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LCC International University
Middle East Scholars Program
Verified by UNHCRAbout this scholarship
The priority for the Middle East Scholars Program is to assist war-affected students from Syria, Iraq and Afghanistan by providing an opportunity to start or continue their BA or MA education at LCC International University. An intensive English program (if needed) and supplemental support systems are a part of the scholarship package.
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Who can apply?
Who is this opportunity for?All refugees and asylum seekersEligible nationalitiesAfghanistan, Iraq, SyriaAge limit at the time of application25Eligible country of asylumAll eligible countries of asylumLanguage skills requiredTOEFL ITP and iBT; IELTS Academic; PTE Academic; PTE General Test; CPE or CAE; DuolingoLanguage of instructionEnglishRequired status documentsRefugee certificate, Asylum seeker certificate, Complementary or temporary /protection status certificate, We do not require such status document as such - we would need recommendation letter from an agency/organization that knows and can recommend the person. But when there is a status document, that allows us to coordinate work with relevant organizations. -
What is included?
Type of fundingFull scholarship (See provider website for more detail), Partial scholarship, Loan, OtherApplication fee?0 for BA programs; 0 for Master's if applying with early deadline. Could be exempted from later as well.Covered in this programApplication feesTuitionBooksPreparation coursesMonthly stipend (e.g. food allowance)HousingHealth insuranceMentoring or psycho-social supportVisaIn rare cases, travel costs to Lithuania could be included. -
How can I apply?
Deadline for applications30 Jun 2021 -
For more details, contact the provider
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Other details about this scholarship
Types of visa granted on arrivalAll new students come with a national visa D which is a special student visa which is valid for a year. Within the course of the first half year, students apply and receive TRP (temporary residence permit) which is valid for a year or two and gets renewedAre there options for me to stay after study has ended?Work permit/temporary residency; asylum application Students could extend their temporary residence permit for a year after graduation. That gives them time to look for a job, eventually seek permanent residency. If needed, asylum seeking could be an option but our recommendation is to exhaust other optionAm I allowed to work while studying?YesCan my family come with me?No -
Disclaimer
The content presented on this site has originated from the third party providers. UNHCR is not responsible for the application process or oversight of the opportunities presented here. Questions on a particular opportunity should be directed to the relevant provider.