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Prepared by Salma Benhaida
Sponsored Student Services Coordinator
Updated: December 9, 2013
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Table of Contents
Saudi Arabian Cultural Mission (SACM)……………….…………………….….3
Higher Commission for Education Development (HCED)……………………4
Oman Cultural Office………………...…………………………………………...5
U.S. Fulbright Program …………………...…………………………………......6
Brazil Scientific Mobility…………………….……………………………….…..7
Brazil Scientific Mobility IEP Program…………………….…….………….…..8
AMIDEAST………………………………………………………………………..9
UGRAD–Tunisia…………………………………………………………………10
Muskie Graduate Fellowship Program………………………………………….11
UGRAD – Pakistan………………………………………………………...…….12
UGRAD– Kosovo…………………………………………………………………13
UGRAD Eurasia and Central Asia………………………………………………14
Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)……………..….………15
Latin American Scholarship Program of American Universities (LASPAU)…16
Human Capacity Development Program (HCDP)…………………………….17
Lotus Scholarship Program………………………………………………………18
Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR)…….……19
Kuwaiti Cultural Office……………………………………………………..……20
United Arab Emirates Cultural Division………………………………………..21
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Name Saudi Arabian Cultural Ministry (SACM) The Saudi Arabian Cultural Mission (SACM) implements Saudi national, educational, and training policies to provide the country with qualified individuals capable of achieving the country's goals of progress and development.
Funding Foreign Government: Saudi Arabia Tuition, fees, medical insurance, monthly living allowance. SACM will also cover the cost of spouse and two children.
Preferred Visa F -1
Website http://www.sacm.org
ESL /Conditional
ESL costs are paid by SACM for one-year to 18 months of coursework at host university. Conditional admissions are allowed and encouraged
Admissions Selection
Not selective.
Online Coursework
Online course work is not allowed without prior approval from SACM advisor. Undergraduate students: Limit of 12 credits of online coursework per degree. Graduate students: Limit of 6 credits of online coursework per degree.
Program Restrictions
SACM monitors programs for oversaturation. Must obtain prior approval from sponsor to change majors.
Transcripts Official transcripts must be sent directly to sponsor upon completion of each semester.
Housing Off campus.
Work Permitted, in accordance with F-1 regulations.
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Name Higher Committee for Education Development (HCED)
Formed under the premiership of the Prime Minister to promote development of the teaching staff by offering scholarships to accredited universities, modernization of curricula and the introduction of modern teaching methods, fostering exchange of knowledge, mutual understanding and experience with International accredited universities, and creating a scientific atmosphere to attract back scientific talent.
Funding Foreign Government: Iraq. 1 year ESL. Tuition, books, fees, medical insurance, US travel to and from Iraq. Monthly stipend.
Preferred Visa J-1.
Website http://hcediraq.org
ESL /Conditional
One year limit. Must pass GRE, GMAT or TOEFL within the first year.
Admissions Selection
Selective and extremely competitive. Masters and PhD only.
Online Coursework
Not allowed.
Program Restrictions
Master and Doctorate programs only. 2 year limit for Masters study, 5 years for PhD. Students MUST complete a Thesis or Dissertation in order for their degree to be valid. Students MUST return to Iraq upon completion of studies. Graduation diplomas must be issued upon completion of degree requirements.
Transcripts Official transcripts must be sent to sponsor upon completion of each semester.
Housing Off campus (graduate students)
Work Not indicated.
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Name Ministry of Higher Education, Oman Cultural Division
The program’s purpose is to promote a Higher Education system that: a) keeps pace with developments and changes in today’s world; b) meets the requirements of sustainable development in the Knowledge Era, while preserving the cultural identity of Omani society; and, c) contributes to the progress and development of humankind.
Funding Foreign Government: Oman Tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance
Preferred Visa F-1.
Website www.mohe.gov.om
ESL /Conditional
One year of ESL.
Admissions Selection
Selective.
Online Coursework
Written permission of Cultural Attaché required.
Program Restrictions
Undergraduates must maintain 15 hours per semester (30/year). Limited to 4 years of study. Graduate students must maintain 9-12 hours per semester.
Transcripts Official transcripts must be sent to sponsor upon completion of each semester.
Housing Off campus.
Work Permitted, in accordance with F-1 regulations.
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Name Fulbright (IIE)
Administered by Institute of International Education (IIE). The program offers fellowships for study, research, and/or teaching assistantships in the US.
Funding US Government. A basic grant provides full or partial funding to the grantee, supplemental health insurance, and administrative supervision by the cooperating agency, and visa sponsorship by the U.S. Department of State.
