Hi YSEALI!
Do you want the opportunity to study at a U.S. university? The YSEALI Academic Fellows program is now accepting applications for spring 2017!
The YSEALI Academic Fellowship will bring current or recently graduated students from ASEAN member countries to the U.S. for five-week institutes at pre-eminent U.S. universities and colleges.
The Fellowship will focus on one of three themes:
- Civic Engagement,
- Environmental Issues, and
- Social Entrepreneurship and Economic Development.
The five-week institutes consist of a balanced series of seminar discussions, readings, group presentations, and lectures.
What are the qualification?
- Between the ages of 18 and 25 at the time of application
- A citizen of one of the following countries: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam;
- A resident of one of the following countries: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam;
- A full-time undergraduate student from college, university, or other institutions of higher learning; or have graduated in the past four years;
- Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English;
- Not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the U.S.;
- Eligible to receive a United States J-1 visa
For more details on the application deadline and how to apply please see the specific country information on the YSEALI website. And learn more about the Frequently Asked Questions.