About
Taif University is located in Al Hawiyah, Ta'if, Saudi Arabia. It was established in 2004. The university is one of three created by TU. The university is a member of the Association of Arab Universities and offers undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 440 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 39 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 38,212
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 16.7 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 3%
- Female : Male
- 58 : 42
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownUS News
19 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Polymer Science | 90 | 54.2 | 2026 |
| Plant and Animal Science | 91 | 54.2 | 2026 |
| Optics | 119 | 54.2 | 2026 |
| Pharmacology and Toxicology | =132 | 54.2 | 2026 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | =172 | 54.2 | 2026 |
| Nanoscience and Nanotechnology | =176 | 54.2 | 2026 |
| Artificial Intelligence | 224 | 54.2 | 2026 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | =233 | 54.2 | 2026 |
| Green and Sustainable Science and Technology | =233 | 54.2 | 2026 |
| Physical Chemistry | 236 | 54.2 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =252 | 54.2 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =259 | 54.2 | 2026 |
| Energy and Fuels | =264 | 54.2 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =276 | 54.2 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =301 | 54.2 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =310 | 54.2 | 2026 |
| Agricultural Sciences | 319 | 54.2 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =341 | 54.2 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | =821 | 54.2 | 2026 |
ARWU
16 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Sciences | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Veterinary Science | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Mathematics | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Nanoscience & Nanotechnology | 201-300 | - | 2023 |
| Food Science & Technology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Metallurgical Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Telecommunication Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Instruments Science & Technology | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Computer Science | 301-400 | - | 2024 |
| Materials Science | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Energy Science & Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Biological Sciences | 301-400 | - | 2023 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Biotechnology | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
| Human Biological Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2023 |
THE
6 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering & Technology | 301–400 | 41.5 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 401–500 | 38.3 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 401–500 | 38.8 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 401–500 | 40.1 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 601–800 | 28.2 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 601–800 | 20.1 | 2026 |
QS
2 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Medicine | 701-850 | - | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Taif University?
Taif University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 901-950, THE Rank 601–800, ARWU Rank 601-700, US News Rank =440.
When was Taif University founded?
Taif University was founded in 2004.
What are the top subjects at Taif University?
Top subjects at Taif University include: Polymer Science, Plant and Animal Science, Agricultural Sciences, Veterinary Science, Optics.
Where is Taif University located?
Taif University is located in Ta'if, Saudi Arabia.