The Swiss Fellowship for Inclusive Development (SFID) supports new graduate students with outstanding academic records who wish to pursue a graduate diploma in public administration or public policy at The American University in Cairo (AUC). This fellowship is highly competitive and targets Egyptian nationals committed to inclusive development.
Applicants should note that the fellowship covers two semesters. However, continued support depends on satisfactory academic performance after the first semester. If fellows wish to continue to a master’s degree (MPA or MPP), they can do so, but the fellowship does not extend beyond the diploma program.
Key Details
Application Deadline: Not specified – please see official page
Eligible Countries: Egypt
Program Duration: Two semesters (review after first semester)
Program Location: Egypt (The American University in Cairo)
Funding/Benefits: Full tuition (up to nine credits/semester), student services and activities fees, medical service and health insurance fees
Award Provider: The American University in Cairo
About this Program
The SFID is designed to foster inclusive development by supporting talented Egyptian students. It enables them to gain advanced knowledge in public policy or public administration. Fellows join a vibrant academic community and contribute to the Public Policy HUB at AUC. Importantly, the fellowship aims to build future leaders in Egypt’s public sector.
Eligibility Criteria
- Egyptian nationals only
- New graduate degree-seeking students who meet all AUC graduate admissions requirements
- For continuing students: must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.2 to retain the fellowship
What Fellows Receive:
- Full tuition coverage for up to nine credits per semester
- Student services and activities fees
- Medical service and health insurance fees
Program Components
- Enroll full-time in the public policy or public administration graduate diploma program
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.2
- Work at least 12 hours per week with the Public Policy HUB
- Respond to reporting requests from AUC, which may include submitting photos or academic progress updates
- Attend fellowship events and meetings as requested by university entities
How to Apply
- Review how to apply and submit the online application via the AUC admissions portal.
- Complete and submit the online fellowship application.
- Check the fellowship application cycle deadlines on the official AUC website.
- For inquiries, contact [email protected].
👉 Visit the application webpage for details
