Lotus Scholarship Program

What is it?
The LOTUS Scholarship Program is funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) with the support of the American people. The Program is managed by the Institute of International Education (IIE) through its’ MENA Region Office based in Cairo, Egypt in partnership with a consortium of Egyptian private universities and local organizations.

The LOTUS Scholarship Program is offering comprehensive scholarship packages to 100 talented and deserving Egyptian students to obtain undergraduate degrees from Egyptian private universities in fields of studies that are important to Egypt’s current and future development.

How do I apply?
Eligible students should complete an application form in Arabic according to the requirements and guidelines in the application packet.  The deadline for submitting applications is July 8, 2010.

Who should apply?
The LOTUS Scholarship Program seeks Egyptian applicants with outstanding credentials and high financial need. The first 58 scholarships will be competitively awarded to one female applicant and one male applicant from each of Egypt’s 29 governorates. The remaining 42 scholarships will be competitively awarded to applicants with a focus on geographic and gender diversity, as well as diversity of experiences and desired fields of study.

THIS PROGRAM IS ADMINISTERED BY IIE