University of Minnesota Fully Funded Fellowship for 2024
The University of Minnesota Fellowship for the academic year 2024-2025 presents a fully funded scholarship opportunity tailored for international students seeking to pursue their master’s studies. This scholarship encompasses full tuition coverage, living expenses, travel support, and health insurance.
The Sawiris Social Development Foundation is delighted to announce the launch of the fourth round of the fully financed Yousriya Loza-Sawiris Scholarship Program. This program is intended for individuals applying for a Master’s in Development Practice (MDP) degree at the Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota, USA.
Participants in this program will gain essential skills and knowledge through a multidisciplinary curriculum that equips them to address the challenges of sustainable development. These challenges include issues such as poverty reduction, population growth, food security, climate change, and the management of non-profit projects and programs.
Scholarship Summary
- Level of Study: Masters
- Institution: University of Minnesota
- Study Location: USA
- Opportunity Focus Areas: Explore the full list of available master’s programs here.
- Program Period: Two years
- Deadlines:
- December 15: Deadline for consideration for both University of Minnesota fellowships and Humphrey School merit-based aid
- January 15: Deadline for consideration for Humphrey School merit-based aid
Scholarship Coverage Recipients of this scholarship can expect the following benefits:
- Full tuition coverage.
- Living expenses support.
- Travel allowance.
- Health insurance coverage.
Eligibility Criteria for University of Minnesota Fellowship To qualify for the University of Minnesota Fellowship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Required Languages: English
- Eligible Countries: Open to students from all countries worldwide
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from a reputable academic institution in a related field of study.
- Satisfy the entry requirements for the academic MDP program.
- Demonstrate an excellent professional and academic track record.
- Exhibit strong interpersonal skills, including involvement in extracurricular activities, community work, or entrepreneurial initiatives.
- Demonstrate a lack of personal resources to finance their studies.
- While no specific experience or academic background is required, students with a strong foundation in liberal arts education and solid quantitative and analytical skills are best prepared for academic success at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs.
- Previous coursework in mathematics, statistics, and economics is recommended.
- English language proficiency is a requirement, with valid TOEFL or IELTS scores. The minimum scores are 600 (paper-based), 250 (computer-based), 100 (Internet-based, with a minimum of 22 in each section) for TOEFL, or 7 for IELTS.
- A valid Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score is also required, without a specific minimum score.
- Submit an HR letter from your current employer, including salary information or a bank statement in the case of unemployment.
- Provide two letters of recommendation.
- Include a copy of your valid passport ID page.
- Update your resume.
- Submit transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) studies.
- Include a personal photo.
How to Apply for University of Minnesota Fellowship To apply for the University of Minnesota Fellowship, follow the steps below:
- Choose Your Program: The Graduate School offers master’s and doctoral degrees across more than 130 research-based graduate programs on two campuses. Select the path that suits your goals.
- Review Application Criteria: Application requirements may vary from program to program. Ensure that you have the correct materials and meet the qualifications.
- Contact Your Program of Interest: Some programs may require specific materials, and they may not review your application for admission until they receive these materials.
- Check Application Deadlines: To ensure the efficient processing of your application, it’s strongly recommended to submit your completed application and all required materials at least two weeks before your application deadline.
- Apply Now: Create your application, upload your transcripts and credentials, and pay the application fee.
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