Study in Saudi Arabia
Study options in SaudiArabia, including universities, course pathways, intake guidance, and application support for international students.
Typical tuition (22 programs)
SAR 28,600–SAR 94,600 / year
Common intakes
Major and minor intakes vary by university
Universities with programs
2
In short
iAdmission lists 2 universities in Saudi Arabia with 22 programs (13 bachelor's, 4 master's, 4 diploma). Typical listed tuition is SAR 28,600–SAR 94,600 a year. Common intakes: Major and minor intakes vary by university.
Figures come from the programs listed on iAdmission and can change; confirm fees, intakes and visa rules with the university and official sources.
Programs to consider in Saudi Arabia
Browse all programs- Medicine (MD/DMD)
Bachelor of General Medicine Practice
Batterjee Medical College
SAR 90,000/year · 7 years
- Bachelor's
BA (Hons) in Fashion Communication & Image
Istituto Marangoni Riyadh
SAR 94,600/year · 3 years
- Bachelor's
BA (Hons) in Fashion Design & Accessories
Istituto Marangoni Riyadh
SAR 94,600/year · 3 years
- Bachelor's
BA (Hons) in Fashion Management, Digital Communication and Media
Istituto Marangoni Riyadh
SAR 94,600/year · 3 years
- Bachelor's
BA (Hons) in Fashion Product
Istituto Marangoni Riyadh
SAR 94,600/year · 3 years
- Bachelor's
BA (Hons) in Fragrances & Cosmetics Management
Istituto Marangoni Riyadh
SAR 94,600/year · 3 years
- Bachelor's
Bachelor of Dentistry
Batterjee Medical College
SAR 75,000/year · 7 years
- Bachelor's
Bachelor of Health Information Management
Batterjee Medical College
SAR 50,000/year · 4 years
Why study in Saudi Arabia?
- Saudi Arabia gives international students access to 2 university options across 2 student locations.
- Students can compare programs by tuition, duration, intake timing, scholarship availability, and English language expectations.
- The iAdmission catalog helps families review universities, fees, documents, and application steps before submitting a profile.
- Program availability can be checked with a counsellor so students avoid applying to unsuitable or closed intakes.
Tuition fees in Saudi Arabia
- Typical listed tuition: SAR 28,600–SAR 94,600 a year (22 programs on iAdmission).
- Final tuition is confirmed by the university offer letter, invoice, scholarship decision, and intake.
- Clinical, laboratory, aviation, design, and specialist programs can cost more than general business or humanities routes.
Cost of living in Saudi Arabia
- Living cost depends on the city, housing type, transport, insurance, food, and personal spending.
- Common student locations include Jeddah, Riyadh.
- Students should also budget for deposits, visa or residence fees, document translation, insurance, and travel.
Funding to ask about in Saudi Arabia
- Merit-based awards
- Early application discounts
- University-specific scholarships
- Subject, faculty, or partner-funded reductions where available
Intakes and deadlines in Saudi Arabia
- Main and secondary intakes vary by university.
- Competitive programs should be started several months before the intended intake.
- Visa, residence, scholarship, and document legalization timelines should be included in the plan.
Application documents
- Academic transcripts and completion certificates
- Valid passport
- Program-specific subject prerequisites
- Statement of purpose or motivation letter where required
- CV, portfolio, references, or interview for selected programs
English requirements
- English requirements vary by institution and program.
- IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo, prior English-medium education, or internal university assessment may be accepted depending on the university.
- Healthcare, education, and regulated programs may require higher language scores or additional checks.
Saudi Arabia student visa: the steps
- Receive a conditional or unconditional offer from the university
- Accept the offer and pay any required deposit
- Prepare financial proof, academic documents, passport, insurance, and supporting forms
- Submit visa, residence, or entry documentation through the required official process
- Track the decision and prepare arrival, accommodation, and enrolment steps
Working while you study in Saudi Arabia
- Part-time work options depend on visa conditions and local labour rules.
- Internships, placements, or work-integrated learning may be available in selected programs.
- Students should not rely on part-time income as the only way to pay tuition or living costs.
Documents for the visa stage
- Passport
- Academic transcripts
- Diploma, degree certificate, or school completion certificate
- English language proof where required
- CV or resume
- Statement of purpose or motivation letter
- Recommendation letters, portfolio, or interview documents where required
- Financial documents for visa or residence processing
Student cities in Saudi Arabia
Jeddah
1 university or campus
Riyadh
1 university or campus
Questions about studying in Saudi Arabia
How many universities are available in Saudi Arabia?
The iAdmission catalog currently lists 2 university options for Saudi Arabia. Availability can change by intake and program.
Can I apply to programs in Saudi Arabia through iAdmission?
You can shortlist programs, review published requirements, prepare documents, and submit an application request through iAdmission. The institution and official authorities make the final decisions.
Are scholarships available in Saudi Arabia?
Scholarship availability depends on the university, intake, program, academic profile, and deadlines. iAdmission can help identify suitable options before submission.