Opportunity Information: Apply for 268 11 003
Apply for 268 11 003
- The Egypt USAID Cairo in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "University Scholarship Assistance Program II (USAP II)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 98.001 USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 7, 2011 and posted on Dec 23, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Dec 31, 2011. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $18,400,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 3 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Universities, Non Governmental Organizations (both for profit and non profit), and other educational institutions are eligible to submit applications under this Annual Program Statement (APS).
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Opportunity Summary:
The University Scholarship Assistance Program II (USAP II) was a USAID/Lebanon higher-education scholarship funding opportunity released as an Annual Program Statement (APS) to support full university scholarships for economically disadvantaged students in Lebanon. The program focused specifically on public school students and aimed to make it possible for them to enroll in Lebanese universities that are officially registered with the Lebanese Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE). The underlying authority for the initiative came from the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended, which is a common legal basis for USAID overseas assistance programs, including education and human-capital development efforts.
This opportunity was offered as a discretionary award using a cooperative agreement, meaning the selected recipients would not simply receive funds and operate independently, but would be expected to work in close coordination with USAID during implementation. The activity category was Education, and USAID anticipated making up to three awards under the announcement. The total potential scale was significant, with an award ceiling listed at $18,400,000 and no stated award floor, which typically indicates flexibility in award size depending on the proposed approach, the number of scholarships supported, and the overall program design.
A cost sharing or matching requirement applied, so applicants were expected to contribute resources alongside USAID funding. The announcement’s eligibility was broad and included universities, non-governmental organizations (both nonprofit and for-profit), and other educational institutions. In practical terms, that meant both academic institutions and organizations experienced in scholarship administration, student support services, and education program management could apply, as long as they met the eligibility conditions described in the full APS.
Key dates show the opportunity was posted on December 23, 2010, with a closing date of December 31, 2011, and it was later archived on January 5, 2012. The assistance listing referenced was CFDA 98.001 (USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas). Although the program title and description were tied to USAID/Lebanon, the agency information in the source points to USAID Cairo as the issuing office, reflecting regional contracting and assistance structures that sometimes manage awards across multiple countries.
For applicant support and access issues, the contact listed was Abeer Rizk, Acquisition Specialist, with a phone number provided (+20 2 522 6884). The notice also indicated that questions, concept papers, and applications could be directed through the channels specified in the full announcement, suggesting a structured submission process typical of APS mechanisms, where applicants may submit concepts and then full applications aligned with USAID’s scholarship objectives and selection criteria.
University Scholarship Assistance Program II (USAP II): FAQs
What is the University Scholarship Assistance Program II (USAP II)?
USAP II was a USAID/Lebanon higher-education scholarship funding opportunity released as an Annual Program Statement (APS). It was designed to support full university scholarships for economically disadvantaged students in Lebanon, with a specific focus on students coming from public schools.
What was the main goal of USAP II?
The primary goal was to make it possible for economically disadvantaged public school students in Lebanon to enroll in Lebanese universities that are officially registered with the Lebanese Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE).
Who were the intended scholarship beneficiaries?
The opportunity emphasized economically disadvantaged students in Lebanon, specifically those who attended public schools.
What types of universities could students attend under this program?
The program targeted enrollment in Lebanese universities that are officially registered with the Lebanese Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE).
Who was eligible to apply for the award funding?
Eligibility was broad and included universities, non-governmental organizations (both nonprofit and for-profit), and other educational institutions, as long as they met the eligibility conditions described in the full APS.
Could both nonprofit and for-profit organizations apply?
Yes. The eligibility language included NGOs that are nonprofit and for-profit.
Was this opportunity a grant or another type of assistance instrument?
It was offered as a discretionary award using a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that the award was a cooperative agreement?
A cooperative agreement generally means the selected recipient would be expected to coordinate closely with USAID during implementation, rather than operating fully independently after receiving funds.
What was the activity/category area for this opportunity?
The activity category was Education.
How many awards did USAID expect to make?
USAID anticipated making up to three awards under the announcement.
What was the maximum funding amount available (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling listed was $18,400,000.
Was there a minimum award amount (award floor)?
No award floor was stated, which typically indicates flexibility in award size depending on the proposed approach and program design.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. A cost sharing or matching requirement applied, meaning applicants were expected to contribute resources alongside USAID funding.
What legal authority supported this USAID scholarship initiative?
The underlying authority cited was the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended, which is commonly used as the legal basis for USAID overseas assistance, including education and human-capital development programs.
What was the assistance listing (CFDA) number for this opportunity?
The assistance listing referenced was CFDA 98.001, described as USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on December 23, 2010.
What was the closing date for submissions?
The closing date was December 31, 2011.
When was the opportunity archived?
It was archived on January 5, 2012.
Which USAID office issued the announcement?
Although the program title and description were tied to USAID/Lebanon, the agency information in the source pointed to USAID Cairo as the issuing office, reflecting regional assistance structures that can manage awards across multiple countries.
Who was the point of contact listed for this opportunity?
The contact listed was Abeer Rizk, Acquisition Specialist.
What contact phone number was provided?
The phone number provided was +20 2 522 6884.
How were questions, concept papers, and applications expected to be submitted?
The notice indicated that questions, concept papers, and applications could be directed through the channels specified in the full announcement, suggesting a structured APS submission process where applicants may submit concepts and then full applications aligned with USAID objectives and criteria.
Did the notice indicate a concept paper step before full applications?
It suggested that concept papers could be submitted (along with questions and applications) through the channels in the full announcement, which is consistent with APS mechanisms that may use a concept-to-application process.
What kinds of organizations were this program suited for?
Based on the eligibility description, the opportunity could fit academic institutions and organizations experienced in scholarship administration, student support services, and education program management, provided they met the APS eligibility conditions.
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