Begin your study journey in the United States. The Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Programme is now open. In this article, we'll explain the scholarship in detail, its benefits, and the step-by-step application process.

The Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Program 2026-2027 is a fully funded scholarship for international undergraduate and graduate students. This scholarship covers full tuition fees, a living allowance, travel, and health insurance.

The Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Program is available to Egyptian students pursuing undergraduate or master's studies at top American universities. These scholarships are awarded based on character and merit, as demonstrated by academic excellence, entrepreneurial initiative, and extracurricular activities. The scholarships include full tuition, a living allowance, travel, and health insurance. Recipients also have the opportunity to intern at the company.

Orascom Construction launched the Onsi Sawiris Programme in 2000 to invest the company's resources in educational programmes that improve the lives of the communities in which it operates. This programme serves as an exemplary model in Egypt for meaningful private sector participation in educational programmes. The programme aims to support the academic development and character building of Egyptian youth, providing them with the tools necessary to advance their careers and, in turn, serve the communities in which they live.

Preference is given to candidates who have not lived, studied, or worked abroad for an extended period. The Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Program is available only to the following universities: the University of Chicago, Stanford University, Harvard University, and the University of Pennsylvania.

Scholarship Summary

• Study level: Bachelor's, Master's
• Institutions: Stanford University, University of Chicago, Harvard University, and University of Pennsylvania.
• Study in the United States of America
• Focus areas of opportunity:
  • engineering
  • finance
  • Economy
  • Political Science
  • administration
• Program period: 
  • Bachelor's: 4 years
  • Master's: 2 years
• Deadline: July 31, 2025

Scholarship coverage

The Onsi Sawiris Scholarship covers full tuition fees, a living allowance, travel, and health insurance.

Eligibility Criteria for the Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Program

To be eligible for the Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Programme, you must:

For undergraduate students:

• To be an Egyptian citizen, i.e., a resident of Egypt (preference will not be given to applicants with dual citizenship).
• They plan to start their studies in the USA in 2025.
• - Commitment to return to Egypt for two years immediately after successfully completing the bachelor’s degree.
• I have not lived abroad for more than 3 years.
• iBT TOEFL Test: 100 or higher
• Cumulative GPA of 3.5/90% in the General Secondary Certificate (second secondary grade) or its equivalent
• Minimum SAT I score:
  • Old SAT (before May 2017): Total: 2100 Reading: 700 Math: 700 Writing: 700
  • New SAT (after May 2017): Total: 1450, Evidence-Based Reading and Writing: 730, Math: 730
• Or SAT II in 3 subjects: 600 or higher.
• Do some extracurricular activities.

For Master's:

• - To be an Egyptian citizen and resident in Egypt (preference will be given to non-dual nationals).
• Plan to pursue a master's degree at a top US university in business or engineering.
• I have not lived abroad for more than 3 years.
• - Commitment to return to Egypt for two years immediately after completing the bachelor’s degree.
• TOEFL: iBT = 100 or higher
• GPA: 3.5 / Very Good or higher (overall grade)
• - Work experience of not less than three years.
• MBA—GMAT: 650 or higher (obtained within 5 years)
• Extracurricular Activities They have participated or are currently participating in extracurricular activities.
• Old GRE scores are no longer accepted.
• New GRE Scores: Minimum Acceptable
  • Total: 302
  • Analytical Writing: 4.5
• Fields of study: Engineering, Business Administration, and Construction Management.

Important Notes:

• Applications from candidates holding an Egyptian master's degree in a technical field other than the one they are applying for will be considered.
• Applications from candidates who already hold a master's degree from a foreign university or who hold an Egyptian master's degree in the same field they are applying for will not be considered.
• Being selected as a candidate for the Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Programme does not guarantee university admission. Applicants will only be supported in applying to the accredited universities below. If you are nominated for the scholarship, you will be awarded the Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Programme scholarship upon receiving your university admission.
• 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 awarded to the list of approved universities.

How to apply for the Onsi Sawiris Scholarship Programme?

Please follow the following steps to benefit from the Onsi Sawiris Scholarship:

To obtain a university scholarship:

• Create an account on the Amideast website from here .
• Enter all personal data.
• Enter all your educational information.
• Answer these two questions in the Statement of Purpose section:
  • Q1: Considering your personal, local, and national interests in your future, how can you achieve success at these different levels by attending the university you wish to apply to? Write a 500-word essay discussing this. Please note that the essay is an essential part of your application.
  • Q2: What are you passionate about? How have you pursued your passion throughout your life? Your essay must be 350 printed words. Please note that the essay is an essential part of your application.
• Attach these files in the attachments section:
  • Application form
  • Copy of the texts
  • biography
  • A copy of the graduation certificate or high school certificate (if available)
  • A copy of test scores (SAT I and/or SAT II) and TOEFL iBT test
  • My letters of recommendation
• Submit your application.

To obtain a master's scholarship:

• Application Form: Application for the Onsi Sawiris Graduate Scholarship.
• The required documents are
  • biography.
  • A copy of the graduation certificate.
  • A copy of the texts.
  • A copy of test scores (TOEFL iBT/GRE or GMAT).
  • Two letters of recommendation.
• For scholarship enquiries, please email OSSP@amideast.org or call AMIDEAST at 19263.