Established in 1998, King Khalid University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Abha (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Asir. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Alnamas, Bisha, Khamis Mushait, Mehayel. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Saudi Arabia, King Khalid University (KKU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: over-45,000 students) coeducational Saudi Arabian higher education institution. King Khalid University (KKU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 22 years old Saudi Arabian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this Saudi Arabian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. KKU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
