Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Scholarship Program
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Introduction to the Saudi Scholarship Program

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Scholarship Program is one of Saudi Arabia’s leading educational initiatives, providing Saudi students with opportunities to study and train at prestigious universities and educational institutions worldwide.

The programme contributes to developing national talent, improving human capital efficiency, and aligning academic qualifications with labour-market requirements and future economic sectors. It also supports the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 by preparing globally competitive graduates who can contribute to economic development, scientific research, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Ministry of
Education
4 Program
Tracks
Bachelor's / Master's
/ PhD
Tuition +
Living
Page URL

Saudi Scholarship Program page

https://www.unistudent.ae/en/saudi-arabia

Scholarship Program Tracks

The programme includes four principal tracks designed to match different academic and career goals.

Ruwad Track
Saudi Arabia Ruwad Track
30 World-Leading Institutions | All Disciplines
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Imdad Track
Saudi Arabia Imdad Track
200 Universities | High-Demand Fields
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Research and Development Track
Saudi Arabia Research & Development
Priority Research Fields | Innovation
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Wa'ed Track
Saudi Arabia Wa'ed Track
Training | Reskilling | Future Sectors
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Ruwad Track - world leading universities

Ruwad Track

The Ruwad Track, also known as the Pioneers Track, enables Saudi students to study at 30 of the world’s leading educational institutions across a broad range of academic disciplines.

  • Studies at 30 leading universities worldwide
  • Supports globally competitive graduates
  • Aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 goals
  • Builds sustainable national development
Imdad Track - career focused study

Imdad Track

The Imdad Track addresses Saudi labour-market requirements by providing scholarship opportunities at 200 leading international universities and institutes in high-demand academic fields.

  • Available for bachelor’s and master’s study
  • Focuses on labour-market priority disciplines
  • Supports the Kingdom’s economic goals
  • Encourages skill-building in high-demand sectors
Research and Development Track

Research and Development Track

The Research and Development Track supports study at leading international institutions in priority research fields and strengthens scientific research, development, and innovation in Saudi Arabia.

  • Builds research and innovation capacity
  • Prioritises high-value academic specialisations
  • Supports long-term national capability-building
  • Improves Saudi Arabia’s academic standing worldwide
Wa'ed Track - training and reskilling

Wa’ed Track

The Wa’ed Track provides study, training, reskilling, and capability-development opportunities in promising sectors and industries, preparing Saudi talent for future professions.

Aviation

Industry & Mining

Technology & Digital

Cybersecurity

Media & Creative

Logistics

Who Can Apply?

The programme is intended for Saudi students, graduates, and professionals who meet the approved eligibility criteria.

High-School Graduates

Saudi students completing secondary education

University Graduates

Students from Saudi or international universities

Bachelor’s / Postgraduate

Applicants seeking academic or professional advancement

Admitted Students

Candidates admitted to approved international universities

Training & Reskilling

Applicants seeking future-ready sector skills

Priority Sectors

Students aligned with national development plans

How to Apply

Applicants can review official programme guidance before submitting their application

Visit the official scholarship website to explore available tracks, eligibility requirements, approved universities, academic disciplines, and application guidance. Then submit your application through the Ministry of Education’s designated platform.

Explore Scholarships in Other Countries

Kuwait
KuwaitKuwait
Ministry of Higher Education
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Qatar
QatarQatar
Ministry of Education & Higher Education
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Bahrain
BahrainBahrain
Ministry of Education
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