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Northern Border University is a Saudi public university established in 2007 by King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz during his historic visit to the Northern Borders Region. Its origins include the College of Science in Arar, previously affiliated with King Abdulaziz University. Based in Arar, the university serves students and the wider academic community through a range of colleges, academic programs, research activities, and digital services.

Its colleges cover fields including science, medicine, applied medical sciences, pharmacy, nursing, engineering, computing and information technology, business administration, humanities and social sciences, and design and arts. The university also offers a common first-year program and an applied college. Its academic and research resources include the Northern Scientific Journal, a research and consultancy institute, and support for gifted students.

Northern Border University provides online services for students, faculty, and employees, including course registration, academic calendars, research submissions, event and survey management, and attendance systems. Graduate services include a dedicated portal offering training programs and employment opportunities, as well as a skills record that documents students’ achievements.