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#YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarship now offered at 57 US Universities
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Beginning in Fall 2019, [participating colleges and universities](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/participating-colleges-and-universities/) will each offer two annual, renewable scholarships that cover a minimum of 50% tuition to selected international undergraduates dedicated to furthering the #YouAreWelcomeHere message by bridging intercultural divides. Applicants will answer a short essay question or present a multimedia project about their ideas for advancing intercultural learning and understanding on their future campuses.
The #YouAreWelcomeHere scholarship recognizes international students who have a vision for enhancing intercultural understanding. The scholarship is open to students of all academic majors and fields of study. Students should submit this [scholarship application](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/589e0a4e37c5811ba6e791aa/t/5afdbbd9352f538c02f08295/1526578137383/YAWH-ScholarshipApplication-Final.pdf) to each participating college or university to which they are applying.
## Criteria
- **First-year international applicants of any major to a participating college or university.** International applicants are individuals who hold citizenship in a country outside the U.S. and who don’t also possess U.S. citizenship or permanent residency.
- Graduation from or attendance **at a secondary school outside the U.S.**
- Demonstrated interest and **initiative in promoting intercultural learning and exchange.**
- Applicants who **meet the admission criteria and adhere to the deadlines at each selected college or university.** Details will vary from school to school.
- Completion of a [**scholarship application**](https://www.youarewelcomehereusa.org/s/YAWH-ScholarshipApplication-Final.pdf) and a 500-1000 word **essay or a two-to-five minute video\*** describing their aspirations to conduct projects, research, employment or other experiences that will advance intercultural learning. _\*Some participating colleges and universities will only accept essays. Check with individual schools for details._
## **Timeline**
**Apply**: Students should complete a [#YouAreWelcomeHere scholarship application](https://www.youarewelcomehereusa.org/s/YAWH-ScholarshipApplication-Final.pdf) for each selected institution by **December 15th 2018\*** and an essay or multimedia submission explaining how they would like to conduct projects, research, or experiences that will advance intercultural learning.
**Confirm**: If awarded the scholarship, students should secure their award by submitting a tuition deposit at their chosen college or university by **May 1st 2019.**
**\*** _Some participating colleges and universities offer extended application deadlines. Check with individual schools for details._
## Ready to Get Started?
### Apply for admission at the [participating university](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/participating-colleges-and-universities/) or college(s) of your choice. Then complete the [\#YouAreWelcomeHere scholarship application](https://www.youarewelcomehereusa.org/s/YAWH-ScholarshipApplication-Final.pdf) and **submit it directly to the participating university or college(s)** of your choice. Follow the links above for detailed information about the scholarship process at each school.
**COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY REPRESENTATIVES**
The deadline for institutions to join the Fall 2019 scholarship has passed. The sign-up form for the Fall 2020 scholarship will be available in May 2019.
For more information, watch a recording of the [YAWH scholarship webinar](https://templeuniversity.webex.com/templeuniversity/onstage/playback.php?RCID=077a266c7a5d02d52b5e83559f45369c) which was held on Thursday, June 21st at 4pm EDT.
## **[APPLY HERE](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/589e0a4e37c5811ba6e791aa/t/5afdbbd9352f538c02f08295/1526578137383/YAWH-ScholarshipApplication-Final.pdf)**
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Currently applying to or enrolled at the Undergraduate level
- Willing to study in US
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Standardised test scores where required (SAT or ACT for many U.S. universities)
- Secondary-school leaving certificate (WAEC, KCSE, NSC, EGSECE or equivalent)
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the #YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarship now offered at 57 US Universities?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the Undergraduate level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to US for the duration of the programme.
Is the #YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarship now offered at 57 US Universities fully funded?+
Funding model: Tuition Only. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.