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Chemical engineering universities in Saudi Arabia: colleges and fees

14 universities teach chemical engineering on their official programme pages, with the college and fees for each.

The short answer

Chemical engineering universities in Saudi Arabia, counted from their own official pages: 14 name chemical engineering outright, namely IMSIU, Islamic University of Madinah, Jazan University, UJ, KAU, KAUST, KFU, KFUPM, KKU, KSU, Najran University, PMU, UHB and UOH. 13 of them are public and 1 private, in Riyadh, Madinah, Jazan, Jeddah, Thuwal, Al-Ahsa, Dhahran, Abha, Najran, Khobar, Hafar Al-Batin and Hail. The lowest published full-time semester among them is at PMU, SR 32,500.

Which universities offer chemical engineering in Saudi Arabia?

UniversityCityTypeProgramme name
Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic UniversityRiyadhpublicChemical Engineering1
Islamic University of MadinahMadinahpublicChemical Engineering2
Jazan UniversityJazanpublicChemical Engineering3
University of JeddahJeddahpublicChemical Engineering4
King Abdulaziz UniversityJeddahpublicChemical Engineering5
King Abdullah University of Science and TechnologyThuwalpublicChemical Engineering (CE)6
King Faisal UniversityAl-AhsapublicChemical Engineering7
King Fahd University of Petroleum and MineralsDhahranpublicChemical Engineering8
King Khalid UniversityAbhapublicChemical Engineering9
King Saud UniversityRiyadhpublicChemical Engineering10
Najran UniversityNajranpublicChemical Engineering11
Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd UniversityKhobarprivateB.S. in Chemical Engineering12
University of Hafr Al BatinHafar Al-BatinpublicChemical Engineering13
University of HailHailpublicChemical Engineering14

The table lists universities whose official page names chemical engineering outright. For the courses and the job market, read the chemical engineering major guide.

How does Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University teach chemical engineering?

At IMSIU, a public university in Riyadh since 1373 AH15, chemical engineering runs as "Chemical Engineering" inside the College of Engineering1, alongside Electrical Engineering and Civil Engineering. If chemical engineering does not suit you after year one, IMSIU has 12 other colleges to transfer into internally.

How does Islamic University of Madinah teach chemical engineering?

At Islamic University of Madinah, a public university in Madinah since 1381 AH15, chemical engineering runs as "Chemical Engineering" inside the College of Engineering2, alongside Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. If chemical engineering does not suit you after year one, Islamic University of Madinah has 9 other colleges to transfer into internally.

How does Jazan University teach chemical engineering?

At Jazan University, a public university in Jazan since 1426 AH15, chemical engineering runs as "Chemical Engineering" inside the College of Engineering and Computer Science3, alongside Mechanical Engineering and Industrial Engineering. If chemical engineering does not suit you after year one, Jazan University has 11 other colleges to transfer into internally.

How does University of Jeddah teach chemical engineering?

At UJ, a public university in Jeddah since 1434 AH15, chemical engineering runs as "Chemical Engineering" inside the College of Engineering4, alongside Industrial and Systems Engineering and Electrical and Electronic Engineering. If chemical engineering does not suit you after year one, UJ has 12 other colleges to transfer into internally.

How does King Abdulaziz University teach chemical engineering?

At KAU, a public university in Jeddah since 1387 AH15, chemical engineering runs as "Chemical Engineering" inside the Faculty of Engineering5, alongside Civil Engineering and Electrical Engineering (Biomedical). If chemical engineering does not suit you after year one, KAU has 11 other colleges to transfer into internally.

How does King Abdullah University of Science and Technology teach chemical engineering?

At KAUST, a public university in Thuwal since 1426 AH15, chemical engineering runs as "Chemical Engineering (CE)" inside the Physical Science and Engineering Division (PSE)6, alongside Chemistry (CHEM) and Earth System Science and Engineering (ESSE). If chemical engineering does not suit you after year one, KAUST has 4 other colleges to transfer into internally.

How does King Faisal University teach chemical engineering?

