Jeddah, December 8, 2024 – King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) has once again secured the top position in the Times Higher Education (THE) Arab University Rankings for the second consecutive year, reinforcing its reputation for academic excellence, pioneering scientific research, and strategic investments. This prestigious achievement highlights the university’s remarkable progress under its Accelerating Impact Strategy, which was introduced last year as part of its commitment to advancing the Kingdom's Vision 2030. The strategy aims to elevate Saudi Arabia's educational institutions on the global stage, and KAUST’s success plays a key role in this broader vision.
Achieving this distinction for a second consecutive year is a definitive affirmation of KAUST’s exceptional impact," said KAUST President Sir Edward Byrne AC. "It cements our standing as a global hub for innovation and knowledge, elevating Saudi Arabia’s profile on the world stage. This back-to-back success, made possible by everyone at KAUST, underscores our transformative role in shaping a future defined by scientific and technological leadership.
This continued success in the rankings follows KAUST's impressive second-place finish in 2022, and emphasizes the university's growing momentum and leadership within both the Arab and global academic communities. Additionally, KAUST has demonstrated its strong research-driven global impact by recently achieving a significant milestone with 14 of its faculty members being recognized in the 2024 Clarivate Highly Cited Researchers list. This achievement further solidifies KAUST's position as a leader in research, particularly in the Middle East.
KAUST’s ongoing success underscores its vital role in Saudi Arabia’s educational landscape, its significant contribution to global scientific advancements, and its broader impact in shaping the future of technological innovation and higher education. As the university continues to grow, its influence on the academic and research world is expected to expand even further, positioning it as a key player in the global scientific community.
