Request for Information (RFI) and Expression of Interest (EOI) on USAID/Burma Higher Education Scholarship Program Activity

The USAID Mission to Burma published a Request for Information (RFI) and Expression of Interest (EOI) seeking input from potential partners to inform the design of a new Higher Education Scholarship Program Activity. Over five years, the activity aims to increase access to inclusive higher education for Burmese youth through scholarship opportunities.

The RFI provides potential partners until September 30, 2022 to respond to questions that will help shape the new activity. Questions focus on risks supporting HE students, barriers for Burmese students studying abroad, relevant HEI programs in Southeast Asia and Burma, recruiting and preparing scholars, diversity and inclusion, English language support, involvement of U.S. HEIs and diaspora groups, hybrid learning options, roles for private Burmese universities and NGOs, opportunities for scholars to give back, and other considerations. Eligible respondents include organizations with experience supporting HE students or managing scholarship programs. Insights will be used to design an activity increasing access to inclusive higher education through scholarship opportunities for Burmese youth.