Checkout the Law Universities and Courses in Saudi Arabia for International Students....
Mar 29, 2025 02:19:55
Bachelor of Law (LLB)
Master of Law (LLM)
High school completion with strong grades
Proficiency in Arabic (instruction is mostly in Arabic)
International students must meet visa and admission requirements
For international students: Approx. SAR 15,000 – 25,000 per year (varies by program and faculty)
Two main intakes: Fall (September) and Spring (February)
QS World University Ranking 2024: ~201–250 globally
Top 3 in Saudi Arabia
Bachelor of Law (LLB)
Master of Public and Private Law
Ph.D. in Law
High school or bachelor's degree (for postgrad)
Arabic language proficiency (essential for law)
Indian students welcome under scholarship or self-funded schemes
Undergraduate: SAR 10,000 – 20,000 per year (approx.)
Graduate: SAR 15,000 – 25,000 per year
September (Main intake)
QS World Ranking 2024: ~143 globally
Ranked #1 in Saudi Arabia
Bachelor of Law (LLB – in English and Arabic)
High school diploma
English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL) if enrolling in English track
Approx. SAR 50,000 – 60,000 per year
Fall (August/September)
Spring (January)
Among top private universities in Saudi Arabia
Known for having bilingual instruction (English + Arabic)
Yes. More flexible with international admissions and language of instruction
Bachelor of Law (LLB) – available in English
High school certificate (with good grades)
English proficiency required
Approx. SAR 70,000 – 80,000 per year
September (main)
January (limited intake)
Private women's university with strong reputation in law and design fields
Bachelor of Law (LLB) – Bilingual (Arabic and English)
High school completion
Proficiency in English and Arabic
Approx. SAR 55,000 – 65,000 per year
Fall and Spring
Mid-tier private university, gaining popularity among international students
Some universities like KAU and KSU offer full scholarships to international students, which may cover tuition, living allowance, and housing. These are competitive and often require a strong academic background and Arabic fluency.
Language: Most public universities teach law in Arabic. Private universities are more flexible and offer bilingual or English-only programs.
Visa & Residency: International students require a student visa, which is sponsored by the university. You must secure admission before applying.
Recognition in India: Before enrolling, check if the degree is recognized by the Bar Council of India if you plan to practice law in India.
Duration: 4 years
Language of Instruction: Mostly Arabic, but some private universities offer bilingual or English programs
Recognition: Degrees are recognized locally, and some are internationally accredited.
Language: Arabic
Program: Bachelor of Law
Duration: 4 years
Tuition (for international students): Approx. SAR 15,000 – 20,000/year
Intake: September (main), limited Spring intake
Eligibility: High school certificate + Arabic proficiency
Ranking: Top 3 in Saudi Arabia, Top 250 globally
Note: Courses are entirely in Arabic; strong Arabic skills required
Language: Arabic
Program: Bachelor of Law
Duration: 4 years
Tuition (Intl): Approx. SAR 10,000 – 20,000/year
Intake: September
Eligibility: 12th-grade certificate, Arabic language skills
Ranking: #1 in Saudi Arabia (QS 2024)
Scholarships: Full scholarships available for high-achieving international students
Language: Bilingual (Arabic & English)
Program: Bachelor of Law (LLB)
Duration: 4 years
Tuition: SAR 50,000 – 60,000/year
Intake: Fall (September), Spring (January)
Eligibility: High school diploma, IELTS/TOEFL (for English track)
Highlights: International-friendly, modern curriculum, co-ed
Ranking: Among top private institutions in KSA
Language: Bilingual (Arabic/English)
Program: LLB – Bachelor in Law
Duration: 4 years
Tuition: SAR 55,000 – 65,000/year
Intake: Fall, Spring
Eligibility: High school + English/Arabic proficiency
Language: English (majority of courses)
Program: LLB – Bachelor of Law
Duration: 4 years
Tuition: SAR 70,000 – 80,000/year
Intake: September
Eligibility: High school + IELTS or TOEFL
Note: Prestigious women-only university, good international exposure
High School Certificate (12th grade)
Preferably from a recognized board (CBSE, ISC, or State Boards)
Language Proficiency
Arabic: Required for public universities (KSU, KAU)
English: For private universities (PSU, Dar Al-Hekma)
Passport & Visa
Student visa required (university usually provides sponsorship)
Other Documents
Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Academic transcripts
Recommendation letters (in some cases)
Medical clearance
Type of University |
Tuition Fees (Annual) |
Additional Costs |
|---|---|---|
|
Public (e.g., KSU, KAU) |
SAR 10,000 – 20,000 |
Housing, food, visa (SAR 2,000–4,000/month) |
|
Private (e.g., PSU, Al Yamamah) |
SAR 50,000 – 80,000 |
Additional fees for international students |
Programs Offered:
LLM in Public Law
LLM in Private Law
LLM in Criminal Law
Language: Arabic
Duration: 2 years
Tuition Fees: Approx. SAR 20,000 – 30,000 per year
Intake: Fall (September)
Eligibility:
Bachelor’s in Law or Sharia (minimum GPA required)
Arabic language proficiency
Ranking: Top 250 globally (QS), Top 3 in Saudi Arabia
Scholarships: Available for international students (competitive)
Programs Offered:
LLM in Public Law
LLM in Private Law
LLM in Commercial Law
PhD in Law (also available)
Language: Arabic
Duration: 2 years
Tuition Fees: Approx. SAR 15,000 – 25,000/year
Intake: September
Eligibility:
LLB from a recognized university
Arabic language proficiency required
Ranking: QS Global Rank ~143 (2024), #1 in Saudi Arabia
Scholarships: Full scholarships (include housing + stipend)
Program Offered:
LLM in Law (with specializations like Commercial Law, Arbitration, etc.)
