AUC Tomorrow's Leaders Scholarships (Undergraduate & Graduate)

American University in Cairo (AUC) with the U.S. Middle East Partnership Initiative

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Details checked on 30 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

Academically strong students from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Bangladeshi nationals are not part of the target region.

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About this opportunity

Tomorrow's Leaders is a leadership scholarship programme at the American University in Cairo for students from the Middle East and North Africa, with an undergraduate track and a graduate track.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Academically strong students from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Bangladeshi nationals are not part of the target region.
2. Note the deadline. Nov – Dec (annual; the undergraduate round is closed this cycle and has usually opened in autumn - check aucegypt.edu or write to [email protected]) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Passport or national ID; Academic transcripts and degree certificates; CV; Statement of purpose or motivation letter (if requested); Reference or recommendation letters (if requested); Proof of work experience; English-language test result or other language proof (if required); Anything else listed on the official page (this list is a typical checklist - always confirm there).
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

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Tips from our advisors

1. Read the eligibility line by line before you write anything. Most rejections are eligibility mismatches, not weak essays.
2. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
3. Beyond grades, show leadership and community impact with concrete numbers and outcomes.
4. Ask your referees at least 4 weeks ahead and give them your CV, your draft SOP and the deadline.
5. Support your financial-need statement with clear documents and keep the numbers consistent across forms.
6. Submit at least 48 hours before the deadline. Portals slow down on the last day.

Quick answers

Who can apply for AUC Tomorrow's Leaders Scholarships (Undergraduate & Graduate)?

Academically strong students from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Bangladeshi nationals are not part of the target region.

What does AUC Tomorrow's Leaders Scholarships (Undergraduate & Graduate) cover?

Funded places at AUC with leadership development and professional experience; AUC does not publish the value on the programme page, so check the current call

When is the deadline for AUC Tomorrow's Leaders Scholarships (Undergraduate & Graduate)?

Nov – Dec (annual; the undergraduate round is closed this cycle and has usually opened in autumn - check aucegypt.edu or write to [email protected]) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with AUC Tomorrow's Leaders Scholarships (Undergraduate & Graduate)?

Host countries: Egypt.

What documents do I need for AUC Tomorrow's Leaders Scholarships (Undergraduate & Graduate)?

Passport or national ID; Academic transcripts and degree certificates; CV; Statement of purpose or motivation letter (if requested); Reference or recommendation letters (if requested); Proof of work experience; English-language test result or other language proof (if required); Anything else listed on the official page (this list is a typical checklist - always confirm there).

How much work is the AUC Tomorrow's Leaders Scholarships (Undergraduate & Graduate) application?

Medium: Transcript + Short Personal Statement + Financial Aid Form + Extracurricular Portfolio