Scholarship Overview

  • Country: UK
  • Scholarship Type: Merit-based
  • Institutions: Participating Institutions
  • Funded by:  Saïd Foundation
  • Tuition Type: Full tuition
  • Degree Program: Masters
  • Scholarship Amount: Fully Funded
  • Separate Application Required?: Yes
  • Deadline: 31 October, 2024.

Scholarship Benefits

The Foundation offers fully funded scholarships that cover tuition, full living expenses for the length of your program, an arrival stipend, visa and healthcare fees, and one economy-class round-trip flight.

A distinct funding plan exists for students admitted to the University of Oxford or the University of Cambridge, as well as for Chevening partner scholars.

Eligibility

To qualify for this scholarship, you need to meet the following criteria:

  • You must hold citizenship from Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, or Palestine, and permanently live in one of those countries. We’ll also consider Syrians residing elsewhere due to the current situation in their homeland. 
  • You need an undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK 2:1 or higher. We’ll evaluate applicants in the final year of their bachelor’s degree as well.
  • Relevant work or volunteer experience, plus a clear career plan after your studies and return to your home country or region, are required. 
  • You must demonstrate leadership potential in your chosen field or sector. 
  • You should apply to a partner university of the Foundation, unless you have exceptional reasons to choose a non-partner school.
  • Meeting the Foundation’s English language standards is necessary. 

Ensure you upload all the required documentation.

How to apply

The application period for Saïd Foundation scholarships in the 2025/26 academic year will begin on Monday, September 2nd, 2024 and conclude on Thursday, October 31st, 2024. Visit the official website link below to apply.

Additional Information

This program seeks to empower individuals through educational chances and foster development in the Middle East. It targets exceptional candidates with leadership abilities who can drive positive transformation within our focus countries of Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, and Palestine.

Official Website

https://saidfoundation.org/scholarships/

https://saidfoundation.org/the-eligibility-criteria/