Language: English and Arabic (bilingual)
Duration: 2 years
Tuition Fees: Approx. SAR 55,000 – 65,000/year
Intake: Fall (August), Spring (January)
Eligibility:
LLB or equivalent
English proficiency: IELTS 6.0+ or TOEFL
Highlights:
Modern curriculum
Friendly to international students
Focus on International Commercial Law and Arbitration
Program Offered:
LLM – Master in Law
Language: Bilingual (Arabic/English)
Duration: 2 years
Tuition Fees: Approx. SAR 50,000 – 60,000/year
Intake: Fall and Spring
Eligibility:
LLB or Bachelor’s in related field
Proficiency in Arabic and/or English
Highlights:
Strong private sector connections
Suitable for business law and arbitration focus
Program Offered:
LLM in Law
Language: Primarily English
Duration: 2 years
Tuition Fees: SAR 70,000 – 80,000/year
Eligibility:
LLB with decent GPA
IELTS/TOEFL for English track
Intake: September
Highlights:
International curriculum
Strong faculty and partnerships with US/UK universities
Women-only university
Requirement |
Public Universities |
Private Universities |
|---|---|---|
|
LLB Degree |
Required |
Required |
|
Language |
Arabic (mostly) |
English/Arabic |
|
GPA |
2.75/4.0 or equivalent (minimum) |
Varies |
|
English Proficiency |
Not required unless stated |
IELTS/TOEFL |
|
Arabic Proficiency |
Mandatory |
Optional/limited |
|
Student Visa |
Sponsored by university |
Sponsored by university |
University Type |
Annual Tuition |
Living Costs |
Scholarships |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Public (KSU, KAU) |
SAR 15,000 – 30,000 |
SAR 2,000 – 3,500/month |
Full/Partial |
|
Private (PSU, Al Yamamah) |
SAR 50,000 – 80,000 |
SAR 3,000 – 5,000/month |
Limited |
Islamic Law (Sharia)
Public Law
Private Law
International Commercial Law
Arbitration and Dispute Resolution
Criminal Law
Intellectual Property Law
Similar legal roots in Islamic Law and Civil Law
High-quality infrastructure and safety
Scholarships and low tuition at public universities
Pathways to legal work in GCC countries (UAE, Qatar, Oman)
Program: Ph.D. in Law (Doctorate of Juridical Science)
Language: Arabic
Duration: 3–5 years
Specializations:
Public Law
Private Law
Sharia & Islamic Jurisprudence
Tuition Fees: ~SAR 20,000 – 30,000/year (can be waived under scholarship)
Eligibility:
Master’s in Law or Sharia (LLM or equivalent)
Strong Arabic proficiency
Research proposal + academic interviews
Ranking: Top 3 in Saudi Arabia, QS World Rank ~250
Program: Ph.D. in Law
Language: Arabic
Duration: 3–5 years
Specializations:
Commercial Law
International Law
Public/Private Law
Tuition Fees: SAR 15,000 – 25,000/year
Scholarships: Fully-funded scholarships available for international students (covers tuition, housing, monthly stipend)
Eligibility:
LLM or equivalent (min 3.5 GPA out of 5)
Arabic language requirement (essential)
Proposal approval + entrance test/interview
Ranking: #1 in Saudi Arabia, QS Rank ~143
Program: Ph.D. in Law (Sharia, Comparative Law, and related fields)
Language: Arabic
Focus: Strong emphasis on Islamic Law, Fiqh, Comparative Jurisprudence
Duration: 4–5 years
Tuition Fees: Minimal or free for scholarship holders
Eligibility: LLM in Law or Sharia; Arabic fluency
Note: Known for in-depth Islamic legal research
(Currently no PhD in Law, but may offer doctoral programs soon)
If you’re looking for English-medium legal education, PSU offers LLM programs and may expand into doctoral offerings in the future.