At KFU, a public university in Al-Ahsa since 1394 AH15, chemical engineering runs as "Chemical Engineering" inside the College of Engineering7, alongside Civil Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. A chemical engineering student there draws a monthly stipend from SR 85016. If chemical engineering does not suit you after year one, KFU has 12 other colleges to transfer into internally.

How does King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals teach chemical engineering?

At KFUPM, a public university in Dhahran since 1383 AH15, chemical engineering runs as "Chemical Engineering" inside the College of Chemicals and Materials8, alongside Bioengineering and Chemistry. If chemical engineering does not suit you after year one, KFUPM has 5 other colleges to transfer into internally.

How does King Khalid University teach chemical engineering?

At KKU, a public university in Abha since 1419 AH15, chemical engineering runs as "Chemical Engineering" inside the College of Engineering9, alongside Energy Engineering and Environmental and Water Engineering. A chemical engineering student there draws a monthly stipend from SR 85017. If chemical engineering does not suit you after year one, KKU has 20 other colleges to transfer into internally.

How does King Saud University teach chemical engineering?

At KSU, a public university in Riyadh since 1377 AH15, chemical engineering runs as "Chemical Engineering" inside the College of Engineering10, alongside Civil Engineering and Surveying Engineering. A chemical engineering student there draws a monthly stipend from SR 85018. If chemical engineering does not suit you after year one, KSU has 21 other colleges to transfer into internally.

How does Najran University teach chemical engineering?

At Najran University, a public university in Najran since 1427 AH15, chemical engineering runs as "Chemical Engineering" inside the College of Engineering (engineering track)11, alongside Mechanical Engineering and Civil Engineering. If chemical engineering does not suit you after year one, Najran University has 13 other colleges to transfer into internally.

How does Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University teach chemical engineering?

At PMU, a private university in Khobar since 200619, chemical engineering runs as "B.S. in Chemical Engineering" inside the College of Engineering12, alongside B.S. in Electrical Engineering and B.S. in Mechanical Engineering. There is no separate chemical engineering price at PMU, so budget on its full-time semester of SR 32,50020. If chemical engineering does not suit you after year one, PMU has 5 other colleges to transfer into internally.

How does University of Hafr Al Batin teach chemical engineering?

At UHB, a public university in Hafar Al-Batin since 1435 AH15, chemical engineering runs as "Chemical Engineering" inside the College of Engineering13, alongside Civil Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. If chemical engineering does not suit you after year one, UHB has 8 other colleges to transfer into internally.

How does University of Hail teach chemical engineering?

At UOH, a public university in Hail since 200515, chemical engineering runs as "Chemical Engineering" inside the College of Engineering14, alongside Renewable Energy Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. If chemical engineering does not suit you after year one, UOH has 12 other colleges to transfer into internally.

What mistakes should you avoid before applying for chemical engineering?

  • Avoid judging by the name: the same field appears as "Chemical Engineering" and "Chemical Engineering (CE)", so read the study plan before you compare.
  • Public chemical engineering seats at IMSIU, Islamic University of Madinah, Jazan University, UJ, KAU, KAUST, KFU, KFUPM, KKU, KSU, Najran University, UHB and UOH go through admission in their region, so read the unified admission guide before ranking your choices.
  • A chemical engineering hourly rate at one university and a semester fee at another do not compare; use the full-time semester above.
  • If chemical engineering is your second choice, learn the university transfer rules now.

Questions

What is the best university in Saudi Arabia for chemical engineering?

There is no official ranking per major, so weigh IMSIU, Islamic University of Madinah, Jazan University, UJ, KAU, KAUST, KFU, KFUPM, KKU, KSU, Najran University, PMU, UHB and UOH on the study plan, the fees and the city.

Where can I study chemical engineering in Saudi Arabia?

IMSIU, Islamic University of Madinah, Jazan University, UJ, KAU, KAUST, KFU, KFUPM, KKU, KSU, Najran University, PMU, UHB and UOH, each going by its own official page.

