2024 –2025
INSTITUTIONAL PROFILE
History
Effat University is a leading private non-profit institution of higher education for youth in Saudi Arabia, operating under the umbrella of King Faisal’s Charitable Foundation Effat University is strengthened by the legacy of its founder, Queen Effat Al-Thunayyan Al-Saud, wife of the late King Faisal Bin Abdulaziz (May God rest their souls)
In 1419 H, (corresponding to 1999 G), Effat University started offering academic programs under the name of Effat College. To be a center of academic excellence, Effat College launched different academic programs taught in English to expand the horizons of young women in Saudi Arabia and raise their educational level. The first two departments established by the college were Computer Science and Kindergarten These programs aimed to prepare women for the job market and increase their chances of finding work opportunities
Today, Effat University has further developed to offer 6 graduate degrees and 13 undergraduate degrees under four colleges and 11 departments. Some of these programs and their tracks are the first to be offered in the Kingdom to youth including undergraduate programs in Cinematic Arts and Entrepreneurship. In 2019-2020, Effat University opened its doors to male students in master degree programs, and in 2021-2022, the university started admitting male students in the undergraduate programs By the end of 2021-2022, Effat University developed its fifth strategic plan (2022-2027) to be implemented starting 20222023 New undergraduate and postgraduate programs were also introduced in 2023-2024, the bachelor of Science in Digital Media and Communication (DMC) and the Master of Science in Clinical Psychology (MSCP) Also, Effat University offered the first PhD program in BusinessAdministration in private universities in the Kingdome starting 2023-2204.
Vision
Effat University strives to be recognized as one of the world's leading institutions in scientific discovery and innovation presenting solutions to societal challenges, and to serve as agent of change that advances inspired leaders and scholars in fulfilling Queen Effat Al-Thunayan Al-Saud's vision (God rest her soul).
Mission
Effat University prepares aspirational and effective leaders of international quality who contribute to national and global progress by interweaving Effat University Core Values into an innovative education which creates a culture of broad inquiry, intellectual engagement, and valuable societal impact
Goals
Monitor the achievement of Effat University's mission and vision in line with the Saudi Vision 2030
Enhance the governance well as national
Develop and maintain University an icon
Enhance the university students' quality of life to prepare experts and leaders that uphold the legacy of Queen Effat (God rest her soul).
Maintain and enhance order to make
Foster a culture choice for the
Build a knowledge community that generates creative ideas and innovations to meet future challenges and contribute to the achievement of Saudi Vision 2030.
Strengthen the University’s visibility by building relations and exchanging knowledge with communities nationally and internationally. Offering consultancy services.
Organizational Structure
Academic Offices
Office
Provost Office
Effat College of Architecture and Design
Architecture Department
Design Department
Cinematic Arts School
Effat College of Humanities
English and Translation Department
Psychology Department
Digital Media and Communication Department
General Education Program
Effat English Academy
Effat College of Engineering
Computer Science Department
Electrical and Computer Engineering Department
Effat College of Business
Marketing, Entrepreneurship, and Strategies Department
Accounting and Finance Department
Operations and Supply Chain Management
Unit Head
Name
Provost Dr. Mervat Chouman
Dean Dr. Asmaa Ibrahim
Acting Chair Dr Tamer Alserafi
Chair Dr. Sajid Khalifa
Chair Dr. Mohamed Ghazala
Dean Dr. Linda Maloul
Acting Chair Dr. Linda Maloul
Chair Dr. Rizwana Amin
Chair Dr. Omar ElEbiary
Chair Dr. Khadija Itani
Director Dr. Najla Al Deeb
Dean Dr. Akila Sarirete
Chair Dr. Zain Balfagih
Chair Dr. Enfel Barakat
Dean Dr. Sara Al Zarka
Chair Dr. Uzma Javed
Chair Dr. Mohamed Mahees
Chair Dr. AbdulAziz AlMaktoum
Administrative Offices
Office Position
President Office President
Vice-Presidency of Planning and Development Acting Vice President
Deanship of Admissions and Registration Dean
Deanship for Student Affairs Acting Dean
Deanship of Quality Assurance Dean
Deanship for Graduate Studies & Research Dean
Management of Human Resources
Director-General
Management of Finance Director-General
Management of Communications & Public Relations Assistant Manager
Management of Information and Educational Technology Services, and Management of Facilities and Equipment Director-General
Management of Facilities & Equipment, Building and Grounds Director
Management of Facilities & Equipment, Maintenance and Operations Director
Effat Library and Cultural Museum Director
Student Life Director
Deanship of Quality Assurance Coordinator
Testing Center Manager
Dr. Haifa Jamal Al-Lail
Dr. Haifa Jamal Al-Lail
Dr. Reem Madani
Dr. Bayan Al Shabani
Dr. Eman Mohamed
Prof. Mady Mohamed
Ms. Abeer Islam
Ms. Shatha Edrees
Ms. Maha Al-Madi
Ms. Moodi Al Saib
Mr. Rushdy Al Azzah
Eng. Ernie Geslani
Dr. Ayman S. Eddakrouri
Dr. Pakenam Shiha
Dr. Heba Abdelfatah
Ms. Asma'a Baaboud
Institutional Accreditation (National)
Effat University received institutional accreditation among the first six public and private universities receiving the first ever accreditation conferred by NCAAA in 2010 After acquiring national accreditation/reaccreditation for all its bachelor degrees that are eligible for accreditation, Effat University was one of the very few universities that acquired national accreditation for its master degrees - Master of Science in Translation Studies (Now known as Master of Science in Translation and Interpreting), Master of Science in Finance, and Master of Science in Urban Design Effat University acquired full re-accreditation from 2017 to 2024 and in 2024 it acquired its full re-accreditation again up to 2031.
