Scholarships

Aswan University Scholarships for African Countries
Graduate Programs Admission Guidelines for Spring 2025 – International Admission

Definition of Aswan University

Aswan University was established as a public university upon the issuance of Republican Decree No. 311 in 2012. However, academic activities began much earlier in October 1974 as a branch of Assiut University, starting with the Faculty of Education, followed by the Faculty of Science and others. In 1995, it became a branch of South Valley University until it was officially declared an independent university in 2012.
The university now includes 18 faculties: Faculty of Literature, Faculty of Education, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Social Work, Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Energy Engineering, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Faculty of Agriculture, Faculty of Nursing, Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Fisheries Technology, Faculty of Commerce, Faculty of Al-Alsun (Languages), Faculty of Law, Faculty of Physical Education, Faculty of Specific Education, Faculty of Dar Al-Uloom, and Faculty of Archaeology. Additionally, it houses two institutes: the Institute of Nursing and the Institute of African & Nile Basin Countries Research and Studies.
Aswan University’s vision is to become one of the region’s distinguished universities in education, culture, scientific research, and knowledge dissemination. It aims to be recognized globally for its teaching, research, creative activities, and public services, as well as for achieving and renewing education from a global perspective.
Aswan University is located in Aswan City, known as the gateway to Africa in Egypt, and home to many archaeological and tourist attractions that draw visitors from around the world. For more information about Aswan University, please visit: Aswan University Website.

Aswan University is recognized for its commitment to sustainability through various activities and was ranked as one of the top universities in Egypt based on the 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings. Additionally, it has been ranked among the top five universities globally in the THE World University Rankings over the past five years.

Aswan University scholarships for graduate studies for African students

As part of Aswan University’s commitment to enhancing cooperation with various African countries across all fields, and in alignment with the directives of Egypt’s political leadership and Egypt’s Vision 2030 for Sustainable Development, as well as the distinguished position Aswan University has achieved in recent world rankings—being ranked among the top 10 African universities—Aswan University is offering 10 scholarships for Master’s and Ph.D. programs, along with 10 training scholarships for African students at various postgraduate levels.

Fields and specializations of Aswan University Scholarships ( Masters and PhD) for African students

FacultyDegreeAvailable No.Scholarships domain/fieldLanguage of Study for the ScholarshipMore info
Faculty of engineering/ faculty of energy engineeringMaster(Msc.)/Doctorate
(PhD)
2Study the impact of climate change on civil engineeringEnglish 
Developing and controlling renewable energy production technologyEnglish 
Critical care nursing-pediatric nursingEnglish 
Faculty of NursingMaster(Msc.)1Critical care nursing-pediatric nursingEnglish 
Faculty of MedicineMaster(Msc.)/Doctorate
(PhD)
2Malnutrition diseasesEnglish 
Skin diseases, surgeryEnglish 
Faculty of ScienceMaster(Msc.)/Doctorate
(PhD)
2Manufacture of dyes from neutral raw material for textilesEnglish 
Raising the physical and chemical properties of raw materials used in the refractory industryEnglish 
Industrial wastewater treatmentEnglish 
Faculty of social workMaster(Msc.)/Doctorate
(PhD)
1women Support and empowermentArabic 
Community problems and crises and their managementArabic 
Faculty of educationMaster(Msc.)/Doctorate
(PhD)
1Curricula and teaching methodsArabic 
Psychological healthArabic 
Institute of African Research and Studies and Nile Basin CountriesMaster(Msc.)1Political science and African EconomicsArabic/English 

 

Fields and specialties of Aswan University scholarships (training) for African students

FacultyTraining courseTrainees No
Faculty of MedicineClinical specialties, except for cardiothoracic surgery5
Faculty of EngineeringTesting and Accreditation of PV Systems5

Admission Requirements:

 ConditionRequirements
1Nationality• African (Non-Egyptain)
2Educational Background and Records• M.Sc. Applicants: Must hold a Bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale), a classification of “Very Good,” or equivalent to the aforementioned criteria.
• Ph.D. Applicants: Must have an M.Sc. degree (thesis-based) relevant to their proposed research topic, with a distinguished academic record.
The applicant’s academic background should align with the program’s academic requirements (please refer to the academic background tables).
3Language of Study for the Scholarship
 (English)Applicants who have completed an academic program where the primary language of instruction is English are not required to submit official evidence of English language proficiency.
 (Arabic)Applicants who have completed an academic program where the primary language of instruction is Arabic are not required to submit official evidence of Arabic language proficiency.
4Admission Examination- Personal and Academic Interview:• Applicants must pass successfully the personal and academic interview
• Applicant minimum acceptance percentage of is 60% at the interview Interview (Personal and Academic)
• Oral Examination
5Equivalency Certificate and Security Clearance:According to the regulations set by the Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education for accepting foreign (non-Egyptian) students, applicants must obtain the following:
• An Equivalency Certificate from the Egyptian Supreme Council of Universities (SCU).
• Security clearance from the Ministry of Interior Affairs.
Aswan University will apply on behalf of applicants who successfully pass the admission interview and oral examination for both the equivalency certificate and security clearance. However, failure to obtain any of these documents will result in the termination of the application.

