Alfaisal University

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Alfaisal University is a private, non-profit institution in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, renowned for its rigorous academic programs and research-intensive environment. It is particularly strong in health sciences, engineering, business, and natural sciences, with its College of Medicine being highly regarded. For international students, Alfaisal offers a truly global experience, with a diverse student body from over 40 countries and the majority of its programs taught entirely in English. The university provides a modern, state-of-the-art campus designed to foster innovation and collaboration, and it actively promotes research opportunities. A distinctive characteristic is its strong focus on partnerships with leading international universities and research centers, providing students with global exposure and cutting-edge learning experiences.

Background

Alfaisal University is a private university in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, located in the compound enclosing the vicinity of the al-Ma'dhar Palace. Established in 2002, the institute offers courses in various subjects up to post graduation and is named after King Faisal bin Abdulalziz. It was founded in 2002 by the King Faisal Foundation. The first students were admitted in 2008. Alfaisal's total enrollment now exceeds 2500. The enrollment is 67% Saudi National with the remaining 33% being students from over 40 other nations. The total number of faculty is nearly 200 with international faculty from 31 countries. The Board of Trustees includes representatives from five firms, four international firms, and a representative from the Ministry of Education.

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