Colleges & Universities in Saudi Arabia

Northern Borders University

country rank  32
world rank  6774

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Overview

Founded in 2007, the Northern Borders University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the medium city of Arar (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Northern Borders. This institution also has a branch campus in Rafha and Turayf. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Saudi Arabia, Northern Borders University (NBU) is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational Saudi Arabian higher education institution. Northern Borders University (NBU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor'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. NBU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Northern Borders University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Northern Borders University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Northern Borders University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium sized

Selectivity

Northern Borders University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin) جامعة الحدود الشمالية
Acronym NBU
Founded 2007
Motto
Colours
Mascot
Video Presentation

University Location

Address PO Box 1321
Arar
73222 Northern Borders
Saudi Arabia
Northern Borders University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Northern Borders University Phone Number (4) 664 4014
Northern Borders University Fax Number (4) 664 4014
Other locations Rafha and Turayf

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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 Northern Borders 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 Northern Borders 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 Northern Borders 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 Northern Borders University.



Northern Borders University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
Not reported Not reported
International
students
Not reported 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

Northern Borders University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Northern Borders 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

Not reported.


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


Northern Borders University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Northern Borders University's Admission Office Admission Office






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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

Northern Borders University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 7,000 to 7,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Northern Borders University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Not reported.


Northern Borders University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Northern Borders University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Northern Borders University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Not reported.


Northern Borders 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.


Northern Borders University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Northern Borders 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


Northern Borders University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Northern Borders University's Library


Northern Borders University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Northern Borders University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Northern Borders University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Northern Borders University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Northern Borders University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Northern Borders University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Northern Borders University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Northern Borders 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.


Northern Borders University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC) of ABET
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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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

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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

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Northern Borders University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


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Northern Borders University's Facebook page review

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YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

Northern Borders University's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


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