Maaden International Scholarships Program
Maaden International Scholarships Program for High School Graduates
The Maaden International Scholarship Program develops future leaders in mining and engineering by enabling high‑potential Saudi students to access world‑class education and compete at a global level.
The program offers a direct pathway into critical disciplines that support innovation, operational excellence, and long‑term value creation in the mining sector. Through international study and structured development, participants gain the knowledge and skills needed to contribute meaningfully to Maaden’s future growth and to the Kingdom’s mining ambitions.
The program offers a direct pathway into critical disciplines that support innovation, operational excellence, and long‑term value creation in the mining sector. Through international study and structured development, participants gain the knowledge and skills needed to contribute meaningfully to Maaden’s future growth and to the Kingdom’s mining ambitions.
Program Benefits
Everything you need to accelerate your development:
Academic Pathway
Students will earn a bachelor’s degree from the Colorado School of Mines in the United States or the University of New South Wales in Australia, both world class institutions specializing in mining and engineering.
Eligibility Criteria
Be a Saudi national
Recent high school graduate (General Track, Computer & Engineering Track, or equivalent) with a minimum GPA of 90%
English language requirements:
Be under 20 years old
Minimum score of 85% in both Qudurat and Tahsili tests
- IELTS: Overall, 6.5, with no band below 6.
- TOEFL iBT: Total 80 (Writing 17, Reading 20, Listening 21, Speaking 21).
- Duolingo English Test: Score overall 105, with no subscore below 100.
- IELTS: Overall, 5.5, Writing 5.5, no band below 5.
- TOEFL iBT: Total 65 (Writing 18, Reading 4, Listening 4, Speaking 14)
Majors
- Bachelor's in Mining Engineering
- Bachelor's in Geoenergy and Geostorage Engineering
- Bachelor's in Geological Engineering
- Bachelor's in Geophysical Engineering
- Bachelor's in Metallurgical Engineering
- Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering
- Bachelor's in Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering
- Bachelor's in Environmental Engineering
Selection Process
- 01
Shortlisting based on GPA, aptitude and achievement test results and English language
- 02
Psychometric assessment
- 03
Comprehensive medical assessment
Want to start exploring?
Applications closed
Deadline is August 2, 2026
