Wednesday, December 18, 2013
FAMU Recruitment Fair
January 16th, 6:30 PM at Jackson High School
FAMU will be doing their annual visit to Jax to give some of our very deserving children $$$. More information will be forthcoming about the documents students need to bring for on-site admissions.
FAMU will be doing their annual visit to Jax to give some of our very deserving children $$$. More information will be forthcoming about the documents students need to bring for on-site admissions.
NAACP ACT-SO Program
NAACP’s
Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological, and Scientific Olympics (ACT-SO)
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Applications are due by January 10, 2014
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There is a Student Orientation for those
accepted on January 25, 2014
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This is a national competition, with 27
competition categories’ including the Sciences, Humanities, Performing
Arts, Visual Arts, and Business.
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Each students can compete in UP TO THREE
AREAS
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Past ACT-SO participants include actors Anthony
Anderson and Jada Pinkett-Smith, film makes John Singleton and recording artist
Kanye West.
Who is eligible?
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Students of African descent ,who are US
citizens, enrolled in grades 9-12, amateurs in their categories’ of
competition.
What are the benefits of participation?
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the learning experience, enrichment, mentoring,
opportunities to connect with leaders in the community
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scholarship opportunities, and the chance to compete at the national level in
Las Vegas.
Additional questions?
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Contact ACTSOJAX@yahoo.com
Economics for Leaders
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Who Can Apply?
Students who are currently juniors in high school and will complete their junior year by this summer are eligible to attend an EFL program in 2014.
Admission
We recommend that students apply as soon as possible, as that will increase their chances of being accepted to the program of their choice. Admission to EFL is competitive. Decisions are based on leadership potential, maturity and vision. Above all, EFL students are intelligent, articulate student leaders who will benefit from this unique educational experience.
Early Application Deadline
Applicants applying by January 13, 2014 will be notified of their admission status by the end of the first week of February.
Regular Application Deadline
Applicants applying after January 13, 2014, but by March 3, 2014 will be notified of their admission status at the end of March.
Late Applications
Applications received following the March 3, 2014 deadline will be reviewed on space available basis.
College Credit
Through a partnership with the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, two semester hours of undergraduate credit are available to students attending the program. There is an additional fee for the course, Econ 1310 ‘A Survey of Economics,’ and students opting for the credit must complete additional assignments. The credits cost $204. Instructions on how to sign up for the credits will be sent in the orientation packets of accepted students.
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!
Application due March 3, 2014. Applications received after the deadline will be processed on a space available basis.
Numerous sites and dates
30 – 50 students accepted per program
Looks great on college applications
Nationally acclaimed instructors
Wednesday, December 11, 2013
It's HER Business - Teen Entrepreneurship Conference
9th Annual Teen Entrepreneurship
Conference
It’s HER Business
Friday, March 7, 2014
8:30 am - 2:00 pm
University of North Florida, University Center
Cost: FREE (Lunch and Materials provided)
Students are responsible for their own transportation
to and from UNF.
The It’s HER Business Teen
Entrepreneurship Conference is a one-day conference for girls ages 15-18
enrolled in high school. We are now in
our 9th year. This event brings parents, students, school administration,
and women business owners together in one forum and has so far exposed over 800
young women to a whole new world of opportunities.
It is designed to encourage
financial literacy and help girls learn about starting businesses and managing
personal finances through interactive games and hands-on activities. We use successful local business women as
conference facilitators/mentors to share their ideas and experiences with the
participants.
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Must be 15-18 years of age and enrolled in a Duval, Clay, or St. Johns County
High School to attend.
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Both Forms must be either e-mailed/scanned to: mhague@unf.edu,
faxed to: (904) 620-2567 OR mailed to: Marice Hague, Small Business Development
Center at UNF; 12000 Alumni Drive; Jacksonville, FL 32224 by Friday,
February 1, 2014. The forms are also located online.
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Only a limited amount of students will be accepted.
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Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from UNF.
Friday, December 6, 2013
Microsoft Software for Students
Microsoft Office & Windows Upgrade
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The Enrollment for Education Solutions agreement between Microsoft and Duval County Public Schools provides each student a single license for home use of both Microsoft Windows Upgrade and Microsoft Office Professional Plus. Please use the assigned Student Login and Password to access the portal to download software.
