{"id":41920,"date":"2025-09-18T03:39:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-18T03:39:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opportunitiesforyouth.org\/?p=41920"},"modified":"2025-09-18T03:39:00","modified_gmt":"2025-09-18T03:39:00","slug":"applications-for-the-tomorrows-leaders-program-academic-year-2025-2026-are-now-openfully-funded-for-youth-in-mena","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opportunitiesconnect.com\/?p=41920","title":{"rendered":"Applications for the Tomorrow\u2019s Leaders Program Academic Year 2026-27 are now open(Fully-funded for youth in MENA)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Tomorrow\u2019s Leaders Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State&#8217;s Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI), is now accepting applications for the 2025\u20132026 academic year. This prestigious program offers fully funded undergraduate and graduate scholarships to exceptional students from socioeconomically underserved backgrounds in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>About the Program<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Launched in 2006, the Tomorrow\u2019s Leaders Program equips students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary for effective leadership. Participants study at top American-style universities in the region, such as the American University of Beirut, the American University in Cairo, and the Lebanese American University. These institutions emphasize liberal arts education, fostering critical thinking and creative problem-solving.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond academics, students engage in internships, civic activities, and enrichment workshops, applying their classroom knowledge to real-world challenges. The program also includes a vibrant community, mentorship, and personal development support. Undergraduate participants have the opportunity to study in the U.S. for a semester, broadening their global perspectives. Graduates join a network of over 1,000 alumni making a difference across the MENA region.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>What Does the Program Cover?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tuition and Enrollment Fees<\/strong> (Up to 4 years for undergraduate students, 2 years for graduate students)<\/li>\n<li><strong>University Health Insurance<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Entrance Visa and Residency Permit Fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Student Housing<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Monthly Living Stipend<\/strong> (During TL activities)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Textbook Allowance<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Laptop<\/strong> (For use during the program)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Two Round-Trip Tickets<\/strong> to home country per year<\/li>\n<li><strong>Civic Leadership and Career-Oriented Workshops<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Internship Opportunities<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Faculty Mentorship and Guidance<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Study Abroad Opportunity in the U.S.<\/strong> (Undergraduate students only)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Graduate Assistantships or Research Assistantships<\/strong> (Graduate students only)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Application Timeline<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"151\">\n<p data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"151\"><strong data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"97\">September 16, 2025<\/strong> \u2013 Application opens for the 2026\u20132027 Academic Year<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"210\">\n<p data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"210\"><strong data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"181\">September\u2013November 2025<\/strong> \u2013 Applications remain open<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"259\">\n<p data-start=\"213\" data-end=\"259\"><strong data-start=\"213\" data-end=\"234\">November 25, 2025<\/strong> \u2013 Application deadline<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"260\" data-end=\"324\">\n<p data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"324\"><strong data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"279\">December 2025<\/strong> \u2013 Initial review of submitted applications<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"476\">\n<p data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"476\"><strong data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"343\">January 2026<\/strong> \u2013 Interviews with FHI 360 staff, U.S. Embassy staff, and TL alumni; applicants begin preparing for standardized tests (TOEFL, SAT)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"620\">\n<p data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"620\"><strong data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"502\">February\u2013April 2026<\/strong> \u2013 Applicants notified if forwarded to partner universities; TOEFL and SAT exams completed (if not previously taken)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"715\">\n<p data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"715\"><strong data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"640\">May\u2013July 2026<\/strong> \u2013 Conditional offers from partner universities issued on a rolling basis<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"825\">\n<p data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"825\"><strong data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"736\">June\u2013July 2026<\/strong> \u2013 Online 8-week English intensive offered to applicants with low TOEFL or IELTS scores<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"968\">\n<p data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"968\"><strong data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"843\">August 2026<\/strong> \u2013 Accepted applicants attend Pre-Departure Orientation and Leadership Workshop; Tomorrow\u2019s Leaders depart for universities<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Fields of Study<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<article id=\"post-154\" class=\"post-154 page type-page status-publish hentry\">\n<div class=\"post-inner thin \">\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p>Tomorrow\u2019s Leaders have a wide variety of academic programs that they can pursue at the American University of Beirut, the American University in Cairo, and the Lebanese American University. If your desired degree is not listed below, then it is not available for Tomorrow\u2019s Leaders to enroll in.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-central-palette-1-color has-text-color\"><strong>Undergraduate Programs<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Applicants only need to complete the Tomorrow\u2019s Leaders Program application. Applicants do not need to complete a separate application to our partner universities.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-accordion nobulletlist gb-block-accordion\">\n<details open=\"\">\n<summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">American University of Beirut<\/summary>\n<div class=\"gb-accordion-text\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fafs\/agri\/Pages\/Agribusiness.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Agribusiness<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/Registrar\/catalogue\/Pages\/undergraduate-sams.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Anthropology<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fas\/arabic\/Pages\/UndergraduatePrograms.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Arabic Language and Literature<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fas\/histarc\/Pages\/Archundergraduate.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Archaeology<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fas\/faah\/Pages\/ArtsHistory.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Art History<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fas\/biology\/Pages\/Bachelor.