The American University is a private institution founded in 1893 and has eight schools and colleges located in Washington, D.C. With 72 bachelor’s degrees, 86 master’s degrees, and 11 doctoral degrees, as well as JD, LLM, and SJD programs, the American University Students are the most politically active in the nation.
About The Scholarship:
Host University: American University, Washington DC
Host Country: USA
Study Level: Any undergraduate study offered at the University
Number of Scholarships: One (1) scholarship.
Eligible Countries: International Students
Subjects available: All Subjects
Application Deadline: 15 Dec 2023/15 Jan 2024 (annual).
The American University offers the Emerging Global Leader Scholarship to outstanding students from all
over the world who want to continue their Bachelor’s Degree in the US.
Scholarship Benefits
The Scholarship covers:
- All billable University costs: full tuition, room and board.
- Mandatory health insurance, books, airline tickets and miscellaneous expenses are not covered by the
scholarship. - The scholarship is renewable based on continued excellent academic performance.
Requirements for Applicants:
- Applicants should not be U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or dual citizens of the U.S. and another
country. - International students from underprivileged global and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Students who have overcome various obstacles and difficulties.
- Minimum 3.8 GPA equivalent for 9th-12th grades.
- Demonstrated dedication to management and leadership, volunteerism, community service, and
contributing to meeting people’s needs in their home country. - Currently registered in secondary/high school and graduated by June 2023.
Applicants NOT considered for the scholarship:
- U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or dual citizens of the U.S. and another country.
- Already registered or started any post-secondary program at a different university in their home country
or the United States. - Graduated secondary school earlier than 2021.
How to Apply:
To apply for the American University Emerging Global Leader Scholarship:
Submit the AU EGLS application, Common or Coalition Application, and international admissions process
by December 15, 2023, or by January 15, 2024, at the latest. American University Emerging Global Leader applicants must apply Regular Decision for fall (August) 2024.
English Language Proficiency Requirements:
English language proficiency test scores required:
95+ TOEFL iBT (all subscores must be 20 or above)
Sub-scores of 24+ on the paper-based TOEFL (Taken after May 31, 2017)
7.0+ IELTS (all subscores must be 6.0 or above)
33 minimum SAT Reading Subscore
29 minimum ACT English
65 minimum PTE
120+ Duolingo (all subscores must be 110 or above)
Cambridge Assessment English score of 185 or higher. Each sub-score must be 169 or higher.
Official Website:
For more details and the application form, please visit the official website
http://www.american.edu/admissions/international/egls.cfm
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