Download Information: Click here to access instructions
Note: Duval County Public Schools does not provide support for installing software on home computers. Phould assistance be required, please use the standard Microsoft support website,http://support.microsoft.com. Installation of Windows on a Macintosh computer requires purchase of the optional physical media in order to perform the installation.
Wednesday, December 4, 2013
Naval Academy Admissions
If you fall into one of these categories please click on the appropriate link to the right to read the important supplemental information needed for the application process first:
Previous candidates/College candidates
International students
United States citizens living abroad
Active duty service applicants
Homeschooled candidates
Former midshipman seeking re-admission
General advice for grades 9-12
1 Social Security Number
You must have a social security number to apply to the U.S. Naval Academy. If you already have one, then proceed to Step 2. If you need to obtain a Social Security Number go the the website below for more information: Social Security Online - www.ssa.gov
2 Eligibility Requirements
Basic Requirements for Eligibility:
United States citizen:
Good moral character;
At least 17 and not past their 23rd birthday on 1 July of the year they would enter the academy;
Unmarried;
Not pregnant; and
No dependents.
If you meet all of the above requirements, please continue to Step 3: Preliminary Application.
If you are in high school but not old enough to apply, you may register with USNA. Once entered into the database, you will be forwarded information on the Naval Academy Summer Seminar during the winter of your junior year and be able to apply online during February and March. This application will also serve as a preliminary application to the Naval Academy.
3 Preliminary Application
A preliminary application must be submitted to become an official candidate for next year's entering class. If you have applied for our Summer Seminar program, please do not submit a preliminary application. After being designated as an official candidate for admission, all applicants will be notified by mail or email. Within your candidate letter will be important instructions on how to proceed with the application process (sent no earlier than mid-May). The preliminary application form is for students who will be graduating from high school in 2014. Students who graduated before 2014 should also use this form. If you will graduate after 2014, you are too young to apply for this class and should register with USNA unless you have already done so.
If you experience difficulty getting to the application, it may be a compatibility issue with your computer. Past experience has indicated that compatibility issues may be minimized by using a PC (not a MAC) and Internet Explorer as your web browser.
Please ensure you have the following information on hand when completing the preliminary application. If you do not have this information we cannot properly process your application. Links are provided to help you look up some of the information.
High School Educational Testing Service (ETS) Code.
Rank in your High School Class. Also from your Guidance Office. If your school does not rank, please estimate.
Congressional State and District (where you or your family votes).
Zipcode + 4.
Your SAT, ACT, or PSAT scores.
4 Apply for Nomination
To receive an offer of appointment to the Naval Academy, an applicant must obtain a nomination from an official source. There are many nomination sources and applicants are encouraged to apply to all available sources. This normally includes a U.S. Representative, two U.S. Senators and the Vice President of the United States. The nomination application process is similar to applying for a school, and being personally acquainted with the person from whom you are seeking a nomination is not required.
Submitting your letters of application for nominations should be one of your first steps in the application process. Specific deadlines, other than congressional, can be found through the links to the right. Many members of Congress evaluate candidates during the summer months and make their decisions in early fall. This varies from staff to staff so if you have specific questions about timelines notify the appropriate congressional and Senate staff person.
The Naval Academy accepts nominations until the end of January. Nominating sources will notify the Naval Academy so there is no need to notify the Naval Academy of which nominations you have received.
Nomination process and reference information:
Find your senators & congressman:
U.S. Senators
U.S. Congressmen
Nomination Applications:
Presidential Nomination
ROTC/JROTC Unit Nomination
(Contact your senators & congressman for their respective applications)
Nomination Sources:
U.S. Senators, Representatives, and Delegates
The President of the U.S.
The Vice President of the U.S.
Navy and Marine Corps (Active and Reserve)
Reserve Officers Training Corps Units
Children of deceased or disabled veterans and children of prisoners of war or servicemen missing in action
Children of Medal of Honor Awardees
5 College Admissions Test
The Naval Academy requires candidates to take the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT-I) or the American College Test (ACT) prior to admission. For admission purposes, the academy will evaluate candidates based on the highest score in each individual category if you elect to take these tests multiple times. You should set up testing with your high school guidance office or register online at the above sites. You may prequalify to become a candidate (applicant) using your PSAT scores, however these will not be used as final admission criteria.
