University Admission Tests in Saudi Arabia

University Admission Tests in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are standardized exams administered by the National Center for Assessment (Qiyas) in Saudi Arabia. These tests are conducted under specific regulations and conditions for each exam, aiming to assess the abilities of high school students, graduates, and bachelor's degree holders who wish to enroll in public and private universities or institutions that require the test. There are four tests designed to measure students' abilities and academic achievement in various fields.

The National Center for Assessment (Qiyas) administers four standardized and scheduled admission tests across various regions of Saudi Arabia. Students take these tests at the official Qiyas test centers after registering on the Qiyas website and selecting the test type and location. The center provides students with the option to take the tests either on paper or computer-based. Each test has a designated time limit, divided into different sections. The total test duration typically ranges between two and a half to three hours. Additionally, students who wish to retake the test are given a limited number of opportunities to do so within the same year.

The General Aptitude Test measures verbal and mathematical abilities related to learning, such as analytical, deductive, and inferential reasoning skills. It is designed for high school graduates from all academic tracks who wish to enroll in higher education institutions. The test targets high school graduates, individuals seeking to continue their education at universities, and applicants to institutions that require this test. It consists of verbal and quantitative questions.

The General Aptitude Test for University Students assesses general learning abilities, including analytical, deductive, structural, and logical reasoning skills. It is intended for university and college graduates who wish to pursue postgraduate studies. The test is designed for university graduates or final-year undergraduate students, as well as individuals applying to institutions that require passing this test. It includes verbal and quantitative questions, along with geometrical patterns.

The Academic Achievement Test for the Science Track measures students' academic performance in natural and applied sciences from high school. It is designed for students from the General Track, Health and Life Sciences Track, and Computer Science and Engineering Track. The test is intended for third-year high school students and graduates from these tracks, as well as those applying to institutions that require this test. It focuses on assessing general concepts from high school curricula in biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics, covering material studied across the three years of high school.

The Academic Achievement Test for the Humanities Track evaluates students' academic performance in humanities from high school. It is intended for students from the Sharia Track and Business Administration Track. The test targets third-year high school students and past graduates in humanities, as well as those applying to institutions that require this test. It assesses general concepts and knowledge from high school curricula in Tawhid (Islamic monotheism), Hadith (Prophetic traditions), Fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence), literary and rhetorical studies, linguistic competencies (grammar and orthography), history, geography, principles of law, and digital technology, covering material studied across the three years of high school.