17 July 2026
Almaarefa University and English Path forge strategic alliance to advance global education and student success in Saudi Arabia
Published release: English Path – Almaarefa University partnership
The release announces a strategic partnership between Almaarefa University in Riyadh and English Path (EP), part of GEDU Global Education, to integrate internationally accredited academic English programmes into the university's provision. The stated objectives are to improve students' academic readiness and global competitiveness and contribute to Saudi Vision 2030.
Under the agreement, English Path becomes Almaarefa University's strategic partner for academic English pathways. The collaboration is also intended to support the university's new College of Business Administration, giving students the academic English and communication skills required for its programmes.
The release includes a statement from Dr Thamer Alaskar, Vice President at Almaarefa University, describing the partnership as an investment in student success and linking it with the new College of Business and Saudi Vision 2030.