DATE
20 September – 11 November 2026
TIME
09:00 – 16:00
COST
$ 850 (per day)
Recruit Undergraduate Students Across the Gulf Region
The High School Visits Gulf Region program gives universities direct access to students at leading international schools across Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and the UAE. Visit carefully selected IB, British, and American curriculum schools, meet study-abroad-focused students, engage with counselors, and build relationships with prospective applicants before they begin the university selection process.
This targeted recruitment tour is ideal for institutions seeking undergraduate, foundation, pathway, and summer program applicants from some of the Middle East’s most established outbound student markets. Register now!
Why take part in the High School Visits Gulf Region?
Reach Students at a Critical Stage in Their University Search
Engage with academically strong students as they actively explore study destinations, degree options, and future career paths. Meeting students early in the decision-making process helps universities build awareness, answer questions, and establish meaningful connections before applications are submitted.
Access High-Performing International Schools
Visit carefully selected international schools offering IB, British, and American curricula. These schools are recognised for their academic standards, strong university counseling programs, and proven track record of sending graduates to leading universities worldwide.
Generate Enquiries, Applications, and Enrollments
High school visits help universities increase brand awareness, generate qualified enquiries, support application growth, and build sustainable enrollment pipelines throughout the Gulf region.. Many institutions use these visits to support long-term recruitment growth across the Gulf region.
Connect with Influential School Counselors
School counselors play a key role in helping students shortlist universities and navigate the admissions process. The program provides valuable opportunities to build relationships with counselors, strengthen referral networks, and enhance your institution’s visibility within leading international schools.
How the High School Visits Program Works
The program is designed to maximize recruitment efficiency and student engagement.
- Visit up to three international schools per day
- Deliver presentations to study-abroad-focused students
- Meet students in small group and one-on-one settings
- Engage with university counselors and school leadership
- Build relationships with prospective applicants before they begin the application process
This structured format allows institutions to meet large numbers of qualified students while developing valuable connections with key decision-makers within each school.
Which International Schools Are Visited?
Participating institutions visit carefully selected international schools offering IB, British, and American curricula. Schools are chosen based on academic quality, active university counseling programs, international university placement records, and the level of student interest in overseas education. Many graduates progress to leading universities in the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Europe, and Asia.
Riyadh: American International School, Al Forsan International Schools, Al Sahafa International School.
Khobar: International Programs Schools, ISG Dammam, British International School Al Khobar, Rowad Al Khaleej International Schools.
Kuwait City: American United School of Kuwait, Kuwait American School, Universal American School.
Muscat: Knowledge Gate International School, American British Academy Oman (ABA), Al Raneem International Private School, Alruwad International School, ABQ Seeb International School.
Dubai: American International School Dubai, Dar Al Marefa Private School, Al Khaleej International School, Universal American School Dubai, GEMS Dubai American Academy.
LOCATIONS
Gulf States, Africa & Middle East
- 1
Riyadh (Saudi Arabia)
- 2
Khobar (Saudi Arabia)
- 3
Manama (Bahrain)
- 4
Muscat (Oman)
- 5
Kuwait City (Kuwait)
- 6
Dubai (UAE)
Pricing Information
$ 850 (per day)
3 Full days of High School Visits in Manama (Bahrain)
$ 2,550
2 Full days of High School Visits in Kuwait City (Kuwait)
$ 1,700
2 days of High School Visits in Riyadh (Saudi Arabia)
$ 1,700
2 day of High School Visits in Khobar (Saudi Arabia)
$ 1,700
5 Full days of High School Visits in Muscat (Oman)
$ 4,250
3 Full days of High School Visits in Dubai (UAE)
$ 2,550
Event Itinerary & key details
High school visits in Manama – Bahrain
20 – 22 September 2026 (3 days)
09:00 – 16:00
You will be visiting 3 accredited international and private schools per day, so 9 in total.
High school visits in Kuwait City – Kuwait
23 – 24 September 2026 (2 days)
09:00 – 16:00
You will be visiting 3 accredited international and private schools per day, so 6 in total.
High school visits in Riyadh – Saudi Arabia
5 – 6 October 2026 (2 days)
09:00 – 16:00
You will be visiting 3 accredited international and private schools
High school visits in Khobar – Saudi Arabia
7 – 8 October 2026 (2 days)
09:00 – 16:00
You will be visiting 3 accredited international and private schools per day
High school visits in Muscat – Oman
1 – 5 November 2026 (5 days)
09:00 – 16:00
You will be visiting 3 accredited international and private schools per day, so 15 in total.
High school visits in Dubai – UAE
9 – 11 November 2026 (3 days)
09:00 – 16:00
You will be visiting 3 accredited international and private schools per day, so 9 in total.
- High School Visit Participation with Exhibitor Table
- Opportunities for counselor engagement
- Lead generation through direct interaction
- Transportation to and from schools
🤝 Personalized One-to-One Student Consultations
Connect directly with high school seniors across Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, UAE and Kuwait through focused one-on-one meetings. Provide tailored guidance on undergraduate programs, entry requirements, application timelines, and career pathways, building trust and meaningful relationships that influence early decision-making.
📄 Admissions Guidance & Provisional Offers
Engage with academically strong, internationally minded Gulf students and respond to admission questions on the spot. Where appropriate, extend provisional or conditional offers, giving students clarity and confidence while positioning your institution competitively in a high-demand market.
💬 Engagement with School Leaders & Counselors
Build lasting relationships with school principals, teachers, and guidance counselors at leading international and private schools. These connections are essential in the Gulf, where counselors play a key advisory role in student choices and referrals.
💰 Tuition Fees, Scholarships & Financial Planning
Provide transparent information on tuition fees, merit-based scholarships, and financial aid options. Clear guidance supports families in making confident investment decisions in international undergraduate education.
Visitor info & Target audience
No. of schools visited
3 per day
In all the cities on this tour
Visitor profile
High school students from leading international schools actively exploring undergraduate degrees, foundation programs, pathway programs, language courses, and summer school opportunities abroad.
Why Recruit Students in the Gulf Region?
The Gulf region remains one of the world’s most attractive student recruitment markets. Strong household incomes, government scholarship programs, high English proficiency, and widespread interest in international education continue to drive outbound student mobility.
- Saudi Arabia: 70,000+ students abroad annually (UNESCO data), driven by large-scale government scholarship programs
- Kuwait: nearly 25,000 students studying abroad, with a high proportion of self-funded, high-income families
- United Arab Emirates: nearly 17,000 students abroad, with steady growth and strong demand for UK and India
- Oman: 14,000 students abroad, supported by government scholarships and strong regional mobility (particularly to the UAE and UK)
- Bahrain: 5,800 students studying overseas, a smaller but affluent market with high English proficiency
Students from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, and the UAE regularly pursue undergraduate degrees abroad, particularly in:
- Business & Management
- Engineering
- Computer Science & AI
- Medicine & Health Sciences
- Architecture & Design
- International Relations
FAQ
High school visits allow institutions to engage students early in their university search, build brand awareness, answer questions directly, and establish relationships before applications are submitted.
Typically 3 schools per day.
You can register by filling out the enquiry form on our website. Once submitted, our team will confirm availability and provide further details.
You’ll receive access to a list of students who pre-registered for the fair and who spoke to you during the event, allowing you to follow up via email or other communication channels.