Preferred Visa J-1.
Website http://foreign.fulbrightonline.org/
ESL /Conditional
Candidate should be proficient in English, however a waiver may be granted for ESL coursework.
Admissions Selection
Selective and extremely competitive.
Online Coursework
Not Allowed.
Program Restrictions
Non-degree student: total grant length should not exceed two years. Master's student: total grant length should not exceed three years. Doctoral student: total grant length should not exceed five years.
Transcripts Official transcripts must be sent to sponsor upon completion of each semester.
Housing Off campus.
Work May not hold employment outside of coursework or research.
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Name Brazil Scientific Mobility Program (f.k.a. Science Without Borders) administered by
Institute of International Education (IIE). The main goal of the program is to promote the consolidation and expansion of science, technology and innovation in Brazil by means of international exchange and mobility.
Funding Foreign Government: Brazil. Tuition, room, board and health insurance, visa sponsorship and monthly stipend.
Preferred Visa J-1.
Website http://www.cienciasemfronteiras.gov.br/web/csf-eng/
ESL /Conditional
Candidates must be proficient in English.
Admissions Selection
Selective
Online Coursework
Not indicated.
Program Restrictions
Full-time 12-15 hours per semester. Half of course load should be in major with at least one class outside of major for balance. Must maintain 2.0 GPA. Must complete internship over summer.
Transcripts Official transcripts must be sent to sponsor upon completion of each semester.
Housing On campus.
Work May not work outside of coursework or research.
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Name Brazilian Scientific Mobility Program – Intensive English Program - administered by Institute of International Education (IIE). Pre-academic intensive English program to improve proficiency by attending an accredited program in the US and subsequently, upon official admissions, study full-time for one year in designated field in a US university.
Funding Foreign Government: Brazil. Tuition, room, board, health insurance, visa sponsorship and monthly stipend.
Preferred Visa J-1.
Website http://www.cienciasemfronteiras.gov.br/web/csf/ingles-sem-fronteiras
ESL /Conditional
One semester of ESL. Extension may be granted.
Admissions Selection
Selective.
Online Coursework
Not allowed.
Program Restrictions
Limited to intensive English classes with goal of full admission to degree seeking program.
Transcripts Official transcripts must be sent to sponsor upon completion of each semester.
Housing On campus.
Work May not hold employment outside of coursework or research.
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Name AMIDEAST
AMIDEAST is a leading American non-profit organization engaged in international education, training and development activities in the Middle East and North Africa.
Funding US Government. A basic grant provides full or partial funding to the grantee, supplemental health insurance, and administrative supervision by the cooperating agency, and visa sponsorship by the U.S. Department of State.
Preferred Visa J-1.
Website www.amideast.org
ESL /Conditional
Candidate should be proficient in English, however a waiver may be granted for ESL coursework.
Admissions Selection
Selective.
Online Coursework
Not allowed.
Program Restrictions
Programs of study are limited to one or two years unless extension granted. Non-degree student: total grant length should not exceed two years Master's student: total grant length should not exceed three years Doctoral student: total grant length should not exceed five years
Transcripts Official transcripts must be sent to sponsor upon completion of each semester.
Housing Off campus.
Work May not hold employment outside of coursework or research.
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Name Thomas Jefferson Scholarship Program, Tunisia Undergraduate Scholarship
Program administered by IREX. Builds the workforce capacity of a diverse group of youth leaders from underserved populations across Tunisia. The program provides participants with a deeper understanding of American culture and new globally-applicable skills and expertise to help them contribute to the economic growth and development of their country.
Funding US Government Tuition, room and board, medical insurance, monthly stipend, books and fees.
Preferred Visa
J-1.
Website http://www.irex.org/sites/default/files/u43/Thomas%20Jefferson%20Scholarship%20Program%202013-2014%20Tunisa%20UGRAD%20Application%20Instructions_1.pdf
ESL/ Conditional
Candidate should be proficient in English.
Admissions Selection
Selective.
Online Coursework
Not indicated.
Program Restrictions
One year full-time study (12-15 hours).
Transcripts Official transcripts must be sent to sponsor upon completion of each semester.
Housing On campus. Standard double-occupancy room. Must have an American roommate.
Work Minimum of 20 hours of community service to local organizations during their first semester. 40 hour per month internship during second semester.
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Name Muskie Graduate Fellowship Program
The Edmund S. Muskie Graduate Fellowship Program brings emerging leaders in key professional fields from Eurasia to the United States for one to two years of graduate study.