Institutional Accreditation (International)
New England Commission of Higher Education
The New England Commission of Higher Education has determined that Effat University is eligible to proceed with an application for candidacy for accreditation within two years. A determination of eligibility is not candidacy or accreditation, nor does it indicate a likelihood of eventual accreditation. Questions about eligibility and the accreditation process should be directed to the President of the Commission.
New England Commission of Higher Education
301 Edgewater Place, Suite 210 Wakefield, MA 01880
Programs Accreditation (International)
In 2022-2023, the Effat College of Engineering obtained international reaccreditation from the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). The ABET accreditation for the two programs; Electrical and Computer Engineering , and Computer Science extends from 2023 to 2029.
Effat University, Department of Architecture has received the International Certification (ICert) designation from the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) for the Bachelor of Science in Architecture ICert was granted in 2019 for a term of six years.
In 2021, the Effat College of Business obtained international accreditation from for its 5 bachelor and one master degree from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) for five years This was extended to six year in 2024-2025 for all business colleges across the globe The PhD in Business Administration Program was reported as well
Programs Accreditation (National)
Effat College of Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering
Master of Science in Energy Engineering
Programs Accreditation (National)
Effat College of Business
Master of Science in Finance
Programs Accreditation (National)
Effat College of Humanities
Master of Science in Translation Studies (Known now as Master of Science in Translation and Interpreting)
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Programs Accreditation (National)
Effat College of Architecture and Design
Master of Science Urban Design (Master of Science in Architecture and Urbanism currently)
Bachelor of Science in Visual and Digital Production (Cinematic Arts Currently)
Bachelor of Science in Design
QS World Ranking
QS Ranking
QS World University Rankings is an annual publication of university rankings by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) launched in 2004 In 2023-2024, Effat University proudly entered this world-renowned ranking for the first time The QS World University Rankings 2025 features over 1,500 institutions across 105 higher education systems and covers the analysis of 17 5m academic papers and the expert opinions of over 240,000 academic faculty and employers In 2024-2025, Effat University was ranked at 851-900.
Arab Universities Rankings
Arab Region Rankings
The QS ranking comprises world and subject rankings (which name the world's top universities for the study of 46 different subjects and five composite faculty areas), alongside five independent regional rankings (i.e., Asia, Latin America, Emerging Europe and CentralAsia, BRICS and the Arab Region)
In 2017-2018, Effat University was ranked among the top 100 best Universities in the Arab Region. In the year 2025, Effat University was ranked #84. This is an indication that Effat University continues in making a mark on the regional community
THE Arab University Ranking
The Times Higher Education(THE) Arab University Rankings, introduced in 2021, demonstrates the strength of higher education across the region for the first time based on a unique methodology including new regional measures on reputation and collaboration, as well as the inclusion of metrics related to social impact, reflecting the focuses of Arab universities. In the year 2024-2025, Effat University was ranked #71-80
Arab Ranking for Universities
Arab Ranking for Universities
The Arab Ranking for Universities (ARU) is supervised by the Association of Arab Universities (AARU) and was launched in 2022-2023 The ranking focuses on teaching and learning, scientific research, creativity and innovation and cooperation. Effat University participated in the first launch of this unique ranking along with 115 Arab Universities. In the 2024-2025, Effat University was ranked #59.
THE Impact Ranking
The Impact Ranking identifies and celebrates world universities that excel across multiple United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (17 SDGs) By excelling in a variety of SDGs, these universities showcase their commitment to addressing the world's most pressing challenges, including environmental sustainability, social inclusion, economic growth and partnerships.. In the year 2024-2025, Effat University was ranked #801-1000.
