Swiss Fellowship for Inclusive Development (SFID) 2026

Applications are open for the Swiss Fellowship for Inclusive Development at AUC. This fellowship funds a public policy or public administration diploma. Credits earned count directly toward an MPP or MPA degree.

Program Snapshot

• Host Organization: The American University in Cairo (AUC)
• Funding: Tuition for up to 9 credits per semester, fees, and health insurance
• Duration: Two semesters, renewed after a first-semester performance review
• Eligibility: Egyptian nationals and refugees from Yemen, Palestine, Syria, or Sudan
• GPA Requirement: 3.2 minimum to retain the fellowship

Focus Areas

• Public policy and public administration training
• Diploma credits applicable toward a full MPP or MPA
• Practical experience through the Public Policy HUB
• Support for refugees and Egyptian nationals in Egypt

About the Fellowship

This fellowship builds policy expertise among Egyptian and refugee students. It links directly into AUC’s graduate diploma and master’s pathways. Fellows work hands-on with AUC’s Public Policy HUB throughout. The programme renews each semester based on academic performance.

What Fellows Receive

Fellows get tuition covered for up to nine credits per semester. Student services, activity fees, and health insurance are also included. Diploma credits transfer directly into an MPP or MPA program. Continued funding depends on maintaining at least a 3.2 GPA.

Who Can Apply

Applicants must be Egyptian nationals or refugees residing in Egypt. Eligible refugee nationalities include Yemeni, Palestinian, Syrian, and Sudanese applicants. New students must meet AUC’s full graduate admissions requirements. Continuing fellows must maintain their GPA to keep the award.

Required Materials

Applicants first review AUC’s general application instructions online. A complete online fellowship application follows the standard admissions process. Fellows also commit to 12 hours per week with the Public Policy HUB.

How to Apply

Check AUC’s fellowship deadlines page for the next open cycle.

Click Here to Apply

Conclusion

This fellowship offers real funding toward policy careers for Egyptian and refugee students. Its direct link to AUC’s MPP and MPA programs adds lasting value. Since the current cycle has closed, interested applicants should monitor AUC’s site for the next window.

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