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Yousriya Loza-Sawiris Scholarship 2026

Offered by Sawiris Foundation for Social Development

Yousriya Loza-Sawiris Scholarship 2026: The Sawiris Foundation lists an application deadline of 24 October 2026 for this scholarship. Egyptian national residing in Egypt with a four-year bachelor’s degree, at least two years of development work and the required academic and English credentials. Full tuition, living expenses, health insurance and travel for the University of Minnesota Master of Development Practice.

Current status

Applications open

The Sawiris Foundation lists an application deadline of 24 October 2026 for this scholarship.

Last verified: 5 October 2026

Next review: 14 October 2026

Quick facts

Current statusApplications open
Study destinationUnited States
Degree levelMaster's
FundingFully Funded
Deadline24 October 2026
DurationTwo-year Master of Development Practice
Study subjectsSocial Sciences
Last checked5 October 2026

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Yousriya Loza-Sawiris Scholarship 2026 is offered by Sawiris Foundation for Social Development. The Sawiris Foundation lists an application deadline of 24 October 2026 for this scholarship. Egyptian nationality and residence are mandatory; Pakistani citizenship alone is ineligible.

Yousriya Loza-Sawiris at a glance

  • Provider: Sawiris Foundation for Social Development
  • Destination: United States
  • Level: Master’s
  • Eligibility: Egyptian national residing in Egypt with a four-year bachelor’s degree, at least two years of development work and the required academic and English credentials.
  • Funding: Full tuition, living expenses, health insurance and travel for the University of Minnesota Master of Development Practice.
  • Status: The Sawiris Foundation lists an application deadline of 24 October 2026 for this scholarship.

Current call and application dates

The Sawiris Foundation lists an application deadline of 24 October 2026 for this scholarship. Only the dates expressly confirmed by the provider are entered as current dates.

Eligibility and study fit

Egyptian national residing in Egypt with a four-year bachelor’s degree, at least two years of development work and the required academic and English credentials. Applicants must complete both the foundation scholarship and University of Minnesota degree application steps.

Egyptian nationality and residence are mandatory; Pakistani citizenship alone is ineligible.

Funding and costs

Full tuition, living expenses, health insurance and travel for the University of Minnesota Master of Development Practice. Expenses beyond the official scholarship package are not presumed. The award letter and official call govern the actual support.

How to apply or check the next call

  1. Read the Sawiris Foundation call and University of Minnesota program requirements.
  2. Prepare the scholarship documents and language results.
  3. Apply separately to the foundation and the master’s programme.
  4. Submit by 24 October 2026 under the official instructions.

Use the official provider information for the current rules.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Yousriya Loza-Sawiris currently open for applications?

The Sawiris Foundation lists an application deadline of 24 October 2026 for this scholarship. Read the live official instructions before submission, including the time zone and required files. Check the linked official page for any updated dates, documents and route-specific requirements.

Who is eligible to apply for the Yousriya Loza-Sawiris opportunity?

Egyptian national residing in Egypt with a four-year bachelor’s degree, at least two years of development work and the required academic and English credentials. Pakistani citizenship alone does not meet the published country route. Check the linked official page for any updated dates, documents and route-specific requirements.

What benefits are included in the Yousriya Loza-Sawiris award?

Full tuition, living expenses, health insurance and travel for the University of Minnesota Master of Development Practice. Review the official award terms before assuming any additional cost is included. Expenses beyond the official scholarship package are not presumed. Check the provider for updated requirements.

What does this scholarship actually cover?

Full tuition, living expenses, health insurance and travel for the University of Minnesota Master of Development Practice. Expenses beyond the official scholarship package are not presumed.

TuitionFull
Living stipendCurrent amount not published
AccommodationPartial
TravelFull
Health insuranceFull
Visa costsNot confirmed by the provider source reviewed
Research allowanceNot separately confirmed

Other verified benefits

Full tuition, living expenses, health insurance and travel for the University of Minnesota Master of Development Practice.

Costs not confirmed or not covered

Expenses beyond the official scholarship package are not presumed.

Who is eligible to apply?

Egyptian national residing in Egypt with a four-year bachelor’s degree, at least two years of development work and the required academic and English credentials.

Egyptian national residing in Egypt with a four-year bachelor’s degree, at least two years of development work and the required academic and English credentials. Applicants must complete both the foundation scholarship and University of Minnesota degree application steps.

Prior educationFour-year bachelor’s degree
ExperienceAt least two years of development-related work
Gender requirementNo additional restriction confirmed
IELTSDepends on host/course
Host institution requiredYes
Supervisor approvalUnknown
Admission before applicationVerify

Eligible countries

Egyptian nationals residing in Egypt.

Language requirements

Check the programme language rules.

Which documents should you prepare?

  • Passport/ID
  • Degree certificate
  • Academic transcripts
  • English test certificate
  • Two reference letters
  • CV or résumé

How do you apply?

  1. Read the Sawiris Foundation call and University of Minnesota program requirements.
  2. Prepare the scholarship documents and language results.
  3. Apply separately to the foundation and the master’s programme.
  4. Submit by 24 October 2026 under the official instructions.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Yousriya Loza-Sawiris currently open for applications?

The Sawiris Foundation lists an application deadline of 24 October 2026 for this scholarship. Read the live official instructions before submission, including the time zone and required files. Check the linked official page for any updated dates, documents and route-specific requirements.

Who is eligible to apply for the Yousriya Loza-Sawiris opportunity?

Egyptian national residing in Egypt with a four-year bachelor’s degree, at least two years of development work and the required academic and English credentials. Pakistani citizenship alone does not meet the published country route. Check the linked official page for any updated dates, documents and route-specific requirements.

What benefits are included in the Yousriya Loza-Sawiris award?

Full tuition, living expenses, health insurance and travel for the University of Minnesota Master of Development Practice. Review the official award terms before assuming any additional cost is included. Expenses beyond the official scholarship package are not presumed. Check the provider for updated requirements.