Umm Al-Qura University was established in 1949 in Makkah, beginning as the College of Sharia and becoming one of Saudi Arabia’s earliest higher education institutions. It has since expanded to include numerous colleges and institutes in fields such as medicine, engineering, sciences, and humanities. Distinguished by its location near the Holy Mosque, the university holds a unique position. It is committed to research, community service, and preparing qualified national talents for the future.