Colleges and Higher Education Institutions in Riyadh

Academic Specialties and Program Types

The documented institutions differ both in academic focus and in the types of study they provide. Arab East Colleges covers business, finance, accounting, computer science, education and law, with bachelor's, master's and diploma programs plus graduate studies. Riyadh Elm University focuses on health sciences and documents colleges in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, medical sciences, technology and business, alongside bachelor's, higher diploma, master's and postgraduate study.

Alfaisal University documents undergraduate and graduate education across business, engineering, medicine and science, as well as research. King Saud University documents higher education, academic programs and research, while Prince Sultan University is documented more generally as providing private higher education in Riyadh. A student's intended field and qualification level therefore provide a practical starting point for comparing these options.

Public, Private, and Specialized Institution Differences

The supplied institutions include one public university, several private universities, and private colleges. King Saud University is documented as a public university. Riyadh Elm University, Alfaisal University and Prince Sultan University are private universities, while Arab East Colleges is classified as private colleges.

Institution type is separate from academic specialization. Riyadh Elm University has a documented health-sciences focus, Arab East Colleges covers several business, computing, education and law fields, and Alfaisal University documents business, engineering, medicine and science. These differences can help users compare academic scope without treating public, private or specialized status as a measure of quality.

Locations and Areas in Riyadh

The institutions are distributed across different parts of Riyadh. Arab East Colleges is documented in Al Qirawan, while Riyadh Elm University's listed campus is in An Namudhajiyah. Prince Sultan University is located in King Salman Neighborhood.

Alfaisal University is documented on Al Takhassousi, Al Zahrawi Street, and King Saud University's supplied address is King Saud University, Riyadh 11451. Users comparing institutions by location can use these documented areas and addresses to identify which campus position better matches their preferred part of Riyadh.

Ratings and Review Counts

Google Maps ratings provide one documented comparison signal when considered together with the number of reviews. Arab East Colleges has a score of 3.6 from 365 reviews, Riyadh Elm University has 3.8 from 49 reviews, Alfaisal University has 4.4 from 995 reviews, Prince Sultan University has 4.2 from 1185 reviews, and King Saud University has 4.4 from 5029 reviews.

These figures describe the supplied Google Maps rating data only. A score and its review count can be considered alongside academic focus, institution type, location and program categories rather than used as a standalone ranking of the institutions.

Documented Opening Hours

Three institutions have populated schedules in the supplied data. Alfaisal University is documented as open from 09:00-15:00 on Sunday through Thursday. Prince Sultan University is documented as open from 08:00-15:00 on Sunday through Thursday. King Saud University is documented as open from 07:30-14:30 on Sunday through Thursday.

The schedules show different starting and closing times for these institutions, which can affect visit planning. Because institutional hours can change, confirm the current schedule before making a time-sensitive visit.

How to Compare Colleges and Universities in Riyadh

Start by matching the institution's documented academic focus to the subject and qualification level you want to pursue. A user seeking business, finance, accounting, computer science, education or law can compare the documented offerings of Arab East Colleges, while someone focused on health sciences can examine the fields documented for Riyadh Elm University. Alfaisal University documents study across business, engineering, medicine and science.

Next, consider institution type and location. The supplied options include public and private universities as well as private colleges, with documented locations in areas such as Al Qirawan, An Namudhajiyah and King Salman Neighborhood. Ratings and review counts can add context, while documented opening hours can help with practical visit planning.

Before making an enrollment decision, confirm current admissions requirements, program availability, campus arrangements and other decision-critical academic details directly with the institution.

Frequently Asked Questions About Colleges in Riyadh

Which colleges and higher education institutions are included in this Riyadh directory? The supplied directory includes Arab East Colleges, Riyadh Elm University, Alfaisal University, Prince Sultan University and King Saud University. The documented institution types include private colleges, private universities and a public university.

How do the academic specialties of these Riyadh institutions differ? Arab East Colleges documents business, finance, accounting, computer science, education and law; Riyadh Elm University documents health sciences with medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, medical sciences, technology and business; Alfaisal University documents business, engineering, medicine and science. King Saud University is documented for public higher education, research and academic programs, while Prince Sultan University is documented as providing private higher education in Riyadh.

What types of degree and study programs are documented? The supplied records include bachelor's and master's degree programs, diploma and higher diploma programs, undergraduate and graduate degree programs, postgraduate and graduate studies, higher education, health sciences education, academic programs and research. Individual program types differ by institution.

Where are the listed colleges and universities located in Riyadh? Arab East Colleges is in Al Qirawan, Riyadh Elm University's listed campus is in An Namudhajiyah, and Prince Sultan University is in King Salman Neighborhood. Alfaisal University is documented on Al Takhassousi, Al Zahrawi Street, while King Saud University's supplied address is King Saud University, Riyadh 11451.

How should I compare colleges or universities in Riyadh for my study needs? Compare the documented academic field, qualification or program type, public or private institution type, campus location, rating context and available visiting hours. The most relevant option depends on how those attributes align with your intended course of study and practical requirements.

What should I confirm before visiting or contacting an institution? Confirm current admissions requirements, current program availability, campus arrangements and any time-sensitive schedule details that affect your intended visit or application.