Jusoor - Juna Foundation Lebanon Scholarship
About the Scholarship
This scholarship is designed for Syrian, Lebanese, and Syrian/Lebanese-Palestinian youth—particularly those affected by displacement—who face significant barriers to accessing quality education and sustainable livelihoods due to conflict, instability, and economic hardship.
It supports students who have completed their secondary education and plan to pursue a Technical Studies (Technicien Supérieur – TS) program at CIS College in Lebanon. The scholarship covers core education costs, including tuition and registration fees, as well as partial support for living and transportation expenses and essential learning tools.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must:
- Be an internally displaced Lebanese, Syrian, or Palestinian currently residing in Lebanon
- Hold a valid Lebanese national ID or a legal residency permit in Lebanon
- Have completed high school or be expected to graduate by Summer 2026
- Intend to pursue one of the following majors at CIS College in Lebanon: Dental Sciences and Laboratory, X-Ray, or Management Information Systems (MIS)
- Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (or 75%)
- Demonstrate clear financial need
If selected for the scholarship, the successful candidates will be required to sign the Jusoor Scholar contract. The main points of the contract are outlined below, and selected scholars can request to read the contract in full before accepting the award. The awardee agrees:
- To give Jusoor permission to use their name, photographs, and biographies on Jusoor’s website, social media, and in publications.
- To make efforts to attend online and in-person events when requested by Jusoor.
- To submit a form provided by Jusoor each term to provide academic updates.
- To agree that to the best of their ability, they will use the knowledge and skills gained through this scholarship to support the development of Syria.
- To maintain good academic standing.
- Not to serve as an official representative of any government and not to engage in activities of a public nature that are likely to affect Jusoor negatively, while receiving funding from Jusoor.
Selection Criteria
- Academic Potential and Achievement
- Integrity and Application Validity
- Personal Potential and Civic Engagement, including interest in and commitment towards rebuilding Syria
- Financial need
Funds Coverage
The scholarship covers core education costs, including tuition and registration fees, along with partial support for living and transportation expenses, as well as essential learning tools.
How to Apply
Candidates should apply through this application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please carefully read the information below before reaching out to us with your questions. If your question is already answered, we will ask you to revisit the FAQ:
- How many awards will be given?
For this selection cycle, we expect to award up to 2 scholarships.
- Is there an age limit to be eligible?
No, there is not
- I’m married and/or have children. Am I eligible?
Yes.
- If awarded the scholarship, can the funding support my partner and/or children?
Unfortunately not. The scholarship is intended to support only the scholar.
- Which study programs are eligible?
Only Dental Sciences and Laboratory, X-Ray and Management Information Systems (MIS) majors are eligible. To learn more about the TS program and these majors, please visit the following link.
- I earned my high school diploma in Syria. Am I still eligible to apply?
Yes, absolutely.
- I earned my high school diploma in Syria and am having trouble obtaining my documents as proof of attendance and/or graduation. Can Jusoor help?
Unfortunately not. Through experience in this matter, we have learned that Jusoor cannot be of assistance. This issue must be resolved with your university and the Ministry of Education where applicable.
- I have not graduated from high school yet. Am I eligible for this scholarship?
Yes. You are eligible to apply if you have not yet graduated, as long as you are expected to complete your high school education in 2026.
- What documents do I need to apply to Jusoor?
We encourage all applicants to prepare these documents as early as possible. Both black-and-white and color copies are accepted. All files must be submitted in PDF format. Documents may be in either Arabic or English, and legalization is not required.
- Copy of passport or national ID, along with a valid residency permit (required for Syrian or Syrian-Palestinian applicants)
- Copy of high school certificate (for graduates) or mid-term transcript (for students expected to graduate in Summer 2026; official if available)
- Proof of financial hardship
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Academic letter of recommendation (from a teacher or professor)
- Professional reference (from current or previous work or volunteer experience)
- What do you look for in the ideal applicant?
We look for a balance of the following:
1) strong GPA and record of academic achievement
2) volunteer and/or work experience relevant to your field of study
3) proven leadership ability as demonstrated through volunteer and/or work experience
4) willingness and demonstrated intent to contribute to the redevelopment of their country and host community
5) willingness to participate in Jusoor’s and the Juna Foundation community
6) a clear and realistic plan for personal and career success post-graduation.
7) A motivated, self-starter attitude
8) Candidates must demonstrate financial hardship
- What is the interview process like?
If selected as a finalist, you will be virtually interviewed by a panel of Jusoor and Juna Foundation team members to assess your suitability for the scholarship. We may ask you to elaborate on the information provided in your application, and will also ask you to respond to a series of questions based on real-life scenarios which scholars face during their academic programs. We are interested to see how you might respond to typical challenges faced by scholars and how you would contribute to furthering Jusoor’s missions while fulfilling your personal goals. We will also ask about your career plans and how you intend to impact the Syrian community in Syria and/or outside of Syria. Interviews generally last for 45 minutes to 1 hour and are conducted in English. To help you prepare for the interview, you can refer to this guide.
- When will I be notified of my application status?
We try to be as transparent with our selection process as possible. We expect to conduct interviews with shortlisted candidates throughout July 2025 and select awardees by early August 2026 (subject to change).
- Where can I find more FAQs?
You can find more FAQs here.
If your question remains unanswered, you can reach out to us at scholarships@jusoor.ngo
NOTE: Kindly include the name of the relevant scholarship in the subject line of your email so we can address your inquiry as quickly as possible. Please note that scholarship-specific inquiries may take up to 2 business days to be answered.