Quick Summary
Public in Taif, Saudi Arabia — Taif University, est. 2004. Ranked #801-850 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 50000 students including 5% from outside Saudi Arabia. Known for strengths in Pharmacy, Medicine, Chemistry, it maintains an acceptance rate of 25%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Taif University offers world-class research facilities in a temperate climate, providing tuition-free high-quality education for citizens and excellent scholarship opportunities for international students.
Subject Strengths
PharmacyMedicineChemistryElectrical EngineeringMathematics
Founded2004
TypePublic
Total Students50000
Intl Students5%
Faculty Ratio19
CampusUrban
Campus Size800 acres
Affiliated HospitalsKing Abdulaziz Specialist Hospital,King Faisal Medical Complex
AccreditationNCAAA (National Center for Academic Accreditation and Evaluation),ABET,CCNE
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-850
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801-1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor,Master,PhD,Executive Master,Associate Degrees
Programs
14
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Renewable Energy Research Center,Center of Excellence in Biomedical Research,Social Research Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
NCAAA (National Center for Academic Accreditation and Evaluation),ABET,CCNE
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate25%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL60
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission for Saudi citizens is heavily weighted on GAT (Qudurat) and Tahsili scores. International students should apply via the 'Minhati' scholarship portal.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Saudi Riyal
Living Cost
SR24,375/yr
per year · SAR
Total Estimated Annual Cost
SR24,375/yr
tuition + living + essentials · SAR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$2,400
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor,Master,PhD,Executive Master,Associate Degrees programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Pharmacy | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Computer Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Business Administration | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$20,000
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
Saudi AramcoSABICMinistry of HealthSTC
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic Swimming Pool,Football Stadium,Indoor Sports Hall,Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
Scientific Club,Debate Club,English Language Club,Voluntary Work Club
Library Resources
Prince Sultan Central Library with access to Saudi Digital Library (SDL)
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available