King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #894 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #175 of 5,830 | In Asia |
| #4 of 38 | In Saudi Arabia |
| #16 of 1,420 | For Petroleum Engineering |
| Top50% | For 138 other topics |
Quick Review
- Gender
- All male
- Acceptance rate
- 17%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Master
- Website
- kfupm.edu.sa
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 17% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Secondary school certificate (Tawjahiya) or equivalent, entrance examinations. Students from abroad considered on merit |
| Academic Calendar | September to June (September - January; February-June). Also Summer Session |
We've calculated the 17% acceptance rate for King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals is a world-class research university with 38,398 scientific papers published and 906,828 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Quantum and Particle physics, Environmental Science, Materials Science, Biology, Organic Chemistry, Computer Science, and Geology.
King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 258 | 834 |
| 1994 | 320 | 911 |
| 1995 | 358 | 1002 |
| 1996 | 368 | 1072 |
| 1997 | 372 | 1180 |
| 1998 | 322 | 1280 |
| 1999 | 343 | 1452 |
| 2000 | 318 | 1779 |
| 2001 | 342 | 1870 |
| 2002 | 716 | 3315 |
| 2003 | 494 | 3320 |
| 2004 | 514 | 3713 |
| 2005 | 469 | 4395 |
| 2006 | 592 | 5372 |
| 2007 | 565 | 5814 |
| 2008 | 511 | 6555 |
| 2009 | 680 | 7892 |
| 2010 | 870 | 9615 |
| 2011 | 981 | 12091 |
| 2012 | 1039 | 15055 |
| 2013 | 1137 | 17749 |
| 2014 | 1303 | 21399 |
| 2015 | 1477 | 25013 |
| 2016 | 1480 | 29175 |
| 2017 | 1656 | 35463 |
| 2018 | 1757 | 44100 |
| 2019 | 1882 | 52381 |
| 2020 | 2301 | 68259 |
| 2021 | 2489 | 83886 |
| 2022 | 2836 | 96597 |
| 2023 | 3180 | 113122 |
| 2024 | 2954 | 125549 |
| 2025 | 1968 | 120486 |
Tuition
The tuition table for King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Cost (per year) |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | 45,000 SAR |
| Master's Degree | 60,000 SAR |
| PhD Degree | 75,000 SAR |
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | No | No | No |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | No | No | No |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | No | No | No |
| Bachelor's Degree | Accountancy, Actuarial Science, Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, Architecture, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Automation, Environmental Engineering, Finance, Geology, Geophysics, Industrial Chemistry, Industrial Engineering, Information Management, Management, Marketing, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum and Gas Engineering, Physics, Regional Planning, Software Engineering, Statistics, Structural Architecture, Town Planning |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, Applied Physics, Architecture, Biological and Life Sciences, Business Administration, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Networks, Computer Science, Construction Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Automation, Engineering Management, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Studies, Geology, Geophysics, Industrial Engineering, Information Management, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum and Gas Engineering, Physics, Regional Planning, Software Engineering, Statistics, Structural Architecture, Town Planning |
| Doctorate | Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Automation, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Geophysics, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum and Gas Engineering, Physics |
King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals alumni
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Abdulaziz bin Salman
- Years
- 1960-.. (age 66)
- Occupations
- politicianminister
- Biography
-
Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud is a Saudi royal, one of the sons of King Salman and one of the grandsons of Saudi's founder King Abdulaziz, and a politician who has served as the Saudi Arabian minister of energy since September 2019. He is the first royal to serve as energy minister. He was the assistant oil minister of Saudi Arabia between 2005 and 2017. In 2017, he was made state minister for energy affairs.
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Amin H. Al-Nasser
- Years
- 1960-.. (age 66)
- Occupations
- business executiveengineermerchantbusinessperson
- Biography
-
Amin Hassan Nasser is the President and CEO of Saudi Aramco, the world's largest oil producer. He became acting president and chief executive in May 2015 before assuming the position permanently in September 2015. During his tenure at Aramco, he has criticized fossil fuel divestment and promoted expansion and investment into oil production.
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Khalid A. Al-Falih
- Occupations
- entrepreneurpolitician
- Biography
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Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih is a minister of state and member of Council of Ministers of Saudi Arabia, and he served as Minister of Investment of Saudi Arabia from 25 February 2020 to 12 February 2026. He served as Minister of Energy of Saudi Arabia and chairman of Saudi Aramco. He also has previously served as the Saudi Arabian Health Minister and Aramco's CEO.
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Ghazi Mashal Ajil al-Yawer
- Occupations
- engineerpolitician
- Biography
-
Ghazi Mashal Ajil al-Yawar is an Iraqi politician. He was the vice president under the Iraqi Transitional Government in 2006, and was interim president of Iraq under the Iraqi Interim Government from 2004 to 2005. He also served as the president of the Governing Council of Iraq in 2004 following the US-led coalition invasion.
King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals faculties and divisions
| Centre : Information Technology | Information Technology |
|---|---|
| Centre : Research Excellence in Nanotechnology | Nanotechnology |
| Centre : Research Excellence in Renewable Energy | Environmental Engineering |
| College : Computer Sciences and Engineering | Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Sciences, Systems Analysis |
| College : Engineering | Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum and Gas Engineering |
| College : Environmental Design | Architecture, Construction Engineering, Regional Planning, Structural Architecture, Town Planning |
| College : Petroleum Engineering and Geosciences | Earth Sciences, Petroleum and Gas Engineering |
| College : Sciences | Biological and Life Sciences, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics |
| Research Division : Applied Physical Sciences | Laser Engineering, Physics |
| Research Division : Communications and Computer Research | Communication Studies, Computer Science |
| Research Division : Economics and Management Systems | Business Administration, Economics, Management |
| Research Division : Engineering Research | Energy Engineering, Engineering, Materials Engineering, Urban Studies |
| Research Division : Environment and Water | Environmental Studies, Marine Science and Oceanography, Water Management |
| Research Division : Petroleum and Minerals | Geological Engineering, Geophysics, Mineralogy, Petroleum and Gas Engineering |
| Research Division : Refining and Petrochemicals | Chemical Engineering, Petroleum and Gas Engineering |
| School : Business | Accountancy, Business Administration, Finance, Information Technology, Management, Marketing |
General information
| Alternative names | KFUPM جامعة الملك فهد للبترول والمعادن |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1963 |
| Accreditation | Ministry of Education |
| Motto | Lord increase my knowledge |
Location and contacts
| Address | P.O. Box 5016 Dhahran, 31261 Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|
| City population | 138,000 |