RIYADH — The QS World University Rankings 2027 included 22 Saudi universities among the world’s leading higher education institutions.
King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals topped the list of Saudi universities, ranking 63rd globally and securing a place among the world’s top 100 universities. King Saud University ranked 107th globally, followed by King Abdulaziz University in 200th place, Prince Mohammad bin Fahd University in 421st place, and Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University in 474th place.
The rankings also included several other Saudi universities with a global presence, including Prince Sultan University, King Khalid University, King Faisal University, Umm Al-Qura University, Qassim University, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, Alfaisal University, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, Taif University, Effat University, Majmaah University, the Islamic University of Madinah, Northern Borders University, University of Hail, University of Tabuk, and Taibah University.
The continued progress reflects advancements made by Saudi universities in education, scientific research, and innovation. It also highlights the Kingdom’s growing presence in global higher education and supports Saudi Vision 2030’s goal of building a competitive, knowledge-based economy driven by innovation and academic excellence.
Source: Saudi Gazette