# Physical therapy universities in Saudi Arabia: colleges and fees

Physical therapy universities in Saudi Arabia, counted from their own official pages: 14 name physical therapy outright, namely Jazan University, Jouf University, KKU, KSU, Majmaah University, Najran University, PNU, QU, Shaqra University, UT, Taibah University, Taif University, UOH and UQU. 14 of them are public and 0 private, in Jazan, Sakaka, Abha, Riyadh, Majmaah, Najran, Buraidah, Shaqra, Tabuk, Madinah, Taif, Hail and Makkah.

- 14 universities across 13 cities: Jazan, Sakaka, Abha, Riyadh, Majmaah, Najran, Buraidah, Shaqra, Tabuk, Madinah, Taif, Hail and Makkah.
- Programme names differ between universities, so read the description, not only the title.

## Which universities offer physical therapy in Saudi Arabia?

| University | City | Type | Programme name |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Jazan University | Jazan | public | Physical Therapy |
| Jouf University | Sakaka | public | Physical Therapy and Health Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy and Health Rehabilitation (Qurayyat) |
| King Khalid University | Abha | public | Physical Therapy |
| King Saud University | Riyadh | public | Physical Therapy |
| Majmaah University | Majmaah | public | Physical Therapy and Health Rehabilitation |
| Najran University | Najran | public | Physical Therapy |
| Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University | Riyadh | public | Doctor of Physical Therapy |
| Qassim University | Buraidah | public | Doctor of Physical Therapy |
| Shaqra University | Shaqra | public | Physical Therapy (men) |
| University of Tabuk | Tabuk | public | Physical Therapy |
| Taibah University | Madinah | public | Physical Therapy |
| Taif University | Taif | public | Physical Therapy |
| University of Hail | Hail | public | Physical Therapy |
| Umm Al-Qura University | Makkah | public | Doctor of Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy |

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

## How does Jazan University teach physical therapy?

At Jazan University, a public university in Jazan since 1426 AH, physical therapy runs as "Physical Therapy" inside the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, alongside Nursing and Epidemiology. If physical therapy does not suit you after year one, Jazan University has 11 other colleges to transfer into internally.

## How does Jouf University teach physical therapy?

At Jouf University, a public university in Sakaka since 1426 AH, physical therapy runs as "Physical Therapy and Health Rehabilitation" and "Physical Therapy and Health Rehabilitation (Qurayyat)" inside the College of Applied Medical Sciences (Sakaka), alongside Clinical Laboratory Sciences. If physical therapy does not suit you after year one, Jouf University has 13 other colleges to transfer into internally.

## How does King Khalid University teach physical therapy?

At KKU, a public university in Abha since 1419 AH, physical therapy runs as "Physical Therapy" inside the College of Applied Medical Sciences, Abha, alongside Medical Laboratory Sciences and Radiologic Technology. A physical therapy student there draws a monthly stipend from SR 850. If physical therapy does not suit you after year one, KKU has 20 other colleges to transfer into internally.

## How does King Saud University teach physical therapy?

At KSU, a public university in Riyadh since 1377 AH, physical therapy runs as "Physical Therapy" inside the College of Applied Medical Sciences, alongside Biomedical Engineering and Clinical Laboratories. A physical therapy student there draws a monthly stipend from SR 850. If physical therapy does not suit you after year one, KSU has 21 other colleges to transfer into internally.

## How does Majmaah University teach physical therapy?

At Majmaah University, a public university in Majmaah since 1426 AH, physical therapy runs as "Physical Therapy and Health Rehabilitation" inside the College of Applied Medical Sciences, alongside Radiology and Medical Imaging and Medical Laboratories. If physical therapy does not suit you after year one, Majmaah University has 10 other colleges to transfer into internally.

## How does Najran University teach physical therapy?

At Najran University, a public university in Najran since 1427 AH, physical therapy runs as "Physical Therapy" inside the College of Applied Medical Sciences (health track), alongside Radiological Sciences and Clinical Laboratory Sciences. If physical therapy does not suit you after year one, Najran University has 13 other colleges to transfer into internally.

## How does Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University teach physical therapy?

At PNU, a public university in Riyadh since 1425 AH, physical therapy runs as "Doctor of Physical Therapy" inside the College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (health foundation year), alongside Occupational Therapy and Health Education. A physical therapy student there draws a monthly stipend from SR 850. If physical therapy does not suit you after year one, PNU has 15 other colleges to transfer into internally.

## How does Qassim University teach physical therapy?

At QU, a public university in Buraidah since 1423 AH, physical therapy runs as "Doctor of Physical Therapy" inside the College of Applied Medical Sciences, alongside Doctor of Optometry and Medical Laboratory Sciences. If physical therapy does not suit you after year one, QU has 15 other colleges to transfer into internally.

## How does Shaqra University teach physical therapy?

At Shaqra University, a public university in Shaqra since 1430 AH, physical therapy runs as "Physical Therapy (men)" inside the College of Applied Medical Sciences in Shaqra, alongside Medical Laboratories (Shaqra) and Nursing Sciences (Shaqra). If physical therapy does not suit you after year one, Shaqra University has 13 other colleges to transfer into internally.

## How does University of Tabuk teach physical therapy?

At UT, a public university in Tabuk since 1427 AH, physical therapy runs as "Physical Therapy" inside the College of Applied Medical Sciences, alongside Medical Laboratories (Haematology and Transfusion Medicine) and Medical Laboratories (Molecular Medicine). A physical therapy student there draws a monthly stipend from SR 840. If physical therapy does not suit you after year one, UT has 15 other colleges to transfer into internally.

