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King AbdulAziz University

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Overview

Established in 1967, the King AbdulAziz University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the metropolis of Jeddah (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Makkah. This institution also has a branch campus in Rabegh. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Saudi Arabia, King AbdulAziz University (KAU) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational Saudi Arabian higher education institution. King AbdulAziz University (KAU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 57-year-old Saudi Arabian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 20-29% making this Saudi Arabian higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. KAU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

King AbdulAziz University's Control Typepublic

Entity

King AbdulAziz University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

King AbdulAziz University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

King AbdulAziz University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

University Identity

Name
Name (Non Latin) جامعة الملك عبد العزيز
Acronym KAU
Founded 1967
Colours Green and white
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University Location

Address PO Box 80208
Jeddah
21589 Makkah
Saudi Arabia
King AbdulAziz University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
King AbdulAziz University Phone Number +966 (2) 640 0000
King AbdulAziz University Fax Number +966 (2) 695 1996
Other locations Rabegh

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following King AbdulAziz University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify King AbdulAziz University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This King AbdulAziz University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at King AbdulAziz University.

King AbdulAziz University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic King AbdulAziz University's admission information.

King AbdulAziz University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


King AbdulAziz University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has King AbdulAziz University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

King AbdulAziz University's acceptance rate range is 20-29% making this institution a very selective higher education institution.


King AbdulAziz University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

King Abdulaziz University has more than 6900 international students.

King AbdulAziz University's Admission Office Admission Office

PO Box 80200
Jeddah 21589
(2) 6952222


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for King AbdulAziz University.

King AbdulAziz University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

King AbdulAziz University has an enrollment range of 30,000-34,999 students making it a very large-sized institution.


King AbdulAziz University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 4,000-4,499 academic employees (Faculty).


King AbdulAziz University's Control Type Control Type

King AbdulAziz University is a public higher education institution.


King AbdulAziz University's Entity Type Entity Type

King AbdulAziz University is a non-profit higher education institution.


King AbdulAziz University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


King AbdulAziz University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

King AbdulAziz University does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of King AbdulAziz University's main facilities:


King AbdulAziz University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit King AbdulAziz University's Library


King AbdulAziz University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


King AbdulAziz University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.


King AbdulAziz University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

This institution has an institutional hospital that is owned and operated by the university. Institutional hospitals are typically affiliated with medical schools and provide a range of medical services to patients, while also serving as a teaching hospital for medical students and residents.


University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of King AbdulAziz University's main services:


King AbdulAziz University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

King AbdulAziz University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

King AbdulAziz University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


King AbdulAziz University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

King AbdulAziz University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


King AbdulAziz University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

King AbdulAziz University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education of Saudi Arabia

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1967


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important King AbdulAziz University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC) of ABET
  • Association for Dental Education in Europe (ADEE)
  • National Accreditation Board (ANAB)
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

King AbdulAziz University's Facebook page King AbdulAziz University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

King AbdulAziz University's X (formerly Twitter) page King AbdulAziz University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

King AbdulAziz University's YouTube channel King AbdulAziz University's official YouTube channel

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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Free Online Courses

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