Official test results are required for admission. Non-standard tests are not accepted for admission. This includes untimed ACT or SAT tests. You should have your scores forwarded to the Naval Academy using the appropriate College Code Numbers.
The SAT-I code is 5809. The ACT code is 1742.
Check with your school counselor or visit these websites for details of test dates and registration requirements: SAT and ACT. We will accept any SAT or ACT that is taken before January 31, the application deadline. Fee waiver information for SAT and ACT.
6 Official Candidate
If the information provided in your Preliminary Application indicates your record is strong enough, you will become an official candidate for admission and you will receive a candidate information letter as early as the July prior to your high school senior year. Upon completion of your candidate file, the Admissions Board will review your record.
You should complete the online forms and ensure they are received by the Academy as soon as you possibly can, preferably within 30 days.
7 Medical Examination
The Naval Academy program is physically challenging. All candidates are required to undergo a thorough medical examination, because our graduates will be commissioned in a wide variety of exciting career fields with strict medical standards.
The Admissions Department will submit your name to the Department of Defense Medical Examination Review Board (DoDMERB) who will contact you regarding where you may call to schedule your medical examination. DoDMERB will carefully review your medical exam to determine if you meet our medical standards for admission. Approximately one month after your physical is completed, you will receive (by mail) a status report of the DoDMERB findings. DoDMERB may request you provide additional information/records regarding illnesses, injuries, surgery, familial diseases, and other factors that could affect your medical status. You may also be asked to schedule follow-up appointments to determine your current medical status. You may check on the status of your medical exam by referring to the DoDMERB website athttps://dodmerb.tricare.osd.mil/. DoDMERB will mail you a letter with the results of their evaluation of your medical examination.
If you have a disqualifying condition, you will be automatically considered for a waiver if/when you receive a Conditional Offer of Appointment. You need not write to request a waiver, nor should you send additional medical information to the Naval Academy for review. A waiver of the medical standard may be granted if both your academic record and medical history suggest the risk introduced by the disqualifying condition is justified by your potential for success as a midshipman and as a naval officer. Many candidates will be required to provide additional information to DoDMERB after their first disqualifying medical condition has been waived. This additional information may result in other disqualifying conditions - which will also be considered for waiver.
Major medical considerations are summarized here. This is not meant to be a comprehensive listing of all disqualifying conditions; it is a brief and general summary for your convenience.
8 Candidate Fitness Assessment
The Candidate Fitness Assessment is a component of your application and will be submitted electronically. The test consists of a one-mile run, a 'shuttle' run, a kneeling basketball throw, abdominal crunches, push-ups, and pull-ups or a flexed-arm hang for women (when pull-ups cannot be accomplished). The purpose of the test is to evaluate coordination, strength, speed, agility, and endurance. The test can be administered by anyone with a physical education degree, an active duty officer, or a blue and gold officer. Candidates accustomed to regular physical activity should have no difficulty with the Candidate Fitness Assessment. Being properly conditioned prior to Induction Day cannot be overemphasized. You will be far better prepared to meet the stringent physical demands of Plebe Summer if you maintain a high level of physical fitness during high school.
Click here to see Candidate Fitness Assessment Instructions.
9 Interview
The decision to attend the Naval Academy is a major one. Before you make that kind of commitment, you will want answers to many questions about the academy and the naval service. We want to help you make the right decision.
In addition to the Candidate Guidance Office located at the Naval Academy, another important resource to help you find out all you can about the academy and the professional opportunities available after graduation, is your Blue and Gold Officer. The Candidate Guidance Office coordinates this nationwide network of trained Naval Academy Information Officers. These officers, located in every state, are well qualified to counsel you on all aspects of the Naval Academy. Your school guidance office should be familiar with your local Blue and Gold Officer.
In addition to being a source of information and counsel, an official interview with your Blue and Gold Officer is required in order to complete an application.
All candidates should contact their Blue and Gold Officer immediately upon receipt of their official candidate letter. The preferred communication method for most Blue and Gold Officers is email. Ensure the email address provided in your application is valid and checked regularly.
