Student support
Within the framework of the social responsibility undertaken by the Academy, not only towards its sons and daughters, male and female students, but towards the local, regional and Arab community, the Academy always plays a supportive role for the parents of students who are financially distressed and unable to fulfill their full academic entitlements.
Specifically for this purpose, His Excellency Professor Dr., President of the Academy, directed the establishment of the Student Support Department in the Deanship of Student Affairs to receive, study and decide on these cases through the social support and case study committees so that it is possible for all students to regularly study and register courses and to focus their full focus on the educational process and academic and scholastic achievement.
Expatriates Affairs:
In order to facilitate the Academy’s international students of all nationalities, the Student Support and Expatriate Affairs Department is pleased to represent them in submitting documents for obtaining legal residency within the Arab Republic of Egypt to the Passports, Immigration and Nationality Department, provided that:
1- The student must have completed all course registration procedures
2- The student must be a resident of the academy’s boarding house
3- Submit a valid passport and academic registration certificate to the officials of the Student Support and Expatriates Affairs Department.
Bottom Financial Quintile Student Support:
The Academy upholds the value of equitable and inclusive education for all student demographics, with particular emphasis on low-income, financially distressed, and vulnerable populations.
To achieve poverty reduction, social protection, and educational empowerment, AASTMT has established specific, measurable, and sustainable objectives that foster economic inclusion, human capital development, and social mobility. These objectives include:
Enhancing graduation and retention rates among students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds through fully or partially funded scholarships, financial-aid schemes, and poverty-alleviation initiatives designed to cover tuition and related academic expenses.
Providing holistic social support, psychological counseling, and academic mentoring to strengthen student resilience, address material deprivation, and overcome barriers that perpetuate the cycle of poverty.
The Student Support Department, under the Deanship of Student Affairs, systematically monitors, evaluates, and follows up on the progress of these students to ensure sustained enrollment, academic achievement, and social empowerment. Each case is assessed individually, allowing for full or partial financial assistance, complemented by moral, emotional, and institutional support from college deans, department heads, support teams, the Deanery of Admission and Registration, and the Deanery of Student Affairs.
Through these comprehensive anti-poverty programs, AASTMT actively contributes to the eradication of poverty, the reduction of inequalities, and the promotion of inclusive, equitable, and sustainable development. By empowering undergraduate and postgraduate students from poverty-affected and marginalized communities, the Academy strengthens social justice, enhances economic resilience, and advances the transformative vision of SDG 1 – ending poverty in all its dimensions through inclusive education and lifelong empowerment.
Low-income Student Support:
The Dean of Student Affairs oversees the administration of these support mechanisms in coordination with the Housing, Catering, and Social Services Departments within the Academy.
Areas of support include the following:
Subsidized Housing: Allocation of residential units within university housing complexes at nominal fees for students facing financial difficulties, with the possibility of full exemption in exceptional social circumstances following evaluation by a specialized committee.
Food and Nutrition Support: Provision of subsidized or free meals for students residing in university housing who come from low-income backgrounds, thereby ensuring access to essential nutrition throughout their academic studies.
Financial Assistance: Granting exceptional financial aid to students who are unable to meet their academic obligations, subject to review and approval by the Student Affairs Administration in coordination with the Financial Department.
Transportation Services: Providing subsidized public transportation options for students residing in areas distant from the main academic campus located in Alexandria Governorate.
Legal and Social Services: Offering legal and social counseling to students through the Student Investigation Department to ensure their protection and support in overcoming personal or academic challenges that may hinder their educational Bottom Financial
Bottom Financial Quintile Student Support:
The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) allocates substantial resources to enhance opportunities for students from low-income backgrounds through a wide range of ongoing programs and initiatives designed to promote educational equity and ensure that students can pursue their academic goals without facing financial or social barriers. These programs are supervised by the Dean of Student Affairs in coordination with the relevant administrative departments. Among the most notable initiatives are the following:
1. Annual Financial Assistance Program:
This program is administered by a specialized committee responsible for assessing the students’ social and financial circumstances. Partial or full tuition fee reductions may be granted to students who are determined to be financially disadvantaged, following a review of the submitted documentation.
2. “Students First” Initiative:
This initiative is designed to support students facing financial and academic challenges by facilitating installment-based tuition payment options and providing continuous psychological and academic support to minimize the risk of student dropout.
3. Housing and Living Support:
Targeted discounts are offered to financially disadvantaged students residing in
university housing, covering both accommodation and daily meals, with the possibility
of full exemption in specific social circumstances.
4. Social Scholarships:
The Academy offers either partial or full scholarships based on an assessment of family
income and academic merit to ensure equal opportunities for all students.
5. Social and Psychological Support Services:
The Psychological and Social Counseling Unit, operating under the Deanship of Student
Affairs, provides continuous support services aimed at monitoring and assisting students
who face financial or psychological difficulties, ensuring their successful progression
throughout their academic programs.
Low-income Countries Student Support:
The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) is committed to fulfilling its regional mission of promoting educational advancement across Arab and African countries characterized by low or lower-middle income levels. This commitment is realized through a range of scholarships and programs specifically designed for international students, thereby facilitating their access to high-quality higher education free from financial barriers.
The Dean of Student Affairs, in collaboration with the Scholarships and International Relations Department, oversees the implementation of these initiatives, which include the following:
1. Comprehensive Scholarship Program for African and Arab Students:
AASTMT annually allocates a limited number of full scholarships for students from economically disadvantaged Arab and African countries. These scholarships cover tuition fees, accommodation, and living expenses for the full duration of study.
2. Collaborative Scholarships with the League of Arab States and Regional Organizations:
Full or partial scholarships are offered in partnership with the League of Arab States, the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), and the African Union to support outstanding students from the least developed member countries.
3. International Student Assistance Initiative:
This initiative provides partial tuition exemptions and access to university housing facilities for students coming from countries affected by economic instability or conflict.
4. Joint Research Scholarships:
These scholarships are awarded to postgraduate students from developing countries to support applied research endeavors in fields such as maritime studies, engineering, and technology, with the goal of enhancing capacity building in their home countries.
5. Social Assistance for International Students:
Through the Student Support and International Student Affairs Units under the Deanship of Student Affairs, emergency aid is provided when necessary to ensure that students can continue their studies without disruption.
To communicate and follow up:-
karim K. El-Tahan - Head of Student Support & Expitrats Dep
