U.S. Higher Education Event - February 10 - 11, 2026

U.S. Higher Education Fair – Kuwait, February 2026

The U.S. Higher Education Fair in Kuwait (February 2026) provides U.S. universities with a unique opportunity to engage with Kuwaiti students and education stakeholders. The Kuwait Government invests heavily in education and offers scholarships to accredited international universities, with 716 U.S. universities currently approved by Kuwait’s Ministry of Higher Education. In July 2025 alone, 3,007 external student scholarships were offered, including 433 for U.S. institutions.

The October 2025 U.S. Higher Education Event showcased successful engagement with over 1,250 high school students through education fairs, private school visits (including the American School of Kuwait, Al-Bayan Bilingual School, and the American Creativity Academy), and counseling sessions. Participant feedback highlighted the high standards and well-organized nature of the event.

The February 2026 program will feature:

U.S. Higher Education Fair with opportunities to meet students and counselors.

School visits to engage with high school counselors and students.

Briefing sessions by the U.S. Commercial Service, U.S. Embassy Consular Section, and EducationUSA.

Networking opportunities with partners and education stakeholders.

Participation Fees:

Early-bird registration: $900 per university (10% discount until December 31, 2025)

Standard registration: $1,000 per university, $300 for each additional participant

Register here: https://events.trade.gov/en/TradeGov/Kuwait-USHigherEducationEvent-9884-1764596277/

This event is an excellent platform for U.S. universities to connect with Kuwait’s next generation of students and expand their presence in the region.