YES Abroad Country
YES Country
Countries
Kuwait
The Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program was established in October, 2002 to provide scholarships for high school students (15-17 years) to spend up to one academic year in the U.S. The program is vital to expanding communication between the people of the United States and its partner countries in the program in order to promote mutual understanding and respect. Students live with a host family, attend a U.S. high school, engage in activities to learn about American society and values, acquire leadership skills, and help educate Americans about their countries and cultures.
How to Apply...
Students who fulfill the Eligibility Criteria and agree to the Parent Student Agreement and General Program Rules can apply for the YES Program scholarship. Eligible students are encouraged to review the Kuwait YES website.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Birth Date must be between August 1, 1994 and August 1, 1996
- Secondary school students who are currently enrolled in 9th or 10th grade
- Applicant must achieve a score of at least 50 on the Secondary Level English Proficiency Test® (SLEP)
- Applicant should demonstrate a high level of academic achievement - Minimum grade of "B" in all subjects for the past year; overall "B" average for the past three years
- Applicant should be a Kuwaiti citizen or resident
- Is not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, and was not born in the United States
- Demonstrate flexibility and commitment to promoting cross cultural understanding
Contact Info
PO Box 44818
Hawalli, 32063,
Kuwait
Office Phone: +965-2247-0091
Email Address: rzalzala@amideast.org
