A government website registered with the Digital Government Authority.

How to verify

Official Saudi Government websites URL ends with gov.sa

Website belongs to an official government organization in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia always ends withgov.sa

Official Reliable websites use HTTPS protocol for encryption and security.

Ensure the website is using the HTTPS protocol

Academic Calendar

Jeddah

Clear

^_C 32.3

^_C 29.2

Khlis

Clear

^_C 40.1

^_C 27.5

Al Kamil

Clear

^_C 37.4

^_C 26.4

How satisfied are you with the website design of the new portal?

About the University

Jeddah University is one of the newest universities in Saudi Arabia, aligning with Vision 2030 through specialized programs that meet the needs of the job market and contribute to the preparation of future leaders. The university aims to achieve effective education, support talented individuals, and promote research and innovation, while also creating an economic and developmental impact. It is distinguished by advanced academic programs such as academic acceleration, dual enrollment, and direct specialization, in addition to training and qualification programs that effectively integrate students into the job market.

Our Story

Learn about the story of the origins of Jeddah University

The strategic plan of the University of Jeddah was designed to lead the university’s objectives and its development process, which is within the framework of the university’s directives and keeping pace with the National Transformation Program and the Kingdom’s Plan 2030, so that the University of Jeddah will be the choice of male and female students. The University of Jeddah is the newest university in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It was established in 1435 AH, corresponding to 2014 AD, with the issuance of Royal Order No. 20937 dated 06/02/1435 AH approving the decision of the Higher Education Council taken at its (seventy-second) session held on 06/04/1434 AH to establish the University of Jeddah.

Strategic Objectives of the University

Adopt strategies for equal learning opportunities that refine students' competencies that enhance employment, job mobility and entrepreneurship
Developing the university's structures to provide an integrated educational journey in qualitative disciplines that achieve lifelong learning enjoyment
Research excellence in areas of national priority to create sustainable partnerships between science and industry
Focus on the field of logistics for national and global competitiveness and maximize impact through the integration of research, development and innovation
Building an integrated system capable of achieving financial balance and raising the efficiency of spending while adhering to quality assurance standards
Developing projects and processes for an environment that promotes sustainable development and social responsibility

Jeddah University Vision

The First Choice for Future Leaders

The Vision’s Message of Jeddah University

A leading national university in education, research and innovation by adopting future specializations and skills to prepare a generation of scientists and leaders that contributes to the development of the economy and society

University Values

The University of Jeddah adopts a set of principles that reflect the spirit of work within the university and the culture of dealing between it and external stakeholders, whether at the institution or individual level. It is a binding framework that guides all work in the university community and enhances the cultural identity of students and members of the educational and administrative bodies.

Passion

Initiative

Respect

Responsible

Pride

Excellence

Jeddah University Vision Modern Saudi University

About the vision

University Achievements

All Achievements

University of Jeddah has achieved 100% electronic integration with the “Eltizam” Platform

01 Aug 2026

‏Graduation of 20 Talented Students at University of Jeddah from KAUST Academy

13 Sep 2025

A graduate of the University of Jeddah from the College of Sports Sciences, she was the fourth referee in the Riyadh Season Cup tournament

28 Jan 2024

The University of Jeddah obtains a global ranking for emerging economies for the year 2022 between (301 - 350) within the Times Higher Education Institutions Rankings.

21 Aug 2023

The University of Jeddah receives the Practical Excellence Award in Creative Opportunities

21 Aug 2023

The first Saudi university in the Kingdom to obtain accreditation for the Saudi National Standard for Volunteering

30 Apr 2022

Obtaining accreditation for the Saudi National Standard for Volunteering (Edamah) Level 1

31 Dec 2021

All Achievements

3

Number of university agencies

5

Number of Deanships

4

Research Centers

20

Number of Departments

19

Colleges

97

Number of Scientific Departments

2

Number of Institutes

109

Academic Programs

12

Number of diploma programs

56

Number of Undergraduate Programs

39

Number of graduate programs

2259

Academics

1373

Number of members of the administrative body

22296

Male and Female students

7303

Number of male students

14993

Number of female students

45794

Number of Graduates Since the Establishment of the University

Leaders We Are Proud Of

“My journeys of scholarship abroad and my work at University of Jeddah have both been defining stages in my academic and professional life. Through my scholarship, I gained knowledge and its tools; and through my work at the University of Jeddah, I acquired the art of academic and administrative leadership. It is our duty to continue this journey with determination and perseverance in service of our great nation—its leadership and its people.”

Dr. Majdi bin Dhaifallah Al-Sulami

Member of the Shura Council

leading University of Jeddah as its first President was a milestone in my career, allowing me to apply my expertise to build a sustainable academic and administrative framework aligned with national development goals.

His Excellency Prof. Dr. Abdul-Fattah Sulaiman Mashat

Vice Minister of Hajj and Umrah .

We have leaders who we are proud of and who are a part and essential pillar of the success and excellence story of the University of Jeddah.

We are proud of you at Jeddah University

Jeddah University strategy

Vision of the modern Saudi university

The strategic plan of the University of Jeddah was designed to lead the university’s objectives and its development process, which comes within the framework of the university’s directions and keeping pace with the National Transformation Program and the Kingdom’s Plan 2030, so that the University of Jeddah will be the first choice for male and female students. The University of Jeddah is the newest university in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the year 1435 AH.

Learn more

University without walls program

Compact Efficiency and Sustainable Development Program

University focus area program

Graduate Empowerment Program

Empowerment program for gifted and talented students

Academic structuring and future specializations programme

Economic Impact and Value Added Program

Institutional Excellence Program

Research and innovation programme

Digital transformation program

Corporate Happiness Program

Educational staff efficiency program and learning system

Visual Identity

Useful Links

A government website registered with the Digital Government Authority.

Official Saudi Government websites URL ends with gov.sa

Official Reliable websites use HTTPS protocol for encryption and security.

How satisfied are you with the website design of the new portal?