Best Universities in the Middle East

Explore the top-ranked universities across the Middle East region.

Excellence in Middle Eastern Higher Education

The Middle East has emerged as a dynamic hub for higher education, with universities that combine rich cultural heritage with cutting-edge research and innovation. Our rankings assess institutions across the region based on academic excellence, research output, international collaboration, student experience, and contributions to regional development.

From the UAE's innovation-focused institutions to Saudi Arabia's research powerhouses, Lebanon's historic universities to Qatar's education city, these top-ranked universities offer world-class education in a region that's rapidly becoming a global education destination.

#1
King Saud University
Country: Saudi Arabia
City: Riyadh
Rating: 4.9
Score: 97.5
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#2
United Arab Emirates University
Country: UAE
City: Al Ain
Rating: 4.7
Score: 94.1
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Many universities accept transfer credits from accredited institutions, though policies vary.

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