You could also explore PhD pathways via international partnerships.
Islamic Jurisprudence (Fiqh)
Sharia & Comparative Law
Public Law (Constitutional, Administrative)
Private Law (Contract, Tort, Property)
Commercial Law (Business, Corporate)
International Law
Arbitration & Dispute Resolution
Criminal Law
Requirement |
Details |
|---|---|
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Master’s Degree |
LLM or equivalent in Law or Sharia (min GPA 3.5+/5 or equivalent) |
|
Language |
Strong proficiency in Arabic (required for most programs) |
|
Research Proposal |
Needed; should align with faculty expertise |
|
Letters of Recommendation |
Typically 2 academic references |
|
Entrance Exam or Interview |
Often required at public universities |
|
Passport + Visa |
Student visa sponsored by university upon acceptance |
Type |
Tuition Fees |
Scholarship Opportunities |
|---|---|---|
|
Public Universities (KAU, KSU, IMSIU) |
SAR 15,000 – 30,000/year |
Full scholarships available |
|
Private Universities |
N/A or limited PhD offerings |
Few PhD-level scholarships |
Tuition fees: Waived
Monthly stipend: ~SAR 1,900+
Free accommodation and medical care
Return flight tickets (yearly)
Open to Indian students
Requirement |
Details |
|---|---|
|
Educational Qualification |
Completion of 12th grade (Higher Secondary) from a recognized board (CBSE/ICSE/State Boards) |
|
Minimum Marks |
Usually 70% or above (may vary by university) |
|
Language Proficiency |
- Arabic for public universities (mandatory) |
|
Standardized Tests |
Not usually required for law, but may be needed for general admission (e.g., Qiyas test for Saudis; waived for international students) |
|
Passport & Visa |
Valid passport; student visa (university-sponsored) |
|
Age Limit |
Generally 17–25 years for undergraduate programs |
Public universities (KSU, KAU, etc.): Arabic is the medium of instruction
Private universities (Prince Sultan, Al Yamamah): Bilingual or English instruction — require IELTS (min 5.5–6.0) or TOEFL iBT (60–80)
Requirement |
Details |
|---|---|
|
Educational Qualification |
Bachelor of Law (LLB) or Sharia from a recognized university |
|
Minimum GPA |
Typically GPA 2.75/4.0 or 60%–65%+ in Indian grading system |
|
Language Proficiency |
- Arabic (public universities) |
|
Research Proposal |
Not always required, but helpful if applying for thesis-based LLMs |
|
Recommendation Letters |
1–2 academic references may be needed |
|
Visa |
Student visa sponsored by university |
You must translate all academic transcripts into Arabic or English and have them attested by the Saudi Embassy.
Work experience is not mandatory but may add weight to your application.
Requirement |
Details |
|---|---|
|
Educational Qualification |
LLM or Master’s in Law/Sharia (minimum GPA 3.5+/5.0) |
|
Language Proficiency |
- Arabic: Mandatory in public universities (proof required) |
|
Research Proposal |
Compulsory – must align with university’s faculty expertise |
|
Letters of Recommendation |
2–3 academic references required |
|
Entrance Test/Interview |
Usually required for public universities |
|
Visa & Immigration |
Student visa after official acceptance |
Document |
Required For |
|---|---|
|
Academic Transcripts (attested) |
All levels |
|
Passport Copy |
All levels |
|
Statement of Purpose (SOP) |
LLM & PhD |
|
Language Proficiency Certificate |
Based on medium (Arabic/English) |
|
Recommendation Letters |
LLM & PhD |
|
Research Proposal |
PhD |
|
Medical Fitness Certificate |
All international students |
|
Photos (passport size) |
All levels |
Intake |
Semester |
Starts |
Application Period |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Fall Intake |
1st Semester |
September |
January to April/May |
|
Spring Intake (limited) |
2nd Semester |
January/February |
September to November (previous year) |
University |
Intake |
Application Deadline (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|
|
King Saud University (KSU) |
Fall only |
April 2025 |
|
King Abdulaziz University (KAU) |
Fall only |
March – May 2025 |
|
Prince Sultan University (PSU) |
