Study Abroad Scholarship for Area Youth
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Michigan Diversity “Summer” Study Abroad Scholarship
Today’s students must become “global” citizens in order to have opportunities to advance in life and to understand the world around us. To enable diversity students in the Metro Detroit area to have this opportunity, AFS Intercultural Programs is offering a $3500. scholarship toward one of AFS’s many summer programs. With deadlines fast approaching, call Ann Steglich, an AFS volunteer, at 248-540-0144 for details.
Who can apply?
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- A student interested in learning and living another culture
- A student who is between the ages of 15-18, have a 2.8 GPA, and is in good mental and physical health
- A student who will be a good youth ambassador for the USA and currently lives in the Metro Detroit area
When and How to apply?
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- Now is the time to apply! Michigan Diversity scholarship is a need and merit based scholarship for students in the Metro Detroit area only.
- Go to AFS/USA’s website at www.afs.org/usa to start the process. All summer programs are listed and described on the AFS/USA website.
- DEADLINES ARE FAST APPROACHING!!!
- Student and financial aid applications for this scholarship are available on the AFS website.
Why study abroad?
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- To open your mind and look at the world differently. Experiences you have cannot be found in a book
- Colleges and the business world will find students with an abroad experience more attractive applicants
- Learn and live another culture as you begin to learn another language
- Learn how to make wise decisions and become an expert in problem solving
- Develop communications skills
- Discover who you really are, what values are most important to you, and build your self confidence
- Make new and long lasting friends from around the world. Have a second family to share your life with. Begin networking for the future.
Questions?
Contact Ann Steglich, AFS’s local volunteer, at 248-540-0144 or e-mail asteglich@comcast.net
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