Frequently Asked Questions
How do universities give scholarships?
Example: AUC
AUC provides financial aid based on both merit and need. Scholarships are typically given to individuals who have excelled academically and have a significant financial need.
To get a scholarship at AUC you need to have the following:
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Pass either the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum band score of 5.5 and a writing score of 5.5 or the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum total score of 62 and a writing score of 17
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Interested in majoring in one of the following fields of study at AUC: anthropology, arts, Arab and Islamic civilizations, Egyptology, English and comparative literature, history, psychology, philosophy, political science, and sociology.
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Demonstrate outstanding academic qualifications
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Meet AUC's admission requirements
The Scholarship will cover:
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Full/partial tuition fees
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Housing in a double room at the AUC dorms (for eligible students who are residing outside Cairo and Giza or international students)
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AUC transportation (for eligible applicants who are not residing at the AUC dorms)
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How do you get a degree in university?
Approximately 120 credit hours of study are required for bachelor's degrees, which are offered by both private and public schools and universities. Students must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent in order to enroll in a bachelor's program. Applicants may be required to submit their ACT or SAT results, depending on the school.
How long does it take to get a university degree?
Normally, it takes four years to get a bachelor's degree, but this might vary, especially if you're pursuing an online bachelor's degree.
What is the best tactic for maximizing your chances of getting a scholarship?
By giving each application your full attention, you will raise your chances of earning a scholarship. Even if the questions for two scholarship essays appear to be identical, resist the desire to copy and paste. Also, don't overlook the optional questions because they are a great opportunity to elaborate on yourself and your objectives.