Saudi Arabia Higher Education Market Size & Outlook, 2025-2033


Saudi Arabia Higher Education Market Insights

  • Based on Deep Market Insights findings, the Saudi Arabia Higher Education Market reached USD 2.1 Billion in 2024 and is estimated to attain USD 5.44 Billion by 2033.
  • From 2025 to 2033, the Saudi Arabia market is expected to grow at a steady CAGR of 11.24%.
  • Within the Program Level category, Undergraduate dominated in 2024 in terms of market size contribution.
  • Over the forecast period, Vocational/Professional is forecasted to deliver the fastest growth, positioning it as the most lucrative Program Level segment.

Other Key Findings


  • Saudi Arabia contributed 2.41% to the global Higher Education Market size in 2024.
  • By 2033, United States is forecasted to remain the largest global market for Higher Education Market.
  • In Middle East and Africa, United Arab Emirates is projected to capture the leading share of market size by 2033.
  • Among Middle East and Africa markets, Nigeria is expected to post the fastest growth, reaching USD 1.11 Billion by 2033.

Report Summary

Report Scope Details
Base Year for Study 2024
Study Period 2021-2033
Historical Period 2021-2023
Forecast Period 2025-2033
Market Size In 2024 USD 2.1 Billion
Market Size In 2033 USD 5.44 Billion
Largest segment Undergraduate
Units Revenue in USD Billion
CAGR 11.24% (2025-2033)
Report Coverage Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Environment & Regulatory Landscape and Trends

Segmnetation Covered

Segments Sub Segments
Program Level
  1. Undergraduate
  2. Graduate
  3. Vocational/Professional
Delivery Mode
  1. On-Campus
  2. Online/Distance
  3. Hybrid
Funding Source
  1. Public Institutions
  2. Private Institutions

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