Funding US Government. Tuition, room and board, medical insurance, monthly stipend, books and fees.
Preferred Visa J-1.
Website http://www.irex.org/project/edmund-s-muskie-graduate-fellowship-program
Admissions Selection
Selective
Online Coursework
Not allowed.
Program Restrictions
Full-time coursework.
Transcripts Official transcripts must be sent to sponsor upon completion of each semester.
Housing On campus.
Work Complete a volunteer project related to their graduate field of study. Participate in an internship in their professional field.
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Name Global UGRAD – Pakistan
Fellowships for more than 200 outstanding undergraduate students from Pakistan for one semester of full-time, non-degree study in the United States.
Funding US Government. Tuition, room and board, medical insurance, monthly stipend, books and fees.
Preferred Visa J-1.
Website http://www.irex.org/project/global-undergraduate-exchange-program-pakistan-global-ugrad-pakistan
ESL /Conditional
Must be proficient at time of application.
Admissions Selection
Selective.
Online Coursework
Not allowed.
Program Restrictions
Limited to one semester. Must maintain 2.0 GPA. Full-time 12-15 credits of coursework. Must take one American studies class and one class in their field of study.
Transcripts Official transcripts must be sent to sponsor upon completion of each semester.
Housing On campus. Standard double-occupancy room. Must have an American roommate.
Work 20 hours of community service at local organizations during their semester in the U.S. and participate in academic and cultural skills building components.
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Name Global UGRAD – Kosovo
By spending one academic year at an American university or community college, Kosovo UGRAD students develop a nuanced understanding of the United States and share their country and culture with America.
Funding US Government. Tuition, room and board, medical insurance, monthly stipend, books and fees.
Preferred Visa J-1.
Website http://www.irex.org/sites/default/files/u114/2013-2014%20UGRAD%20-%20Kosovo%20Paper%20Application%20Instructions.pdf
ESL /Conditional
Candidate should be proficient in English.
Admissions Selection
Selective.
Online Coursework
Not allowed.
Program Restrictions
One year, two semesters of study allowed.
Transcripts Official transcripts must be sent to sponsor upon completion of each semester.
Housing On campus. Standard double-occupancy room. Must have an American roommate.
Work Twenty (20) hours of community service at local organizations during their semester in the U.S. and participate in academic and cultural skills building components.
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Name Global UGRAD – Eurasia
Our goal is to build capacity of youth leaders from underserved populations across the region. Through practical experience in leadership, life-skills, civic engagement, and internships, youth leaders are empowered to implement long-term civic and economic changes in their communities, building stability through increased local capacity and cross-cultural understanding.
Funding US Government. Tuition, room and board, medical insurance, monthly stipend, books and fees.
Preferred Visa J-1.
Website http://www.irex.org/sites/default/files/u109/2013-2014%20Online%20App%20Inst%20with%20Cover.pdf
ESL /Conditional
No.
Admissions Selection
Selective.
Online Coursework
Not allowed.
Program Restrictions
One (1) year, two (2) semesters of study allowed.
Transcripts Official transcripts must be sent at the completion of each semester.
Housing On campus. Standard double-occupancy room. Must have an American roommate.
Work Twenty (20) hours of community service at local organizations during their semester in the U.S. and participate in academic and cultural skills building components.
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Name Libyan – North American Scholarship administered by the Canadian Bureau for
International Education (CBIE) on behalf of the Libyan Government. The goal of the Scholarship Program is to facilitate the studies of Libyan graduate and postgraduate students in North America, allowing them to fulfill their academic objectives while addressing the needs of Libyan public institutions, academia, and society as a whole.
Funding Foreign Government. Libya. Tuition, room and board, medical insurance, monthly stipend, computer allowance, books and fees.
Preferred Visa F-1.
Website www.cbie-bcei.ca
ESL /Conditional
One year and if necessary half a year of qualifying classes.
Admissions Selection
Selective.
Online Coursework
Not allowed.
Program Restrictions
Full-time (12-18) including summer semester. May not change majors without prior approval from sponsor.
Transcripts Official transcripts must be sent to sponsor upon completion of each semester.
Housing Off campus.
Work Permitted, in accordance with F-1 regulations.
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Name Latin American Scholarship Program of American Universities (LASPAU)
A central tenet of its vision is that high quality academic preparation and training in the Americas should be available throughout society and not a reserve of privileged elites. LASPAU therefore gives special priority to regional, socioeconomic and ethnic diversity in order to broaden opportunities for underserved populations.
Funding US and Foreign Government.
Preferred Visa J-1.
