Admissions to the Preparatory Program

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In order to meet the high admission standards for the degree programs, PMU offers a program of study for students who need additional preparation in the English language, mathematics and learning skills**. The decision on whether or not a student should complete the Preparatory Program depends on the results of the English Language proficiency test.

Admission Criteria

The applicant’s eligibility for admission is based on the following:

• Completed online application
• Acceptable secondary school GPA *80% or equivalent
• Acceptable General Aptitude Test score *60% (Qudrat) or equivalent (SAT 1) 
• PMU English Placement Test or PMU recognized proficiency English language test certificate
• Personal interview with the Admissions Office
• College admission is based on separate criteria (click here)

*Students with a lower percentage can apply, however, acceptance will depend on the overall results of the following criteria:

• Secondary School  60%
• General Aptitude Test 40%

**Based on the student’s English level, the following study skills courses are required:

Level	PRPL 0011	PRPL 0012
Pre-Beginner	Yes	Yes
Beginner	Yes	Yes
Intermediate	Yes	Yes
Advanced	No	Yes

PRPL 0011 – Theories and application of learning I
PRPL 0012 – Theories and application of learning II

How to Apply:

1. Completed online application
2. Submit documents before due date
   • Two recent passport-size photographs
   • Copy of secondary school certificate
   • Copy of General Aptitude Test score report (Qudrat) or equivalent (SAT 1)
   • Copy of Saudi ID or “Iqama” (for Non-Saudis)
   • Copy of Family ID Card (For female applicants - if available)
   • Copy of passport
   • If employed, a letter of no objection from the employer is required
3. Pay a non-refundable application fee of SAR 950 (incl. VAT) upon submission of documents
4. Submit a PMU recognized proficiency English language test certificate with acceptable scores (if available)

Admission Process

• After receiving and reviewing the above requirements, the admissions office will set an appointment for an English placement test (Aptis Placement Test) and interview

• The final decision will be communicated through the Admissions Office