Yale Young African 2024 Scholars Programme Study in USA
A unique chance awaits young Africans eager for quality education and training. They can now apply for the 2024 Yale Young African Scholars (YYAS) Programme, which will be held in the United States of America.
YYAS stands as a comprehensive academic and enrichment initiative designed to assist secondary school students in Africa. The program caters to those planning to pursue higher education and individuals aspiring to make a significant leadership impact during their youth.
The Yale Young African Scholars (YYAS) Programme offers a unique and intensive academic experience for secondary school students in Africa. Geared towards those aspiring to pursue higher education and make a positive impact as young leaders, YYAS provides a platform for personal and intellectual growth. The application process involves completing an online form, submitting an official transcript, and obtaining a teacher recommendation. Aspiring participants go through a meticulous step-by-step application procedure, ensuring eligibility and completeness. YYAS serves as a catalyst for educational empowerment and leadership development among the youth in Africa, fostering a community of motivated individuals poised to contribute meaningfully to their societies.
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Scholarship Summary:
Scholarship Sponsor(s): Yale University
Scholarship to be taken at: United States of America
Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
Scholarship level: Undergraduate
Scholarship Benefits: Tuition free, meals and accommodation provision
Subject Eligibility: All fields of study.
Nationality: Africans
Requirement and Eligibility Criteria for the Yale Young African Scholars Programme:
- Be at least 14 years old by application deadline in order to be considered. Please note that a typical YYAS student is between the ages of 15 and 18.
- Be able to participate in a rigorous academic curriculum conducted in English.
- Be a citizen or permanent resident of an African country. Applications will also be accepted from refugees living in an African country.
- Be currently attend school in an African country.
- Be a current 11th grade student (or the international equivalent).
- If you attend school in the Northern Hemisphere, you must be graduating secondary school by latest May/June 2024. If you attend school in the Southern Hemisphere, you must be graduating secondary school by earliest November/December 2023 and no later than November/December 2024.
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Application Procedures for the Yale Young African Scholars Programme (How to Apply):
Prospective candidates for the 2024 Yale Young African Scholars Programme should adhere to the following application guidelines. Ensure the attachment of an official transcript of grade reports and a recommendation from the applicant’s teacher.
Application Requirements:
- Completed application form – Accessible online, the form must be completed by the applicant. It includes a 500-word essay, two short responses, and details about extracurricular activities and the current school.
- Official transcript or grade report(s).
- One (1) teacher recommendation – The recommendation is submitted through the Online Recommendation Form, sent to the teacher’s email after the student provides their contact details.
Steps to Apply: Step 1: Review and confirm eligibility for YYAS. Step 2: Examine the required components of the YYAS application. Step 3: Study a PDF of a sample blank application and start preparing answers to application questions. Step 4: Provide contact information for a parent/guardian, teacher, or school official. Review the sample blank application with them and gather necessary information.
Complete the Application: Step 5: Click “APPLY NOW” to initiate your YYAS application. Record your email and password for future access. Complete and submit the application before the deadline. Step 6: Check the “Review” page for any missing components and revisit relevant pages for additional information. Step 7: Once the application is complete, go to the “Review” page, then click “Submit Application” at the bottom. Step 8: Check your inbox for a YYAS confirmation receipt, confirming the successful submission of your application.
Application Deadline: 10 November 2023
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