Begin your academic journey in the United States. The application for the Onsi Sawiris Scholarship is now available. We will go into great detail regarding this scholarship in this post, along with its advantages and a step-by-step guide for applying.
International students can apply for the fully financed Onsi Sawiris Scholarship programme 2024–2025 for undergraduate and master’s degrees. This scholarship pays for all living expenses, travel, health insurance, and tuition.
The Onsi Sawiris Scholarship programme allows Egyptian students to enrol in prestigious US colleges and study undergraduate or graduate degrees. These will be awarded based on merit and character as demonstrated by extracurricular activities, entrepreneurial spirit, and academic excellence. Travel and health insurance, a living stipend, and full tuition are all included in the scholarships. Recipients of scholarships will also have the opportunity to apply for internships at the business.
In an effort to better the communities in which it works, Orascom Construction established the Onsi Sawiris Programme in 2000. This programme involves company resources being invested in educational initiatives. This initiative serves as an example of how the business sector can responsibly participate in educational initiatives in Egypt. Its goal is to support young Egyptians’ academic growth and character development by providing them with the skills necessary to achieve in their careers and, in turn, benefit their communities.
Candidates who have not spent a sizable amount of time living, studying, or working elsewhere will be given preference. Only Stanford, Harvard, University of Pennsylvania, University of Chicago, and University of Chicago are eligible to apply for the Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Programme.
Scholarship Summary
- Level of Study: Undergraduate, Masters
- Institution(s): Stanford University, The University of Chicago, Harvard University, The University of Pennsylvania.
- Study in: USA
- Opportunity Focus Areas:
- Engineering
- Finance
- Economics
- Political Science
- Management
- Program Period:
- Undergraduate: 4 Years
- Master: 2 Years
- Deadline: July 31, 2024
Scholarship Coverage
The Onsi Sawiris Scholarship provides travel, health insurance, a living allowance, and complete tuition.
Eligibility Criteria for Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Program
To be eligible for Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Program, you must:
For Undergraduates:
- Be Egyptian nationals, who are residents of Egypt (preference will not be given to dual nationality applicants).
- Be planning to start their studies in the U.S.A in the year 2025.
- Be committed to coming back to Egypt for two years directly after the successful completion of their bachelor’s degree.
- Have not lived more than 3 years abroad.
- iBT TOEFL: 100 or above
- GPA 3.5 / 90% in Thanaweyya Amma certification (Secondary year) or equivalent certificates
- Minimum SAT I Score:
- Old SAT (before May 2017): Overall: 2100 Reading: 700 Math: 700 Writing: 700
- New SAT (after May 2017): Overall: 1450 Evidence-Based Reading and Writing: 730 Math: 730
- or SAT II in 3 subjects: 600 or above.
- Have some Extracurricular Activities.
For Masters:
- Be Egyptian nationals, who are residents of Egypt (preference will be given to non-holders of dual nationality).
- Plan on pursuing their master’s degree at one of the top universities in the United States in the field of Business Administration or Engineering.
- Have not lived more than 3 years abroad.
- Be committed to return to Egypt for two years directly after completing their bachelor’s degree.
- TOEFL: iBT = 100 or above
- GPA : 3.5 / Very Good or above (Overall grade)
- A minimum of three years working experience.
- MBA – GMAT: 650 or above (taken within 5 years)
- Extracurricular Activities Have been involved or are currently involved in extracurricular activities.
- Old GRE scores are no longer acceptable.
- New GRE scores: Minimum acceptable
- Overall: 302
- Analytical Writing: 4.5
- Fields of Study: Engineering, Business Administration, and Construction management.
Important notes:
- Candidates with an Egyptian Master’s degree in a technical field different from the one that they’re applying for will be considered.
- Candidates who already have one Master’s degree from a foreign university, or who have an Egyptian Master’s degree in the same field they are applying for will not be considered.
- Selection as a nominee for the Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Program does not guarantee university acceptance. Applicants will be supported in applying for the below approved universities only. If nominated for the scholarship; the Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Program award will be made once university acceptance is obtained.
- Preference will be given to candidates who have not lived, worked, or studied abroad for a significant period of time.
- The Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Program is only granted to the list of endorsed universities.
How to Apply for Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Program?
Please follow below steps to avail Onsi Sawiris scholarship:
For Undergraduate Scholarship:
- Create an account on Amideast website from here.
- Fill all personal data.
- Fill all your educational details.
- Answer these 2 questions on Statement of Purpose section:
- Q1: Considering personal, local, and national concerns as these relate to your future; how would you be able to achieve success on these different levels by attending the university that you wish to apply for? Write a 500-word essay to discuss. Please keep in mind that the essay is an essential part of your application.
- Q2: What are you passionate about? How have you pursued your passions throughout your life? Your essay should be 350 typed words. Please keep in mind that the essay is an essential part of your application.
- Attach these files on attachments section:
- Application form
- Copy of transcripts
- Resume
- Copy of graduation certificate or Thanaweyya Amma certificate (if available)
- Copy of test scores (SAT I / or SAT II) & IBT TOEFL
- Two recommendation letters
- Submit your application.
For Masters Scholarship:
- Application form: Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Graduate application.
- Required Documents are:
- Resume.
- Copy of graduation certificate.
- Copy of transcripts.
- Copy of test scores (TOEFL – iBT / GRE or GMAT).
- Two recommendation letters.
- For E-mail inquiries regarding the scholarship: OSSP@amideast.org or contact AMIDEAST on 19263.
Website
To know more about Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Program, please visit official website:
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