Welcome Message from Taif University
Dear Esteemed Colleagues, Scholars, and Students from Around the World,
On behalf of Taif University, it is my honor and privilege to extend to you a warm welcome from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and from the historic city of Taif — the “City of Roses.”
Since its establishment, Taif University has strived to be a leading center of knowledge, research, and innovation, empowering students, fostering discovery, and contributing to the progress of society both locally and globally.
What defines us:
A comprehensive range of academic programs across medical, engineering, scientific, and humanities disciplines.
A strong emphasis on research and innovation, supported by modern laboratories, research centers, and global partnerships.
A student experience enriched by cultural, social, and extracurricular activities, ensuring holistic growth alongside academic achievement.
A unique location in Taif, celebrated for its natural beauty, moderate climate, and cultural heritage.
We open our doors to the global academic community — inviting partnerships with universities, collaborative research projects, and student exchange programs. Together, we can build bridges of cooperation, advance human knowledge, and prepare future leaders to address the challenges of our world.
We invite you to explore Taif University’s programs, initiatives, and opportunities for engagement. Let us embark together on a journey of shared learning, discovery, and global impact.
About Taif University
Taif University is a public university located north of Taif in the Makkah region on the airport road. The university is about 85 km from Makkah, 160 km from Jeddah, and approximately 750 km from Riyadh. The current main campus of Taif University is located in Al-Hawiya, in the city of Taif.
- Taif's location is strategically positioned as a meeting point for major roads coming from the south, north, east, and west.
- The city of Taif has long been renowned for its tourism, commerce, and agriculture, in addition to hosting both local and international delegations and conferences.
- Taif University is one of the largest universities in Saudi Arabia and has a long history in higher education, research, and innovation.
- The university uses the best and most modern scientific methods, and it is home to a distinguished group of faculty members with extensive experience in their specialized fields.
- Taif University is ranked in the RUR (Round University Ranking) global university ranking, which includes the top 4% of universities worldwide. It ranked 4th locally.
Vision
To be a university with a distinguished role in achieving the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 by building individuals and developing society.
Mission
To develop specialized competencies that are competitive locally and contribute to transforming knowledge into a driver of development.
Values
Transparency, teamwork, excellence, belonging, and role modeling.
