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Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University Logo
INSTITUTIONAL DOSSIER·ID #18853

Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University

努拉公主大学

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Official Portal
SectorPublic women's university
Founded1970
Enrollment60,000
Student : Staff12:1

UNIVERSITY RANKINGS

Rankings Overview

Latest recorded results. Editions and methodologies differ by ranking.

QS2027

801-850

Score not published

Rank bands; change not quantified

THE2027

451-500

Score not published

Rank bands; change not quantified

ARWU2026

301-400

Score not published

Rank bands; change not quantified

U.S. News2027

#488

Score 49.6

Up 33 places vs 2026

World ranking historyWorld rankings directory
DECADE PERFORMANCE INDEX · 2021–2027

10-Year Historical Ranking Trajectory

Focused 10-year window across major ranking systems. Click any publisher card below to isolate its curve.

Showing 7 annual editions (2021–2027). Higher curve points indicate stronger global standing (#1 at top).

Only exact positions are plotted where available; for band-ranked editions (e.g., 791–800), the upper band threshold is plotted to preserve multi-year continuity. Published rank bands are preserved in the ranking overview above.

INSTITUTIONAL METRICS

Quick Facts & Campus Profile

Campus & Intake Telemetry
Total Enrollment

60,000

Active Students

Faculty Size

5,000

Academic Staff

Acceptance Rate

~62%

Tier Selectivity Est.

Safety Score

80/100

Regional Safety Index

Transportation

76/100

Urban Transit Index

Tuition (Int.)

Public Rate

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INTERACTIVE DECISION WORKBENCH Free Account Sync

Admission Fit Simulator & Personal Dossier

Cumulative GPA (4.0 Scale)3.65 / Benchmark 3.25
2.503.003.504.00
English Proficiency (IELTS Equivalent)7.0 / Target 6.5+
5.5 (TOEFL ~65)7.0 (TOEFL ~100)9.0 (TOEFL 118+)
Research, Internships & Extracurricular Depth
ESTIMATED CLASSIFICATIONSOLID SAFETY
90/100Profile Alignment Index

Profile exceeds typical institutional cutoffs; high likelihood of admission.

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EDITORIAL BRIEFING

Institutional Profile

4 sections

Step onto the campus of Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University (PNU), and you'll immediately understand why it's called a "city within a city." As the largest women's university in the world, its scale is breathtaking. The vibe is one of ambition, empowerment, and focused energy. The all-female environment creates a unique culture of sisterhood and support, where students feel comfortable expressing themselves, taking risks, and assuming leadership roles without the social dynamics of a co-ed campus. Navigating the vast grounds is made easy by a state-of-the-art, automated metro system—a feature students consistently rave about. The student body is a diverse mix of women from across Saudi Arabia and the globe, all united by a drive to excel. The atmosphere is academically rigorous but also incredibly collaborative. You'll find study groups forming organically in the magnificent library or students brainstorming projects in the numerous cafes scattered across campus. PNU is not just a place to earn a degree; it's a community that fosters personal growth and confidence. The university actively promotes a vibrant campus life with a plethora of clubs, cultural events, and workshops that ensure there's always something happening.

GEOGRAPHIC TELEMETRY

Campus Coordinates

24.8460° N, 46.7200° E
VISUAL ARCHIVE

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ACADEMIC FACULTIES

Core Academic Disciplines

education

humanities

social sciences

health sciences

engineering

science

medicine

business administration

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INSTITUTIONAL FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

In the QS World University Rankings 2027, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University is ranked #801-850. In the Times Higher Education (THE) 2027 rankings, it is ranked #451-500.
Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University is located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University was founded in 1970.
Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University has approximately 60,000 enrolled students.

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STUDENT BUDGET

Cost of Living

Riyadh

Typical monthly expenses in Riyadh. Adjust sliders to personalise.

Rent & Utilities$1,200
$200$4,000
Food & Groceries$450
$100$1,500
Transport & Other$80
$30$1,000
Estimated Monthly$1,730
Estimated Yearly$20,760

Estimates in USD. Actual costs vary by lifestyle and neighbourhood.

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