Effat University is a leading private, non-profit institution based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, founded in 1999 under the King Faisal Charitable Foundation. Originally established to advance women’s education, it has grown into a modern, coeducational university with a strong reputation for academic excellence.

Offering an American-style, liberal arts education, Effat University delivers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across business, engineering, architecture and design, and humanities. The university is known for its focus on innovation, leadership, and interdisciplinary learning, as well as for introducing pioneering programmes in emerging fields.

With a diverse, international student community and a commitment to global standards, Effat University aims to develop future leaders who can make a meaningful impact both regionally and globally.