HRH Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz, Governor of the Riyadh Region, this evening presided over the graduation ceremony of the 70th class of male and female students of Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, held in the Sheikh Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al Al-Sheikh Hall at the conference building on the university campus, in the presence of university leaders and parents.

The ceremony saw the graduation of 15,755 students across academic levels, in an academic celebration reflecting the scale of the educational and scientific achievements the university has recorded over its long history in education, research and knowledge.

Governor of Riyadh: Education Enjoys the Leadership's Support

The Governor expressed his pleasure at sharing the graduates' joy and wished them success in their academic and professional lives.

He said the progress and achievements of the education sector come with the support of the leadership, pointing to the achievements of the nation's students at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF 2026), which he described as a source of pride.

He congratulated the students who won at the international fair and all university graduates in the Riyadh region, wishing them success in serving religion and nation.

A University of More Than 68,000 Students

The ceremony included a video presentation of the university's leading academic and research achievements and indicators of its academic and student activity. More than 68,537 students study at the university across its academic programs.

The presentation also covered the university's doctoral, master's, bachelor's and diploma programs and its role in preparing qualified national talent for the labor market.

More Than 15,000 Graduates This Year

Dr. Sulaiman Al Angari, Dean of Admissions and Registration, said the university is celebrating the graduation of 15,755 students this year: 2,787 at diploma level, 9,105 at bachelor's level, 1,677 at master's level, 181 at higher diploma level and 845 at doctoral level.

He said the university's total number of graduates since its founding has reached 479,625, reflecting the scale of its scientific and knowledge impact over the decades.

Supporting Innovation and Preparing Students for the Labor Market

The university affirmed its commitment to preparing students for the labor market through training programs, quality initiatives and community partnerships, along with innovation and entrepreneurship support programs that have benefited more than 20,000 students.

Dr. Ahmed bin Salem Al Ameri, President of the university, said the university works from a vision of building people and equipping them with knowledge and skills, in line with national development goals and community needs.

A Graduates' Speech and an Inspiring International Experience

The ceremony included a speech by the graduates thanking the Governor for his patronage and recalling their academic journey and the efforts they made to reach this stage.

An international graduate from the People's Republic of China also shared his educational experience at the university, saying the Kingdom does not only spread knowledge but helps build people and strengthen bridges of understanding between peoples.

Honoring Top Students

At the close of the ceremony the Governor honored the top students and took group photographs with the graduates, in a festive atmosphere of pride in their academic achievements.

The ceremony is part of the university's continued educational and knowledge role and its contribution to preparing national talent capable of serving the nation across fields.

At a Glance

  • Venue: university campus, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, Riyadh
  • Date: 18 May 2026
  • Occasion: graduation of the 70th class
  • Graduates: 15,755 students