Egypt

SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS:

• Tuition fees
• Textbooks or laboratory supplies and a laptop
• Accommodation for expatriates at the university dorms
• Living allowance
• Training courses for students during the academic years

Participating Universities:

• American University in Cairo
• Arab Academy for Science Technology & Maritime Transport (AASTMT) 

Period of Funding:

Depending on the field of study

Scholarship Benefits:

· A fully funded scholarship program that covers tuition fees, accommodation and stipends for students from other governorates, books and educational materials, and a laptop.

· An opportunity to study at top universities in Egypt.

· A variety of programs and fields of study to choose from.

· A chance to engage in student development activities and to achieve a positive social impact.

The program, which is funded by the U.S. Department of State, also gives participants the opportunity to gain an appreciation for American culture and democratic values, increase their ability to participate successfully in the socio-economic development of their countries, and improve their chances of participating in U.S. educational and exchange programs. The program promotes tolerance and the acceptance of cultural differences. U.S. cultural traditions and holidays are celebrated and fused with similar Egyptian events in an attempt to build cultural bridges.

Teach to Lead will support Egypt’s current comprehensive educational reform process. Training will be provided to teachers from Greater Cairo, encompassing Cairo, Giza, and Qalyoubia governorates, in groups of 12-15 each at Amideast’s state-of-the-art training facility in Giza, which is fully equipped with classrooms and computer labs.

Program Details

Amideast will build on its expertise in teacher training and leadership to develop a dynamic, 60-hour training program, which will emphasize the following elements:

Program Eligibility

The criteria for counselor selection includes but is not limited to:

• Demonstrated English proficiency level of B2-C1
• Previous Knowledge or 1-2 years of experience as a guidance counselor in Egypt
• Demonstrated commitment and passion for the profession

Application Requirements

The applicants should complete an application form and submit the following documents: