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Study Medicine in Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦

Saudi Arabia offers 33 Medicine programs across 24 universities. Tuition ranges from $6k–$93k/yr, making it a competitive option for international students. 97% of programs carry STEM designation, which is valuable for post-graduation work authorization in many countries.

33 Programs
24 Universities
$6k–$93k/yr Tuition
97% STEM
24% Scholarships

Why Saudi Arabia for Medicine?

Living Cost

$10,000/yr

Full guide to studying in Saudi Arabia →

By Degree Level

Bachelor (30) Certificate (1) Master (1) PhD (1)

Top Universities for Medicine in Saudi Arabia

Alfaisal University

Riyadh · National rank #1 · QS #801

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) · Bachelor
King Saud University

Riyadh · National rank #1 · QS #143

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) · Bachelor
King Khalid University

Abha · National rank #1 · QS #535

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) · Bachelor
King Abdulaziz University

Jeddah · National rank #2 · QS #163

Bachelor of Science in Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) · Bachelor
Umm Al-Qura University

Mecca · National rank #5 · QS #622

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) · Bachelor Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) · Bachelor Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor
Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University

Al-Kharj · National rank #5 · QS #721

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) · Bachelor
University of Ha'il

Ha'il · National rank #5 · QS #951

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) · Bachelor Medicine (various specializations) · PhD
Al Jouf University

Sakaka · National rank #8 · QS #901

Medicine · Bachelor
Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University

Dammam · National rank #9 · QS #491

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) · Bachelor
Taibah University

Medina · National rank #10 · QS #1201

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) · Bachelor
Qassim University

Qassim · National rank #11 · QS #801

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) · Bachelor
Batterjee Medical College

Jeddah · National rank #12

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) · Bachelor
Northern Border University

Arar · National rank #13 · QS #1001

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery · Bachelor Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) · Bachelor
University of Tabuk

Tabuk · National rank #14 · QS #1001

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) · Bachelor
Najran University

Najran · National rank #14

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) · Bachelor
AlFalah University

Riyadh · National rank #15 · QS #801

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) · Bachelor
University of Hail

Hail · National rank #18 · QS #951

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) · Bachelor
Shaqra University

Shaqra · National rank #28

Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor
AlMaarefa University

Riyadh · National rank #28

Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) · Bachelor Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) · Bachelor
University of Bisha

Bisha · National rank #35

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery · Bachelor Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) · Bachelor

All Programs

Bachelor of Science in Medicine and Surgery (MBBS)

King Abdulaziz University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Alfaisal University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Umm Al-Qura University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

AlFalah University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Saudi German University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

King Saud University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS)

Umm Al-Qura University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery

Umm Al-Qura University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Taibah University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Qassim University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

King Khalid University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Batterjee Medical College

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery

Shaqra University

Bachelor

Medicine

Al Jouf University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery

AlMaarefa University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

University of Tabuk

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

AlMaarefa University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS)

AlMaarefa University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Human Medicine Program (MBBS)

Ibn Sina National College for Medical Studies

Bachelor STEM

Foundation Year Program (first year)

Ibn Sina National College for Medical Studies

Certificate STEM

Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Sulaiman AlRajhi University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Master of Medicine

Sulaiman AlRajhi University

Master STEM Aid

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

University of Ha'il

Bachelor STEM Aid

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery

Northern Border University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Northern Border University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Najran University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

University of Hail

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery

University of Bisha

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Riyadh Elm University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

University of Bisha

Bachelor STEM

Medicine (various specializations)

University of Ha'il

PhD STEM Aid

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Medicine in Saudi Arabia?
Tuition for Medicine programs in Saudi Arabia ranges from $6k–$93k/yr. 24% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $10k.
What are the English language requirements for Medicine in Saudi Arabia?
English-taught Medicine programs in Saudi Arabia typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Medicine programs are in Saudi Arabia?
Abroadly lists 33 Medicine programs at 24 universities across Saudi Arabia. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Are Medicine programs in Saudi Arabia STEM-designated?
97% of Medicine programs in Saudi Arabia carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.
Is Saudi Arabia a good country for Medicine students?
Saudi Arabia is a strong choice for Medicine with 24 universities offering these programs. The primary language is Arabic, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for Medicine in Saudi Arabia?
In Saudi Arabia, Medicine programs are offered at: Bachelor (30 programs), Certificate (1 programs), Master (1 programs), PhD (1 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.