Financial Aid

Scholarships & Grants

Supporting excellence through financial assistance for students at accredited institutions

Financial Support

GESA Scholarship Program

Empowering talented students to pursue quality education at accredited institutions

Program Highlights

$5M

Annual Fund

500+

Scholarships Awarded

25

Partner Institutions

Opportunities

Available Scholarships

Excellence Scholarship

Award Amount: Full tuition coverage

Number of Awards: 50 per year

For students with outstanding academic achievement and leadership potential.

Now Open Deadline: March 31
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STEM Innovation Scholarship

Award Amount: Up to $15,000/year

Number of Awards: 100 per year

Supporting students pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.

Now Open Deadline: April 15
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Community Service Scholarship

Award Amount: Up to $10,000/year

Number of Awards: 75 per year

Recognizing students with exceptional community service and social impact.

Now Open Deadline: April 30
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Arts & Humanities Grant

Award Amount: Up to $8,000/year

Number of Awards: 50 per year

For talented students in arts, literature, languages, and humanities.

Now Open Deadline: May 15
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Requirements

Eligibility Criteria

General Requirements

  • Must be enrolled or accepted at a GESA-accredited institution
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent)
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Citizen or resident of a Middle Eastern country
  • Maintain good academic standing

Required Documents

  • Completed application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Personal statement (500-1000 words)
  • Proof of enrollment or acceptance letter
  • Financial need documentation
How to Apply

Application Process

1. Check Eligibility

Review requirements and ensure you meet all criteria.

2. Prepare Documents

Gather all required documents and letters of recommendation.

3. Submit Application

Complete online application before the deadline.

4. Await Decision

Review process takes 6-8 weeks. Selected applicants will be notified.

Partnerships

Partner Institutions Offering Scholarships

Additional funding opportunities available at these accredited institutions

Gulf International University

Dubai, UAE

Additional Scholarships: Merit-based awards up to 50% tuition

Arabian University of Science

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Additional Scholarships: Research grants for graduate students

Middle East Business School

Doha, Qatar

Additional Scholarships: Executive MBA scholarships

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apply to multiple scholarships?

Yes, you may apply to multiple GESA scholarship programs if you meet the eligibility criteria for each.

Is the scholarship renewable?

Yes, scholarships are renewable annually based on maintaining academic standards and meeting program requirements.

When will I know if I've been selected?

Scholarship decisions are made 6-8 weeks after the application deadline. All applicants will be notified via email.

Can international students apply?

Priority is given to Middle Eastern nationals, but international students at accredited institutions may apply for certain programs.

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Don't miss this opportunity to pursue your educational dreams