Cairo University's council, led by President Dr. Mohamed Sami Abdel Sadek, has decided to expand its social support for students by covering full tuition fees for eligible students who are unable to pay. This move aims to promote social welfare and prevent students from dropping out due to financial difficulties. The decision also includes support for students residing in university cities, covering accommodation and food expenses for six months from December to May.
The initiative is part of Cairo University's efforts to enhance its social welfare system and alleviate the financial burden on students and their families. Dr. Abdel Sadek emphasized that the university considers social welfare as an essential part of its responsibility towards its students. He stated that the university does not want any eligible student to struggle with tuition fees or have their education hindered due to financial constraints.
The support provided by Cairo University includes covering full tuition fees for eligible students and accommodation and food expenses for those residing in university cities. The university has established clear mechanisms for directing support to eligible students, including studying cases based on transparent and objective criteria. This ensures that resources from the social welfare fund reach the most needy students and achieve maximum benefit from available resources.
Eligible students who benefit from the social welfare system include those from low-income families, orphans, and those receiving social security benefits or participating in the Takaful and Karama program. The university also considers cases related to chronic illnesses of the student or their dependents, as well as cases of parental migration or divorce. These cases are evaluated based on specific conditions and regulations.
Cairo University's President emphasized that supporting students goes beyond just covering tuition fees, but also involves providing a broader support system to improve the student experience. He stressed that the university will continue to review and develop its social welfare system according to the actual needs of its students.
Dr. Ahmed Rajab, Vice President of the University for Education and Student Affairs, clarified that the university has established clear mechanisms for benefiting from support. Students must submit an application to the Social Welfare Administration, providing required documents to support their social and economic status. The administration then studies the application, conducts social research, and verifies that the student meets the required conditions.
The university's efforts aim to provide a stable and supportive environment for students to focus on their studies and build their future. By covering tuition fees and providing additional support, Cairo University demonstrates its commitment to its students' well-being and success.
Key points
- Cairo University to cover full tuition fees for eligible students.
- Support includes accommodation and food expenses for students in university cities.
- University aims to promote social welfare and prevent students from dropping out due to financial difficulties.
