SAWIRIS FOUNDATION FOR SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT (ADMINISTERED BY NEWTON EDUCATION SERVICES)
Yousriya Loza-Sawiris Scholarship
full · masters
- Full fundingTuition, living, travel and insurance
- 2 yearsMaster of Development Practice (MDP) duration
- ~$50,000/yr (est.)Estimated total value per year
- Egyptians onlyEligible nationality
- 2+ yearsMinimum development-sector experience required
- 100 TOEFL / 7 IELTSMinimum English-test scores
At a glance
full
Funding
€75k
Max amount
Oct 12, 2026
Deadline
Egypt
Country
Sawiris Foundation for Social Development (administered by Newton Education Services)
Provider
The Yousriya Loza-Sawiris Scholarship is a fully funded award that supports Egyptian students pursuing the 2-year Master of Development Practice (MDP) degree at the Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota, in the United States. It is funded by the Sawiris Foundation for Social Development and administered by Newton Education Services. The award is open only to Egyptian nationals who already hold a bachelor's degree and have at least 2 years of professional experience in the development sector. Selection combines financial need with academic and professional merit, so applicants with a solid liberal-arts grounding and strong quantitative and analytical skills are best placed. Applicants must provide a valid TOEFL score of at least 100 (internet-based, with a minimum of 22 in each section) or an IELTS score of at least 7 (with a minimum of 7 in each band), taken within 2 years of the programme start. The scholarship covers full tuition, living expenses, and travel and health insurance. Exact current-cycle figures and the confirmed deadline change each year, so verify all amounts and dates on the official Sawiris Foundation page before you apply.
What's covered
- Tuition fees — Full coverage of MDP tuition fees at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota.
- Living expenses — A living-cost allowance to support accommodation, meals and day-to-day expenses during study, estimated at roughly ~$20,000 (est.) per year.
- Travel — Coverage of travel costs associated with taking up the scholarship in the United States.
- Health insurance — Comprehensive health insurance for the duration of the programme.
- Total package — A full-funding package estimated at around ~$50,000 (est.) per year covering tuition, living, travel and insurance combined.
How to apply
Applications are submitted online through the official application platform, supported by a full set of documents.
- Complete the online application — Fill out the official online application form to register your interest in the scholarship.
- Prepare your documents — Compile the required documents, including a personal statement, transcripts, English test scores and recommendation letters.
- Submit your application and documents — Upload the completed form together with all supporting documents through the application platform.
- Meet the deadline — Ensure the application and every required document are submitted before the stated deadline to be considered.
Eligibility
NationalityMust be an Egyptian national currently residing in Egypt; dual nationals are not prioritised.
Academic backgroundA bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognised institution in a related field.
Work experienceAt least 2 years of professional experience in the development sector.
AdmissionMust meet the admission requirements of the MDP programme at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs.
English proficiencyValid TOEFL (min 100 iBT, 22 per section) or IELTS (min 7, with 7 per band) taken within 2 years of programme start.
Prior coursework in mathematics, statistics and economics is recommended. A guarantor (such as a family member) is required as part of the application to confirm the student's commitment.
Eligible countries
Egypt
Deadlines
2026/2027 cycle~12 October 2026 (est.)
Selection
Awards are made on a combination of financial need and merit, assessed through academic performance, extracurricular involvement and ethical conduct. Candidates with a strong liberal-arts foundation and good quantitative and analytical skills are considered well prepared for the MDP programme.
Verified sources
- Sawiris Foundation for Social Development - official websitesawirisfoundation.orgofficial
About the provider
The Sawiris Foundation for Social Development is an Egyptian non-profit foundation that funds education, training and social-development programmes, including scholarships that help Egyptian students pursue advanced degrees abroad and contribute to development work at home.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who funds the Loza-Sawiris Scholarship?
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It is funded by the Sawiris Foundation for Social Development and administered by Newton Education Services. Confirm the current administrator on the official page before applying.
What degree does the scholarship support?
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It supports the Master of Development Practice (MDP) at the Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota, in the United States.
How long is the programme?
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The MDP is a 2-year master's degree, and the scholarship is designed to cover the full duration.
Who is eligible to apply?
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Egyptian nationals residing in Egypt who hold a bachelor's degree and have at least 2 years of professional experience in the development sector.
Can dual nationals apply?
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The award is intended for Egyptian nationals residing in Egypt, and emphasis is not placed on applicants with dual nationality.
What English test scores do I need?
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A valid TOEFL (minimum 100 internet-based, with 22 per section) or IELTS (minimum 7, with 7 in each band), taken within 2 years of the programme start.
What does the scholarship cover?
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It covers full tuition, living expenses, and travel and health insurance, estimated at around ~$50,000 (est.) per year in total. Confirm exact figures officially.
Is work experience required?
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Yes. Applicants need at least 2 years of professional experience in the development sector.
What is the guarantor requirement?
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Applicants must name a guarantor (often a family member) who takes responsibility for confirming the student's commitment, and supply that person's National ID copy.
How do I apply?
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Complete the official online application form and submit it with all required documents before the deadline.
When is the deadline?
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The 2026/2027-cycle deadline is around 12 October 2026 (est.). Always confirm the exact date on the official Sawiris Foundation page.
Is the Loza-Sawiris the same as the Humphrey Fellowship?
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No. The Humphrey Fellowship is a separate US State Department programme. The Loza-Sawiris Scholarship is funded by the Sawiris Foundation and places Egyptian students in the Humphrey School's MDP degree.