Website http://www.laspau.harvard.edu/
ESL /Conditional
Candidate must be proficient in English.
Admissions Selection
Selective.
Online Coursework
Dependent on specific program with prior approval.
Program Restrictions
Dependent on specific program.
Transcripts Official transcripts must be sent at the completion of each semester.
Housing On or off campus.
Work No work outside of coursework or research. Only graduate or teaching assistantship.
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Name Human Capacity Development Program – Ministry of Education – Kurdistan, Iraq
Selecting capable employees, who meet strict selection requirements, and enable them to study abroad to obtain specialized academic degrees.
Funding Foreign Government – Iraq Tuition, language course fees, accommodation, travel health expenses and living stipend for student and family.
Preferred Visa J-1
Website http://mop-krg.org/index.jsp?sid=1&id=305&pid=247
ESL /Conditional
6 months only.
Admissions Selection
Selective.
Online Coursework
Not allowed. May request approval from sponsor.
Program Restrictions
Masters and PhD only.
Transcripts Official transcripts must be sent to sponsor upon completion of each semester. Graduation diplomas must be issued upon completion of degree requirements. Thesis or Dissertation required for degree to be valid.
Housing Off campus.
Work Not indicated.
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Name Lotus Scholarship Program administered by Institute of International Education (IIE)
To identify and empower students with demonstrated academic excellence, leadership, and involvement in their communities. To enhance the recipients’ employability and career options; and To create a network of youth nation-wide who are well educated and passionate about Egypt.
Funding US Government. United States Agency for International Development (USAID). Tuition, fees, books, transportation, living, clothing and laptop allowance.
Preferred Visa J-1
Website http://www.iie.org/en/Programs/USAID-Lotus-Scholarship-Program-English/About
ESL /Conditional
Candidates must be proficient in English.
Admissions Selection
Selective.
Online Coursework
Not allowed.
Program Restrictions
One semester of course work at an accredited US university.
Transcripts Official transcripts must be sent to sponsor upon completion of the semester.
Housing On-campus. Standard double-occupancy room. Must have an American roommate.
Work Not permitted.
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Name Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR) - Scholarship was
implemented in 2009 to help with capacity building. Awarded to top students for graduate study at an accredited university abroad.
Funding Foreign Government: Iraq Tuition, health insurance, monthly stipend.
Preferred Visa J-1.
Website http://www.en.mohesr.gov.iq/
ESL /Conditional
One year limit. May be extended on a case by case basis.
Admissions Selection
Selective. Graduate only.
Online Coursework
Must receive written approval from the ministry.
Program Restrictions
Masters and PhD only. Must receive written approval to change majors.
Transcripts Official transcripts must be sent to sponsor upon completion of each semester. Graduation diplomas should be issued at the completion of the degree. Thesis or Dissertation required for degree to be valid.
Housing Off campus.
Work Not indicated.
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Name Kuwait Government Scholarship
The Cultural Office of the Kuwait Embassy seeks to promote the higher education plans and strategies of the Kuwaiti government by placing its scholars in quality programs, and preparing them for the market needs of the country.
Funding Foreign Government: Kuwait. Tuition and fees, monthly stipend, health insurance.
Preferred Visa F-1.
Website http://www.kuwaitculture.com/students/rules/3yr_10-13_course_reqs_priv_stds_13-jan11.pdf
ESL /Conditional
One year intensive program. Extension may be granted.
Admissions Selection
Selective.
Online Coursework
Must obtain prior consent from sponsor. Limited to four classes total over course of study in US.
Program Restrictions
Must maintain 2.0 GPA. Program pays for four years of study for Bachelor degree.
Transcripts Official transcripts must be sent to sponsor upon completion of each semester.
Housing Off campus.
Work Permitted, in accordance with F-1 regulations.
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Name UAE Cultural Division The Cultural Division of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the US is responsible to the Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research (MOHESR) in Abu Dhabi and to other UAE scholarship-sponsors that have offices or have sponsored-students under the Cultural Counselor’s supervision.
Funding Foreign Government: United Arab Emirates. Tuition and fees, monthly stipend, health insurance.
Preferred Visa F-1.
Website http://www.uaecd.org/
ESL /Conditional
Students must be proficient in English. A few exceptions may be made on a case by case basis.
Admissions Selection
Selective.
Online Coursework
Must obtain prior approval from the sponsor.
Program Restrictions
May not change major without prior approval.
Transcripts Official transcripts must be sent at the completion of each semester.
Housing Off campus.
Work Permitted, in accordance with F-1 regulations.