The Kamal Adham Fellowship at the American University of Cairo is designed to attract deserving and qualified graduates of Journalism and Mass Communication programs as well as professionals in mid-career television and digital journalism positions who wish to pursue full-time study (nine credits per semester) toward a 1.5 year master’s degree in television and digital journalism at AUC.

Course Level: Masters

Eligible Countries: All

To Be Taken At (Country): Egypt

Eligibility Criteria: 

  • Open to all nationalities
  • Graduates with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
  • Preference is given to graduates of Egyptian public universities and professionals in the broadcasting industry
  • Minimum grade point average of 3.0 or a rating of gayed giddan. Applicants with slightly lower GPA must have sufficient relevant work experience
  • ​Meet AUC graduate admissions requirements, including submission of AUC graduate application and needed documents
  • Submit an International TOEFL iBT exam score or academic IELTS exam score as per the cut-off scores for AUC graduate admissions
  • Proven interest and achievement in television and digital journalism
  • An interview with the program director is required to assess candidates’ commitment, potential and communication skills
  • To retain the fellowship, the recipient must carry a full course load (nine graduate credits) and maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above
  • Financial need

Value of Award: The fellowship covers:

  • Full or partial tuition coverage for the MA program
  • May cover prerequisite courses and one semester of intensive English language courses as needed
  • Book allowance per semester
  • Student services and activities fees (bus fees)
  • In support of their professional training, fellows are assigned up to 20 hours per week of related academic or technical work

Duration of Program: The fellowship is awarded for two academic years and may cover the intervening summer session when registered for courses.

Method of Application: 

Step 1: Check how to apply and submit the online application
Step 2:
 Complete and submit  the Online Fellowship Application 

Visit the Program Webpage for Details

Scholarship Application Deadline:

  • 1st November 2018
  • 15th April 2019