EgyptNon-profit OrganizationCheck Scholarship LinkSawiris Foundation for Social Development
مؤسسة ساويرس للتنمية الاجتماعية
About the scholarship program
The Sawiris Foundation for Social Development is an Egyptian non-profit founded in 2001 and based in Cairo, often described as Egypt's first modern family grant-making foundation. It works on employment, training and education. Its best-known award is the Sawiris Distinction Scholarship for top public high-school (Thanaweya Amma) graduates to study at selected Egyptian universities, covering tuition, accommodation, stipends, books and a laptop. Programmes are for Egyptian citizens and conditions are announced each cycle. Note: the Onsi Sawiris Scholarship for study in the United States is a separate programme funded by Orascom Construction.
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Available Fields & Specializations
Supported academic disciplines and specialization fields eligible for application:
Available Study Programs & Tracks (1)
Sawiris Distinction Scholarship for Public High School Graduates
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2026 / 2027.
Sawiris Foundation for Social Development offers check scholarship link coverage. Benefits generally include tuition coverage, accommodation, living allowances, and health insurance according to the program regulations for the 2026/2027 cycle.
Eligible study and training levels include: Bachelor. Candidates must verify specific department prerequisites before applying.
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