Eastern Province governor reviews university preparations for new academic year

Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, governor of the Eastern Province, received the presidents of public universities in the region at the governorate headquarters in Dammam to review preparations for the start of the new academic year 1448 AH.

Saud bin Naif emphasized the strong support and attention the education sector receives from the country’s leadership, noting the outstanding achievements of Saudi students—especially those from the Eastern Province—at the international level. He said these accomplishments reflect the quality of educational outcomes and the government’s commitment to developing the education system.

The governor described education as a fundamental pillar in building human capital and keeping pace with rapid developments. He wished students a successful and productive academic year, expressing hope they achieve their ambitions and serve their country.

Preparations at public universities

Fahd bin Ahmed Al-Harbi, president of Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, highlighted the university’s readiness for the new academic year through an institutional system that ensures efficient services and integrated roles. He noted that 5,780 new students have been admitted—1,760 male and 4,020 female. The academic medical city has completed its preparations to ensure the readiness of educational and clinical training environments, and the university has developed comprehensive programs to help new students integrate academically and socially.

Similarly, acting president of King Faisal University, Mehanna bin Abdullah Al-Dalami, confirmed the university’s readiness to welcome students, noting that the university’s enrollment stands at around 40,000 students across undergraduate, diploma, and postgraduate programs.

Khalid bin Bani Al-Harbi, president of Hafr Al-Batin University, said the university has completed its academic, operational, service, and digital preparations to provide a safe and motivating campus environment and to enhance the efficiency of its colleges, facilities, and services. He added that the university has admitted more than 5,000 new students this year.