Opportunity Program
Opportunity Program: Helping You Take the Next Step Toward Study in the U.S.!
The Opportunity program provides support for talented international students who may need financial help to take the next steps toward study in the United States at an accredited institution of higher learning. These grants are available now to help cover the upfront costs of seeking higher education in the U.S., and are part of EducationUSA’s broad range of assistance to international students. We want to demonstrate that international students like you are welcome in the U.S., and increase access to U.S. institutions of higher learning for deserving students who have broad interests and ambitions but modest means. These grants make it possible for students who would be otherwise unable to afford the costly application process to take the next step toward an education in the United States.
What Can the Grants Pay For?
- Testing fees, including additional score reports, for TOEFL, SAT, GRE and other specialized tests required by U.S. institutions
- Round-trip transportation and, if necessary, overnight accommodation and meals at testing sites located far from the student’s home
- Application fees for U.S. institutions to which the student is applying
- International courier fees to ensure the student’s application package reaches U.S. institutions
- Costs of translations and certifications of the student’s official documents and records
- Costs of international telephone or Internet communications with receiving institution for the purpose of an admissions interview or finalizing details
- Costs relating to applying for the appropriate U.S. visa
- Round-trip transportation to a U.S.
NEXEN Scholarship
Nexen Inc. has provided ten exceptional Yemeni men and women with scholarships to the University of Calgary in selected fields since 1998. AMIDEAST has administered the program in Yemen since its inception.
If this scholarship is offered in 2011, information about application procedures and selection criteria will be posted here.
Fulbright Foreign Student Program
The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy and AMIDEAST, is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for master's degree studies in the United States under the J. William Fulbright Scholarship Program. Applications are for Fulbright grants beginning August 2014. Fulbright grants provide funding for two years of master's degree study in the U.S. in all fields except computer science, engineering, dentistry, medicine or medical fields, nursing, and pharmacy.
Qualified applicants must have:
• A Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science (four- or five-year degree) from an accredited institution awarded at least one year prior to application;
• Demonstrated ability to undertake advanced studies, with a B.A. or B.S. grade point average equivalent to at least a 3.20 of 4.00 scale;
• Strong English language skills; and
• Preferred: At least one year of paid or voluntary work experience (minimum of two years for applicants to masters of business administration programs only).
Fulbright
The Binational Fulbright Commission administers the half-century old, prestigious Fulbright program which seeks to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and Jordan by awarding grants and fellowships to Jordanian students, teachers and scholars to study, teach, lecture and conduct research in the United States and to American academics to engage in similar activities in Jordan. These grants are offered, Kingdom-wide, on a rigorously competitive basis with grants awarded to individuals selected on the basis of academic excellence and professional qualifications. These scholarships are offered to Jordanian graduate students for higher study and research abroad for either Masters or Ph.D. degree-seeking Candidates. AMIDEAST/Jordan works closely with the Fulbright Commission to facilitate the application and university selection process.
Diana Kamal Scholarship
Program Summary
The Diana Kamal Scholarship Search Fund (DKSSF) makes the dream of study in the United States possible for highly qualified Arab students from underserved populations in the Middle East and North Africa. Through this initiative, AMIDEAST is able to identify students of exceptional accomplishment and promise who wish to pursue undergraduate study at an American college or university, but cannot afford to do so. The resources in this special fund then enable AMIDEAST to provide the services that assist several candidates each year to apply and qualify for four-year scholarships to select U.S. institutions of higher learning.
Who is Eligible?
Outstanding, underprivileged Jordanian students currently in 11th grade
AMIDEAST’s Role
Diana Kamal Scholarship Search Fund (DKSSF)
This fund was established in memory of Senior Vice President Diana Kamal who passed away after 28 years of distinguished service at AMIDEAST. In recognition of her dedication to international educational exchange, this fund identifies talented young students from the Middle East and matches them with scholarship opportunities at
Applications for DKSSF scholarships are currently not being accepted. Please visit this page again frequently for updates regarding program reopening.
Iraq Programs and Services
Applicants to all AMIDEAST/Iraq programs that involve travel to the US MUST have an Iraqi passport in G or A series. If you do not have one already and are considering applying to one of our US exchange programs, we recommend that you apply for an Iraqi G passport now!
AMIDEAST Iraq is a well-respected leader in providing and administering high quality testing and exchange programs.
- Iraqi Women Fellowship Foundation (IWFF)
- Testing Services
- English Language and Test Preparation Courses (Coming this March!)
Iraqi Women Fellowship Foundation (IWFF) Faculty Program
AMIDEAST is accepting applications on behalf of the Iraqi Women Fellowship Foundation (IWFF) fellowship program, a one- year fellowship at a U.S. University which includes up to two months of pre-academic English language training. This program is funded through multiple sources and administered by AMIDEAST.
This solicitation has no deadline. For the best chance, apply as soon as possible. As each IWFF opportunity arises, applications already received will be reviewed.
IWFF FINALISTS MUST HAVE AN IRAQI G PASSPORT IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE. IF YOU DO NOT, PLEASE APPLY FOR ONE IMMEDIATELY.
As an IWFF participant, you will have the opportunity to:
Youth Exchange and Study (YES)
Youth Exchange and Study (YES), sponsored by the U.S. Department of State, provides scholarships for Iraqi high school students (14-16 years old) to spend one academic year in the United States. The program is vital to expanding communication between the peoples of the United States and Iraq to promote mutual understanding and respect. Students live with host families, attend high school, engage in activities to learn about American society and values, acquire leadership skills, and help educate Americans about Iraqi culture.
How to apply
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Fill out the YES application completely. Incomplete applications will NOT be considered.
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Provide official school grades for the last three years (preferably in English).
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Provide a current photo
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Applicants can mail the application, deliver it in person to AMIDEAST’s office, or send it through the school.
DKSSF
The Diana Kamal Scholarship Search Fund (DKSSF)
The Diana Kamal Scholarship Search Fund (DKSSF) was developed in memory of Senior Vice President Diana Kamal who passed away after 28 years of distinguished service at AMIDEAST. In recognition of her dedication to international educational exchange, this fund identifies talented young Arab students and matches them with scholarship opportunities at U.S. colleges and universities.
The Diana Kamal Scholarship Search Fund (DKSSF) is designed to help academically gifted and well rounded undergraduate students from underprivileged backgrounds to gain admittance and secure financial aid to attend a college or university in the United States.
Eligibility Requirements:
Students must submit the following:
