Embark on your educational journey in the United States. Don’t miss this opportunity to pursue your studies in the United States through the Onsi Sawiris Scholarship program.
Currently open for applications, this article will provide a comprehensive overview of the Onsi Sawiris scholarship, including its benefits and step-by-step application process.
What is the Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Program?
The Onsi Sawiris Scholarship program for the academic year 2024-2025 offers fully funded undergraduate and master’s scholarships to international students. This prestigious scholarship covers all tuition fees, provides a living allowance, travel expenses, and health insurance.
The program is specifically designed for students from Egypt who wish to pursue their undergraduate or master’s studies at renowned universities in the United States. Successful applicants will be chosen based on their outstanding academic achievements, entrepreneurial initiatives, and participation in extracurricular activities. In addition to the financial benefits, scholarship recipients will also have the opportunity to intern at the company.
Orascom Construction established the Onsi Sawiris Program in 2000 with the aim of investing company resources in educational initiatives that benefit the communities in which they operate. This program is an exemplary model in Egypt, showcasing private sector involvement in sustainable educational programs. Its objective is to support the academic growth and character development of young Egyptians, equipping them with the tools they need to advance their careers and contribute to their respective communities.
Preference will be given to candidates who have not had significant exposure to living, studying, or working abroad. The Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Program is exclusively offered at the following prestigious universities: The University of Chicago, Stanford University, Harvard University, and The University of Pennsylvania.
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Onsi Sawiris 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, 2023
Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Coverage
The Onsi Sawiris Scholarship program provides comprehensive financial support, including full tuition coverage, a living allowance, travel expenses, and health insurance.
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 2024.
- 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 2016): Overall: 2100 Reading: 700 Math: 700 Writing: 700
- New SAT (after May 2016): 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: [email protected] or contact AMIDEAST on 19263.
To learn more about Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Program, please visit the Official Website.
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