On Tuesday, 09/01/1419 AH (06/05/1998 AD), the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud – then the Crown Prince (may God have mercy upon him) – ordered the merger of Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University and King Saud University in the Southern Region. This union led to the formation of a new entity named 'King Khalid University'. To solidify this merger, a Royal Decree, number M/78/7, was issued on 11/3/1419 AH (6/7/1998 AD) which mandated the completion of all necessary regulatory procedures. Following this, the university's inaugural budget was released on 14/09/1419 AH (02/01/1999 AD), integrating with the broader state budget and establishing King Khalid University as a distinguished institution within the academic landscape of Saudi universities.

The university is located in the Asir region in the southwestern part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Asir region covers an area of about 80,000 square kilometers and is home to more than 1.6 million inhabitants, spread across seventy-eight governorates and centers.

King Khalid University operates under the auspices of the Ministry of Education, similar to other Saudi universities

  Vision

A globally leading university committed to human empowerment, regional development, and economic enhancement.

  Mission

An invigorating academic setting that fosters knowledge creation and application, champions research and innovation, emphasizes societal responsibility, and advances sustainable development by maximizing our potential and resources.

Strategic Goals

•  Enhance educational outcomes to meet the needs of labor market requirements an

•  sustainable development.

•  Advance research and innovation in response to societal and economic imperatives.

•  Foster a culture of social responsibility and encourage volunteerism.

• Enhance the overall quality of academic life.

•  Realize and maintain  institutional excellence for students and staff.

• Diversify and nurture sustainable revenue streams.

•  Teaching and Learning 

   

Premium programs that nurture skills and keep abreast with modern advancements, activating local and international partnerships, with an emphasis on specialties in hospitality, tourism, culture, arts, heritage, environmental studies, agriculture, security, and safety.

•  Research and Innovation 

   

Prioritized research areas in health sciences, environmental studies, agriculture, and advanced materials, aligning with societal needs and future economies.

•  Societal Responsibility

A deep commitment to using the university's resources for community benefit and fostering volunteer efforts.

•  University Life

   

An attractive university environment, which enhances the quality of academic life

•  Institutional Excellence

   

A flexible organizational structure grounded on efficient expenditure and operation, achieving excellence in academic, technical, research, and innovative dimensions.

•  Financial Sustainability

An epicentre for scholarly pursuits, events, and strategic investments, anchored in our capabilities to foster stable economic growth.