Universities in Saudi Arabia

Umm Al-Qura University

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world rank  1953

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Overview

Umm Al-Qura University (جامعة أم القرى) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the metropolis of Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Founded in 1981, Umm Al-Qura University (UQU) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Saudi Arabia. UQU provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 45-year-old Saudi Arabian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply. UQU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, and administrative services.

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Control

Umm Al-Qura University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Umm Al-Qura University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Umm Al-Qura University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Umm Al-Qura University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
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Name (Non Latin) جامعة أم القرى
Acronym UQU
Founded 1981
Motto Honored Education, Honored Place
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Location

Address PO Box 715
Makkah
21421 Makkah
Saudi Arabia
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Umm Al-Qura University Phone Number (2) 550 1000
Umm Al-Qura University Fax Number (2) 558 2521
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Umm Al-Qura University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education of Saudi Arabia

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Umm Al-Qura University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC) of ABET
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Umm Al-Qura University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Umm Al-Qura University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Umm Al-Qura University 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 Umm Al-Qura University's academic range and degree level offering.



Umm Al-Qura University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
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A&H Yes
L&C Yes
B&S Yes
M&H Yes
S&T Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

Umm Al-Qura University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Umm Al-Qura University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Umm Al-Qura University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Umm Al-Qura University.



Umm Al-Qura University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
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students		 Not reported Not reported
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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Umm Al-Qura University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Umm Al-Qura University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

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Umm Al-Qura University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Umm Al-Qura University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Umm Al-Qura University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Umm Al-Qura University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Umm Al-Qura University 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Umm Al-Qura University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Umm Al-Qura University has more than 3300 international students.


Umm Al-Qura University's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Umm Al-Qura University Size and Profile


Umm Al-Qura University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Umm Al-Qura University has a student enrollment ranging from 30,000 to 34,999, making it a very large-sized institution.


Umm Al-Qura University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Umm Al-Qura University's academic staff ranges from 3,500 to 3,999 members.


Umm Al-Qura University's Control Type Control Type

Umm Al-Qura University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Umm Al-Qura University's Entity Type Entity Type

Umm Al-Qura University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Umm Al-Qura University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Umm Al-Qura University's main campus setting is not reported.


Umm Al-Qura University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Umm Al-Qura University's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.


Umm Al-Qura University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

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Umm Al-Qura University is Islamic Religious Affiliation

Islamic.



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Facilities and Services

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Umm Al-Qura University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Umm Al-Qura University's Library


Umm Al-Qura University's Housing University Housing

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Umm Al-Qura University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Umm Al-Qura University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

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Umm Al-Qura University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Umm Al-Qura University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Umm Al-Qura University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Umm Al-Qura University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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Umm Al-Qura University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Umm Al-Qura University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Umm Al-Qura University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Umm Al-Qura University
  • College of Da’wa and Usul-ud-Din
  • College of Arabic Language
  • College of Education, Makkah
  • College of Applied Sciences
  • College of Social Sciences
  • College of Engineering and Islamic Architecture
  • College of Medicine
  • College of Community Service and Continuing Education
  • College of Computers
  • College of Pharmacy
  • College of Applied Medical Science
  • College of Sharia and Islamic Studies
  • College of Education for Girls, Al-Qunfudah
  • College of Teacher Preparation, Al-Qunfudah
  • College of Teacher Preparation, Makkah
  • College of Education for Girls, Al Leith
  • College of Education for the Preparation of Female Teachers
  • Institute of Scientific Research and Revival of Islamic Heritage
  • Institute of Arabic Language for Non-Native Speakers

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Memberships and Affiliations

Umm Al-Qura University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Umm Al-Qura University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World (FUIW)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Umm Al-Qura University public or private?

Umm Al-Qura University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Umm Al-Qura University profit or non-profit?

Umm Al-Qura University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Umm Al-Qura University in terms of enrollment?

Umm Al-Qura University has a student enrollment ranging from 30,000 to 34,999, making it a very large-sized institution.

What is the size of Umm Al-Qura University in terms of academic staff?

Umm Al-Qura University's academic staff ranges from 3,500 to 3,999 members.

Is Umm Al-Qura University a coeducational institution?

Umm Al-Qura University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Umm Al-Qura University use?

Umm Al-Qura University's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.

What religion is Umm Al-Qura University affiliated with?

Islamic.

Does Umm Al-Qura University admit international students?

Yes. Umm Al-Qura University has more than 3300 international students.

What is Umm Al-Qura University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Umm Al-Qura University 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Umm Al-Qura University UQU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: Not reported. International students: Not reported. Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Umm Al-Qura University UQU located?

Umm Al-Qura University is located in Makkah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Address: PO Box 715.

Is Umm Al-Qura University UQU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Umm Al-Qura University is accredited by Ministry of Education of Saudi Arabia (since ).

Does Umm Al-Qura University offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Umm Al-Qura University offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Umm Al-Qura University have a university library?

Yes

Does Umm Al-Qura University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Umm Al-Qura University have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does Umm Al-Qura University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Umm Al-Qura University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Umm Al-Qura University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Umm Al-Qura University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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