E-Services

https://www.effatuniversity.edu.sa/English/e-orientation/Pages/default.aspx, Student Orientationhttps://www.effatuniversity.edu.sa/English/e-orientation/Pages/default.aspx, توجيه الطلاب المستجدين
Student Orientation
https://www.google.com/a/effat.edu.sa/ServiceLogin?service=mail&passive=true&rm=false&continue=https://mail.google.com/a/effat.edu.sa/&ss=1&ltmpl=default&ltmplcache=2, Students Emailhttps://www.google.com/a/effat.edu.sa/ServiceLogin?service=mail&passive=true&rm=false&continue=https://mail.google.com/a/effat.edu.sa/&ss=1&ltmpl=default&ltmplcache=2, البريد الإلكتروني للطلاب
Students Email
https://blackboard.effatuniversity.edu.sa/, Blackboardhttps://blackboard.effatuniversity.edu.sa/, نظام (Blackboard)
Blackboard
https://bannerxe.effatuniversity.edu.sa:8001/ssbprod/twbkwbis.P_WWWLogin, Bannerhttps://bannerxe.effatuniversity.edu.sa:8001/ssbprod/twbkwbis.P_WWWLogin, نظام (Banner)
Banner
https://studentselfservice.effatuniversity.edu.sa/StudentSelfService/ssb/StudentCommonDashboard, Banner Student Self-Serviceshttps://studentselfservice.effatuniversity.edu.sa/StudentSelfService/ssb/StudentCommonDashboard, الخدمة الذاتية للطلاب (Banner 9)
Banner Student Self-Services
https://www.ietsweb.net/online_payment/, Online Paymenthttp://www.ietsweb.net/online_payment/index.php, الدفع الإلكتروني
Online Payment
https://www.office.com, Office 365https://www.office.com, Office 365
Office 365
https://coursera.org/programs/976404ba-4574-4a05-b8b3-b09b3e10bd53, Coursera for Studentshttps://coursera.org/programs/976404ba-4574-4a05-b8b3-b09b3e10bd53, برنامج (Coursera) للطلاب
Coursera for Students
https://coursera.org/programs/effat-university-learning-program-1-9615t, Coursera EYE Programhttps://coursera.org/programs/effat-university-learning-program-1-9615t, برنامج (Coursera EYE)
Coursera EYE Program
https://coursera.org/programs/effat-university-learning-program-3-yat41, Coursera AMB Programhttps://coursera.org/programs/effat-university-learning-program-3-yat41, برنامج سفيرات عفت
Coursera AMB Program
https://formfacade.com/headless/116117047691895504422/home/form/1FAIpQLSfp3B-cDepsSKe_u4A4RNCjE_Aj5bUBWjub5BEecJP2Z05ZjQ, Graduation Clearancehttps://formfacade.com/headless/116117047691895504422/home/form/1FAIpQLSfp3B-cDepsSKe_u4A4RNCjE_Aj5bUBWjub5BEecJP2Z05ZjQ, إخلاء طرف الخريجين
Graduation Clearance
https://outlook.office.com, Employees Emailhttps://exchange.effatuniversity.edu.sa, بريد الموظفين
Employees Email
https://exchange.effatuniversity.edu.sa/owa/, Departmental Emailhttps://exchange.effatuniversity.edu.sa/owa/, بريد الأقسام
Departmental Email
https://effatportal.effatuniversity.edu.sa, Employees Portalhttps://effatportal.effatuniversity.edu.sa, البوابة الداخلية للموظفين
Employees Portal
http://helpdesk.effatuniversity.edu.sa:8888/, IT Helpdesk Systemhttp://helpdesk.effatuniversity.edu.sa:8888/, نظام الدعم التقني (Helpdesk)
IT Helpdesk System
https://hdrw.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/fscmUI/faces/AtkHomePageWelcome, HCM Fusionhttps://hdrw.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/fscmUI/faces/AtkHomePageWelcome, نظام الموارد البشرية (Fusion)
HCM Fusion
https://ztna.effatuniversity.edu.sa:10443/remote/login?lang=en, Technology Gatewayhttps://ztna.effatuniversity.edu.sa:10443/remote/login?lang=en, البوابة التقنية
Technology Gateway
https://www.effatuniversity.edu.sa/English/Student-Life/Why-Choose-Effat/Campus-Services/Pages/Campus-Services-Registration.aspx, Campus Services https://www.effatuniversity.edu.sa/Arabic/Student-Life/Why-Choose-Effat/Campus-Services/Pages/Campus-Services-Registration.aspx, خدمات الحرم الجامعي
Campus Services

