LebanonGovernment ScholarshipFully FundedU.S.-Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI)
مبادرة الشراكة الأمريكية الشرق أوسطية (MEPI)
ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
A U.S. Department of State initiative that funds the Tomorrow's Leaders programme: full undergraduate scholarships for students from the Middle East and North Africa at American-style universities in the region, such as the American University of Beirut and the Lebanese American University, with leadership and civic training.
Funding Types & Coverage Benefits
This scholarship provides a comprehensive funding package covering your academic journey:
Full Tuition
Full tuition and enrolment fees for up to four academic years.
Student Housing
Double-occupancy student housing.
Stipend, Books & Laptop
Monthly living stipend, yearly book allowance and a laptop.
Insurance & Visa
University health insurance and visa and residency fees.
Travel
Two round-trip tickets home per year.
Leadership & U.S. Semester
Leadership training and internships, with a possible U.S. study-abroad semester for a CGPA of 3.0+.
Available Fields & Specializations
Supported academic disciplines and specialization fields eligible for application:
All Accredited Academic Fields Open
This government scholarship accepts applications across all accredited programs and disciplines at participating universities, according to the official call.
Available Study Programs & Tracks (1)
U.S.-MEPI Tomorrow's Leaders Undergraduate Scholarship 2027/28 (AUB & LAU)
Documents required for this scholarship
Check off prepared documents to track your application readiness:
Requirements vary by program and intake — always confirm the final list on the official application page.
Eligibility & Admission Criteria
- Citizens of Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, Yemen or the West Bank, or Palestinians legally residing in a third country; U.S. citizens and permanent residents are not eligible.
- High-school senior or 2026 graduate (2025 graduates accepted from Iraq, Libya, Syria, the West Bank, Yemen and Palestinians in a third country), with a strong academic record; able to start in August 2027.
- English: TOEFL iBT at least 80 (4.0 on the new scale) for AUB; finalists take TOEFL/IELTS paid by the programme. SAT required for AUB and for some LAU majors.
- Demonstrated leadership potential, maturity and flexibility; shortlisted applicants are interviewed.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2026 / 2027.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: Full Tuition, Student Housing, Stipend, Books & Laptop, Insurance & Visa, Travel, Leadership & U.S. Semester.
Eligible levels: Bachelor.
The latest deadline we have is November 18, 2026. Dates can differ by university or programme, so confirm on the official website.
Required documents: Online application with household financial details, Personal statement or video, School transcripts, Two recommendations, Online English assessment.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.tomorrowsleadersprogram.org. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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