Quick Summary
Jouf University is a public founded in 2005, located in Sakaka, Saudi Arabia. Ranked #701-750 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 31000 students including 5% from outside Saudi Arabia. Known for strengths in Mathematics, Chemical Engineering, Medicine, it maintains an acceptance rate of 35%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Jouf University offers free education for domestic students and full scholarships for international Muslim students, with high research rankings in the Middle East.
Subject Strengths
MathematicsChemical EngineeringMedicineComputer Science
Founded2005
TypePublic
Total Students31000
Intl Students5%
Faculty Ratio17
CampusUrban/Suburban
Campus Size1,200,000 square meters
Affiliated HospitalsKing Abdulaziz Specialist Hospital,Prince Mutaib bin Abdulaziz Hospital,Jouf University Medical College Hospital
AccreditationNCAAA (National Center for Academic Accreditation and Evaluation)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#701-750
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
College of Medicine,College of Engineering,College of Science,College of Computer and Information Sciences,College of Pharmacy,College of Applied Medical Sciences,College of Business Administration,College of Arts,College of Education
Programs
PhD in Arabic Language,PhD in Education,PhD in Islamic Jurisprudence
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Renewable Energy Research Center,Health Research Center,Center for Dates and Olives Research
Research Centers
High
Research Output
NCAAA (National Center for Academic Accreditation and Evaluation)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate35%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL60
Min GPA3.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline Β· August 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline Β· January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International applicants should apply through the 'Minhaty' portal. Domestic students must focus on high scores in GAT (Qudrat) and SAAT (Tahsili).
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Saudi Riyal
Living Cost
SR24,375/yr
per year Β· SAR
PG Tuition
SR20,625/yr
per year Β· SAR
Total Estimated Annual Cost
SR24,375/yr
tuition + living + essentials Β· SAR
Scholarships AvailableGovernment Scholarship for Non-Saudis,Academic Merit Scholarship,Monthly Living Stipends
Avg Scholarship$3,500
Financial AidMonthly stipend for local students (approx. 1000 SAR)
Work-StudyNot Available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from College of Medicine,College of Engineering,College of Science,College of Computer and Information Sciences,College of Pharmacy,College of Applied Medical Sciences,College of Business Administration,College of Arts,College of Education programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Cyber Security | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Pharmacy | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$16,000
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementMandatory clinical rotations and engineering internships provided through partners.
Industry Connections
SABICSaudi AramcoMa'adenMinistry of Health
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University Stadium, Indoor Sports Hall, Swimming Pools, Fitness Center
Student Clubs
Scout Club, Cultural Club, Voluntary Work Club, Innovation Club
Library Resources
Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Library, access to Saudi Digital Library (SDL)
Exchange Programs
Saudi University Internal Exchange,International Summer Research Internships
Summer Programs
Intensive Arabic for Non-Native Speakers,Cybersecurity Bootcamp