Tips on how to get your Masters and Ph.D. in the US

2. EducationUSA can help you every step along the way.
5 Steps to U.S. Study
1.Research Your Options
2.Finance Your Studies
3.Complete Your Application
4.Apply for Your Student Visa
5.Prepare for Your Departure

3. This is the first question to ask yourself.

6. Gain your degree from a U.S. institution.
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7. Typically 1-3 year terminal degrees to get you directly into the workforce.
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8. Typically 1-3 year terminal degrees to get you directly into the workforce.
University funding is rare: most
students are funded by loans arranged
through universities or private sources.
Specialized Master’s (research) degrees
are also offered in all of these fields.

9. Study in the U.S. while attaining your degree from Egypt.
Non-Degree Seeking Options in the U.S.
Humphrey Fellowship (Professionals) through Fulbright
• Junior Faculty Development through Fulbright
• PhD Research grants (including Fulbright)
• Community College Initiative (Fulbright)
• TCLP (AMIDEAST) for Arabic and English teachers at Governmental Schools
• Medical Residencies, Observerships, etc. (EAMTAR)
• Certificate Programs/ELI Programs/Summer Programs through Community
colleges or US Universities. (Self fund)

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18. Fewer spots than undergraduate programs, but more funding available.
FELLOWSHIPS
Scholarships that do not require any repayment. Cover
full or partial tuition and sometimes living expenses.
ASSISTANTSHIP POSITIONS
Graduate, Research, and Teaching Assistantships.
Usually available after one year in the program. Can
include tuition, living expenses, and a stipend. 86% of
STEM PhD candidates were fully funded.
STUDENT LOANS
Must be repaid in full. Available more for professional
schools. Many times require a U.S. citizen co-signer.
CPT/OPT – PRACTICAL TRAINING
Off-campus internship (paid or unpaid) 12 months
total, or 29 months for STEM fields.

19. • 82% of PhD candidates, 55% of Master’s
candidates are funded by their
universities
STEM
(Science, Technology, Engineering,
Math)
• 56% of PhD candidates, 41% of Master’s
candidates are funded by their
universities
Humanities and Social Sciences
• University funding is rare: most students
are funded by loans arranged through
universities or private sources
Other Professions
(Business, Health, Communications,
Education, Law)
Graduate Financial Assistance

20. What if the U.S. college or university does not provide funding?
External Funding for U.S. Degrees
Graduate:
• Onsi Sawiris Scholarship (MBA or
Masters in Engineering) administered by
AMIDEAST OSSP Graduate
• AlGhurair (Arizona State University)
- Online AlGhurair Online MA
• Citadel Capital Scholarship Qalaa Scholarships
• Aga Khan Aga Khan

21. MBA Fellowship at Stanford
▪ Fellowship Eligibility
▪ You must be a citizen of an African country
▪ You must have completed, or be in the final year of completing, your university studies.
▪ Evaluation Criteria
▪ Commitment to developing Africa
▪ Demonstrated financial need is preferred
▪ Merit, determined by the three criteria used to consider candidates: intellectual vitality,
demonstrated leadership potential, and personal qualities and contributions that will add
to the class.
▪ Link: https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/programs/mba/financial-aid/types-
aid/stanford-africa-mba-fellowship

22. ▪ Global EMPA Degree, funded by Opera Winfery Foundation
▪ Citizen and resident in an African country at the time of
application.
▪ Strong academic record.
▪ Demonstrated commitment to public service.
▪ A NYU Wagner education would significantly enhance your
ability to have a deep and lasting impact on public service
issues in your home country and region.
AFRICAN WOMEN'S PUBLIC SERVICE
FELLOWSHIP

23. What if the U.S. college or university does not provide funding?
Fulbright Egyptian Student Grants
▪ Fulbright Egyptian Student Program – Master’s Degree
▪ Fulbright Egyptian Student Program – Visiting Student
Researcher
▪ Fulbright Egyptian Student Program – Applied, Fine and
Performing Arts
▪ Fulbright Egyptian Student Program – Islamic Studies
▪ Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Program
▪ Fulbright Egyptian Scholar Program – Post-Doctoral
Research Grants

31. Take your research seriously. You have many free tools to help.
EDUCATIONUSA
Global network of centers and thorough
website/app.
U.S. NEWS & WORLD
REPORT
Unofficial rankings for graduate programs in the
United States.
PETERSONS
Fantastic tools and resources for graduate
study, incl. GRE.
CHEA
Database of accredited American education
institutions.
NACES
Information on credential evaluation.
NUMBEO, FOREIGN CREDITS,
ETC.
Cost of Living comparison, GPA calculator, and more.

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37. Ask your questions about
Study in the USA.