Deadline: 31 March 2016
The Yale University is seeking applications for The Yale Young African Scholars Program (YYAS), which is designed for African secondary school students who have the talent, drive, energy, and ideas to make meaningful impacts as young leaders, even before they begin their university studies.
YYAS brings together students from across Africa in this seven-day, residential program and helps prepare them for the demanding application process of attending university in the United States.
Successful applicants will demonstrate high academic achievement, leadership potential and strong interests in the program content, in addition to pursuing an undergraduate degree in the United States.
Focus Countries: Zimbabwe, Kenya, Ghana, Rwanda, Nigeria, Ethiopia.
Program Locations & dates
Summer 2016 sessions will be held in three locations:
- Ghana: 29 July – 4 August
- Rwanda: 9 – 15 August
- Zimbabwe: 20 – 26 August
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants eligible to apply for the program should:
- Be citizens of focus countries mentioned above. Students from all other African countries are still eligible and encouraged to apply.
- Be able to do difficult, sustained academic work in English, including reading, writing, and speaking with a high level of fluency.
- Have at least two years left before completing high school.
- Be able and willing to work openly and effectively with peers.
How to Apply
Interested applicants can apply online via given website.
For more information, please visit Yale Young African Scholars.
