Conditions
- Apply through a partner university, not the Foundation; each university sets eligible countries and levels.
- Documented financial need, academic excellence and a commitment to community service.
- Age: often under 29 for bachelor's and under 35 for master's (varies).
- Many partners accept students from North Africa (Egypt, Sudan, Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria, Libya).
Usual timeline
- September–January: partner universities open applications for the next intake (varies).
- February–April: interviews and financial-need verification.
- May–July: decisions.
- August–September: arrival and orientation.
Dates are approximate and change yearly — check the official site and the opportunity page here.
Motivation letter
The personal statement ties three threads: your financial circumstances with honesty and dignity, your academic achievement despite them, and what you did for your community.
Explain how you will return to lead change (“give back” is a core value).
Be specific: names, numbers, results.
Common mistakes
- Applying to the Foundation instead of a partner university.
- Hiding or exaggerating financial need without documents.
- A statement focused on personal ambition without community.
- Exceeding the chosen university's age limit.
Tips from winners
- Review the partner list, pick those accepting your country and level, then read their conditions closely.
- Prepare financial-need documents (family income, certificates) early.
- Document community work with photos and letters from organizations.
