Abstract: This study presents a comprehensive framework that elucidates the pivotal role of higher education in empowering women, particularly in the Arab context, and its subsequent contribution to sustainable development. The framework is built on four dimensions: economic productivity, health and well-being, poverty reduction, and environmental sustainability. Each dimension is underpinned by their respective theoretical perspectives: feminist theory, social capital theory, and the capability approach. Through a meticulous review of existing literature, we illustrate the transformative potential of women's empowerment through higher education in promoting sustainable development. We argue that understanding and applying this framework can inform more effective policies and practices that are specifically tailored to the Arab context, thus contributing to the broader global agenda of sustainable development.