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Effat University
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
"A private university for women in Jeddah"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#851 (QS)
PSW VISA
N/A
About Effat University
Effat University is a private, non-profit university for women in Jeddah, established in 1999. It teaches mainly in English and offers architecture, engineering, computer science, business, psychology and visual arts. It was ranked 851-900 in the QS World University Rankings 2026.
Rankings & Recognition
#851
Ranked 851-900 in QS 2026; in QS 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
Ministry of Education, Saudi Arabia
Private university
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Effat University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Employer Reputation
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Faculty Student Ratio
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Citations per Faculty
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Key Facts
1999
Founded
Jeddah
City
Women only
Students
Mainly English
Teaching
851-900
QS 2026
Popular Programs
Architecture
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Business
Psychology
Visual Arts
Application Details
Application Route
University online portal
Tuition
Fee-paying (private)
Teaching Language
English
English Test
IELTS / TOEFL (by programme)
Students
Women only
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
N/A
Avg Scholarship
N/A
Career Outcomes
75%
Placement Ratio
N/A
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Teaching Language — English, Arabic
Colleges — Humanities, Business, Engineering, Architecture & Design
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Effat University is in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, with on-campus facilities for students.
Campus Details
1999
founded
1st
private women's university in Saudi Arabia
4
colleges
2.2k+
students
25+
countries represented
King
Faisal Foundation institution
Campus Forecast
Hot humid coastal climate
Very hot summers (35-40°C)
Warm winters (20-30°C)
High humidity year-round
Very low rainfall
Red Sea coast location
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 Effat 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 Effat 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
Effat University is in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, with on-campus facilities for students.
Bachelor's
2
Effat University
📍 Jeddah
Bachelor's
Architecture
Effat University
📍 Jeddah
Bachelor's
Computer Science
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