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EDU-SYRIA Programme is a series of EU-funded projects via the EU Regional Trust Fund (EUTF) in response to the Syrian crisis, directed and managed by the German Jordanian University in Jordan. The programme provides higher education and training scholarships to Syrian refugees and underprivileged Jordanian youth to improve their livelihood by being self-sufficient. The current EDUSYRIA phase, 15 million Euros, has been awarding 2,245 scholarships through eight Actions/Components that are implemented by a consortium of 9 national and international, academic and NGO partners. Among the consortium partners is NUFFIC, an international Dutch organization for the internationalization in education. NUFFICs’ global …
After completing my bachelor’s degree, pursuing a master’s abroad felt like an impossible dream — one that required resources and opportunities far beyond my reach. The EDU-SYRIA scholarship changed everything. Being accepted in 2016 was a turning point that restored my hope and opened doors I never thought possible. More than financial support, it gave me the confidence to pursue ambitions I had long set aside. A highlight of my journey was a student exchange at Friedrich-Alexander University in Germany through Erasmus+ in 2017. Traveling alone for the first time was daunting, but it became a lesson in self-discovery — …
After the war tore apart my country, I felt uncertain about my future and struggled to hold onto hope. Receiving the EDU-SYRIA scholarship was more than financial support for me — it was a lifeline that gave me the chance to continue my education and pursue my passion for software engineering. Throughout my journey, I worked hard to overcome every challenge. I graduated among the top students in my class and had the opportunity to work on an innovative graduation project that was recognized as one of the highest-rated projects among participants. Later, I continued building my career by mentoring …
High School Summer Program (HSSP) 2026 EDU-SYRIA, funded by the European Union and managed by the German Jordanian University, is now accepting registrations for the Fourth High School Summer Program (HSSP 2026) for refugee students at Zaatari camp.Program Objectives:
Empowering Futures: Skill Development Programs for Resilient Communities I.Overview The Empowering Futures: Skill Development Programs for Resilient Communities initiative aims to foster resilience and adaptability in individuals and communities facing various challenges, particularly for Syrian refugees and underserved Jordanians. We invite candidates to propose innovative programs that contribute to this vision by equipping individuals with essential skills for the evolving job market. Proposals should focus on enhancing employability, promoting lifelong learning, and strengthening community capacity. Aim Our goal is to empower individuals from diverse backgrounds by providing them with the necessary skills to thrive economically and socially, thereby building resilient …
Around 200 students gathered for EDU-SYRIA annual Ramadan Iftar, organized under the patronage of the European Union Ambassador to Jordan. The evening highlighted the impact of the EU-funded EDU-SYRIA programme, which has empowered more than 5,000 graduates to pursue higher education and brighter futures with a total investment of €37.6 million and an additional €9 million forthcoming, the European Union continues to champion education as a powerful driver of stability and growth in Jordan and Syria. Through the collaboration of the German Jordanian University and its partners, Edu- Syria goes beyond scholarships, bridging students to meaningful employment pathways and contributing …
Amman, Jordan – His Excellency the President of the Federal Republic of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, visited the German Jordanian University (GJU) as part of his official engagements in Jordan, where he met with the EDU-SYRIA project team and a group of students benefiting from the program. During the visit, President Steinmeier was introduced to the EDU-SYRIA initiative, a flagship higher education program supported by the European Union and implemented by GJU in partnership with national and international institutions. The project aims to expand access to quality higher education for refugee and vulnerable youth, empowering them through academic opportunities and skills …
On Wednesday, 11 February 2026, an information session was held in cooperation with the JICA Japanese Scholarship to introduce graduates to the application process for the Master’s degree scholarship. The session was delivered by Ms. Rawan Al-Salhi, JICA Scholarship Coordinator in Jordan, who provided a comprehensive overview of the eligibility criteria, application procedures, and the different stages of the selection process. Graduates of the program were invited to attend the session, which was held in the presence of Mr. Ibrahim Al-Hariri, EDU-SYRIA Advisor at Zarqa University. He emphasized the importance of such academic opportunities in supporting graduates’ professional development and …
The EDU-SYRIA Scholarship Program organized an academic gathering for bachelor’s degree students at Zarqa University on Monday, December 22, 2025, at the university’s Conference Hall. The meeting was conducted in one session and was attended by approximately 150 students benefiting from the scholarship. The gathering was attended by members of the academic team, including Prof. Ala’ Khalifa, Academic Supervisor and Head of the Academic Committee, and Mr. Ibrahim Al-Hariri, Academic Advisor of the EDU-SYRIA Program at Zarqa University. The meeting opened with a welcoming speech delivered by Mr. Ibrahim Al-Hariri, who provided an overview of the project’s recent progress at …
