King Saud University
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Institution Info
- Founded
- 1957
- Type
- 4-Year University
- Students
- 61,412 students
- Faculty
- 6 322
- Website
- https://ksu.edu.sa
About
Rankings
| Source | Year | Rank | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| QS | 2026 | QS #143 · Top 200 | 63,10 |
| THE | 2026 | THE #266 · Ranked | 55,75 |
| UNIRANKS | 2026 | UniRanks #180 · Top 200 | 90,25 |
| ARWU | 2025 | ARWU #101 · Top 200 | — |
Research Output via OpenAlex
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Motto
"اقْرَأْ بِاسْمِ رَبِّكَ الَّذِي خَلَقَ"
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King Saud University's global ranking?
King Saud University is ranked #180 globally according to the UniRanks aggregated ranking. Within Saudi Arabia, it holds the #2 position.
When was King Saud University founded?
King Saud University was founded in 1957, making it 69 years old. It is one of the established institutions in Saudi Arabia.
How many students attend King Saud University?
King Saud University has a student body of approximately 61,412 students. The student-to-faculty ratio is approximately 9:1.
What is King Saud University's research output?
King Saud University has produced 142,248 research publications with 5,918,778 total citations and an h-index of 459, according to OpenAlex data.