All Levels
Study in Saudi Scholarship (Ministry of Education)
UG / PG / PhD Full tuition + stipend + housing + flight
Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
"One of the world's largest women's universities, in Riyadh"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#731 (QS)
PSW VISA
N/A
About Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University
Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University (PNU) in Riyadh became a university in 2007, building on women's colleges from 1970. It is one of the largest women's universities in the world, with health sciences, computer science, business, design and education, and was ranked 731-740 in the QS World University Rankings 2026.
Rankings & Recognition
#731
Ranked 731-740 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 Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman 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 (roots 1970)
University Since
Riyadh
City
Women only
Students
731-740
QS 2026
Study in Saudi
Scholarship
Popular Programs
Health Sciences
Computer Science
Business
Design
Education
Languages
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
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
92%
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
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University is in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with on-campus facilities for students.
Campus Details
Largest
women's university in the world
Women-only
campus in north Riyadh
Own
automated metro on campus
King
Abdullah University Hospital on campus
Free
housing for scholarship students
QS
2027 ranked
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
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 Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman 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 Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman 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
Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University is in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with on-campus facilities for students.
Bachelor's
2
Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University
📍 Riyadh
Bachelor's
Computer Science
Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University
📍 Riyadh
Bachelor's
Business Administration
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