Wa’ed Scholarship Track in Saudi Arabia

Introduction to the Wa’ed Track

The Wa’ed Scholarship Track is a specialised pathway within the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Scholarship Program. It aims to develop Saudi talent in promising sectors and professional fields that are important to the Kingdom’s economic future.

The track offers academic and training programmes developed in cooperation with government entities and private-sector companies. This approach helps align education and professional training with labour-market requirements and enables participants to acquire specialised skills for future careers.

The Wa’ed Track supports Saudi Vision 2030 by developing human capital, preparing national talent, and strengthening partnerships between educational institutions and employers in priority sectors.

About the Wa’ed Track

The Wa’ed Track of the Saudi Scholarship Program focuses on education, professional training, reskilling, and capability development in promising industries.

It includes a variety of academic and training programmes sponsored or supported by government entities and private-sector companies. The qualifications, study levels, and admission requirements vary according to the participating organisation and the objectives of each programme.

Wa’ed is distinguished by its direct connection to economic and professional requirements. Its programmes are designed to equip applicants with practical knowledge and skills needed in the Saudi labour market. Some opportunities may also include employment or professional-development pathways, subject to the participating organisation’s conditions.

Objectives of the Wa’ed Track

The Wa’ed Track aims to:

Develop Saudi talent in promising sectors and industries.

Align academic and training programmes with labour-market needs.

Reskill national talent and strengthen professional capabilities.

Prepare qualified professionals for future careers.

Enhance cooperation between the Ministry of Education and participating organisations.

Provide programmes designed around specific sector requirements.

Improve participants’ career readiness.

Support economic development and the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.

Wa’ed Track Programmes and Sectors

Wa’ed offers academic and training opportunities in cooperation with organisations operating across sectors such as:

Aviation and air transport.

Industry and mining.

Technology and digital transformation.

Media and creative industries.

Logistics and supply chains.

Cybersecurity and telecommunications.

Engineering and technical fields.

Other future-focused professional sectors.

Available programmes change according to current partnerships and workforce requirements. Applicants should regularly review the official programme page for open opportunities.

Wa’ed Track Eligibility Requirements

Requirements vary according to the participating company, organisation, and selected academic or training programme. General conditions commonly include:

Being a Saudi national.

Demonstrating good conduct and behaviour.

Following the study format specified by the programme.

Committing to full-time study and residing in the scholarship country when required.

Passing the applicable assessments, interviews, and selection process.

Meeting the required academic qualification and grade.

Achieving the required English-language proficiency score.

Satisfying the participating organisation’s additional criteria.

Some programmes accept high-school graduates, while others require a diploma, bachelor’s degree, postgraduate qualification, or relevant professional experience. Applicants must review the specific conditions of each opportunity.

Benefits of the Wa’ed Track

The Wa’ed Track offers several potential benefits, including:

Programmes designed according to labour-market needs.

Partnerships with government entities and leading national companies.

Development of specialised technical and professional skills.

Study or training at specialist educational institutions.

Improved career readiness.

Potential employment or career-development opportunities, depending on the programme.

The opportunity to contribute to Saudi Arabia’s promising economic sectors.

How to Apply for the Wa’ed Track

Applicants can submit a Wa’ed Track application through the electronic platform designated by the Saudi Ministry of Education.

During the application process, candidates select the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Scholarship Program, choose the Wa’ed Track, and then select the relevant organisation and academic or training programme.

Applicants should carefully review the programme-specific criteria, complete all required information, upload the supporting documents, and submit their application during the announced registration period. Applications are evaluated according to the selection criteria, assessments, and interviews established by each participating organisation.