Colleges & Universities in Saudi Arabia

Al Maarefa University

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world rank  6561

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Overview

Founded in 2009, the Al Maarefa University is a for-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large metropolis of Riyadh (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Saudi Arabia, Al Maarefa University (UM) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational Saudi Arabian higher education institution. Al Maarefa University (UM) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 16-year-old Saudi Arabian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this Saudi Arabian higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Al Maarefa University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Al Maarefa University's Entity Typefor-profit

Size

Al Maarefa University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

Al Maarefa University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin) جامعة المعرفة
Acronym UM
Founded 2009
Motto To be a leading private higher education institution in the region
Colours Light blue and gold
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University Location

Address
Riyadh
11597 Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Al Maarefa University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Al Maarefa University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Al Maarefa University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Al Maarefa University.



Al Maarefa University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
over 20,000 US$ (18,225 Euro) Not reported
International
students
over 20,000 US$ (18,225 Euro) Not reported

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Al Maarefa University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Al Maarefa University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 80-89% making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Al Maarefa University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Al Maarefa University's Admission Office Admission Office


Riyadh 11597



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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Al Maarefa University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Al Maarefa University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


Al Maarefa University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Al Maarefa University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a for-profit higher education institution.


Al Maarefa University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a suburban setting.


Al Maarefa University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a quarters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into four distinct terms, or quarters, each typically lasting about 10 to 12 weeks, separated by three short breaks and one longer break.


Al Maarefa University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Al Maarefa University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Al Maarefa University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Al Maarefa University's Library


Al Maarefa University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Al Maarefa University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Al Maarefa University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Al Maarefa University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Al Maarefa University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Al Maarefa University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Al Maarefa University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Al Maarefa University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Al Maarefa University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Al Maarefa University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education of Saudi Arabia

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2009


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Al Maarefa University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • ASIIN


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Al Maarefa University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Arab Universities
  • International Association of UniversitiesCollege of Medicine


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Al Maarefa University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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