All Levels
Study in Saudi Scholarship (Ministry of Education)
UG / PG / PhD Full tuition + stipend + housing + flight
Northern Borders University
Arar, Saudi Arabia
"A public university in Arar, northern Saudi Arabia"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#1001 (QS)
PSW VISA
N/A
About Northern Borders University
Northern Borders University in Arar, near Saudi Arabia's northern border, was established in 2007. It teaches medicine, engineering, computing, sciences and business, and was included in the QS World University Rankings 2027.
Rankings & Recognition
#1001
Included in the QS World University Rankings 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 Northern Borders 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
2007
Established
Arar
City
Ranked (2027)
QS
Northern Borders
Region
Study in Saudi
Scholarship
Popular Programs
Medicine
Engineering
Computing
Sciences
Business
Education
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
| 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
—
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
3%
Placement Ratio
N/A
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Teaching Language — Arabic, English
—
Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Northern Borders University is in Arar, Saudi Arabia, with on-campus facilities for students.
Campus Details
2007
founded
Arar
main campus in northern Saudi Arabia
Branch
colleges in Rafha & Turaif
Free
housing for scholarship students
Fully
funded scholarships available
Separate
male & female campuses
Campus Forecast
Hot desert climate
Very hot summers (38-44°C)
Cold winters (3-15°C)
Winter nights near freezing
Very low rainfall
Occasional dust storms
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 Northern Borders University
1 scholarship 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; 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 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
Create account
Register on the Study in Saudi portal (studyinsaudi.moe.gov.sa).
2
Choose university
Select Northern Borders 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
Northern Borders University is in Arar, Saudi Arabia, with on-campus facilities for students.
Bachelor's
1
Northern Borders University
📍 Arar
Bachelor's
Computer Science
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