Yousria-Loza Sawiris Scholarship 2023

Eligibility for the Yousria-Loza Sawiris Scholarship:

• ​Applicants must be Egyptian nationals residing in Egypt (preference will not be given to dual nationality holders).
• Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a well reputed academic institution in a related field of study.
• Students must demonstrate a minimum of two years of work experience in the field of development.
• Applicants must satisfy the entry requirements into the academic MDP program.
• Applicants should demonstrate an excellent professional and academic track record.
• The scholarships are awarded based on financial need as well as merit and character demonstrated through academic excellence, extracurricular activities, and social behavior.
• While no specific academic track is required, students with a strong liberal arts education background and sound quantitative and analytical skills will be best prepared for academic success at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs.
• Previous coursework in mathematics, statistics, and economics is recommended.
• English language proficiency is required. Valid TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo, exam date should be within two years of the graduate program start. Minimum required scores: 100 ( TOEFL internet–based, minimum 22 on each section), 7 (IELTS, minimum 7 on each section), or 120 Duolingo, minimum Literacy Subscore: 120 or above).

Documents required:

• Completed application form including the personal statement
• Copy of valid passport ID page
• Copy of the National ID
• Copy of the National ID of the guarantor (the guarantor is the person who signs the contract with the accepted student. This person could be his/her father, mother, sister, or brother. The guarantor’s role is to ensure that the student is fulfilling his/her commitments.)
• Updated resume
• All undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) transcripts
• TOEFL/IELTS score/Duolingo
• Two letters of recommendation
• One personal photo
• HR letter from current employer including salary/salary slip or a bank statement in case of unemployment.

Benefits:

• Full tuition fees
• Living expenses
• Travel and health insurance.