Earn a Masters in Development Practice from one of the top ten schools in the world: The Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota . The scholarship is administered by Newton Education Services on behalf of Sawiris Foundation for Social Development.
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Newton Education Services Yousriya Loza-Sawiris Scholarship
Aim and Benefits of Newton Education Services Yousriya Loza-Sawiris Scholarship
The scholarship will cover full tuition, living expenses, travel and health insurance.
Newton Education Services Yousriya Loza-Sawiris Scholarship Courses
Requirements for Newton Education Services Yousriya Loza-Sawiris Scholarship Qualification
- To be an Egyptian national residing in Egypt (preference will not be given to dual nationality holders).
- Applicants are committed to providing proof of income.
- Commitment to work in the development sector in Egypt following graduation from the YLSS Program for no less than two (2) consecutive years.
- English language proficiency is required. Valid TOEFL or IELTS, exam date should be within two years of graduate program start. Minimum required scores: 100 (TOEFL internet-based, minimum 22 on each section), or 7 (IELTS, minimum 7 on each section).
- Previous coursework in mathematics, statistics, and economics is recommended.
- 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.
- The scholarships are awarded based on financial need as well as merit and character demonstrated through academic excellence, extracurricular activities, and social behavior.
- Demonstrate excellent professional and academic track record.
- Satisfy the entry requirements into the academic MDP program.
- Demonstrate a minimum of two years of work experience in the field of development.
- Hold a Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a well-reputed academic institution in a related field of study.
Program Requirements
- Completion of a 50-credit academic master’s program in two academic years
- Completion of an 8-10 week mid-program summer field experience
- Employment in the development sector in Egypt following graduation for no less than two consecutive years
Documents Required for Application
- 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.
Application Deadline
October 12, 2023
How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to
Newton Education Services on applicant.mis.sawirisfoundation.org to apply
- Please make sure to submit the correct documents in their corresponding sections.
- Failure to abide by the application instructions will result in the dismissal of the application.
- All information should be complete and accurate.
- All required information and documents should be entered.
For more details visit: Yousriya Loza-Sawiris website.
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