How much does chemical engineering cost at a private university in Saudi Arabia?

A full-time semester starts at SR 32,500 at PMU.

Where can I study chemical engineering in Riyadh?

Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University and King Saud University.

Where can I study chemical engineering in Madinah?

Islamic University of Madinah.

Is the chemical engineering programme called the same everywhere?

No: "Chemical Engineering" and "Chemical Engineering (CE)" are examples from the official pages.

Sources

  1. Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University admission guide: bachelor majors open to admission: imamu.edu.sa/ar/university-acceptance?tab=0&step=5
  2. Islamic University of Madinah: bachelor programmes: iu.edu.sa/%D8%A8%D8%B1%D8%A7%D9%85%D8%AC-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A8%D9%83%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%88%D8%B1%D9%8A%D9%88%D8%B3-0
  3. Jazan University: admission guide with programmes and admission conditions for bachelor and diploma: jazanu.edu.sa/sites/default/files/2026-07/%D8%AF%D9%84%D9%8A%D9%84%20%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%82%D8%A8%D9%88%D9%84%20%D9%84%D9%84%D8%B9%D8%A7%D9%85%201448.pdf
  4. University of Jeddah: bachelor programmes and admission: uj.edu.sa/ar/%D8%A8%D8%B1%D8%A7%D9%85%D8%AC-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A8%D9%83%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%88%D8%B1%D9%8A%D9%88%D8%B3
  5. King Abdulaziz University: internal transfer guide 1448: kau.edu.sa/web/static/32a87f67-14f4-4460-b2ff-82681c2b28cc
  6. KAUST: study and academic programmes (Arabic): kaust.edu.sa/ar/study
  7. King Faisal University: bachelor's programmes for regular students (language, mode, college): kfu.edu.sa/ar/Pages/PSMain.aspx?dg=%D8%A8%D9%83%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%88%D8%B1%D9%8A%D9%88%D8%B3&pt=%D8%A8%D8%B1%D8%A7%D9%85%D8%AC%20%D8%B7%D9%84%D8%A8%D8%A9%20%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A7%D9%86%D8%AA%D8%B8%D8%A7%D9%85
  8. King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals: colleges and departments: kfupm.edu.sa/study/colleges
  9. King Khalid University, Deanship of Admission and Registration: regular bachelor's programmes by college: dar.kku.edu.sa/ar/acadimic-program/category/acp_one
  10. King Saud University, Deanship of Admission and Registration: admission at King Saud University: dar.ksu.edu.sa/ar/ksu-admission
  11. Najran University: colleges and majors guide (Deanship of Admission and Registration): portal.nu.edu.sa/ar/web/admission-registration/college-and-majors-guide-1447
  12. PMU: degrees and programmes: pmu.edu.sa/Admission/Degrees_Programs_FS_RO.aspx
  13. University of Hafr Al Batin: Deanship of Admission and Registration: uhb.edu.sa/ar/supporting-deanships/deanship-of-admission-and-registration
  14. University of Hail: frequently asked questions on admission and study: uoh.edu.sa/Ar/Pages/FAQs.aspx
  15. Ministry of Education: Saudi public universities: moe.gov.sa/ar/education/highereducation/Pages/UniversitiesList.aspx
  16. King Faisal University, Deanship of Admission and Registration: stipends and how they are paid: kfu.edu.sa/ar/Deans/AdmissionRecordsDeanship/Documents/AwardsInfo/Award.html
  17. King Khalid University, Deanship of Admission and Registration: student guide (stipend amounts and rules, pages 9 and 10): kku.edu.sa/sites/default/files/2024-09/Academia.pdf
  18. King Saud University, Deanship of Admission and Registration: student stipend: dar.ksu.edu.sa/en/stipend
  19. Ministry of Education: private universities and colleges: moe.gov.sa/ar/education/highereducation/Pages/PrivateUniversities.aspx
  20. PMU: undergraduate fees: pmu.edu.sa/admission/fees_tf_ro_2026_2027.aspx

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