# Computer science universities in Saudi Arabia: colleges and fees

Computer science universities in Saudi Arabia, counted from their own official pages: 6 name computer science outright, namely AOU, Dar Al-Hekma University, KAU, KFUPM, Majmaah University and Taibah University. 4 of them are public and 2 private, in Riyadh, Jeddah, Dhahran, Majmaah and Madinah.

- 6 universities across 5 cities: Riyadh, Jeddah, Dhahran, Majmaah and Madinah.
- Programme names differ between universities, so read the description, not only the title.

## Which universities offer computer science in Saudi Arabia?

| University | City | Type | Programme name |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Arab Open University | Riyadh | private | Information Technology and Computing (Computer Science) |
| Dar Al-Hekma University | Jeddah | private | Bachelor of Science in Computer Science |
| King Abdulaziz University | Jeddah | public | Computer Science |
| King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals | Dhahran | public | Information & Computer Science |
| Majmaah University | Majmaah | public | Computer Science |
| Taibah University | Madinah | public | Computer Science |

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

## How does Arab Open University teach computer science?

At AOU, a private university in Riyadh since 1369 AH, computer science runs as "Information Technology and Computing (Computer Science)" inside the Faculty of Computer Studies, alongside Information Technology and Computing and Information Technology and Computing (Computing with Business). If computer science does not suit you after year one, AOU has 2 other colleges to transfer into internally.

## How does Dar Al-Hekma University teach computer science?

At Dar Al-Hekma University, a private university in Jeddah since 1420 AH, computer science runs as "Bachelor of Science in Computer Science" inside the School of Engineering, Computing and Design, alongside Bachelor of Graphic Design & Digital Media and Bachelor of Design in Visual Communications. If computer science does not suit you after year one, Dar Al-Hekma University has 2 other colleges to transfer into internally.

## How does King Abdulaziz University teach computer science?

At KAU, a public university in Jeddah since 1387 AH, computer science runs as "Computer Science" inside the Faculty of Computing and Information Technology, alongside Cybersecurity and Information Systems. If computer science does not suit you after year one, KAU has 11 other colleges to transfer into internally.

## How does King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals teach computer science?

At KFUPM, a public university in Dhahran since 1383 AH, computer science runs as "Information & Computer Science" inside the College of Computing and Mathematics, alongside Computer Engineering and Industrial and Systems Engineering. If computer science does not suit you after year one, KFUPM has 5 other colleges to transfer into internally.

## How does Majmaah University teach computer science?

At Majmaah University, a public university in Majmaah since 1426 AH, computer science runs as "Computer Science" inside the College of Science, alongside Physics and Biology. If computer science does not suit you after year one, Majmaah University has 10 other colleges to transfer into internally.

## How does Taibah University teach computer science?

At Taibah University, a public university in Madinah since 1424 AH, computer science runs as "Computer Science" inside the College of Computer Science and Engineering, alongside Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence. If computer science does not suit you after year one, Taibah University has 15 other colleges to transfer into internally.

## What mistakes should you avoid before applying for computer science?

- Avoid judging by the name: the same field appears as "Information Technology and Computing (Computer Science)" and "Bachelor of Science in Computer Science", so read the study plan before you compare.
- Public computer science seats at KAU, KFUPM, Majmaah University and Taibah University go through admission in their region, so read the unified admission guide before ranking your choices.
- If computer science is your second choice, learn the university transfer rules now.

**What is the best university in Saudi Arabia for computer science?**
There is no official ranking per major, so weigh AOU, Dar Al-Hekma University, KAU, KFUPM, Majmaah University and Taibah University on the study plan, the fees and the city.

**Where can I study computer science in Saudi Arabia?**
AOU, Dar Al-Hekma University, KAU, KFUPM, Majmaah University and Taibah University, each going by its own official page.

**Where can I study computer science in Riyadh?**
Arab Open University.

**Where can I study computer science in Jeddah?**
Dar Al-Hekma University and King Abdulaziz University.

**Is the computer science programme called the same everywhere?**
No: "Information Technology and Computing (Computer Science)" and "Bachelor of Science in Computer Science" are examples from the official pages.

Sources:
1. Arab Open University: bachelor's programmes: https://www.arabou.edu.sa/ar/admission/pages/undergraduate-programs.aspx
2. Dar Al-Hekma University: undergraduate programs: https://www.dah.edu.sa/en/academics/Pages/Undergraduate-programs.aspx
3. King Abdulaziz University: internal transfer guide 1448: https://kau.edu.sa/web/static/32a87f67-14f4-4460-b2ff-82681c2b28cc
4. King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals: colleges and departments: https://www.kfupm.edu.sa/study/colleges
5. Majmaah University: programmes list: https://www.mu.edu.sa/ar/programs
6. Taibah University: admission guide 1448H, programmes by college and branch: https://www.taibahu.edu.sa/sites/default/files/2026-05/dlyl%20alqbwl%20aljam%60y%20l%60am%201448h%202%20-%20002.pdf
7. Ministry of Education: private universities and colleges: https://www.moe.gov.sa/ar/education/highereducation/Pages/PrivateUniversities.aspx
8. Ministry of Education: Saudi public universities: https://www.moe.gov.sa/ar/education/highereducation/Pages/UniversitiesList.aspx