Quick Summary
Situated in Medina, Saudi Arabia, Taibah University is a public established in 2003. Ranked #801-850 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 69200 students including 6% from outside Saudi Arabia. Known for strengths in Medicine, Computer Science, Education, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
01
Institutional Profile
Who they are
Strategic location in the holy city of Medina, high research priority, and state-of-the-art medical and engineering facilities.
Subject Strengths
MedicineComputer ScienceEducationLife Sciences
Founded2003
TypePublic
Total Students69200
Intl Students6%
Faculty Ratio22
CampusUrban
Campus SizeLarge
Affiliated HospitalsTaibah University Medical Center, Ohud Hospital, King Fahd Hospital
AccreditationNCAAA (National), ABET (Engineering), ACPE (Pharmacy)
02
Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-850
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801-1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#901-1000
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Applied Medical Sciences, Engineering, Computer Science, Science, Business Administration, Arts and Humanities, Law, Education, Family Sciences
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Strategic Research Center, Center of Excellence in Genomic Medicine Research, Medical Research Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
NCAAA (National), ABET (Engineering), ACPE (Pharmacy)
Accreditation
04
Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate45%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL70
Min GPA3.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International applicants should apply through the 'Study in Saudi' platform. Domestic students must excel in Qudurat and Tahsili exams.
05
Cost Ledger
Amounts in Saudi Riyal
Living Cost
SR24,375/yr
per year · SAR
PG Tuition
SR16,875/yr
per year · SAR
Total Estimated Annual Cost
SR24,375/yr
tuition + living + essentials · SAR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
06
Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Applied Medical Sciences, Engineering, Computer Science, Science, Business Administration, Arts and Humanities, Law, Education, Family Sciences programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Pharmacy | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Computer Science | MBA | 12-24 MO |
07
Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$20,000
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementYes
Industry Connections
Strong links with Saudi AramcoSABICMinistry of Healthand regional engineering firms.
Notable Alumni
Dr. Adnan Al-Mazroue, several members of the Shura Council, and leading regional medical consultants.
08
Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-sized swimming pool, multi-purpose sports halls, football stadiums, fitness centers.
Student Clubs
Scouts, Scientific Club, Reading Club, Volunteer Club, Medical Students Club.
Library Resources
Central Library housing over 200,000 print volumes and extensive digital subscriptions to IEEE, ScienceDirect, and ProQuest.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available