Quick Summary
Situated in Al-Kharj, Saudi Arabia, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University is a public established in 2009. Ranked #951-1000 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 28500 students including 2.1% from outside Saudi Arabia. Known for strengths in Pharmacy, Computer Science, Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It offers modern facilities, high-quality research output, and is located in a strategic growth zone near the capital, Riyadh.
Subject Strengths
PharmacyComputer ScienceEngineeringMedicine
Founded2009
TypePublic
Total Students28500
Intl Students2.1%
Faculty Ratio18:1
CampusUrban
Campus SizeLarge
Affiliated HospitalsUniversity Hospital in Al-Kharj
AccreditationNCAAA,ABET,ACPE
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#951-1000
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor of Medicine,Bachelor of Surgery,Bachelor of Engineering,Bachelor of Computer Science,Bachelor of Business Administration,Bachelor of Pharmacy,Master of Business Administration
Programs
Education,Educational Leadership
PhD Programs
General Education Courses,Professional Development Diplomas
Online Programs
Center for Health Research,Engineering and Science Research Center,Prince Sattam Research Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
NCAAA,ABET,ACPE
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate45%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL65
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline Β· August 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline Β· December 20
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on high GAT (Qudrat) and Tahsili scores for domestic students; international applicants should provide verified academic transcripts and English proficiency.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Saudi Riyal
Living Cost
SR27,000/yr
per year Β· SAR
PG Tuition
SR20,625/yr
per year Β· SAR
Total Estimated Annual Cost
SR27,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials Β· SAR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$3,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyNot Available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor of Medicine,Bachelor of Surgery,Bachelor of Engineering,Bachelor of Computer Science,Bachelor of Business Administration,Bachelor of Pharmacy,Master of Business Administration programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Information Systems | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Pharmacy | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$19,500
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementMandatory for medical and engineering tracks
Industry Connections
SABICSaudi AramcoSTCMinistry of Health
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic Stadium,Gymnasium,Indoor Swimming Pool,Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
Innovation Club,Voluntary Work Club,Reading Club,Sports Club
Library Resources
Central Library Al-Kharj,Digital Library Access,Specialized Medical Library
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available