Al Faisal University was established in the year 2002 AD at the initiative of the pioneering King Faisal Charitable Foundation with its initiatives that go beyond the concept of traditional charitable work, as the first private, non-profit university in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia that adheres to international standards of quality and is distinguished by its interest in the student and scientific research. Al-Faisal is driven to achieve excellence and success by its Board of Trustees, which is represented by local and international founders who are fully committed to the university’s mission.