🎓 Saudi Universities Guide
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King Saud University
📍 Riyadh
📅 Founded: 1957
👥 70000+ students
First university established in Saudi Arabia, has 24 colleges and is one of the most prestigious Arab universities
King Abdulaziz University
📍 Jeddah
📅 Founded: 1967
👥 82000+ students
Ranked first locally in international rankings, distinguished in scientific research and innovation
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
📍 Dhahran
📅 Founded: 1963
👥 15000+ students
Specialized in engineering and sciences, one of the best technical universities in Middle East
Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
📍 Dammam
📅 Founded: 1975
👥 45000+ students
Comprehensive university in Eastern Province, has 21 colleges with diverse specializations
Umm Al-Qura University
📍 Makkah
📅 Founded: 1950
👥 75000+ students
Historic university in Makkah, distinguished in Islamic studies and Sharia sciences
Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University
📍 Riyadh
📅 Founded: 1953
👥 60000+ students
Leading Islamic university in Sharia sciences, Arabic and languages
King Faisal University
📍 Al-Ahsa
📅 Founded: 1975
👥 40000+ students
Comprehensive public university in Al-Ahsa, distinguished in medical and agricultural sciences
University of Jeddah
📍 Jeddah
📅 Founded: 2014
👥 60000+ students
Modern university aspiring to leadership in education and scientific research
Qassim University
📍 Buraidah
📅 Founded: 2004
👥 40000+ students
Comprehensive university serving Qassim region with diverse specializations
Taif University
📍 Taif
📅 Founded: 2003
👥 38000+ students
Saudi public university serving Taif region
University of Hail
📍 Hail
📅 Founded: 2005
👥 33000+ students
Public university serving Hail region and surroundings
University of Tabuk
📍 Tabuk
📅 Founded: 2006
👥 30000+ students
Modern university in northern Saudi Arabia
Najran University
📍 Najran
📅 Founded: 2006
👥 25000+ students
Public university in southern Saudi Arabia
Northern Border University
📍 Arar
📅 Founded: 2007
👥 22000+ students
University serving northern region
University of Bisha
📍 Bisha
📅 Founded: 2014
👥 20000+ students
Modern university in southwestern Saudi Arabia
Majmaah University
📍 Majmaah
📅 Founded: 2009
👥 28000+ students
Public university serving Majmaah province
Shaqra University
📍 Shaqra
📅 Founded: 2009
👥 25000+ students
Comprehensive public university in Riyadh region
Islamic University of Madinah
📍 Madinah
📅 Founded: 1961
👥 12000+ students
International Islamic university specialized in Sharia sciences
Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University
📍 Al-Kharj
📅 Founded: 2009
👥 31000+ students
Comprehensive public university in Al-Kharj
Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University
📍 Riyadh
📅 Founded: 1970
👥 60000+ students
Largest women's university in the world, offers comprehensive programs for female students
Alfaisal University
📍 Riyadh
📅 Founded: 2002
👥 3000+ students
Leading private university, distinguished by high-quality academic programs
Prince Sultan University
📍 Riyadh
📅 Founded: 1999
👥 5000+ students
First private university in Saudi Arabia, ABET accredited
Dar Al Uloom University
📍 Riyadh
📅 Founded: 2008
👥 2000+ students
Private university focusing on academic quality
Riyadh Elm University
📍 Riyadh
📅 Founded: 2004
👥 4000+ students
Private university specialized in health sciences
Effat University
📍 Jeddah
📅 Founded: 1999
👥 2500+ students
Leading private women's university in Jeddah
Batterjee Medical College
📍 Jeddah
📅 Founded: 2005
👥 1500+ students
Private college specialized in medical sciences
Information About Higher Education in Saudi Arabia
Higher Education System:
Saudi Arabia has more than 60 universities, both public and private, offering diverse academic programs in various specializations.
Public Universities:
- Free education for Saudis
- Monthly stipends for regular students
- Limited admission based on weighted percentage
- Diverse programs in all majors
Private Universities:
- Variable tuition fees
- More flexible admission criteria
- International academic environment
- Distinctive specialized programs
General Admission Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- General Aptitude Test (Qudurat)
- Achievement Test (Tahsili) for science majors
- Meeting required weighted percentage