Awards
STUDENT PROFILE
Admissions Data
New Student Enrolment
Academic Year 2024-2025 Compared to 2022-2023 & 2023-2024
Undergraduate and Graduate Students
*Main intake is during the Fall semester, in correspondence to the end of the high schools’ and colleges’ calendar
*Excluding 1 visiting student in Fall 2024
New Student Enrolment by Gender
Academic Year 2024-2025 Compared to 2022-2023 & 2023-2024
Undergraduate
Graduate
*Main intake is during the Fall semester, in correspondence to the end of the high schools’ and colleges’ calendar
*Excluding 1 visiting student in Fall 2024.
*Including PACE-HIT students in Spring 2025.
New Student Enrolment by Nationality
Academic Year 2024-2025 Compared to 2022-2023 & 2023-2024
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*Excluding 1 visiting student in Fall 2024.
Student Enrolment by Nationality per College
Academic Year 2024-2025 Compared to 2022-2023 & 2023-2024
*Excluding 1 visiting student in Fall 2022.
*Including Number of Students in Foundation Level, Leave of Absence and Pending Graduation Students.
* Count is based on Spring numbers
Historical Overall Student Internationalization
Non-Saudi
Student Enrolment by Level
Academic Year 2024-2025 Compared to 2022-2023 & 2023-2024
*Including Number of Students in Foundation Level, Leave of Absence and Pending Graduation Students.
*Excluding 1 visiting student in Fall 2024
Student Enrolment by Colleges
Academic Year 2024-2025 Compared to 2021-2022, 2022-2023 & 2023-2024
*Including Number of Students in Foundation Level, Leave of Absence and Pending Graduation Students.
*Excluding 1 visiting student in Fall 2024
*Including Number of Students in Foundation Level, Leave of Absence and Pending Graduation Students.
*Including Number of Students in Foundation Level, Leave of Absence and Pending Graduation Students.
*Excluding 1 visiting student in Fall 2024.
*Including Number of Students in Foundation Level, Leave of Absence and Pending Graduation Students.
Historical Student Enrolment by Colleges
Student Registration by Colleges
Excluding Number of Foundation Students, Leave of Absence and Pending Graduation Students. Excluding Leave of Absence and Pending Graduation Students.
Foundation Students’ Registration by College
Registration Headcount Undergraduate (Foundation Students)
• Foundation students are matriculating students who are not yet at college level.
• Foundation students’ numbers above are not including leave of absence students.
Historical
Number of Graduates
ALUMNI PROFILE
Alumni Status
STUDENT SUCCESS
Selected Measures of Student Success Selected Measures of Students’
FACULTY PROFILE
ACADEMIC STAFF PROFILE
Academic Degree Programs 2024-2025
Note: The faculty profile consists of teaching staff who have served at least 1 semester in 2024-2025.
* The total number of faculty includes full-time, part-time, and five non-resident researchers.
Faculty Profile
Faculty to Student Ratio
Ratio per College Academic Year 2024/2025
*Including registered students, and faculty from Major, College, STEM, GEP and Effat English Academy Instructors
Ratio per College Academic Year 2023/2024
*Including registered students, while excluding Effat English Academy instructors and including Non-resident Researchers
*Excluding 1 visiting student in Fall 2024.
Faculty to Student Ratio
Ratio per Program Academic Year 2024/2025
*Faculty and students are calculated annually without duplication. FTE stands for full-time equivalent.
STAFF PROFILE
STAFF PROFILE
Operational Staff and Labor (2024-2025)
*Operational staff and labor are calculated annually without duplication * Count does not include Nahl Al Sawaed Support Staff.
FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT AND LEARNING RESOURCES
Campus Infrastructure
Academic Buildings
Support Buildings and Facilities
Classrooms, Studios, Study Rooms, and Lounges
Lecture Halls
Ratio of Computer to Students in Computer Related Majors Ratio of Computer to Students in Non-Computer Related Majors
Database Subscriptions by Program
College Department
ARCH
DESN
ECoAD
Databases
Ebook Central (SDL)
Engineering Database (SDL)
Environmental Science Database (SDL)
Linkedin Learning
Ebook Central (SDL)
Environmental Science Database (SDL)
Linkedin Learning
Materials Science Collection (SDL)
Arts & Humanities Database (SDL)
ECoE
ECoB
SCA
Ebook Central (SDL) MSAU
ECE CS
MSEE
ENTP
OSCM
HRM
ACCT&FIN
MKT MSF
ECoH ET
Ebook Central (SDL)
Environmental Science Database (SDL)
Linkedin Learning
Materials Science Collection (SDL)
Computer Science Database (SDL)
Engineering Database (SDL)
ProQuest Computing (SDL)
SciTech Premium Collection (SDL)
Engineering Database (SDL)
SciTech Premium Collection (SDL)
ABI INFORM (SDL)
Accounting, Tax & Banking Collection (SDL)
Business Market Research Collection (SDL)
Arts & Humanities Database (SDL)
Linguistics Database (SDL) PSY
ProQuest Psychology (SDL)
Ebrary Ebook Central
Social Science Database
Ebrary Ebook Central
DMC
MTI
Multidisciplinary Databases
Linkedin Learning
Social Science Database
Arts & Humanities Database (SDL)
Ebrary Ebook Central
Linguistics Database (SDL)
Springer (SDL)
Taylor & Francis (SDL)
Wiley (SDL)
RESEARCH
Total
Effat University Research Profile –All years 2014 - 2024
Total
Total
Effat University Research Profile –Previous 5 years 2020 to 2024
SciVal Analysis for SCOPUS Publications
- 2024
Research Output 2014 – 2024 Subject Areas
Research Output 2014 – 2024 Alignment with the SDGS
Research Collaborations Over Years
QS Ranking
Research Mapped to the Saudi Vision 2030 Goals
Arts
BUILD
BUS , MGT & ACCT
Economies of the Future
Education
Energy and Industrial Leadership
Entp&Innov
ENVT
GAS
HEALTH
PSY
Health and Wellness
❖ During 2024-2025, Effat University’s research output was aligned with the Kingdom's research priorities by 99%.
❖ Health, Education, Business Management & Accounting, and Environment accounted for the highest percentages at 15%, 9%, 9% and 7% respectively
Effat University Research Centers and Research Labs
Vision
To become the best provider of interdisciplinary education in the fields of humanities one which is worthy of the 21st century and applicable to society through international perspective, broad expertise, awareness of history and institutional values, pride in traditions, sense of community, and rational optimism for the future
Mission
To provide high quality interdisciplinary education that adheres to Effat University’s core values of being committed to the ethical use of science and knowledge and striving to offer sound community leadership. Our graduates will excel in their respective fields through their talents to analyze and think thoroughly, solve problems creatively, and communicate effectively
Departments
English and Translation Department
• Bachelor of Science in English and Translation.
• Master of Science in Translation and Interpreting.
Psychology Department
• Bachelor of Science in Clinical Psychology
• Master of Science in Clinical Psychology
Joint Museum Studies Program
• Higher Diploma Museum Study
• Master of Arts in Museum Study
Digital Media and Communication Degree
• Bachelor of Science in Digital Media and Communication
Profile
undergraduate Student Enrolment BY Program
Academic Year 2024-2025 Compared to 2022-2023 & 2023-2024
*Including Number of Students in Foundation Level, Leave of Absence, and Pending Graduation Students.
Postgraduate Student Enrolment BY Program
Enrolment by Internationalization
*Count based on Spring 2025 numbers
Historical Number of Graduates
Alumni Status Alumni Profile
Faculty Profile
Faculty Rank
vs Non-Saudi
Full-time vs Part-time
Note: The faculty profile consists of teaching staff who have served at least 1 semester in 2024-2025.
Faculty Profile
Bachelor of Science in English and Translation department
Bachelor of Science in Digital Media and Communication
Note: Faculty from the major, the same college GED,STEM or EEA.
Faculty Profile
Psychology
Master of Science in Clinical Psychology
Note: Faculty from the major, the same college GED,STEM or EEA.
Facilities Profile
Library
Database Subscription
Vision Mission Departments
To be recognized nationally and internationally as a school of reference in business education and to actively support the socio economic growth of the Kingdom through innovation, excellence, professionalism and the promotion of the entrepreneurial spirit.
To maintain academic excellence, offer a comprehensive learning experience, create and disseminate impactful knowledge and intellectual contributions in order to qualify innovative business leaders, creative entrepreneurs and distinguished scholars who will effectively contribute to the socio-economic growth of the Kingdom
Accounting and Finance Department
• Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance
• Master of Science in Finance
• Associate Diploma in Accounting & Financial Auditing
Entrepreneurship Department
• Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship.
Human Resources Management Department
• Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management
Marketing Department
• Bachelor of Science in Marketing
Operations and Supply Chain Management Department
• Bachelor of Science in Operations and Supply Chain Management
• PhD in Business Administration
Student Profile
Student Enrolment by Program
*Including Number of Students in Foundation Level, Leave of Absence, and Pending Graduation Students.
