King Fahd Security College was founded in 1354 A.H. in Makkah by Royal Decree issued by HM King Abdulaziz bin Abdul Rahman Al Saud (may Allah have mercy on him) under the name "The Police School". At its beginning, the college graduated small number that did not exceed eight officers in some courses
Among the various developments that took place, the most prominent was the transfer of the school premises to Riyadh in 1384 A.H., and its name changed to The "Police College".
The college received great support from the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Fahd bin Abdulaziz Al Saud (may Allah have mercy on him) and had the honour to carry his name.