Documents Required for Application

The following documents (SCANNED Copies) should be attached to the Online Application Form. Once the applicant passes the interview, he/ she will be required to submit certified hard copies to Aswan University (certified by the Egyptian embassy):

Research ProposalThe applicant must attach his/her research proposal to the application. The proposal shall be about the research area that he/she chose from the application form.
Statement of PurposeA statement of your reasons to join Aswan University
B.Sc. Certificate and B.Sc. TranscriptThe B.Sc. transcript must include the grading system (the scanned copy of the transcript must be both sides front and back)
B.Sc. Graduation ProjectThe file shall include the whole project (not a summarized copy)
M.Sc. Certificate and M.Sc. TranscriptFor PhD applicants only
Summary of M.Sc.Thesis For PhD applicants only
M.Sc. ThesisFor PhD applicants only
Handbook of the university / faculty / institute ….etc. of the certificate for Bachelor degree (and M.Sc. degree for PhD applicants)It should be stating clearly the conditions of registration, conditions of obtaining the certificate and the scientific content of the study curriculum The part that includes the required information only). It can be obtained from the university website.
Two academic recommendation lettersAttach two letters of recommendation from professors or ex-advisors in the applicant’s affiliating university/academic institution
Endorsement LetterApplicants who apply for this scholarship and currently working as teaching or research assistants must submit an endorsement letter. The endorsement letter states that the applicants shall continue their jobs in their home universities or institutions after completion of their postgraduate programs at Aswan University. It must be an official statement signed and stamped by the affiliated institution
International TOEFL 70/Academic IELTS 6.0Applicants whose native language is English are not required to submit official evidence of English language proficiency
Personal Data Passport PageThe page containing the applicant’s name and date of birth (Valid for at least two year from the date of application)
Personal Photograph (Formal Photo)Attach one personal professional photograph (size 4×6 cm, upper half of body, full-faced, hatless, white background, same as passport photo) taken within the past 6 months.
Security Application (Aswan University designated form)Download from Aswan University website
Certificate of health (Aswan University designated form)Download from Aswan University website

Study expenses for incoming students

 

Medical colleges.

Engineering, Computer and Pharmaceutical Colleges

Colleges of Science and Nursing

For colleges and other institutes.

For the first time, draw a handcuff.

US$ 1500

Annual study expenses (to be exempted)

 

6000 $

5500 $

5000 $

4500 $

Note:

  •  All credentials submitted must be in English, or alternatively, an official translation must be attached to the documents originally not issued in English.
  •  Original documents submitted shall NOT be returned under any circumstances.

Scholarships Terms and Conditions

Aswan University Scholarships for African Countries to develop high quality human resources in the different academic. These scholarships are provided under the cooperation of Aswan university and African countries.

  • For Spring 2025 Intake: Around 10 for M.Sc./Ph.D. Scholarship Slots.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Applicants shall be researchers or instructors (or potentially expected to become those) who needs to obtain M.Sc. or Ph.D. degree in the different academic fields.
  • Applicant must be a holder of nationality of a country in Africa except for Egypt.
  • Applicant must have a current home address in an African country. • Applicant must not be serving in the military.
  • Applicants should fulfill all of the admission requirements and pass the academic interview and oral examination.
  • Applicants who shall continue their jobs in their home universities or institutions after completion of his postgraduate program at Aswan University are preferrable. In this case, Endorsement of the application forms by their home institution is required in order to assure that they would return to home institutions in the future.

Scholarship Coverage:

Aswan University African Countries scholarship is covering tuition fees in addition to required health convering within Aswan University Hospitals.

How to apply?

– Send an email to scolarship@aswu.edu.eg and attached all Documents Required for Application

Process
Due Dates for Spring 2024 Semester
1
Application Submission
 start  at  20 -11-2024
End  at  15-12-2024
2
Primary Screening Announcement
 25-12-2024
3
Interview and exams
 Announce Later
4
Result announcement
 Announce Later

Scholarship Term:

  • The scholarship’s term is the period necessary to complete the degree requirements in Aswan University, which should be two years for the M.Sc. degree in addition to six months of preparatory courses (if necessary) and three years for the Ph.D. degree
  • The scholarship’s support is dependent upon the student good standing with Aswan University graduate program in which he/she is registered. An evaluation progress report will be sent semi-annually to the sponsor reporting about the student’s study level, including the student’s transcript, academic advisor report, and the updated student research situation.