King Khalid University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #2110 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #580 of 5,830 | In Asia |
| #6 of 38 | In Saudi Arabia |
| #402 of 2,490 | For Dentistry |
| Top50% | For 131 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 70%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Master
- Website
- kku.edu.sa
- Languages
- Arabic;English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 70% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Higher secondary school certificate |
| Academic Calendar | September to June |
We've calculated the 70% acceptance rate for King Khalid University based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
King Khalid University is a world-class research university with 34,137 scientific papers published and 517,595 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Physics, Environmental Science, Quantum and Particle physics, Materials Science, Medicine, Organic Chemistry, and Computer Science.
King Khalid University majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 6 | 37 |
| 1994 | 8 | 48 |
| 1995 | 16 | 38 |
| 1996 | 13 | 73 |
| 1997 | 21 | 86 |
| 1998 | 20 | 90 |
| 1999 | 25 | 104 |
| 2000 | 69 | 110 |
| 2001 | 60 | 157 |
| 2002 | 70 | 161 |
| 2003 | 64 | 233 |
| 2004 | 87 | 336 |
| 2005 | 75 | 386 |
| 2006 | 87 | 520 |
| 2007 | 90 | 612 |
| 2008 | 107 | 779 |
| 2009 | 124 | 1051 |
| 2010 | 149 | 1281 |
| 2011 | 231 | 1416 |
| 2012 | 320 | 1978 |
| 2013 | 402 | 2509 |
| 2014 | 409 | 3408 |
| 2015 | 430 | 3931 |
| 2016 | 515 | 4586 |
| 2017 | 636 | 5517 |
| 2018 | 1034 | 7579 |
| 2019 | 1756 | 11840 |
| 2020 | 2357 | 21333 |
| 2021 | 4304 | 35980 |
| 2022 | 5454 | 63749 |
| 2023 | 5998 | 95566 |
| 2024 | 5717 | 135782 |
| 2025 | 4110 | 143161 |
Tuition
The tuition table for King Khalid University gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Cost (per year) | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | 15,000 | Saudi Riyal |
| Master's Degree | 20,000 | Saudi Riyal |
| Doctoral Degree | 25,000 | Saudi Riyal |
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by King Khalid University.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bachelor's Degree | Administration, Arts and Humanities, Computer Science, Dentistry, Education, Engineering, English, Medicine, Pharmacy |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | Accountancy, Applied Linguistics, Arts and Humanities, Biological and Life Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Education, Electrical Engineering, English, Information Technology, Laboratory Techniques, Mass Communication, Mathematics, Media Studies, Modern Languages, Physics, Translation and Interpretation |
| Doctorate | Administration, Applied Linguistics, Arabic, Arts and Humanities, Education, English, Finance, Koran, Law, Linguistics, Literature, Natural Sciences, Translation and Interpretation |
Notable alumni
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Ahmed Mater
- Occupations
- painterperformance artistinstallation artistconceptual artistphotographer
- Biography
-
Ahmed Mater is a doctor–turned–artist who uses photography, film, video art, and text alongside traditional techniques such as painting, and calligraphy.
King Khalid University faculties and divisions
| College : Applied Medical Sciences | Community Health, Laboratory Techniques, Medical Auxiliaries, Medical Technology |
|---|---|
| College : Arts Education | Curriculum, Education, Educational Technology, Humanities and Social Science Education, Preschool Education |
| College : Arts Education | Art Education, Curriculum, Educational Technology, Humanities and Social Science Education, Religious Education, Teacher Training |
| College : Arts Education | Art Education, Curriculum, Educational Technology, Humanities and Social Science Education, Preschool Education, Religious Education, Teacher Training |
| College : Community College | Business Administration, Information Technology, Laboratory Techniques, Medical Auxiliaries, Medical Technology |
| College : Community College | Accountancy, Information Technology |
| College : Community College | Business Administration, Information Technology |
| College : Community College | Accountancy, Business Administration, Information Technology, Laboratory Techniques, Medical Auxiliaries, Medical Technology, Physical Therapy |
| College : Community College | Business Administration, Information Technology, Laboratory Techniques, Medical Auxiliaries, Medical Technology |
| College : Community College | Business Administration, Information Technology |
| College : Computer Science | Computer Engineering, Computer Networks, Computer Science, Information Technology |
| College : Dentistry | Dental Hygiene, Dental Technology, Dentistry, Oral Pathology |
| College : Education | Chemistry, English, Islamic Studies, Physics |
| College : Education | Chemistry, English, Islamic Studies, Mathematics, Physics |
| College : Education | Chemistry, English, Home Economics, Islamic Studies, Mathematics, Physics |
| College : Education | Arabic, English, Islamic Studies, Physics |
| College : Education | Curriculum, Education, Educational Psychology, Pedagogy, Special Education |
| College : Education | Chemistry, English, Home Economics, Islamic Studies, Mathematics, Physics |
| College : Engineering | Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering |
| College : Financial and Administrative Sciences | Accountancy, Business Administration, Business Computing, E-Business/Commerce |
| College : Health Sciences | Midwifery, Nursing |
| College : Health Sciences | Anaesthesiology, Epidemiology, Laboratory Techniques, Medical Auxiliaries, Medical Technology, Nursing, Public Health |
| College : Health Sciences | Health Sciences, Midwifery, Nursing |
| College : Health Sciences | Midwifery, Nursing |
| College : Health Sciences | Midwifery, Nursing |
| College : Humanities | Arabic, Communication Studies, Geography, History, Information Technology, Literature |
| College : Languages and Translation | English, Translation and Interpretation |
| College : Medicine | Anaesthesiology, Anatomy, Biochemistry, Community Health, Dermatology, Health Education, Medical Technology, Neurology, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Otorhinolaryngology, Paediatrics, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology, Plastic Surgery, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Radiology, Surgery, Urology |
| College : Nursing | Midwifery, Nursing |
| College : Pharmacy | Pharmacology, Pharmacy |
| College : Science | Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics |
| College : Science and Arts | English, Information Technology |
| College : Science and Arts | Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, English, Health Sciences, Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics |
| College : Science and Arts | Computer Science, English, Health Sciences, Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics |
| College : Science and Arts | English |
| College : Science and Arts | Computer Science, English, Information Technology |
| College : Science and Arts | Computer Science, English, Mathematics |
| College : Science and Arts | English, Information Sciences, Information Technology |
| College : Science and Arts | Biology |
| College : Science and Home Economics | Computer Science, Home Economics |
| College : Science Education | Computer Education, Mathematics Education, Science Education |
| College : Science Education | Computer Education, Home Economics Education, Science Education |
| College : Shariah and Fundamentals of Religion | Islamic Law, Islamic Studies, Islamic Theology, Koran, Religion |
| Research Division : Corporation Governance | Government |
| Research Division : Ecological and Tourism Research | Ecology, Tourism |
| Research Division : Equatorial Diseases | Pathology |
| Research Division : Linguistic Research and Studies | Linguistics |
| Research Division : Social Research and Studies | Social Policy |
General information
| Alternative names | KKU جامعة الملك خالد |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1998 |
| Accreditation | National Commission for Academic Accreditation and Assessment (NCAAA). |
| Colors | green, white, grey |
Location and contacts
| Address | P.O. Box 960 Abha, Asir, 61421 Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|
| City population | 236,000 |