Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study Program (YES)
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.
YES FINALISTS
The program supports students with disabilities and encourages their participation.
YES SCHOLARS WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO:
- Live with an American family
- Study at a U.S. high school
- Participate in a youth leadership training program
- Experience U.S. culture and society first hand
- Improve their English
- Make new friends
- Help Americans learn about Jordan and Jordanian culture
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
• Born between January 1 and July 31, 1997
• Currently enrolled in grade 9, entering grade 10 in autumn 2012
• Have an overall grade point average of “B” (80%) or better in all academic subjects for the past three years
• Have an overall grade of “B+” (85%) or better in English
• Meet a minimum English proficiency requirement, which will be measured by a test
• Demonstrate flexibility and a commitment to promoting cross-cultural understanding
• Shouldn’t be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or previous applicant for immigration to the U.S.
• Complete a pre-application available at AMIDEAST offices to be submitted no later than November 15, 2011
• Currently enrolled in grade 9, entering grade 10 in autumn 2012
• Have an overall grade point average of “B” (80%) or better in all academic subjects for the past three years
• Have an overall grade of “B+” (85%) or better in English
• Meet a minimum English proficiency requirement, which will be measured by a test
• Demonstrate flexibility and a commitment to promoting cross-cultural understanding
• Shouldn’t be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or previous applicant for immigration to the U.S.
• Complete a pre-application available at AMIDEAST offices to be submitted no later than November 15, 2011
YES SCHOLARSHIPS COVER ALL MAJOR EXPENSES, INCLUDING:
- Airfare
- Room and board
- Health insurance
- Pocket money
- Educational supplies
Contact details
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YES Program Officer:
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Afra'a Ramadan
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Street Address:
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Wadi Abdoun, Princess Basma Street, Building No. 8
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Mailing Address:
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P.O.Box 852374, Amman 11185, Jordan
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Phone:
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+962-6-592-9994 ext.117
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Office Hours:
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Sunday–Thursday: 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
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Tagged under:
Jordan
Contact Information
| Country Director: Dana Shuqom | |
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| Street Address: Wadi Abdoun
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Mailing Address: P.O.Box 852374, Amman 11185, Jordan Tel: 96265929994 Fax: 96265929996 |
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| Aqaba | |
| Street Address: 207 Sixth Area Commercial Complex 2 Sixth Area Program Manager: Gaby Hallak Mob: 0779803638 |
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