Ambassadorial Scholarships 2012-13

The Rotary Foundation is currently one of the world’s largest, private sponsors of university -level international scholarships. Contact the Rotary club in your area for more information.

Academic-Year Ambassadorial Scholarships US$27,000 awarded for one academic year of study abroad

Support approximately 500 students studying abroad annually
• Introduce scholars to the cultures of over 60 different countries
• Have created a worldwide network of over 40,000 alumni
• Have empowered students to improve international understanding for over 60 years

GENERAL ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must have completed at least two years of university or college course work, or must have a secondary school education and have been employed in a recognized vocation for at least two years when the scholarship begins. All applicants must be citizens of a country in which there is a Rotary club. Applicants must initially apply through a Rotary club located in the area of their legal or permanent residence, or place of fulltime study or employment. Persons with disabilities and members

Before completing the application, contact your local Rotary club to make sure that the district participates in this program. Because timelines vary, only your local club can provide specific information about application deadlines. For 2012-13 awards, club deadlines may be as early as 1 March 2011 or as late as 15 August 2011.

Source: http://www.rotary.org/en/StudentsAndYouth/EducationalPrograms/AmbassadorialScholarships/Pages/Howtoapply.aspx