King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals is a Saudi public university that is considered one of the best universities in the Arab world and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals was officially established by royal decree on 5 Jumada I 1383 (September 23, 1963).
King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals welcomes students from across the Kingdom and around the world, with diverse cultures and wide-ranging talents and interests. Admission to King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals takes place according to the admission criteria announced in each track
The student is suspended from university for at least one semester if any of the following condition are found:
• If the student has a GPA less than (1.00) in any semester
• If the student receives an academic warning or warning in a semester and achieves a quarterly average in the next semester of less than (1.75) out of (4.00)
• If the student receives three consecutive academic warnings
Dismissal study in the preparatory year:
The student is dismissed from the preparatory year program in one of the following cases:
• If the student has received a failed or DN grade or has been credited twice in a row in the same English or mathematics courses
• If the student does not complete all preparatory year program courses within a maximum of half the period to end the preparatory year in addition to the duration of the program
Important note:
The student who has been suspended from school may apply for Re-Admission at least one month from the beginning of the semester following his suspension, and the Academic Admissions and Standing Committee considers the possibility of re-accepting the student to study after the suspension period.
Semester Postpone System:
The student may apply for a postponement of the study for an excuse accepted by the University Council, provided that the duration of the postponement does not exceed two consecutive semesters, or three semesters in a row (maximum), for the duration of his stay at the university, and then fold his restriction thereafter, and the University Council may if necessary the exception.
Academic segregation system:
If the student receives an academic warning (Probation) in 3 consecutive semesters, the student dismisses from the university academic semester and is not entitled to apply to resume studying for the university again.
Frequently Asked Questions
The stages of admission to the university are as follows:
First: The registration stage: where students submit personal data and complete the application.
Second: The initial admission stage (candidacy): in which students are informed that they have met the admission criteria, and they are informed of the major they are accepted in, during which the university is awaiting confirmation of the students' desire to specialize in which they are accepted.
Third: The stage of conditional admission: After the students confirm the desire to specialize in which they are accepted, admission takes place on a conditional basis until the students submit all the required documents, within the specified period.
Fourth: Final Admission Stage: When students meet all admission criteria and requirements, they are notified of final admission.
Fifth: Enrollment in the university: students are given a university number, and they are provided with electronic services, and thus he is considered a male or female student at the university.
For Saudi students:
A copy of the original transcript for high school grades (natural sciences), or the original transcript for secondary school grades (natural sciences) and a certificate of completion of studies.
A recent color photo (in the Saudi dress for the student, and the hijab for the female student, taking into account that the face is not covered), with a white background, and without glasses.
A copy of the national identity card (civil status card).
For non-Saudi students of Saudi mothers:
A copy of the original transcript for high school grades (natural sciences), or the original transcript for secondary school grades (natural sciences) and a certificate of completion of studies.
A recent color photo (in the Saudi dress for the student, and the hijab for the female student, taking into account that the face is not covered), provided that the background of the photo is white, and without glasses.
A copy of the student's residence
A copy of the national identity of the student's mother
A copy of the student's birth certificate
For non-Saudi students:
A copy of the original transcript for high school grades (natural sciences), or the original transcript for secondary school grades (natural sciences) and a certificate of completion of studies.
A recent color photo (in the student's uniform, and the female hijab, taking into account that the face is not covered), with a white background, and without glasses.
A copy of the student's residence
A copy of the student's birth certificate
A copy of the student's passport
The required documents are submitted electronically through the submission site.
The application is electronic, and students are not required to attend, through the registration link https://qabool.kfupm.edu.sa
The admission results will be announced after announcing the achievement test score from the Qiyas Center. Then all students nominated for admission must log into their account immediately (within 24 hours), confirm their desire to join the university, upload documents, and complete the data, otherwise their registration is considered null.