In light of the disaster that struck Beirut last month, the American University of Armenia (AUA), a private and independent university in Yerevan, has established an emergency fund for Lebanese students who have been affected by the explosion.
The university was quick to act after the blast, contacting the Manoogian Simone Foundation to create an emergency fund in support of affected students.
Students currently enrolled in any of AUA’s bachelor’s, master’s, and certificate programs are eligible to apply for support.
This includes those who have already been part of financial aid programs and receiving financial support.
For the upcoming Fall 2020 semester, AUA has already provided 16 students with scholarships.
In addition to providing support for students currently studying at AUA, the university is opening an opportunity for future applicants to the aforementioned programs from Lebanon.
This means that applicants from Lebanon who apply for a bachelor’s, master’s, or certificate programs and are admitted to study at AUA may be granted scholarships.
Students who apply for transfer (Spring 2021) and for the next admission cycle (Fall 2021) are also eligible to benefit from the emergency fund.
Not only will AUA be providing financial assistance for Lebanese students affected by the blast to cover their tuition fees but also to cover accommodation in its dormitories for those who demonstrate need and are qualified to benefit.
In light of the disaster that struck Beirut last month, the American University of Armenia (AUA), a private and independent university in Yerevan, has established an emergency fund for Lebanese students who have been affected by the explosion.