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Ambassadorial Scholarships |
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An International Education Program for Ambassadors of Good Will
The Ambassadorial Scholarships Program supports the mission of The Rotary Foundation to further international understanding and world peace by:
- Increasing awareness of and respect for cultural differences by sending Ambassadors of Goodwill to study in another country.
- Instilling in scholars the Rotary ideal of "Service Above Self" through active participation in Rotary service projects.
- Encouraging scholars to dedicate their personal and professional lives to improving the quality of life for the people of their home communities and countries.
- Developing leaders who can address the humanitarian needs of the world community.
- Impacting all areas of the world through a balanced geographical distribution of scholars.
- Fostering all lifelong association between Rotary and its scholars.
During the study period, scholars are expected to be outstanding ambassadors of goodwill to the people of the host country through appearances before Rotary clubs and districts, schools, civic organizations, and other forums. After study has been completed, scholars share their experiences with the people of their home countries and with the local Rotarians who sponsored their scholarships.
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. Initial application must be made through a local Rotary club in the applicant's legal or permanent residence, or place of full-time study or employment. Persons with disabilities and members of Rotaract clubs are encouraged to apply.
The following persons are ineligible for any Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarship:
- A Rotarian
- An Honorary Rotarian
- An employee of a club, district or other Rotary entity or of Rotary International
- A spouse, lineal descendant (child or grandchild)
- A spouse or a lineal descendant, or an ancestor (parent or grandparent) of any living person in the foregoing categories.
Academic Year Ambassadorial Scholarship
This scholarship is for one regular academic year (usually nine months) of full-time study at an institution assigned by The Rotary Foundation Trustees. Because the scholarship is primarily ambassadorial and limited to one academic year, recipients may not be able to earn degrees or diplomas during the study period. Since candidates are expected to be proficient in the language of the host country, generally this scholarship is not appropriate for study of a foreign language.
What does the Scholarship Cover?
Funding is provided to cover round-trip transportation, one month of intensive language training (if assigned by the Foundation), required fees for a normal course load, reasonable room and board, and some educational supplies. The Foundation will not pay additional costs resulting from personal living preferences. Generally, awards will range between US$13,000 and US$25,000 depending upon actual costs at the assigned study institution. Applicants who request and are assigned to an institution where costs exceed the maximum available must pay all additional costs.
District 6190 is seeking interested students for study during the Academic Year 2009-2010. The applicants must apply through and be sponsored by a Rotary Club. The completed application must be submitted to District Committee no later than May 2, 2008.
If you need an application form, or have a question, please contact your club's Scholarship Chairman or District Chair Doug Allen..
Additional information on the Ambassadorial Scholarship Program can be found at: http://www.rotary.org/foundation/educational/amb_scho/index.html
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