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The APSA Scholarship Fund
The APSA Global organization has empowered over 400 high school students through study abroad programs since 2008, providing them with valuable skills and experiences. They offer various scholarships, including need-based and merit-based, to support youth from diverse backgrounds, especially those in underserved communities. The organization emphasizes ongoing mentorship and community involvement to foster cross-cultural awareness and personal growth among participants.
The APSA Scholarship Fund
- 1. www.apsaglobal.org! “Uniting and EmpoweringAmerican Youth through Study Abroad” SCHOLARSHIP FUND The beginning of an APSA Scholar’s journey!
- 2. Since 2008, wehave empowered over 400 youth with the global skills, experiences and connections that can give them a competitive head start. !! Our intensive study abroad programs are designed for a diverse group of high school students who would not otherwise have the opportunity to travel abroad. Each program integrates cross-cultural awareness, personal and professional development, as well as academic and career exposure while the students immerse themselves in a new country, language and culture. ! !! Changing lives through Study Abroad
- 3. An APSA Scholar’sJourney Pre-program! Mentoring! First-hand, immersive ! global experience! Post-program! Mentoring! Participate in the chosen APSA Program 3 Join the Alumni Professional Development Network Career! Opportunities! Academic ! Resources! Ongoing ! Mentorship! Alumni Grants & Scholarships! 4 Choose an APSA Program & apply for an APSA Scholarship 1Partial Scholarships: Open to youth from all backgrounds and regions of the US! Full Scholarships: Open to youth from partner schools in underserved communities! Be selected & awarded an APSA Scholarship 2APSA’s selection committee reviews all applications and awards the finalists their scholarships. Scholars then begin the admission process for their particular APSA program.!
- 5. 2018 Scholarship Details GlobalCitizen! Scholarship ! Global Youth! Scholarship! APSA Scholarship! $3000 $1000 - $4000* $5000 $7500 Awarded to APSA Alumni to support their study abroad and global career goals. Merit based scholarships awarded to selected students. *Scholarships may vary based on financial need and availability of funds. Awarded to selected students from our partner schools and organizations based in underserved communities. Awarded to selected students with physical disabilities that would require assistance travelling abroad. Partial Scholarship: Subsidizes the cost of additional study abroad programs / international internships ! Partial Scholarship: ! Awarded to outstanding youth based on their demonstrated financial need. ! Full Scholarship: ! Students who are enrolled in free/reduced lunch programs. Covers all program costs, including international travel and personal expenses. ! Full Scholarship:! Covers all program costs, including international travel and any required assistance abroad.! Can be designated to a specific Alumni who has already been accepted into another study abroad program/global internship by the donor.! Can be designated to a specific APSA program and/or region of the US by the donor. ! Can be designated to a specific APSA program, region and/or School Partner by the donor. ! Can be designated to a specific APSA program by the donor. ! (1-2 scholarships per program)!
- 6. 100% of ScholarshipFund contributions directly support youth who require financial assistance in order to study abroad. Scholarship Fund Donor Levels Igniters give $50 - $250/year Helping us reach more youth across the US Youth Champions give $300 - $1500/year Providing valuable mentorship to our Scholars Life-Changers give $2000 - $7500/year Directly supporting one Scholar’s global education experience abroad Americans Promoting Study Abroad! Washington, DC | New York, NY! 501(c)3 EIN 27-0352649! Donation Inquiries: Jennifer De Rose! Executive Director! donors@apsaglobal.org! Direct Student Impact www.apsaglobal.org! Make an Online Dona,on today
- 7. Approximate cost perstudent: $4000 - $5000* *All APSA Program costs including international flights APSA Program Cost Breakdown International Flights 24% Partner University Dorm 12% Healthy Meals 14% Professional Language / Dance Instruction 24% Culture, Academic & Career Activities 26% Student Feedback: 70% of APSA Alumni have continued studying Chinese after the China Scholars program. 95% of APSA Alumni say their own cultural awareness and interest in China increased as a result of the program. “The APSA program was the turning point of my academic career. Not only did I catch the travel bug, but I fell in love with the Chinese language. This program influenced my choice to pursue a major in international politics at Georgetown University and continue my Chinese studies. Because of APSA I am where I am today and am proud to call myself an APSA Alumni” Benjamin Brooks, 2010 APSA Scholar
- 8. Our Impact Network OurImpact Network is a community of diverse and vibrant people, socially responsible corporations and organizations across the US and around the world who value inclusiveness and cross-cultural collaboration. ! As an “impact member” you become a valued part of our giving community and will be updated with inspiring stories from our programs and receive highlights from our Scholars’ individual journeys. The impact that we achieve together each year is as diverse and unique as the students we serve. ! Thank youMedium Instagram Facebook YouTube LinkedIn Twitter
- 9. Join our networkof dedicated APSA advisors, mentors, advocates and donors who are committed to transforming young lives through studying abroad Langston Smith Ben Hart Ken Jarret Mike Dardzinski Ted DeanJean-Claude Brizzard Robert Roche Cynthia NingJennifer De RoseJames Vena
- 10. APSA programs havebeen generously supported by: Our mission is made possible with the help of our program partners: