Tomorrow’s Leaders Program Scholarship 2027–2028: Eligibility, Benefits, and How to Apply

If you are an academically strong student from the Middle East or North Africa looking for an opportunity to pursue an undergraduate degree, the Tomorrow’s Leaders Program scholarship may be worth exploring. The program offers undergraduate scholarships at partner universities in the region, along with opportunities for professional development, mentoring, and leadership training.

According to the official website, applications for the 2027–2028 academic year are open. The application deadline is November 18, 2026. Here’s what to know before applying.

What is the Tomorrow’s Leaders Program?

The Tomorrow’s Leaders Program is sponsored by the U.S.-Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI), part of the U.S. Department of State, and managed by FHI 360. It aims to support high-achieving students and help them develop academic, practical, and leadership skills so they can contribute to their communities.

Since 2006, the program has worked with universities in the region that follow the American model of education. The official website says that its alumni network includes more than 1,900 graduates working across the Middle East and North Africa. Learn more about the program on its official website.

Where do students study?

Program participants study at one of two partner universities:

• American University of Beirut (AUB)
• Lebanese American University (LAU)

Applicants may indicate their preferred university, but final placement depends on university admission requirements and the review of each applicant’s file. Available majors differ between the two universities, so check the official list of study programs before selecting a major. Medicine is not among the available fields of study, according to the program’s FAQ.

What does the scholarship cover?

According to the official website, program benefits include:

• Tuition and registration fees, for up to four academic years of undergraduate study
• University health insurance
• Visa and residency fees
• University housing and a monthly living stipend
• Textbooks and a laptop for use during the program
• Annual round-trip travel to the student’s home country, territory, or place of residence
• Career-focused workshops, internship opportunities, and faculty mentoring
• The opportunity to apply for one semester of study at a university in the United States

Eligibility for these benefits is subject to the program’s terms and admission requirements. Check the official website for updates. Read the program FAQ.

Who is eligible to apply?

Applicants must be citizens of one of the eligible countries or territories: Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, the West Bank, or Yemen. Palestinians who legally reside in a third country are also included, as explained on the eligibility page.

For the 2027–2028 undergraduate intake, the program is open to students in their final year of high school and students who graduated in 2026. Applicants from Iraq, Libya, Syria, the West Bank, Palestinians legally residing in a third country, and Yemen may also apply if they graduated in 2025.

The official website says applicants should have a strong academic record, maturity, adaptability, leadership potential, and English proficiency. They must also be able to travel and begin their undergraduate studies in August 2027. Review the full eligibility requirements.

Do I need TOEFL or IELTS scores to apply?

You do not need to submit TOEFL or IELTS scores with your initial application. However, all applicants must complete a free online English assessment provided by Arizona State University as part of the application process.

Finalists may later be asked to submit TOEFL or IELTS scores to confirm their English proficiency. The website lists March 8, 2027, as the deadline for finalists to submit these scores. Follow the instructions you receive if your application advances.

What documents are required?

The application requirements listed on the official website include:

• Completing all applicable sections of the application
• High school transcripts and a graduation certificate or diploma, as applicable
• English translations of documents issued in another language, submitted alongside the originals
• Documentation of extracurricular or volunteer activities
• Completion of the Arizona State University English assessment
• Two recommendation letters; according to the FAQ, at least one should come from an academic reference

Applicants who advance to later stages may need to submit additional documents, such as TOEFL or IELTS scores and, for some majors or applicant categories, SAT scores. Review the application instructions carefully, as requirements may vary.

Application deadline and selection timeline

Applications for the 2027–2028 academic year opened in October 2026, and the deadline is November 18, 2026. The published timeline includes application reviews in December, interviews for shortlisted candidates in January 2027, and further testing and university reviews in the following months. Students are expected to travel and begin their studies in August 2027. See the official timeline.

Applicants apply through the Tomorrow’s Leaders Program application. According to the official website, they do not need to submit a separate application to AUB or LAU.

How can you strengthen your application?

Start early and review the eligibility requirements and available majors before completing the application. Prepare your transcripts and translations, and contact your recommenders in advance so they have enough time to submit their letters.

In your personal essay, connect your experiences and academic interests to specific examples of initiative or contributions to your community. Make sure all information is accurate and consistent across your documents, and submit your application well before the deadline.

Program details and deadlines may change, so use the official Tomorrow’s Leaders Program website as your primary source before applying.

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