Student Enrolment by Program
*Including Master and PHD programs
Historical Student Enrolment by Program
* Count is based on Spring numbers
Enrolment by Internationalization
*Count based on Spring 2025 numbers
Historical Number of Graduates
Alumni Status Alumni Profile
Alumni Status
Faculty Profile
Faculty Rank
Saudi vs Non-Saudi
Full-time vs Part-time
Note: The faculty profile consists of teaching staff who have served at least 1 semester in 2024-2025.
Faculty Profile
Bachelor of Science in Accounting & Finance
Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship
Bachelor of Science in Marketing
Note: Faculty from the major, the same college GED,STEM or EEA.
Faculty Profile
Bachelor of Science in operations and Supply Chain Management
Master of Science in Finance
Note: Faculty from the major, the same college, GED, STEM or EEA.
Ph.D. in Business administration
Facilities Profile
Vision
To be recognized as a national leader in providing quality engineering education centered on innovative research and transfer of knowledge and technology for the benefit of society.
Mission Departments
Effat College of Engineering will continue to lead the education of women in engineering in a multidisciplinary and research driven environment, and equip them with comprehensive technical and analytical skills necessary for effectively contributing to national and international development and technological advancement
Electrical and Computer Engineering Department
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Master of Science in Energy Engineering
Computer Science Department
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
• Associate Diploma in Cyber Security
Student Profile
*Including Number of Students in Foundation Level, Leave of Absence, and Pending Graduation Students.
Enrolment by Program
* Count is based on Spring numbers
Enrolment by Internationalization
Historical Number of Graduates
Alumni Profile
Alumni Status
Faculty Profile
Saudi vs Non-Saudi
Note: The faculty profile consists of teaching staff who have served at least 1 semester in 2024-2025.
Faculty Profile
Bachelor of Science in Computer science
Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering
Note: Faculty from the major, the same college GED,STEM or EEA.
Faculty Profile
Master of Science in Energy Engineering
Note: Faculty from the major, the same college GED,STEM or EEA.
ECE
Facilities Profile
Labs
CS
Library
Database Subscription
Computer Science Database (SDL)
Engineering Database (SDL)
ProQuest Computing (SDL)
SciTech Premium Collection (SDL)
Computer Science Database (SDL)
Engineering Database (SDL)
ProQuest Computing (SDL)
SciTech Premium Collection (SDL)
MSEE Engineering Database (SDL)
SciTech Premium Collection (SDL)
Vision
Effat College of Architecture and Design aspires to be a hub for creative and innovative scholars of faculty and students who contribute through artistic, innovative, and sustainable solutions to the local and global community
Mission
Effat College of Architecture and Design graduates creative and effective leaders who can compete nationally and internationally by integrating core values into the education of architecture, design, and visual media and combining academic study and practicum experience
Departments
Architecture Department
• Bachelor of Science in Architecture
• Master of Science in Architecture and Urbanism
Design Department
• Bachelor of Science in Design
Cinematic Art Department
• Bachelor of Science in CinematicArts
Student Profile
Student Enrolment
*Including Number of Students in Foundation Level, Leave of Absence, and Pending Graduation Students.
Enrolment by Program
Historical Student Enrolment
* Count is based on Spring numbers
Enrolment by Internationalization
Historical Number of Graduates
Alumni Profile
Alumni Status
Faculty Profile
Faculty Rank
Saudi vs Non-Saudi
Full-time vs Part-time
Note: The faculty profile consists of teaching staff who have served at least 1 semester in 2024-2025
Faculty Profile
Bachelor of Science in Architecture
Bachelor of Science in Design
Note: Faculty from the major, the same college GED,STEM or EEA.
Faculty Profile
Bachelor of Science in Cinematic Arts
Faculty from the major, the same college GED,STEM or EEA.
Facilities Profile
Labs
Library
Database Subscription
Ebook Central (SDL)
Engineering Database (SDL)
Environmental Science Database (SDL)
Linkedin Learning
Ebook Central (SDL)
Environmental Science Database (SDL)
Linkedin Learning
Materials Science Collection (SDL) CA
Arts & Humanities Database (SDL)
Ebook Central (SDL) MSUD
Ebook Central (SDL)
Environmental Science Database (SDL)
Linkedin Learning
Materials Science Collection (SDL)
Effat University PO Box 34689
Jeddah 21478
Saudi Arabia
Telephone: +966 92 000 3331
Fax: +966 12 637 7447
Email: effatuniversity@effatuniversity.edu.sa
www.effatuniversity.edu.sa