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Biology<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/osb\/UndergradProgram\/Pages\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Business Administration<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fas\/chemistry\/Pages\/UndergraduateProgram.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chemistry<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fas\/cs\/Pages\/cmps_undergraduate.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Computer Science<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fas\/economics\/Pages\/majors.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Economics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fas\/dep\/Pages\/Undergraduate_Programs.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Elementary Education<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fas\/english\/Pages\/undergraduatestudies.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">English Language<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fas\/english\/Pages\/undergraduatestudies.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">English Literature<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fhs\/Pages\/BS-Environmental-Health.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Environmental Health<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fafs\/nfsc\/Pages\/FoodScienceandManagement.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Food Science and Management<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/Registrar\/catalogue\/Pages\/undergraduate-geology.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Geology<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/Registrar\/catalogue\/Pages\/undergraduate-history-archaeology.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">History<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fas\/math\/Pages\/undermath.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mathematics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/Registrar\/catalogue\/Pages\/undergraduate-sams.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Media and C<\/a><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fas\/soam\/media_studies\/Pages\/BA.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ommunication<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/hson\/Pages\/Bachelorofscienceinnursing(BSN).aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nursing<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fafs\/nfsc\/Pages\/NutritionandDietetics.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nutrition and Dietetics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/Registrar\/catalogue\/Pages\/undergraduate-geology.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Petroleum Studies<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fas\/philosophy\/Pages\/undergraduate.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Philosophy<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fas\/physics\/Pages\/undergraduate.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Physics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fas\/pspa\/Pages\/programs.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Political Studies<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fas\/psychology\/Pages\/Bachelor-of-Arts-in-Psychology.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Psychology<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fas\/pspa\/Pages\/programs.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Public Administration<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/Registrar\/catalogue\/Pages\/undergraduate-sams.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sociology<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fas\/dep\/Pages\/Diploma_Programs.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Special Education Diploma<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aub.edu.lb\/fas\/math\/Pages\/stat.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Statistics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/aub.edu.lb\/fas\/dep\/Pages\/Diploma_Programs.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Teaching Diploma<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-accordion nobulletlist gb-block-accordion\">\n<details open=\"\">\n<summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">American University in Cairo<\/summary>\n<div class=\"gb-accordion-text\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/actuarial-science\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Actuarial Science<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/anthropology\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Anthropology<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/arabic-studies\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Arabic Studies<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/biology\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Biology<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/business-and-entrepreneurship\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Business Administration<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/chemistry\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chemistry<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/gapp.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/programs\/undergraduate\/communication-and-media-arts-BA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Communications &amp; Media Arts<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/computer-science\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Computer Science<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/economics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Economics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/egyptology\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Egyptology<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/english-and-comparative-literature\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">English &amp; Comparative Literature<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/film\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Film<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/graphic-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Graphic Design<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/history\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">History<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/political-science-honors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Honors Program in Political Science<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/integrated-marketing-communication\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Integrated Marketing Communication<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/management-information-and-communication-technology\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Management of Information and Communication Technology<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/mathematics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mathematics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/middle-east-studies\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Middle East Studies<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/multimedia-communication-and-journalism\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Multimedia Communications and Journalism<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/music-technology\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Music Technology<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/musical-arts-performance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Musical Arts in Performance<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/philosophy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Philosophy<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/physics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Physics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/political-science\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Political Science<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/psychology\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Psychology<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/sociology\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sociology<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/theatre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Theater<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aucegypt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/visual-arts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visual Arts<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-accordion nobulletlist gb-block-accordion\">\n<details open=\"\">\n<summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">Lebanese American University<\/summary>\n<div class=\"gb-accordion-text\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/soas.