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Open Society Foundations seeks Applications from Eligible Students from Select Countries for the Middle East Rule of Law Masters Scholarship Program

Open Society Foundations is currently inviting applications for Middle East Rule of Law Masters Scholarship (MEROL) Program. The MEROL program was started by Open Society Foundations in association with other universities with an aim to assist in the creating reform-minded professionals in the Middle East region who will work for development and sustainability of open societies. This program supports outstanding students from Middle Eastern countries including Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Egypt, and Iraq and offers fellowships for graduate study in the United States leading to masters degrees.

Scholarship Provisions

The fellowship provides:

  • Tuition and mandatory university fees
  • Monthly stipend for room, board, and living expenses
  • Transportation to/from the U.S.
  • Accident and sickness insurance during program
  • Funds for educational materials
  • Funds for professional development
  • An intensive academic writing program before starting at host universities

The fellowship does NOT provide:

  • Funding for dependent family members
  • The option to choose university placement

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

  • be legally resident in Egypt, Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, or Syria at the time of application
  • demonstrate an excellent academic record and have an advanced degree (minimum: bachelor’s)
  • display impressive civil society leadership potential
  • prove through testing and interviews strong English language ability (minimum TOEFL score of 480)
  • be able to begin the program in August or September, 2012
  • be able to  receive and maintain a U.S. J-1 visa
  • participate in an intensive academic writing program prior to departure to U.S.
  • commit to returning to the home country upon degree completion

Selection Criteria

Competition will be merit based and selection made on the basis of academic excellence, professional aptitude, leadership potential in the field of specialization, and proven commitment to open society values.

Last date for submitting the applications for 2012-2013 year is January 20, 2012.

For more information, visit this link.