Effat University Employee Directory
Higher EducationMecca, Saudi Arabia501-1000 Employees
Effat University is a private higher education institution based in Jeddah, in the Mecca region of Saudi Arabia. It was established in 1999 by Queen Effat Al Thunayan, making it the first private institution of higher education in the country. The university employs 501–1,000 people and focuses on academic excellence and professional development within an Islamic knowledge framework. Its stated vision is to be recognized as a leading global center for scientific discovery and innovation that advances societal progress. In 2026 the institution announced digital transformation efforts, including the implementation of Ellucian Student and Finance solutions, and it partnered with the UK National Archives to support UK-KSA Arabian Peninsula Cultural Research Fellowships.