The admission process starts with an application to the College of Graduate and Interdisciplinary Studies. The applicant must fill out all related forms, which can be obtained from the College of Graduate and Interdisciplinary Studies office or website. The applicant must also submit the following:

• A letter of intent
• Graduation certificates
• Transcripts
• At least three reference letters
• Official IELTS/TOEFL scores report

MS CS applicants must have a BS in Computer Science or a related discipline from a recognized institution whose undergraduate programs are comparable to KFUPM’s content and quality. All applicants must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 out of 4.0. For an applicant to be admitted to the MS CS program, he must have a strong background in the following core areas of computer science:

• Data Structures
• Computer Architecture
• Algorithms
• Programming Languages
• Database Systems
• Computer Networks
• Operating Systems

An unsatisfactory background in any of these areas is considered a deficiency. Provisional admission may be granted to otherwise qualified students with some core background deficiencies. Students with deficiencies must take the appropriate course(s) at KFUPM. Any deficiency must be completed with a grade of B or better before a status change to regular is realized.

Partnerships For The Goals

Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development

Peace, Justice, And Strong Institutions

Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all, and build effective, accountable, and inclusive institutions at all levels

Climate Action

Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts

Responsible Consumption And Production

Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns

Sustainable Cities And Communities

Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable

Reduced Inequality

Reduce inequality within and among countries.

No Poverty

End poverty in all its forms everywhere

Good Health And Well-Being

Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages

Quality Education

Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all

Gender Equality

Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls

Clean Water And Sanitation

Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all

Affordable And Clean Energy

Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all

Decent Work And Economic Growth

Promote sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all

Industry, Innovation, And Infrastructure

Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and foster innovation