Over 1,500 Saudi students to study at top US and Canadian universities by 2026
A total of 1,545 Saudi students are set to strengthen their presence at leading universities in the US and Canada by 2026, according to official figures.
By 2026, over 1,500 Saudi students are projected to study at prestigious universities in the United States and Canada, according to official projections. Dr. Tehani bint Abdulaziz Al-Bayez, the Saudi cultural attaché in the US and Canada, confirmed this trend, citing data from leading US universities and the University of Toronto in Canada.
The presence of Saudi students spans various disciplines, including engineering, business, medicine, and more. At the University of Toronto, about 325 Saudi students are doctors, while 270 are in other programs. In the US, 449 Saudi students are enrolled in engineering, computing, natural sciences, and mathematics, making up 47.3% of the total Saudi students at top US universities.
The diversification of Saudi students' academic pursuits aligns with the Human Capability Development Program under Vision 2030, aiming to enhance human capital in emerging sectors. Saudi women also participate significantly, comprising 45.7% of Saudi students at top US universities. The presence of Saudi students in top academic institutions reflects the Kingdom's commitment to fostering a skilled workforce capable of contributing to national development goals in the years ahead.
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