Applications are invited from suitably qualified students from Tunisia for the Thomas Jefferson Scholarship 2024-2025 which provides opportunities for full-time, undergraduate, university/institute students from Tunisia to spend one academic year of non degree study at a U.S. university or college.
The scholarship seeks to equip a network of youths with essential skills to lead positive change in their fields and communities through academic opportunities, professional engagement, and leadership development to foster economic growth, stability, and democratic development.
Facts About Thomas Jefferson Scholarship
- Life-Changing Experience: The Thomas Jefferson Scholarship has empowered over 1,000 Tunisian students since its inception, fostering a network of leaders driving positive change.
- Global Reach: Scholars study at top-ranked U.S. universities, such as Harvard, Stanford, and UC Berkeley.
- Leadership Development: Scholars engage in professional internships, community service, and cultural immersion to enhance their leadership skills.
- Academic Excellence: Scholars maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA to ensure academic success.
- Cultural Exchange: Scholars participate in cultural events, sharing Tunisian customs and traditions with American communities.
- Alumni Network: Scholars join a vibrant alumni community, connecting with fellow leaders and change-makers.
- Economic Impact: Scholars contribute to Tunisia’s economic growth by applying skills and knowledge gained during the program.
- Democracy Promotion: The scholarship supports democratic development in Tunisia by empowering future leaders.
- Language Skills: Scholars improve their English proficiency through intensive language training.
- Fully Funded: The scholarship covers tuition, living expenses, and travel costs, ensuring scholars focus on their academic and personal growth.
Eligibility Criteria For Thomas Jefferson Scholarship for Tunisians 2025
To be eligible for the Thomas Jefferson Scholarship for Tunisians 2024, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Is a Tunisian citizen;
- Currently resides in Tunisia;
- Is enrolled as a full-time, undergraduate, university/institute student in good academic standing at the time of application at a registered academic institution in Tunisia;
- Is NOT in the final year of their undergraduate program at the time of application. Architecture students are eligible in their first, second, third, fourth, or fifth year of study. Engineering students are eligible in their first or second year (preparatory classes), and third and fourth year of undergraduate study.
- Is able to receive a U.S. J-1 visa;
- Is at least 18 years old by July 1, 2025;
- Is committed to returning to Tunisia after completion of the program;
- Is able to achieve a TOEFL score of at least 500; and
- Completes the academic year prior to study in the United States in good standing with a passing average (a.k.a. moyenne générale).
How To Apply For Thomas Jefferson Scholarship for Tunisians 2025
Interested applicants for the Thomas Jefferson Scholarship for Tunisians are to complete an online application and provide all the required documents on or before 4 December, 2024