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Admission Portal for Future Students

Future Students

Your first step toward the University of Jeddah — this page offers a structured path for students seeking admission, presenting admission requirements, academic programs, official application channels, and key links that help applicants make informed, reliable decisions.

Academic Excellence in Numbers

Academic indicators reflecting program diversity, accreditation level, faculty capability, and how outcomes connect to the labor market and student experience.

17

Colleges

125

Academic Programs

29,832

Students

35,975

Graduates

2,237

Faculty Members

15

Accredited Programs

65%

Employment Rate

72%

Student Satisfaction

The Admission Journey at the University of Jeddah

The prospective student journey begins with exploring suitable programs, reviewing admission requirements, applying through official channels, and following the academic calendar after admission results are announced.

Distinctive Programs

Modern academic tracks aligned with labor-market needs and future sectors.

Online Admission

Apply and follow up through the official accredited admission platforms.

Clear Requirements

Admission requirements for bachelor, diploma, and postgraduate programs.

Official Sources

Direct links to admission, academic programs, the calendar, and international students.

Why the University of Jeddah?

The University of Jeddah focuses on building a modern educational experience combining program quality, skills development, and alignment with national development and labor-market needs.

Market-Aligned Programs

Majors and learning tracks addressing promising sectors and supporting graduate readiness.

Modern Learning Environment

A university ecosystem supporting academic achievement, student activities, and personal and professional skills development.

Future-Oriented

A focus on technology, data, innovation, and the skills students need in modern work environments.

Future Programs

Next-Generation Majors Start at the University of Jeddah

Anticipating labor-market needs and Saudi Vision 2030 targets, the University of Jeddah offers specialized programs in artificial intelligence and logistics, graduating professionals ready to lead the Kingdom's fastest-growing sectors.

Artificial intelligence programs at the University of Jeddah
Distinctive Program Artificial Intelligence

Specialized programs preparing students in machine learning, data science, and computer vision, with applied curricula directly tied to the Kingdom's technology sector — graduating national talent to lead digital transformation.

Machine Learning Data Science Vision 2030
Logistics and supply chain programs at the University of Jeddah
Distinctive Program Logistics and Supply Chain

From the heart of Jeddah — the Kingdom's logistics gateway and home to one of the region's largest ports — the university offers programs preparing specialists in supply chains, transport, and warehousing, supporting the National Transport and Logistics Strategy.

Supply Chain Transport & Warehousing Future Economy

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements for diploma, bachelor, and postgraduate programs at the University of Jeddah.

University of Jeddah students
Admission Requirements Diploma and Bachelor
  • The applicant must be a Saudi national, born to a Saudi mother, or the mother of a Saudi child.
  • Must hold a high school certificate or its equivalent from inside or outside the Kingdom.
  • Must obtain their employer’s approval to study if employed by a government or private entity.
  • Must have a General Aptitude Test score for the humanities track, and both General Aptitude and Achievement Test scores for the science track.
  • Electronically entered data must match the original documents.
  • Must not have been academically dismissed from the university or any other university.
  • The university does not accept students already admitted to another university; admission is revoked for anyone found admitted to another institution.
Postgraduate students at the University of Jeddah
Admission Requirements Postgraduate Studies
  • The applicant must be Saudi, or hold an official postgraduate scholarship if non-Saudi, per applicable regulations.
  • Must hold a bachelor’s degree with a grade of at least Good from a Saudi or other recognized university.
  • Must be of good conduct and medically fit.
  • Must provide two academic recommendations from professors who previously taught them.
  • Must score at least 60 on the Postgraduate General Aptitude Test.
  • Employed applicants must provide employer approval for programs offered during official working hours.
  • Academic departments may add further requirements per program nature, in coordination with the Deanship of Graduate Studies and International Cooperation.

Academic Programs

Prospective students can browse available academic programs and majors through the university’s official links; reviewing each program’s requirements before applying is essential.

Data Science program
Data Science
Cybersecurity program
Cybersecurity
Accounting program
Accounting
E-Learning program
E-Learning

International Students

Scholarships and international student exchange at the University of Jeddah.

International students at the University of Jeddah
Scholarships and Student Exchange

The University of Jeddah attracts outstanding international students and supports scholarship and international exchange initiatives, strengthening the international dimension of its academic programs and learning experience.

Key Academic Dates

This section highlights the key academic dates published in the university calendar for the summer term of academic year 1448 / 2026; please check the university calendar page for any later updates.

01 Final Registration Period for the Summer Term

Final registration period for the summer term before classes begin.

17/06/2026 - 28/06/2026
02 Start of the Summer Term

Start of the summer term for academic year 1447 AH per the published university calendar.

28/06/2026
03 Midterm Exams

Midterm examination period for the summer term.

19/07/2026 - 23/07/2026
04 Alternative Midterm Exams

Alternative midterm exam dates for students.

26/07/2026 - 28/07/2026
05 Final Exams

Final examination period for the summer term.

12/08/2026 - 17/08/2026
06 Alternative Final Exams

Alternative final exam dates for students.

23/08/2026 - 25/08/2026
07 Start of the First Term 1448 AH

Start of the first term of academic year 1448 AH.

23/08/2026
08 Graduation Documents Pickup for the Summer Term

Graduation document collection date for the summer term.

13/09/2026
Follow the University Calendar

After admission, students are advised to regularly check the university calendar for class start dates, registration, exams, alternative exams, and document collection.

Talk to Us

Official channels for your questions before and during application — choose what suits you best.

Hayyak Platform

The University of Jeddah’s official beneficiary service platform — submit inquiries and track them online.

FAQ

Ready answers to the most common questions about admission, registration, and academic programs.

UJ WhatsApp

Fast, direct contact with the beneficiary service team via the university’s official WhatsApp.

Start Your Academic Journey from the Official Source

Before applying, make sure to review admission requirements, choose the right program, follow announced dates, and use official links only to ensure data accuracy and a sound admission process.

Online Admission Academic Programs International Students University Calendar