ScholarShips

 

ScholarShips

The Near East, South Asia, and Sub-Saharan Africa Undergraduate Exchange Program (NESA UGRAD) is a part of the Global Undergraduate Exchange Program (Global UGRAD Program), a scholarship program managed by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs for emerging student leaders from underrepresented sectors around the world. Launched in 2007, NESA UGRAD originally provided a substantive exchange experience for emerging student leaders from underrepresented sectors of the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia for one year of undergraduate, non-degree studies at a diverse network of accredited two-and four-year U.S. colleges and universities. Since 2007, over 500 students from more than 17 countries and locales have participated in the NESA UGRAD Program. Participant Eligibility NESA UGRAD is a merit-based competition. Applicants must be a citizen, national or permanent resident qualified to hold a valid passport issued by the country from which they apply. Applicants must be full-time students between the ages of 18 and 25 and be in good academic standing. Applicants should be proficient in written and spoken English. Students from diverse backgrounds and/or underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants should have a desire to participate in community service activities. Students must return to their home country after completion of the program. Host Institution Participation In 2012-2013, U.S. colleges and universities in 23 states welcomed over 95 NESA UGRAD participants. Host universities span the U.S. and include community colleges, small liberal arts institutions, state universities and minority-serving institutions. Host advisors on campus provide significant support to NESA UGRAD participants, assisting with cultural adjustment, academics, and professional guidance as participants integrate into campus and local communities. Award Benefits and Requirements Participants are actively engaged on and off campus. They take part in cultural enrichment activities throughout the year and experience various aspects of American life and local communities. They complete 20 hours of community service during the first term. Participants completing a full academic year program must complete an internship in their field of study during the second semester. Participants receive tuition and fees, campus housing, a meal plan, support for pre-approved cultural activities and a modest monthly stipend. Students interested in applying should download the following froms: Applicationform (PDF 695 kb) Recommendation form (PDF 82 kb) Supplemental form (PDF 107 kb) Filled out applications can be sent to AmmanExchanges@state.gov. A check list of the required supporting documents is included in the Supplemental form. DEADLINE: February 24, 2013 For general information about the Global UGRAD Program please visit the Global Undergraduate Exchange Program page.