The Sawiris Social Development Foundation is pleased to announce the fourth round of the fully-funded Yousriya Loza-Sawiris Scholarship Program for applicants seeking a Master of Public Administration degree from the Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota, United States.
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Details About University of Minnesota Fellowship
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Scholarship Summary
- Master’s Degree Institution(s): University of Minnesota
- United States of America
- Program Duration: 2 years
- Fellowships and merit-based aid from the Humphrey School must be applied for by December 15 to be considered.
- The deadline for Humphrey School merit-based aid is January 15th.
Scholarship Coverage
The scholarship provides the following benefits to its recipients:
- Full tuition.
- Living expenses.
- Health and travel insurance
Benefits of University of Minnesota Fellowship
- Financial Support: Fellowships generally offer monetary aid to offset the expenses associated with education, including tuition, housing, and miscellaneous costs. This monetary assistance alleviates the recipients’ financial distress and enables them to concentrate on their academic pursuits unencumbered by financial limitations.
- Merit Recognition: Fellowship recipients are generally chosen on the basis of their scholarly accomplishments, potential for research, leadership attributes, or other relevant standards. A fellowship signifies an acknowledgment of the recipient’s outstanding aptitudes and prospective achievement in their academic discipline.
- Freedom to Pursue Research: Fellowships frequently grant recipients the autonomy to pursue their research interests without being constrained by particular teaching or employment obligations. The increased flexibility afforded to recipients enables them to allocate more time and effort towards their research endeavors, thereby fostering further intellectual development.
- Opportunities for Networking: Fellowship recipients are frequently granted access to networking opportunities where they can engage with faculty members, peers, and industry experts. These relationships may result in partnerships, opportunities for mentorship, and beneficial professional connections.
- Professional Development: Workshops, seminars, and conferences are a few examples of the professional development opportunities provided by numerous fellowship programs in order to assist recipients in advancing their academic and professional competencies. Training in research methods, academic writing, presentation skills, and career planning may be among these opportunities.
- Academic Support: Fellowship programs have the potential to furnish recipients with supplementary academic support in the form of access to laboratories, libraries, research facilities, and other valuable resources. This support bolsters the capacity of recipients to undertake research of superior quality and attain academic distinction.
- Recognition on Resume/CV: A fellowship bestowed by the University of Minnesota enriches the curriculum vitae (CV) of the recipient, showcasing their academic accomplishments and prospective employers, graduate institutions, or funding organizations.
- Reputation and Prestige: Recipients of fellowships are frequently acknowledged for their scholarly prowess and capacity for leadership. Fellowships from prestigious institutions, such as the University of Minnesota, can open doors to future opportunities and enhance the recipients’ standing in their respective fields.
- Community and Engagement: Fellowship recipients are integrated into a community of academicians and researchers affiliated with the University of Minnesota, which fosters engagement and community. By facilitating collaboration, intellectual discourse, and social engagement, this community enhances the academic experience of its members.
Eligibility Criteria for University of Minnesota Fellowship
- To qualify for a University of Minnesota Fellowship, candidates must satisfy the following requirements:
- Languages required: English
- All nations in the world qualify as eligible.
- Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in a relevant field from a reputable academic institution
- Meet the requirements for entry into the academic MDP program.
- exhibit an outstanding professional and academic track record.
- Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills (extracurricular activities, community service, and entrepreneurial initiative).
- show an inability to finance studies from personal resources.
- Students with a strong liberal arts education background and solid quantitative and analytical skills will be best prepared for academic success at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs, despite the fact that no specific experience or academic track is required.
- Recommended prerequisites include coursework in mathematics, statistics, and economics.
- Language proficiency in English is required. Valid TOEFL or IELTS exam results with a minimum TOEFL score of 600 (paper-based), 250 (computer-based), or 100 (Internet-based; a minimum score of 22 on each section) or 7 (IELTS).
- A valid Graduate Record Examination (GRE) score is required.No minimum grade is required.
- In the event of unemployment, a letter from your current employer’s HR department that includes your salary, pay stub, or bank statement is required.
- Two letters of recommendation are required.
- Copy of a valid passport identification page
- Revised resume
- all undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) transcripts.
- One personal photo
How to Apply for University of Minnesota Fellowship
Please follow the steps below to apply for this scholarship:
- Select Your Program: The Graduate School offers more than 130 research-based master and doctoral programs across two campuses. Which route will you take?
- Analyze the Application Criteria: The application requirements for various programs may vary. Ensure you have the proper equipment and qualifications.
- Contact Your Interested Program: Programs that require specific documents may not review your admission application until these documents are received.
- Check the application deadlines. To ensure that your application is processed efficiently, you should submit your completed application and all required materials at least two weeks prior to the application deadline.
- Apply Today: Create an application, upload your transcripts and credentials, and submit the required application fee.
Website
Please visit the official website to learn more about the University of Minnesota Fellowship.
Frequently Asked Questions:
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How much is the University of Minnesota stipend?
As long as they make good progress in the program, the program guarantees five years of funding of approximately $52,000 annually to all admitted students. The program provides a minimum 9-month stipend of $27,000 in the form of teaching and research assistantships and/or fellowships.
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Who is the highest-paid person at the University of Minnesota?
The U’s top-paid employee is Ben Johnson, the Minnesota Golden Gophers men’s basketball head coach. The third-year coach has a reported annual base salary of just over $2 million.
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Does the University of Minnesota offer full scholarships for international students?
The University of Minnesota does not offer a full tuition waiver or scholarship, and it assumes that international students will take full responsibility for financing their education.
