Arizona State University (ASU), one of our partner universities and a leader in online learning, was recently ranked in 2018 as the most innovative university in the United States (US News and World Report, 2018). It offers over 50 online master’s programs across a range of fields. The Foundation is now offering scholarships for 29 different specializations, spanning the fields of engineering, technology, health, education, tourism, and more as part of the Al Ghurair Open Learning Scholars Program.

Click here for more information about ASU's offerings, the list of academic programs we support, and to request more information about the program from ASU.

Our Support

The Foundation offers full scholarships for a range of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and other degrees relevant to the Arab region for Arab youth who fulfill our eligibility criteria (described below). Interested students are requested to complete our online application on our student portal. However, in order to gain the scholarships, students must (1) apply to and receive an acceptance from ASU to one of the Foundation’s supported online master’s programs, and (2) apply to and receive an acceptance to the Al Ghurair Open Learning Scholars Program.

The Scholarship covers the total cost of university tuition and other mandatory university fees for the master’s degree for up to a period of 3 years. The program also offers scholars a number of opportunities provided both through the university and/or through the Foundation. These include:

• Access to a network of Al Ghurair Scholars around the world

• Academic advising, career counseling and mentorship

Eligibility Criteria

In order to be eligible to apply for the Al Ghurair Open Learning Scholars Program at Arizona State University, you must be:

• An Arab citizen – you must hold no other passport. Preference is given to residents of the Arab world for at least 12 years.

• Below 30 years old

• Academically high-achieving – you must have a cumulative GPA of no less than 3.0 in your bachelor's degree (or 85%). Students with a master's degree are not eligible for this program.

• Require financial support – you must be willing and able to show proof of your financial need in your application

Dates & Deadlines

Students are invited to submit applications to the Al Ghurair Open Learning Scholars Program scholarship at any time. We select a group of scholars to enter one of ASU's master programs three times a year.

Please check back for more detailed information on dates and deadlines.

How to Apply for the Al Ghurair Open Learning Scholars Program?

1. Read and understand all the requirements to complete your scholarship application for the Al Ghurair Open Learning Scholars Program at ASU found on the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page, by clicking on the “Have Questions” link at the bottom of this page 

2. Prepare your required documents for your application. The list of required documents are listed in the FAQ section.

3. Attend an online information session during each of our application cycles to learn more about the program. To register, click here.

4. Create a profile on the Foundation’s Student Portal, which can be accessed by clicking on the “Ready to Apply” link at the bottom of this page

5. Create and complete your Al Ghurair OLS Program application

6. Apply for the ASU Online Master’s Degree of your choice as soon as possible. Please make sure that it is a program that is supported by the Foundation by clicking here.

7. Wait to receive an email from us about the status of your application  

What is the MITx MicroMasters in Supply Chain Management?
The MicroMasters in Supply Chain from MITx is an advanced, professional, graduate-level foundation in Supply Chain Management. It represents the equivalent of 1 semester's worth of coursework at MIT.

The MITx MicroMasters credential consists of five intensive on-line courses covering all aspects of logistics and supply chain management along with an in-person or online, proctored comprehensive final exam. It is important to also note that the MicroMasters is NOT a degree-granting program nor is it a guarantee of admissions to MIT or the SCM graduate program. It is a separate stand-alone professional certificate.

The blended master's degree in SCM is a new option that is being developed by MIT that would allow learners to combine the MITx MicroMasters credential with one+ semester at MIT. Learners with the MITx MicroMasters credential in SCM can then apply to MIT for the blended SCM master’s degree (or to one of the universities that accept the MicroMaster's credential as partial credit). They must also fulfill all of the prerequisites, which are detailed here. This new program would require the successful applicant to come to MIT for January through May to take courses on campus for graduation at the beginning of June. 

Click here to learn more on the course website.

Our support

The support we provide to Arab youth interested in the SCM through the Al Ghurair Open Learning Scholars Program is at two levels:

1. MITx MicroMasters in SCM

All Arab students between 15-30 years old who fulfill our eligibility criteria can receive:

•  Full reimbursement of the total cost of the SCM MicroMasters program after successfully completing the program (consisting of five courses & a comprehensive exam) within 2 years

In order to be eligible to receive the reimbursement, please complete an application on our student portal.