Fall & Spring |
Fall: April–May, Spring: Oct–Nov |
|
Al Yamamah University |
Fall & Spring |
Fall: May–June, Spring: Nov–Dec |
|
Dar Al-Hekma University (Women Only) |
Fall & Spring |
Fall: May, Spring: Oct–Nov |
University |
Intake |
Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|
|
King Saud University (KSU) |
Fall only |
March – April 2025 |
|
King Abdulaziz University (KAU) |
Fall only |
Jan – April 2025 |
|
Prince Sultan University (PSU) |
Fall & Spring |
Fall: May, Spring: Nov |
|
Al Yamamah University |
Fall & Spring |
Fall: June, Spring: November |
|
Dar Al-Hekma University |
Fall & Spring |
Fall: May–June, Spring: Oct–Nov |
University |
Intake |
Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|
|
King Saud University (KSU) |
Fall only |
Feb – April 2025 |
|
King Abdulaziz University (KAU) |
Fall only |
Jan – March 2025 (for scholarship track) |
|
Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU) |
Fall only |
Feb – April 2025 |
|
Prince Sultan University |
No PhD yet in Law |
N/A |
Step |
Period |
|---|---|
|
University applications open |
January – March |
|
Submission of required documents |
Feb – April |
|
Entrance exams/interviews (if any) |
April – May |
|
Admission decisions |
May – June |
|
Student visa process |
June – August |
|
Semester begins |
Late August or early September |
Academic transcripts (attested)
Passport copy
Personal photo
Statement of Purpose (SOP) – for LLM/PhD
Letters of Recommendation (LLM/PhD)
Language test scores (IELTS/TOEFL if applicable)
Medical certificate
Research proposal (for PhD)
University |
Type |
Language |
Annual Tuition Fees (SAR) |
Approx. in INR (1 SAR ≈ 22) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
King Saud University (KSU) |
Public |
Arabic |
SAR 15,000 – 20,000 |
3.3 – 4.4 Lakhs |
|
King Abdulaziz University (KAU) |
Public |
Arabic |
SAR 10,000 – 20,000 |
2.2 – 4.4 Lakhs |
|
Prince Sultan University (PSU) |
Private |
Bilingual (Eng/Arabic) |
SAR 50,000 – 60,000 |
11 – 13.2 Lakhs |
|
Al Yamamah University |
Private |
Bilingual |
SAR 55,000 – 65,000 |
12.1 – 14.3 Lakhs |
|
Dar Al-Hekma University (Women Only) |
Private |
English |
SAR 70,000 – 80,000 |
15.4 – 17.6 Lakhs |
University |
Type |
Language |
Annual Tuition Fees (SAR) |
Approx. in INR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
King Saud University (KSU) |
Public |
Arabic |
SAR 20,000 – 30,000 |
4.4 – 6.6 Lakhs |
|
King Abdulaziz University (KAU) |
Public |
Arabic |
SAR 15,000 – 25,000 |
3.3 – 5.5 Lakhs |
|
Prince Sultan University (PSU) |
Private |
English |
SAR 55,000 – 65,000 |
12.1 – 14.3 Lakhs |
|
Al Yamamah University |
Private |
Bilingual |
SAR 50,000 – 60,000 |
11 – 13.2 Lakhs |
|
Dar Al-Hekma University (Women Only) |
Private |
English |
SAR 70,000 – 80,000 |
15.4 – 17.6 Lakhs |
University |
Type |
Language |
Tuition Fees (SAR) |
Approx. in INR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
King Saud University (KSU) |
Public |
Arabic |
SAR 20,000 – 30,000/year |
4.4 – 6.6 Lakhs |
|
King Abdulaziz University (KAU) |
Public |
Arabic |
SAR 15,000 – 25,000/year |
3.3 – 5.5 Lakhs |
|
Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU) |
Public |
Arabic |
Very minimal or free (for scholarship students) |
0 – 1 Lakh |
PhD Scholarships: Most public universities, especially KAU, offer fully-funded PhD scholarships for international students, covering:
100% tuition waiver
Monthly stipend (SAR 1,900+)
Free housing & healthcare
Air tickets (round trip annually)
Item |
Estimated Cost (SAR) |
Approx. in INR |
|---|---|---|
|
Accommodation |
SAR 12,000 – 24,000 |
2.6 – 5.3 Lakhs |
|
Living expenses (food, transport, etc.) |
SAR 10,000 – 18,000 |
2.2 – 4 Lakhs |
|
Books & Supplies |
SAR 1,000 – 2,000 |
22,000 – 44,000 |
|
Health Insurance |
SAR 1,000 – 1,500 |
22,000 – 33,000 |
Program |
Public Univ (SAR) |
Private Univ (SAR) |
|---|---|---|
|
LLB |
10,000 – 20,000 |
50,000 – 80,000 |
|
LLM |
15,000 – 30,000 |
50,000 – 80,000 |
|
PhD |
15,000 – 30,000 (or free with scholarship) |
Rarely offered at private level |
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