Alfaisal University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
"A private not-for-profit English-medium university in Riyadh"
At a Glance
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#801 (QS)
PSW VISA
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About Alfaisal University
Alfaisal University is a private, not-for-profit university in Riyadh, established by the King Faisal Foundation in 2002. It teaches in English and is known for medicine, engineering, business and pharmacy. It is in the 801-850 band of the QS World University Rankings 2027.
Rankings & Recognition
#801
Ranked 801-850 in QS 2026 and 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
Ministry of Education, Saudi Arabia
Private university
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Alfaisal University's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
2002
Founded
Riyadh
City
Private not-for-profit
Type
English
Teaching
801-850
QS 2027
Popular Programs
Medicine
Engineering
Business Administration
Pharmacy
Computer Science
Life Sciences
Application Details
Application Route
University online portal
Tuition
Fee-paying (private)
Teaching Language
English
English Test
IELTS / TOEFL (by programme)
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
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Language
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Arabic or English test by programme |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
Student visa (university / MoE)
Post-Study Work
N/A
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
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Avg Scholarship
N/A
Career Outcomes
6%
Placement Ratio
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Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Teaching Language — English
Colleges — Business, Engineering, Medicine, Science, Pharmacy
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Alfaisal University is in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with on-campus facilities for students.
Campus Details
801-850
in QS 2026
2002
founded by King Faisal Foundation
36.7-acre
palace campus in central Riyadh
5
colleges including Medicine
34%
international students
39
nationalities on campus
Campus Forecast
Hot desert climate
Extremely hot summers (40-46°C)
Mild winters (10-22°C)
Almost no rainfall
Occasional dust storms
Best weather Nov-Feb
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Campus or private housing (fee-paying)
Dining
Subsidised campus meals
Health & Wellness
Health insurance required
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports
Cultural events
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition
Private, fee-paying (see university)
Living cost
Depends on city and housing
Intakes & Deadlines
The academic year starts in late August / September. Apply directly to the university; check its admission calendar.
Scholarships at Alfaisal University
0 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Indian Class 12 (attested) with good marks; English-taught programmes need IELTS / TOEFL.
Postgraduate
Recognised bachelor's in a related field; recommendation letters; language as per programme.
English Proficiency
Language
Arabic or English test by programmeRequired Documents
Passport (6+ months validity)
Class 10 and 12 certificates (attested)
Bachelor degree + transcripts (PG)
Medical fitness certificate
Police clearance certificate
Passport photos
English / Arabic test (by programme)
Recommendation letters (PG)
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick an English-taught programme on Alfaisal University.
2
Apply online
Submit the online application with transcripts and English scores.
3
Admission
Receive the admission letter and fee details.
4
Pay & visa
Pay the deposit; the university supports the student visa.
5
Arrive
Travel to Saudi Arabia and get your residence permit (Iqama).
Campus & Location
Alfaisal University is in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with on-campus facilities for students.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Medicine (MBBS)
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Bachelor's
Business Administration
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