Colleges & Universities in Saudi Arabia

Alfaisal University

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world rank  5426

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Overview

Established in 2007, the Alfaisal University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban 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, Alfaisal University is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational Saudi Arabian higher education institution. Alfaisal University 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 18-year-old Saudi Arabian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this Saudi Arabian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Alfaisal University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Alfaisal University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Alfaisal University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Alfaisal University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

Alfaisal University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin) جامعة الفيصل
Acronym
Founded 2007
Motto Faith, Knowledge and Performance
Colours Blue and gray
Mascot
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University Location

Address PO Box 50927
Riyadh
11533 Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Alfaisal University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Alfaisal University Phone Number (1) 440 1626
Alfaisal University Fax Number (1) 440 1626
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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 Alfaisal 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 Alfaisal 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 Alfaisal 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 Alfaisal University.



Alfaisal University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
over 20,000 US$ (18,225 Euro) over 20,000 US$ (18,225 Euro)
International
students
over 20,000 US$ (18,225 Euro) over 20,000 US$ (18,225 Euro)

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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

Alfaisal University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Alfaisal University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 60-69% making it a moderately 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


Alfaisal University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

Alfaisal University has more than 900 international students.

Alfaisal University's Admission Office Admission Office

Office of Admissions, Alfaisla University
Riyadh 50927
(1) 2157829
920000570

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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

Alfaisal 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.


Alfaisal University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

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


Alfaisal University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Alfaisal University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Alfaisal University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Alfaisal University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Alfaisal University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Alfaisal 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


Alfaisal University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Alfaisal University's Library


Alfaisal University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Alfaisal University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Alfaisal University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Alfaisal University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Alfaisal University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Alfaisal University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Alfaisal University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Alfaisal University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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.


Alfaisal University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2007


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • National Commission for Assessment and Academic Accreditation (NCAAA)


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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 Alfaisal University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • International Space University (ISU)
  • King Faisal Specialist Hospital (KFSH)
  • King Abdul-Aziz City for Science and Technology (KACST)
  • Saudi Organization for Industrial Estate and Technology Zones (SOIETZ)


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 Alfaisal University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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