Secure your academic future with the fully-funded Sawiris Excellence Scholarship Program. This prestigious initiative offers top-tier university education across elite Egyptian universities for two distinct tracks: outstanding High School Graduates and talented Students with Disabilities (PwDs), empowering you to build a highly competitive career in the Egyptian economy.
Core Scholarship Benefits & Academic Support
- Full Financial Coverage: Both tracks offer 100% coverage of university tuition fees, living expenses, and provide full accommodation in university housing for expatriate students (if available).
- Academic Logistics: Receive comprehensive support including textbooks, laboratory supplies, and a personal laptop to ensure seamless academic research.
- Specialized PwD Support: The “Students with Disabilities” track uniquely provides necessary assistive devices (evaluated by specialists based on individual needs) to ensure absolute educational inclusion.
- Elite Partner Universities: Study at leading institutions including Ain Shams, Alexandria, Assiut, E-JUST, Zewail City, Nile University, EUI, ESLSCA, AASTMT, Galala, BUE, and Agora University (availability varies by track).
- Targeted Fields of Study: Focus your education on high-impact sectors. High School Graduates target Engineering, IT, Science, Commerce, and more. PwD candidates may choose any field available to them at their selected partner university.
Required Qualifications & Eligibility
- Academic Standing (High School Track): Must be a graduate of an Egyptian public high school (Thanaweya Amma) for the academic year 2025/2026 with a minimum score of 90%.
- Academic Standing (PwD Track): Must hold a recent Thanaweya Amma (or equivalent) with a minimum score of 85%, and provide an official government-certified medical report detailing the disability (Integrated Services Card / بطاقة الخدمات المتكاملة is highly preferred).
- Nationality & Residency: Must hold Egyptian nationality and reside in Egypt (no priority is given to dual nationals). Applicants must not have lived outside Egypt for more than three years.
- Independent University Admission: You must independently apply to and secure a preliminary acceptance letter from your chosen partner university before finalizing the Sawiris application.
- Socio-Economic Priority: Absolute priority is given to students demonstrating genuine financial need (e.g., Takaful and Karama beneficiaries), exceptional academic merit, and active participation in volunteer activities.
- Post-Graduation Commitment: All accepted scholars must legally commit to working inside Egypt for a minimum of 3 years after graduation.
Technical Edge: Why Academic Alignment & Language Proficiency matters at Sawiris Foundation?
Securing a fully-funded seat through the Sawiris Excellence Program requires more than just high academic grades. The scholarship partners with elite institutions like Zewail City, E-JUST, and AASTMT, which specialize in deep tech, engineering, and digital business. The application explicitly demands “proof of English proficiency for English-taught programs.” For example, AASTMT applicants must undergo a specific Cambridge English test. If a student applies for an IT or Engineering track without mastering technical English, they will fail to grasp complex coding algorithms or global macroeconomic theories. The Foundation invests heavily in personal laptops, English development, and PwD assistive devices specifically because modern economic sectors operate entirely on global, digitized, English-first platforms.
Recru Eg Golden Advice for the Application
When applying for the Sawiris Scholarship, your administrative accuracy is your absolute first hurdle. Do not submit a generic application. The committee explicitly states that “Nomination for the scholarship does not guarantee university acceptance.” A winning hack is to proactively email the specific university’s scholarship team (e.g., [email protected] for BUE or [email protected] for AASTMT) to secure your preliminary acceptance letter before uploading your Sawiris documents. Furthermore, if you are applying for the PwD track, ensure your medical certificates are officially government-stamped and clearly outline your specific assistive needs. Submitting a flawlessly organized PDF bundle—containing your acceptance letter, National ID, English proofs, and social case study—proves your high-level organizational discipline before the committee even reads your motivation letter.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Do I apply to the Sawiris Foundation before applying to the university?
A: No. The official guidelines explicitly state that you must independently apply to the partner university first and secure a preliminary acceptance letter to upload with your Sawiris application.
Q: What specific documents do I need if I am applying for the Students with Disabilities track?
A: You must submit standard documents (ID, transcripts, motivation letter) plus an official, government-certified medical report detailing your disability type and degree. An Integrated Services Card (بطاقة الخدمات المتكاملة) should also be attached if available.
Q: How does the Foundation verify my Thanaweya Amma grades?
A: During the electronic application process, you are required to enter your exact high school seat number (رقم الجلوس). The Sawiris Foundation uses this specific number to officially and directly review your grades with the Ministry of Education.
