Are you dreaming of pursuing higher education in Saudi Arabia, but worried about the financial burden? Well, worry no more! The Umm Al-Qura University Scholarship for 2024 might just be the golden ticket you’ve been searching for. Let’s delve into this incredible opportunity that could pave the way for your academic success.
Established in 1979 with its main headquarters in Makkah, Umm Al-Qura University has grown from humble beginnings to become a renowned center for learning and research in Saudi Arabia. Over the years, it has earned a reputation for academic rigor and excellence, attracting students and scholars from across the globe.
Umm Al-Qura University Scholarship Programs
The University offers fully funded scholarships to Saudi and non-Saudi students studying at the university for all levels of study. The available scholarships at Umm AlQura University can be classified into three types as follows:
A. Umm Al-Qura University Internal Grants: This is a financial assistance for Saudi students residing in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
B. Umm Al-Qura University External Scholarships is awarded to students who are non-Saudi citizens from other cities outside the Saudi Kingdom.
C. Umm Al-Qura University Staff Scholarships is awarded to UQU academic, technical and administrative staff and doctors to raise their efficiency in order to reach an advanced academic and professional level.
To get a scholarship at Umm Al-Qura University, interested candidates are required to first secure admission into the University.
How to Get Admission into Umm Al-Qura University
Admission can be obtained into Umm Al-Qura University into any of the following programs and modes of admission:
- Postgraduate Studies Program
- Bachelor’s Degree Programs
- Diploma Programs
- Preparatory Year Programs
- Transfer to UQU
Study Programs at Umm Al-Qura University
Diverse courses are available for these programs in any of the following Faculty and Colleges:
Medicine colleges
- College of Medicine
- College of Applied Medical Sciences
- College of Dentistry
- College of Public Health and Health Informatics
- College of Pharmacy
- College of Nursing
Science and engineering colleges
- College of Sciences
- College of Engineering and Architecture
- College of Computers
Shari’ah and administration colleges
- College of Shari’ah and Islamic Studies
- College of Da’wa and Islamic Theology
- College of Administration and Economy
- College of Judicial Studies and Regulations
Colleges of Humanities and Educational Sciences
- College of Arabic Language
- College of Education
- College of Social Sciences
- Arabic Language for Non-native Speakers
- Makkah Community College
- College of Designs and Arts
- English Language Center
Branch colleges
- Qunfudah Campus
- Al-Leith Campus
- Jamoum Campus
- Adham Campus
The bachelor’s degree is awarded to graduates of secondary schools in the various fields of scientific and theoretical specialties, which have been built according to a highly academic and professional academic plan. It is necessary for students to complete all the study modules allocated for each plan.
Requirements for Admission Umm Al-Qura University Bachelor Program:
- The applicant must be holding secondary school certificate (or an equivalent) from the Saudi Kingdom or abroad.
- The secondary school certificate or its equivalent must be a recent one (not exceeding 5 years). For the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Health Sciences, the secondary school certificate should not be more than 2 years old.
- The student must pass the required admission tests (General Aptitude Test [GAT] and the Summative Assessment), organized by the National Center for Assessment, if required by the desired department.
- The student must pass any other exam or interview required by the college (recitations, judicial studies, physical education, art education, Shari`ah, etc.)
- The applicant must have not been dismissed from the UQU University or any other university for disciplinary reasons.
How to Apply for Admission
- The admissions into Umm Al-Qura University is made once before the beginning of the academic year.
- Application is through the Unified Admission Portal at https://uquweb.uqu.edu.sa/admission/
- Preference is given to applicants who meet the stated conditions and standards and according to the capacity of the colleges of the university.
- Candidates are required to pass personal interviews and admission tests for the departments that require this.
- Candidates confirm/accept admission after the announcement of admission results.
- The university number is then issued after the admission has been confirmed.
Umm Al-Qura University Scholarship Procedures
- After the student has secured admission, the next step is to apply for the scholarship through the Scholarship Department by filling the request for support form located here.
- The nominee starts obtaining an admission from a foreign university. At this step the nominee is provided with the financial guarantee by the Department to start contacting the foreign universities.
- After receiving the admission, the nominee submit it together with the English language study approval to his relevant department to obtain a decision of approval or disapproval through the department council.
- The Head of the Department forwards the admission approval obtained by the nominee together with the English language study approval to the Dean of the College to take decision in this regard through the college’s council.
- The minutes of the college council are forwarded to the President of the University for approval.
- After obtaining the approval of the University President, the letter is referred to the University Vice President for Postgraduate Studies and Scientific Research to submit this letter before the standing committee for scholarship and training in the university accompanied by a presentation memo and the support documents before the committee, to review them click here.
- The department reviews the letter during the meeting of the scholarship and training committee after making sure that all the requirements are met.
- After the meeting of the committee the minutes of the meeting are prepared and then forwarded to the university president to obtain the necessary approval.
- After obtaining the university president approval the letter is forwarded to the secretary general of the university council to be reviewed before the university council.
- Upon the approval of the university council, the president of the university approves the nominee’s scholarship.
- According to the decision of His Excellency University President, the scholarship student is entitled to request the department to issue the executive decision via the e-services displayed on the website of the Scholarships Department.
- After the issuance of the executive decision, a copy of it is sent to the relevant authorities inside and outside the university including the cultural attaché at the country of the scholarship. Then the student on scholarship can get a copy executive decision after obtaining the entry visa and submitting the necessary pledges.
Benefits of Umm Al-Qura University Scholarship
The Umm Al-Qura University Scholarship offers a range of benefits to successful applicants.
Financial Support
One of the primary benefits of the scholarship is financial support to cover tuition fees and living expenses.
Tuition Fees Coverage
Scholarship recipients receive funding to cover the cost of tuition fees, ensuring that financial constraints do not prevent them from pursuing higher education.
Living Expenses
In addition to tuition fees, the scholarship also provide support for living expenses such as accommodation, food, and transportation, making it easier for students to focus on their studies without worrying about financial matters.
Academic Opportunities
In addition to financial support, the scholarship program also offers academic opportunities to help students excel in their chosen field of study.
Research Grants
Scholarship recipients have access to research grants to support their academic and scholarly pursuits. This funding can be used to conduct research projects, attend conferences, or publish academic papers, enhancing the student’s academic profile and preparing them for future success.
Internship Opportunities
The university also facilitate internship opportunities for scholarship recipients, allowing them to gain practical experience in their field of study. Internships provide valuable hands-on experience and networking opportunities, helping students develop the skills and contacts they need to succeed in their chosen career path.
Application Deadline
Applications for Admission is on a yearly basis, application for Scholarship at Umm AlQura University is however all year round.
How to Apply
Interested applicants can visit the Unified Admission Portal at https://uquweb.uqu.edu.sa/admission/ to start application for admission, after which you can apply for scholarship at the Umm Al-Qura University Scholarship portal at https://uqu.edu.sa/en/scholar/10000
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