Thomas Jefferson Tunisia Undergraduate Scholarship Program (UGRAD) 2023/2024 for young Tunisians to study in USA (Fully Funded)

Thomas Jefferson Tunisia UGRAD Scholarship

Thomas Jefferson Tunisia Undergraduate Scholarship Program (UGRAD) 2023/2024 for young Tunisians to study in USA (Fully Funded) – Opportunities are now available for Tunisians who wishes to study in The United States of America on a fully funded scholarship. See below for all you need to know.

Thomas Jefferson Tunisia UGRAD Scholarship 2023/2024 for young Tunisians to study in USA

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The Thomas Jefferson Scholarship Program 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.

Through academic opportunities, professional engagement, and leadership development, the Thomas Jefferson Scholarship Program (TJSP) fosters economic growth, stability, and democratic development in Tunisia by equipping a network of youth with essential skills to lead positive change in their professional fields and communities.

Eligibility Requirements

Competition for the Thomas Jefferson Scholarship Program is merit-based and open to anyone who:

is a Tunisian citizen;
currently resides in Tunisia;
NOT in the final year of their undergraduate program at the time of application
- Architecture students are eligible in their first, second, third, or fourth 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; and
completes the academic year prior to study in the United States in good standing with a passing average (a.k.a. moyenne générale).

Project Activities

Undergraduate study and skills building: Participants attend a year-long, academic program at four-year colleges and universities in the United States. Throughout the program, participants receive tailored support in developing and meeting professional. Academic, and leadership goals and improving their soft skills.
Community and cultural engagement: Students contribute a minimum of 20 hours of community service work during the program. They also engage in in-person and virtual cultural exchange opportunities between Tunisians and Americans.
Internships: Fellows complete part-time internships in their field of study, gaining experience in the American workplace. Strengthening workplace readiness skills, and developing relationships with local businesses, governments, and organizations.
Alumni engagement: Alumni continue to develop their workforce skills, support innovation and entrepreneurship in Tunisia, and maintain networks forged through the program.

How to apply

Applicants must fill out all required sections of the application and provide contact information for two references online. Reference 1 and reference 2 must be completed by two different individuals. Who can speak to your suitability as a potential scholarship recipient. References may be provided by professors, advisors, managers, mentors, etc.

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