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/bs-applied-physics.php\">Applied Physics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/soas.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/bs-bioinformatics.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bioinformatics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/soas.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/bs-biology.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Biology<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/sb.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/bs-business\/accounting.php\">Business \u2013 Accounting<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/sb.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/bs-business\/banking-finance.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Business \u2013 Banking &amp; Finance<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/sb.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/bs-business\/family-entrepreneurial-management.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Business \u2013 Family &amp; Entrepreneurial Business<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/sb.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/bs-business\/international-business.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Business \u2013 International Business<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/sb.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/bs-business\/itm.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Business \u2013 Information Technology Management<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/sb.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/bs-business\/management.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Business \u2013 Management<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/sb.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/bs-business\/marketing.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Business \u2013 Marketing<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/soas.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/bs-chemistry.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chemistry<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/soas.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/ba-communication.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Communication<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/soas.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/bs-computer-science.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Computer Science<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/sb.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/bs-economics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Economics<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/soas.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/ba-english.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">English<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/sard.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/degrees-minors\/bfa-graphic-design\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Graphic Design<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/sard.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/degrees-minors\/bfa-interior-design\/#:~:text=The%20Bachelor%20of%20Fine%20Arts,one%2Dyear%20foundation%20study%20program.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Interior Design<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/soas.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/bs-mathematics.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mathematics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/soas.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/ba-multimedia-journalism.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Multimedia Journalism<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/nursing.lau.edu.lb\/education\/bs-nursing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nursing<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/soas.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/bs-nutrition.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nutrition &amp; Dietetics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/soas.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/bs-nutrition-dietetics-coordinated-program.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nutrition &amp; Dietetics Coordinated Program<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/soas.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/ba-performing-arts.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Performing Arts<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/soas.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/ba-political-science-international-affairs.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Political Science\/International Affairs<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/soas.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/programs\/ba-psychology.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Psychology<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/sard.lau.edu.lb\/academics\/degrees-minors\/bfa-studio-arts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Studio Arts<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"\" 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has-text-color\">Undergraduate Program<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Current high school seniors or applicants who graduated from high school in 2025.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Applicants from Iraq, Libya, Syria, West Bank\/Gaza, and Yemen who graduated high school in 2024 are also eligible.<\/li>\n<li>Current high school seniors must maintain their high academic achievement and pass their leaving\u00a0exam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Strong academic credentials.<\/li>\n<li>Maturity, adaptability, and leadership potential.<\/li>\n<li>Demonstrate proficiency in written and spoken English. Minimum TOEFL iBT score of 80, received within two years of admission date (August 2026).<\/li>\n<li>Ability to travel and start their undergraduate program in August 2026.<\/li>\n<li>Demonstrate financial need. Applicants should be economically deserving students and should provide supporting financial documentation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>For more information about the program, eligibility, and the application process,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomorrowsleadersprogram.org\/frequently-asked-questions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> please visit the program\u2019s FAQ section.<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Apply Now<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/fhi360.govfa.net\/wf\/eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJ3b3JrZmxvd1Nlc3Npb25JZCI6ImMyZDFhNjBkLWMwYWQtNDc1My1hZDdlLWU0ODU0YjYzMzQ1ZCIsIm5vbmNlIjoicXl5VE54Sk03akU2TDhZdkR5WG9Rcks3bldaYmR5WGYlM0FhNGY1ZGI2ZDE3OWU4Y2JmYjFiNTNmYWFjZWYyMWJhYiIsImV2ZW50IjoiZm9ybS52aWV3LmRpc3BsYXkiLCJleHBpcmVzIjoxNzU4NzgyNDE4fQ.TTfbra_crD6t1KET4uV6gnfqPf0R2jCtQQKUHU-kiT4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Applications for the Tomorrow\u2019s Leaders Program for the 2025\u20132026 academic year are open.<\/a> Don\u2019t miss this opportunity to become a future leader in the MENA region.?<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomorrowsleadersprogram.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">APPLY NOW OR FIND MORE INFO HERE\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Tomorrow\u2019s Leaders Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State&#8217;s Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI), is now accepting applications for the 2025\u20132026 academic year. 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