USAID Scholarship Program

The USAID higher education scholarship programme (United States Agency for International Development) in partnership with Higher Education Commission (HEC) is offering scholarships to financially unstable students. The USAID scholarship for Pakistani students 2024 has shown its commitment to funding the scholarship aid to Pakistani students who meet academic requirements and want to pursue higher education.

The USAID scholarship is a funded Merit and Needs-Based Scholarship Program that provides full-tuition scholarships and stipends for talented yet economically disadvantaged Pakistani students to earn a bachelor's or master's degrees at any of 31 partner universities in Pakistan. The USAID scholarships 2024 pay for tuition fee, accommodation for students, textbooks, and a food allowance. To avail the Pak USAID scholarship applicant must be a Pakistani/AJK National.

For further details you have to view the complete article or you can also visit the USAID website www.usaid.scholarship.

USAID Merit and Need Based Scholarships

The USAID-funded Merit and Need-based scholarship program will be handled by the Institutional Scholarship Award Committee. The USAID merit-based scholarships are typically awarded to those students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievements, leadership qualities, and extracurricular involvement and on the other hand Pak USAID need based scholarships are awarded to those students who prove that they have financial need. Together USAID merit and needs based scholarship programs are given to those students who meet these both criteria. Individuals who are interested in applying for the USAID scholarships program could check the USAID website http.www.hec.gov.pk. (scholarships USAID mnbsp) for further details.

USAID HEC Scholarship

Selected scholars, especially female students from the rural areas, are provided with assistance to prepare for their careers after their graduation through the HEC Pak USAID scholarship program. The HEC USAID Scholarship Management Committee will receive recommendations from the scholarship award committee regarding the chosen candidates.

The HEC Scholarship USAID management committee at HEC will examine the applications and grants approval for those that qualify for this scholarship. After the money is released, the chosen candidates will receive the money from the relevant university. The HEC USAID merit and need based scholarship are typically offered for graduate and post graduate studies in various fields such as engineering, business, agriculture, social sciences, and others. The application process for the USAID scholarship HEC program typically involves submitting an online application form, academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and other required documents

Application Process for USAID Scholarship

Here in this article we will help out students to get to know how to apply for the USAID scholarships program. For USAID scholarships, the online application process is the only convenient way for candidates. You can view the details given below

  • The one and only way to submit the application is the HEC online system at http://scholarship.hec.gov.pk.
  • Then you have to print out the application form and provide the required supporting documents which should be submitted to the Financial Aid Office of the respective university of yours.
  • Keep in mind that you have to avoid delivering your documents to HEC. You can directly contact the university's financial aid offices for more information.
  • An incomplete application form will not be accepted.

USAID Scholarship Application Form

Candidates can avail and download the HEC USAID Scholarship form through the link provided to you https://www.aup.edu.pk/downloads/Need%20Based%20Application%202014.pdf

All you have to do is to download the USAID scholarship form and then you have to carefully fill the USAID scholarship application form and print it out for submission.

USAID Scholarship Eligible Universities

If you are eligible to apply for the USAID scholarship scheme and want to apply for this scholarship program then it’s important for you to know about the USAID scholarship universities that are eligible for this scholarship program, around 30 universities are collaborating with USAID in Pakistan. Candidates can view the complete list of eligible universities through the link provided to you. The candidates can avail the NUST USAID scholarship, MUET USAID scholarship, USAID scholarship UET and many other universities of Pakistan https://www.hec.gov.pk/english/scholarshipsgrants/USAID-NeedsBased/Pages/List-of-Universities.aspx.

Degree Programs Under USAID Scholarship

The USAID master scholarship program, the USAID scholarship for postgraduate and the USAID PhD scholarship program support a wide range of degree courses. These programs typically cover fields that align with USAID's development goals and priorities mentioned below

  • Agriculture and Food Security
  • Health sciences
  • Education
  • Environmental Science and Natural Resource Management
  • Engineering and Technology
  • Democracy, Human Rights, and Governance
  • Business and Economic Development
  • Social Sciences and Development Studies

Deadline to Apply for USAID Scholarship

The last date of USAID scholarship program was: 16 August 2023.

Other than that, the USAID scholarship 2024 last date will be shared soon on our page after they announce.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to apply for USAID scholarships?

Ans: To apply for USAID scholarships, visit the official USAID website or the official website of the HEC (Higher Education Commission) Pakistan. You can also refer to the above article for complete guidance on the application process.

How much stipend is paid to USAID need-based scholarships?

Ans: The stipend for USAID need-based scholarships depends on your degree level and eligibility criteria. The scholarship program covers funds for expenses such as tuition fees, books, boarding and lodging, transportation, and other academic costs.

Can a dentist apply for PhD USAID scholarship programs?

Ans: Yes, dentists can apply for PhD USAID scholarship programs if they meet the eligibility criteria specified by the particular scholarship program they are interested in. However, it's worth noting that the selection criteria for PhD USAID scholarship programs may be rigorous.

Which scholarship is better: USAID or PEEF?

Ans: The suitability of a scholarship between PEEF (Punjab Educational Endowment Fund) and USAID (United States Agency for International Development) depends on various factors including your eligibility, educational goals, career goals, and the specific offerings of each scholarship program.