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U.S.-Egypt Higher Education Initiative (HEI) – Public University Scholarships 2017/2018 for Egyptians (Fully Funded)

by OFA
written by OFA

Application Deadline: June 15, 2017.

The USAID-funded Public University Scholarships program through the U.S.-Egypt Higher Education Initiative is a scholarship for high school graduates to attend excellence programs at public universities in parallel with specially-designed supplementary enhancement activities such as English, leadership training and career planning, as well as internships, community service, and study abroad.  The program will interweave the private sector and practical experiences so that graduates are primed to enter and contribute to the workforce in Egypt, in sectors that are critical to the economic development of the country.

Scholarship privileges:

  • Studying in excellence programs at universities: Cairo, Ain Shams, Assuit, Mansoura, and Alexandria.
  • Studying in the fields that are crucial in building the future economy of Egypt (Engineering, Commerce, Nursing, Science, Information Technology, Agriculture, Law, Mass Communication, Education and Economics).
  • There are limited opportunities for faculty of commerce, (Priority for students of Arts section)
  • Applicants for faculty of Agriculture will have priority.
  • Costs covered by the scholarship: (tuition fees, books, laptop, enhancement courses on basic skills, accommodation, and transportation).
  • 65% of the students will study a semester abroad in the United States.
  • Summer training sessions and community projects.
  • Intensive English courses, leadership skills, and entrepreneurship.
  • The program qualifies students to gain the practical experience needed for the job market.

Course:

The scholarship provides opportunities in specializations important for the future of Egypt. So, there are scholarships for the excellence programs in the Faculties

  • Engineering
  • Education
  • Information Technology
  • Science
  • Agriculture
  • Law
  • Commerce
  • Nursing
  • Mass Communication
  • Economics

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Egyptian young men and women enrolled in Thanaweyya Amma in government schools including STEM schools.
  • Student achievers in their first and second secondary results.
  • Participated in community activities.
  • Includes scholarships specifically for disabled applicants.

Scholarship Worth:

  • Tuition fees and ongoing academic support
  • Intensive English and study skills program
  • Leadership, character building, and business development training
  • Mentoring and networking activities
  • Internship and summer training in field of study
  • Semester / Study summer at a univeristy  abroad
  • Support at job search and placement after graduation

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Public University Scholarships 2017/2018 for Egyptians.

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USAID-funded Public University Scholarships Program for Egyptians.

by OFA
written by OFA

Application Deadline: May 31, 2016.

The USAID-funded Public University Scholarships program through the U.S.-Egypt Higher Education Initiative is a scholarship for high school graduates to attend excellence programs at public universities in parallel with specially-designed supplementary enhancement activities such as English, leadership training and career planning, as well as internships, community service, and study abroad.
The program will interweave the private sector and practical experiences so that graduates are primed to enter and contribute to the workforce in Egypt, in sectors that are critical to the economic development of the country.

The Public University Scholarships is one of the U.S.-Egypt Higher Education Initiative components. The program awards scholarships to more than 100 Thanaweyya Amma graduates each year for three years (high school graduates in 2015, 2016, and 2017) to study in the excellence sections in one of the top public universities in Egypt: Cairo, Ain Shams, Alexandria, Mansoura and Assuit.

The program recipients will also receive additional beneficial trainings and participate in other activities throughout the years of their study.

Eligibility Requirements:
  • Egyptian young men and women enrolled in Thanaweyya Amma in government schools including STEM schools.
  • Student achievers in their first and second secondary results.
  • Participated in community activities.
  • Includes scholarships specifically for disabled applicants.

Field of Study:

  • Faculties of Engineering, Education, Information Technology, Science, Agriculture, Law, Commerce, Nursing, Mass Communication, and Economics.
Scholarship Worth:
  • Tuition fees and ongoing academic support
  • Intensive English and study skills program
  • Leadership, character building, and business development training
  • Mentoring and networking activities
  • Internship and summer training in field of study
  • Semester / Study summer at a univeristy  abroad
  • Support at job search and placement after graduation

Apply Now for the USAID-funded Public University Scholarships Program 2016

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the USAID-funded Public University Scholarships Program 2016

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LOTUS Scholarship Program for Egyptians
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2014 LOTUS Scholarship Program for Egyptians to Study in USA.

by lanredahunsi
written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: August 17 2014

The LOTUS Scholarship Program is funded by the U.S. Government through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) with the support of the American people. Active from 2010-2014 this Program is managed by the Institute of International Education (IIE) in partnership with a consortium of Egyptian private universities and local organizations.

In 2014, the LOTUS Scholarship Program became part of the U.S.-Egypt Higher Education Initiative (HEI), a U.S. Government investment in Egypt’s future that provides educational opportunities for high-achieving Egyptians to learn skills that will better meet the needs of the 21st century economy.

Participating Universities:

Eligibility:

  • Eligibility criteria for the U.S.-Egypt Higher Education Initiative LOTUS Scholarship Program include:
    • Egyptian citizenship (Egyptian citizens who are also U.S. citizens or holders of a U.S. Green Card are not eligible.  Egyptian citizens who have any other second nationality may apply.)
    • Thanawya Amma Certificate with the following statuses as of July 15, 2014:
    1. Student in third year secondary at an Egyptian public school, experimental school or Azhari school.
    2. Minimum score of 85% on second year Thanaweya Amma exam, and minimum of 85% cumulative Thanaweya Amma score for both second and third years for old Thanaweya Amaa, and Minimum score of 85% on Third secondary year Thanaweya Amma exam for new Thanaweya Amma.
    3. Active involvement in school or university, or community activities including, but not limited to: student council, clubs, sports, community service, etc.  Highly competitive applicants will be serving in leadership roles in these activities.
    4. Demonstrated high financial need.

Scholarship Worth

  • Full tuition and payment of all university fees for the duration of study (1 year English language and Academic Preparation Program and 4 years academic degree studies)
  • Housing for the duration of study in secured, single-gender university housing buildings or apartment buildings that are rented and monitored by the universities
  • Transportation on university buses to/from university and housing
  • Books and lab fees for coursework for the duration of study
  • Monthly living allowance during the period of study
  • Annual clothing allowance
  • First year settling-in allowance
  • Laptop computer
  • Academic and social mentoring and counseling to promote integration and success
  • Participation in a Leadership in Action Program throughout the duration of study to nurture leadership skills and community responsibility and development
  • Career counseling, labor market orientation and workplace activities in preparation for graduation and entering the labor market
  • At least 28 will have the opportunity to spend a semester or a summer term at a university in the United States (preference will be given to high performing students who have not participated in educational and cultural exchanges outside of Egypt)

Application Procedure

Eligible students should complete an application form in Arabic according to the requirements and guidelines in the application packet.

 

Applications should be sent by registered mail or delivered by hand to the following address:

U.S.-Egypt HEI LOTUS Scholarship Program
Institute of International Education
45 Road 206
Behind Cairo American College, Degla, Maadi – Egypt

 

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the LOTUS Scholarship Program

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