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Apply for an International Academic Scholarship

The decision to follow an undergraduate career in the USA is a very important decision in your life. That’s why we want to know everything about your interests and wishes, to make sure you have the best time in the USA.

You can apply all year round, but our deadline is 2 months before the start of the semester you want to start following courses.

  1. Contact us via phone or by filling in our online enquiry form. We will then check if you are eligible for the programme and give you specific information as soon as possible.
  2. We will contact you and send you our contract and application form. You will have to return this form together with a deposit of £150 and the following documents:
    • Medical release letter (ie medical certificate as well as a photocopy of a document specifying all vaccinations received & up to three sentences by a medical practitioner certifying that you are able to study abroad and generally in good health)
    • Present curriculum vitae (resume) indicating academic and extra-curricular activities (sports, arts, or others)
    • A level and /or International Baccaluareate (IB) certificate (original or certified copy) and for those wanting to transfer from a UK higher educational establishment, an authenticated record of University credits earned.
    • SAT test results. Many of our participating institution require SAT test results. Learn more about SAT
    • Secondary School grade average (per year and cumulative)
    • Two letters of recommendation from a teacher at your Secondary School (or equivalent) or a professor from your higher education college (from whom you are transferring credits).
    • Personal essay including the following items (maximum of two pages):
      • Why do I feel I deserve a scholarship?
      • What are my objectives in the USA?
      • What are my plans after completing my education?
  3. After receiving your student file we will contact you for a counselling interview and we will send all your information to the our partner office in the USA.
  4. After the interview you will have to pay the remainder of the balance.
  5. Within 30 days of receiving your student file we will forward your scholarship offers.
  6. You have to confirm receipt of the information and have 20 days to select your scholarship.
  7. We will notify our USA office of your choice and put them in touch with you directly. They will guide you through the admissions process and help you with your visa application.

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