King Faisal University

King Faisal University

Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia

"An agriculture and veterinary-strong public university in Al-Ahsa"

Public University Comprehensive 🌐 www.kfu.edu.sa https://www.kfu.edu.sa

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Ranking #648 (QS)
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About King Faisal University

King Faisal University (KFU) in Al-Ahsa (Hofuf), Eastern Province, was founded in 1975. It is known for agriculture and food sciences, veterinary medicine, medicine and business, and ranked #648 in the QS World University Rankings 2026.

Rankings & Recognition

#648
QS World University Rankings 2026 Ranked #648 in QS 2026; in QS 2027.

Ranked #648 in QS 2026; in QS 2027.

Accreditations & Memberships

Ministry of Education, Saudi Arabia Study in Saudi platform

QS 2026 Performance Breakdown

Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with King Faisal University's global standing for that metric.

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Key Facts

1975 Founded
Al-Ahsa (Hofuf) City
#648 QS 2026
Agriculture, veterinary Strength
Study in Saudi Scholarship

Popular Programs

Agriculture Veterinary Medicine Medicine Business Computer Science Engineering

Application Details

Application Route Study in Saudi portal
Application Fee None (public)
2026-27 Deadline 21 May 2026
Scholarship Fully funded
Age (UG) approx. 30 or under

Standardized Test Requirements

TestMinimum Score
Language
Arabic or English test by programme

Study Abroad & Visa Details

Visa Approval Rate —
I-20 Processing Student visa (university / MoE)
Post-Study Work N/A
Green Card Pathway N/A

Financials

Application Fee No application fee
Avg Scholarship Fully funded (Study in Saudi)

Career Outcomes

15% Placement Ratio
N/A Post-Study Work

Where Graduates Land

Faculty & Alumni

Teaching Language — Arabic, English —

Notable Alumni

Campus & Location

King Faisal University is in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia, with on-campus facilities for students.

Campus Details

1975 founded
Al-Ahsa main campus in Hofuf
UNESCO Al-Ahsa Oasis nearby
Colleges of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine
Fully funded scholarships available
Separate male & female campuses

Campus Forecast

Hot desert climate Extremely hot summers (42-47°C) Mild winters (12-22°C) Almost no rainfall Occasional dust storms Best weather Nov-Feb

Student Life & Housing

Housing

On-campus student housing (free for scholarship students)

Dining

Subsidised campus meals

Health & Wellness

Free healthcare at university clinics / hospitals

Activities & Clubs

Student clubs Sports Cultural events

Diversity & Demographics

Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented

Cost Deep-Dive

Tuition (scholarship students) Free (government funded)
Monthly stipend approx. SAR 850-1,500 (by level)
Housing Free on-campus (scholarship)
Annual flight Return ticket (scholarship)

Intakes & Deadlines

The academic year starts in late August / September. International scholarship applications run through the Study in Saudi portal; the 2026-27 round closed on 21 May 2026, so expect a similar window around May 2027.

Scholarships at King Faisal University

1 scholarship available

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All Levels

Study in Saudi Scholarship (Ministry of Education)

UG / PG / PhD Full tuition + stipend + housing + flight

Deadline: Ask counsellor

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; age approx. 30 or under; Arabic or English by programme.
Postgraduate Recognised bachelor's in a related field; recommendation letters; language as per programme.

English Proficiency

Language

Arabic or English test by programme

Required 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
Create account
Register on the Study in Saudi portal (studyinsaudi.moe.gov.sa).
2
Choose university
Select King Faisal University and your programme.
3
Upload documents
Upload passport, certificates, medical and police clearance.
4
Ministry review
The Ministry of Education reviews and forwards to the university.
5
Admission & visa
Accept the scholarship; the university processes your student visa.
6
Arrive
Travel with the provided ticket and get your Iqama.

Campus & Location

King Faisal University is in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia, with on-campus facilities for students.

2 of 2 courses
Bachelor's 2
King Faisal University
📍 Al-Ahsa
Bachelor's Veterinary Medicine
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: Arabic / English
Duration: 5 years
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline Study in Saudi: approx. May 2027
King Faisal University
📍 Al-Ahsa
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: Arabic
Duration: 4 years
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline Study in Saudi: approx. May 2027

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