilities and support the knowledge-based economy.

External scholarship in top international universities
Full support for researchers and scholarship recipients
Future opportunities in research, development, and entrepreneurship

Available Academic Degrees:

• Bachelor’s

• Master’s

• PhD

Priority Main Fields:

• Artificial Intelligence

• Data Science

• Robotics

• Machine Learning

• Deep Learning

• Computer Vision

• Natural Language Processing (NLP)

• Big Data

• Smart Cities

• Generative AI

• Information Security in AI

• Computer Science

Admission Requirements:

The applicant must be a Saudi national
The qualification from an accredited institution within the Kingdom or an equivalent recognized by the Ministry of Education
The last qualification grade should not be lower thanVery Good
Final acceptance from one of the universities specified in the program
A decision to study abroad from the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques program
The specialization must be within the targeted fields
Study systemFull-timeand full dedication
Passing the personal interview and selection process

Program Benefits:

Program Stages:

1. Apply for the program

2. Screening applicants

3. Announcing accepted candidates

4. Start of the program

About SDAIA

SDAIAis the national authority responsible for leading the general direction of data and artificial intelligence in the Kingdom, working to enable innovation and transform the Kingdom into a global center for artificial intelligence technologies within the goals of Vision 2030.

How to Apply

Application deadline: Available now – starting Sunday, Rabi’ al-Awwal 22, 1447 AH (September 14, 2025)
Official application link: Click here to apply

Required Documents:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• Copy of latest academic qualification

• Final acceptance from the university (if available)

• Any supporting documents (language tests, research experience)

Notes:

• Seats are limited, priority will be given to the most qualified.

• Only candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted.

Frequently Asked Questions (faqs)

What degrees are available?
Bachelor’s – Master’s – PhD

What specializations are required?
All specializations in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and their branches

Is the program open to both genders?
Yes

Is full-time commitment required?
Yes – The program is on a full-time basis