For a select number of academically exceptional Arab students with a background in and a commitment to this field and who can demonstrate their financial need, we offer:

• Scholarship for the SCM MicroMasters program (to be completed within 2 years)
• Access to a network of Al Ghurair Scholars across the region

Please note that this scholarship will be based on a rolling application basis. Students can submit their applications on our student portal at any time, without a deadline, by clicking on "Ready to Apply" at the bottom of the page. Please expect to hear from us no sooner than between 4-6 weeks after you submit your application. 

2. MIT Blended Masters in SCM
   
   Any of the above students who (1) fulfill our eligibility criteria of academic achievement and financial need (which is not required to enroll in the MicroMasters program), (2) successfully complete the MITx MicroMasters in SCM, and (3) receive an acceptance from MIT to complete the MIT Blended SCM Master’s Program (this involves traveling to MIT for the second semester of the Master’s program at MIT) will be eligible to receive a full scholarship for the MIT Blended SCM Master's Program from the Foundation. The scholarship support will include:

• University tuition and other mandatory university fees
• Health insurance, as per the university plan
• Housing costs, travel airfare and visa costs for students living away from family
• Transportation, books, and other living expenses

For more information about this program and the scholarships we offer, please click on the “Have Questions” box below to read our frequently asked questions (FAQs).

What is the MITx MicroMasters in Data, Economics, and Development Policy (DEDP)?

The MicroMasters credential in DEDP equips learners with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge to tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing developing countries and the world’s poor. Through a series of five online courses and in-person exams learners will gain a strong foundation in microeconomics, development economics, probability and statistics, and engage with cutting-edge research in the field.

Learners who successfully complete the five MicroMasters courses and their corresponding in-person exams will be eligible to apply to MIT’s new blended Master of Data, Economics, and Development Policy program. If accepted, students will earn MIT credit for the MicroMasters courses, and will be able to pursue an accelerated on-campus Master’s degree at MIT.

Each of the 5 courses in the program and exams will be offered 3 times per year, starting in February, June, and September. Learners can take the courses according to their own schedule. 

To watch a short video about the program, please click here. For more information about the program and process, please click here.

Who should enroll in the MITx MicroMasters in DEDP?

It is intended for learners who are interested in building a full set of tools and skills required for data analysis in the social sciences, understanding the problems facing world’s poor, and learning how to design and evaluate social policies that strive to solve them.
 

Our Support

The support we provide to Arab youth interested in the DEDP through the Al Ghurair Open Learning Scholars Program is at two levels:

1. MITx MicroMasters in DEDP

All Arab students between 15-30 years old who fulfill our eligibility criteria can receive:

•  Full reimbursement of the total cost of the DEDP MicroMasters program after successfully completing the program (consisting of five courses & exams) within 2 years

In order to be eligible to receive the reimbursement, please complete an application on our student portal.

For a select number of academically exceptional Arab students with a background in and a commitment to this field and who can demonstrate their financial need, we offer:

• Scholarship for the DEDP MicroMasters program (to be completed within 2 years)
• Access to a network of Al Ghurair Scholars across the region

Please note that this scholarship will be based on a rolling application basis. Students can submit their applications on our student portal at any time, without a deadline, by clicking on "Ready to Apply" at the bottom of the page. Please expect to hear from us no sooner than between 4-6 weeks after you submit your application.

2. MIT Blended Masters in DEDP
   
   Any of the above students who (1) fulfill our eligibility criteria of academic achievement and financial need (which is not required to enroll in the MicroMasters program), (2) successfully complete the MITx MicroMasters in DEDP, and (3) receive an acceptance from MIT to complete the MIT Blended DEDP Master’s Program (this involves traveling to MIT for the second semester of the Master’s program at MIT) will be eligible to receive a full scholarship for the MIT Blended DEDP Master's Program from the Foundation. The scholarship support will include:

• University tuition and other mandatory university fees
• Health insurance, as per the university plan
• Housing costs, travel airfare and visa costs for students living away from family
• Transportation, books, and other living expenses

For more information about this program and the scholarships we offer, please click on the “Have Questions” box below to read our frequently asked questions (FAQs).