https://www.effatuniversity.edu.sa/English/Research/Pages/default.aspx, A researcherhttps://www.effatuniversity.edu.sa/Arabic/Research/Pages/default.aspx, باحث
A researcher
https://www.effatuniversity.edu.sa/English/academics/Undergraduate, An undergraduatehttps://www.effatuniversity.edu.sa/Arabic/academics/Undergraduate, البكالوريوس
An undergraduate
https://www.effatuniversity.edu.sa/English/academics/graduate, A graduatehttps://www.effatuniversity.edu.sa/Arabic/academics/Graduate, الدراسات العليا
A graduate

FAQs for Graduate Degrees

FAQs

What admissions criteria do you use?

We welcome students from a diverse range of backgrounds. Typically, though, we will look for the following requirements:

A recognized Bachelor certificate or its equivalent from inside or outside the Kingdom, with a minimum score 2.75 /4 or 3.75/5.
A minimum score of 550 on your TOEFL test, 6 on IELTS, or their equivalent
Provide GRE: Graduate Record Examination or GMAT: Graduate Management Admission Test, or sit for Effat Program Admission Test
To successfully pass your personal interview with our Program Admission Committee
A personal statement
A portfolio
A letter of recommendation

What is the program length?

2 years for the following programs (the Program Admission Committee may recommend that you attend one or two semesters of the Preparatory Year for Graduate Programs. In this case, the length of the program will be up to 3 years

Master of Science in Translation and Interpreting
Master of Science in Urban Design
Master of Science in Finance
Master of Science in Energy Engineering

What are the career opportunities?

Master of Science in Translation and Interpreting

Translators and interpreters in public and private institutions (e.g. banks, hospitals, courts, embassies, consulates, educational institutions) and other similar national and international organizations.
Translators and interpreters in the field of media and journalism.
Freelance translators in various sectors such as the educational, business, medical, scientific, legal, religious and political sectors.
Translators and interpreters in translation and interpreting agencies that offer translation and interpreting services in national and international conferences, symposiums, workshops and other types of gatherings.
Faculty members and project managers who can train students in applied translation and interpreting skills while conducting research work in the field of Translation and Interpreting.
Translators and interpreters at international organizations.
Literary Translators.

Master of Science in Urban Design

Urban Design Manager
Real Estate Manager
Urban Settlements Planner
Residential Neighbourhoods Designer
Urban Spaces Designer
Urban Development Organizations Consultant
Real Estate Specialist
Urban Design Researcher
Real Estate Researcher
Amana & Municipality Officer
Community Service Organizations Officer
Real Estate Marketing Officer

Master of Science in Finance

Middle and Top Managers in banks with conventional and Islamic banking
Financial Manager
Financial Analyst
Portfolio Manager
Risk Management Specialist
Investment Banker
Financial Planner
Broker
Risk Consultant
Real Estate Financier
Regulator in the Central Banks of countries with Islamic Finance
Corporate Strategist
Islamic Finance Entrepreneur
Incubator Manager

Master of Science in Energy Engineering

Engineering
Manufacturing
Private and Public Consulting
Research
Electricity, natural gas or petroleum
Renewable Energy
Risk Management and Business Continuity
Oil and Gas Economics
Utilities and Public Brands

Are the programs accredited?

Effat University is a degree-granting institution fully licensed by the Ministry of Education of Saudi Arabia. Effat University’s Final License Number is 327/A. Dated 8/2/1430.
The University is fully accredited by the Saudi Arabian Education Evaluation Commission – National Center for Academic Accreditation and Assessment (EEC-NCAAA), and internationally by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).
Effat University is a winner of the prestigious King Abdulaziz Quality Award in the category of private higher education institutions 2015-2016. One of the most renowned in the Kingdom, the award celebrates exceptional levels of excellence and quality of work.
Furthermore, to position itself among regional and international universities, Effat University underwent the QS Rating Audit. Effat University was rated as "3 Stars" institution, achieving 5 Stars in Employability, 5 Stars in Facilities, 4 Stars in Teaching, and 4 Stars in Inclusiveness (offering scholarships and giving access to the disabled).
In 2017-2018, Effat University has been ranked among the top 100 best Universities in the Arab Region. It has achieved a rank of 81-90. This is an indication that Effat University is making a mark on the regional community.