## How does Taibah University teach physical therapy?

At Taibah University, a public university in Madinah since 1424 AH, physical therapy runs as "Physical Therapy" inside the College of Rehabilitation Sciences, alongside Prosthetics and Assistive Devices and Occupational Therapy. If physical therapy does not suit you after year one, Taibah University has 15 other colleges to transfer into internally.

## How does Taif University teach physical therapy?

At Taif University, a public university in Taif since 1400 AH, physical therapy runs as "Physical Therapy" inside the College of Applied Medical Sciences, alongside Radiology Sciences and Clinical Laboratory Sciences. If physical therapy does not suit you after year one, Taif University has 15 other colleges to transfer into internally.

## How does University of Hail teach physical therapy?

At UOH, a public university in Hail since 2005, physical therapy runs as "Physical Therapy" inside the College of Applied Medical Sciences, alongside Diagnostic Radiology and Clinical Nutrition. If physical therapy does not suit you after year one, UOH has 12 other colleges to transfer into internally.

## How does Umm Al-Qura University teach physical therapy?

At UQU, a public university in Makkah since 1369 AH, physical therapy runs as "Doctor of Physical Therapy" and "Physical Therapy" inside the College of Applied Medical Sciences, alongside Emergency Medical Services and Respiratory Care. A physical therapy student there draws a monthly stipend from SR 850. If physical therapy does not suit you after year one, UQU has 25 other colleges to transfer into internally.

## What mistakes should you avoid before applying for physical therapy?

- Avoid judging by the name: the same field appears as "Physical Therapy" and "Physical Therapy and Health Rehabilitation", so read the study plan before you compare.
- Public physical therapy seats at Jazan University, Jouf University, KKU, KSU, Majmaah University, Najran University, PNU, QU, Shaqra University, UT, Taibah University, Taif University, UOH and UQU go through admission in their region, so read the unified admission guide before ranking your choices.
- If physical therapy is your second choice, learn the university transfer rules now.

**What is the best university in Saudi Arabia for physical therapy?**
There is no official ranking per major, so weigh Jazan University, Jouf University, KKU, KSU, Majmaah University, Najran University, PNU, QU, Shaqra University, UT, Taibah University, Taif University, UOH and UQU on the study plan, the fees and the city.

**Where can I study physical therapy in Saudi Arabia?**
Jazan University, Jouf University, KKU, KSU, Majmaah University, Najran University, PNU, QU, Shaqra University, UT, Taibah University, Taif University, UOH and UQU, each going by its own official page.

**Where can I study physical therapy in Jazan?**
Jazan University.

**Where can I study physical therapy in Sakaka?**
Jouf University.

**Is the physical therapy programme called the same everywhere?**
No: "Physical Therapy" and "Physical Therapy and Health Rehabilitation" are examples from the official pages.

Sources:
1. Jazan University: admission guide with programmes and admission conditions for bachelor and diploma: https://www.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
2. Jouf University: undergraduate admission guide: https://www.ju.edu.sa/ar/admission-guide-1448-ah
3. King Khalid University, Deanship of Admission and Registration: regular bachelor's programmes by college: https://dar.kku.edu.sa/ar/acadimic-program/category/acp_one
4. King Saud University, Deanship of Admission and Registration: admission at King Saud University: https://dar.ksu.edu.sa/ar/ksu-admission
5. Majmaah University: programmes list: https://www.mu.edu.sa/ar/programs
6. Najran University: colleges and majors guide (Deanship of Admission and Registration): https://portal.nu.edu.sa/ar/web/admission-registration/college-and-majors-guide-1447
7. Princess Nourah University: majors and academic programmes guide: https://pnu.edu.sa/ar/RegAdm/RegBSC/Documents/48dar.pdf
8. Qassim University: undergraduate admission rules and majors open for admission: https://www.qu.edu.sa/undergraduate-admission/
9. Shaqra University: admission guide for bachelor and diploma programmes: https://www.su.edu.sa/ar/page/Admission
10. University of Tabuk: academic programmes: https://www.ut.edu.sa/study-university/programs
11. 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
12. Taif University, Deanship of Admission and Registration: admission guide for paid academic programmes for non-Saudi residents: https://www.tu.edu.sa/Attachments/8d0213d4-0d46-4bea-a862-046dac4b188f_.pdf
13. University of Hail: frequently asked questions on admission and study: https://www.uoh.edu.sa/Ar/Pages/FAQs.aspx
14. Umm Al-Qura University, degree catalogue: bachelor programmes, College of Medicine: https://uqu.edu.sa/App/Degrees?degree=2&perPage=100&faculty=10
15. Ministry of Education: Saudi public universities: https://www.moe.gov.sa/ar/education/highereducation/Pages/UniversitiesList.aspx
16. King Khalid University, Deanship of Admission and Registration: student guide (stipend amounts and rules, pages 9 and 10): https://www.kku.edu.sa/sites/default/files/2024-09/Academia.pdf
17. King Saud University, Deanship of Admission and Registration: student stipend: https://dar.ksu.edu.sa/en/stipend
18. Princess Nourah University, Deanship of Admission and Registration: stipends (amounts by college, conditions, deposit date, excellence reward, IBAN): https://pnu.edu.sa/ar/Deanship/registration/Pages/Rewards.aspx
19. University of Tabuk, Deanship of Student Affairs: Rewards and Allowances Administration (stipend amounts, excellence award, disability allowance): https://www.ut.edu.sa/en/node/26167
20. Umm Al-Qura University, Deanship of Student Affairs: stipends department FAQ (conditions, deposit date, excellence, graduate and disability stipends): https://uqu.edu.sa/studaff/App/FAQ/124300