Who are Effat University’s academic partners?

All Effat University programs have academic partners

Effat College of Business

All Programs: Georgetown University, Washington DC, USA

Effat College of Engineering

Information Systems: Syracuse University, New York, USA
Electrical and Computer Engineering: Pratt School of Engineering, Duke University, North Carolina, USA
Computer Science: Tokai University, Japan

Effat College of Architecture and Design

Design: Auburn University
Visual and Digital Production: The Tisch School of the Arts, New York University
Architecture: University of Miami, Florida, USA

Effat College of Humanities

English and Translation: Western Sydney University, Sydney, Australia
Psychology: Carnegie Mellon University, Pennsylvania, USA

Other partners include

Boston University, Massachusetts, USA
Mount Holyoke College, Massachusetts, USA
The Cours de Civilization Française de la Sorbonne
Syracuse University, New York, USA
Yunus Emre Institute

What technology are available in the university?

The University provides leading-edge technology that is highly scalable, highly secured, redundant infrastructure to avoid the downtime, keeps the campus connected, and provides 24/7 accessibility of technology resources to Students, Faculty, and Staff to achieve their teaching, learning and administrative goals.

VPCC - Cyberia-Group – Blackboard – Ellucian – Gmail – Microsoft – Outlook - Effat-App - Effat Mobile App – Suprema - Fingerprint System – KACST – Cisco – Pharos – HP - Trend-Micro - Helpdesk / Desktop Central - Helpdesk System – SANAKO – ORACLE – SharePoint - Durpal

What percentage of faculty members teach undergraduates?

The ratio between faculty members and students is 1:5.

Is it possible to get to know my professors?

Yes. In addition to weekly office hours and advising sessions, students often spend time with their professors before and after class. There are also many campus-wide occasions when professors as well as students attend departmental, college and university gatherings.

How many courses does Effat offer?

Nearly 1,200. For a complete copy of the course catalog, consult. Please Visit Effat University Graduate Catalogue.

What is Effat's graduation rate?

The College’s graduation rate is normally 98 percent. Everyone admitted to Effat has the ability to complete all academic requirements successfully.

How successful are Effat students in finding employment after graduation?

From the population of Effat alumnae, 71% are employed or enrolled in graduate programs: 60% are in the work force, and 11% are continuing their graduate education in local and international institutions.

What advising and support services are available?

Woven into Effat’s academic programs are a variety of academic and other advising resources that make the learning experience at Effat distinctive. Students at all levels are assigned advisors from their department faculty members. Freshman are especially cared for to ensure smooth transition to college life. The University also offers extensive advising resources of other kinds. If you need extra help in coursework, you can turn to the Enhancement Center. The Office of Career Development offers career counseling. The Counselor provides free sessions to all university students who may need special guidance and support. The University maintains its own outstanding health services through the Clinic. The Scholarship and Financial Aid Office will help you with financial matters and concerns. The Student Alumni Office will help place you in jobs on and off campus. Finally, if you are an international student, the International Office is there for your all your needs.

Does Effat provide services if I have a disability?

Yes. The Deanship for Student Affairs (DSA) assists students with any impairment limiting their ability to walk, see, hear, speak, learn, or write. Based on each student’s successful strategies, the Deanship collaborates with faculty and staff to ensure individualized accommodation. Accessible housing and transportation are also available.

What sort of study abroad programs are available?

For international students, this is an opportunity to discover the true spirit of the Middle East though the Red Sea Culture Immersion Program, and Diploma in Arabic as a Foreign Language: Heritage, Culture and Civilization. In addition, you deserve to enjoy legendary Arab hospitality and an unforgettable multicultural learning experience through the undergraduate programs or master’s programs as a visiting student.. We offer scholarships for international students interested in joining Effat University.

Once Effat student, you become eligible for the Study Abroad Scholarship Program that is available for undergraduate students. Students have the opportunity to study for one semester fully covered by the University (tuition fees, accommodation fees, airfare, health insurance, and stipend). Applicants should meet the Study Abroad Scholarship Program admission criteria.
In addition, Effat students benefit from the University’s academic partners and exchange programs. The University supports applications to study abroad programs offered by partner universities.