10 Selection & Deadlines
The USNA uses a selection process known as "rolling admissions." As soon as all of your candidate packet forms are received, the Admissions Boards will determine your scholastic "whole person" qualification. If your record of achievement is truly outstanding, you could receive an early offer called a Letter of Assurance. This indicates our intent to extend an Offer of Appointment, provided all your remaining requirements (nomination, CFA, Blue and Gold Officer interview and medical) are successfully completed. A Letter of Assurance could be received as early as September of your senior year. Of course, final admission will depend on continued success and good standing in your high school as well as continuing to maintain your qualifications for the Naval Academy.
If you are found scholastically qualified but do not receive a Letter of Assurance, you will be competing for an Offer of Appointment from within your nominating sources. Approximately 2,000 candidates are found fully qualified (scholastic, medical, CFA, and have obtained a nomination) each year. Of that number, about 1,500 will receive appointments and approximately 1,200 become midshipmen. Most candidates will be notified of their final status by April 15.
All appointees should notify the Admissions Office of their intention to accept or decline by May 1. Except in very unusual circumstances, candidate files not completed by January 31 will not receive further consideration.
6 Official Candidate
If the information provided in your Preliminary Application indicates your record is strong enough, you will become an official candidate for admission and you will receive a candidate information letter as early as the July prior to your high school senior year. Upon completion of your candidate file, the Admissions Board will review your record.
You should complete the online forms and ensure they are received by the Academy as soon as you possibly can, preferably within 30 days.
7 Medical Examination
The Naval Academy program is physically challenging. All candidates are required to undergo a thorough medical examination, because our graduates will be commissioned in a wide variety of exciting career fields with strict medical standards.
The Admissions Department will submit your name to the Department of Defense Medical Examination Review Board (DoDMERB) who will contact you regarding where you may call to schedule your medical examination. DoDMERB will carefully review your medical exam to determine if you meet our medical standards for admission. Approximately one month after your physical is completed, you will receive (by mail) a status report of the DoDMERB findings. DoDMERB may request you provide additional information/records regarding illnesses, injuries, surgery, familial diseases, and other factors that could affect your medical status. You may also be asked to schedule follow-up appointments to determine your current medical status. You may check on the status of your medical exam by referring to the DoDMERB website athttps://dodmerb.tricare.osd.mil/. DoDMERB will mail you a letter with the results of their evaluation of your medical examination.
If you have a disqualifying condition, you will be automatically considered for a waiver if/when you receive a Conditional Offer of Appointment. You need not write to request a waiver, nor should you send additional medical information to the Naval Academy for review. A waiver of the medical standard may be granted if both your academic record and medical history suggest the risk introduced by the disqualifying condition is justified by your potential for success as a midshipman and as a naval officer. Many candidates will be required to provide additional information to DoDMERB after their first disqualifying medical condition has been waived. This additional information may result in other disqualifying conditions - which will also be considered for waiver.
Major medical considerations are summarized here. This is not meant to be a comprehensive listing of all disqualifying conditions; it is a brief and general summary for your convenience.
8 Candidate Fitness Assessment
The Candidate Fitness Assessment is a component of your application and will be submitted electronically. The test consists of a one-mile run, a 'shuttle' run, a kneeling basketball throw, abdominal crunches, push-ups, and pull-ups or a flexed-arm hang for women (when pull-ups cannot be accomplished). The purpose of the test is to evaluate coordination, strength, speed, agility, and endurance. The test can be administered by anyone with a physical education degree, an active duty officer, or a blue and gold officer. Candidates accustomed to regular physical activity should have no difficulty with the Candidate Fitness Assessment. Being properly conditioned prior to Induction Day cannot be overemphasized. You will be far better prepared to meet the stringent physical demands of Plebe Summer if you maintain a high level of physical fitness during high school.
Click here to see Candidate Fitness Assessment Instructions.
9 Interview
The decision to attend the Naval Academy is a major one. Before you make that kind of commitment, you will want answers to many questions about the academy and the naval service. We want to help you make the right decision.
In addition to the Candidate Guidance Office located at the Naval Academy, another important resource to help you find out all you can about the academy and the professional opportunities available after graduation, is your Blue and Gold Officer. The Candidate Guidance Office coordinates this nationwide network of trained Naval Academy Information Officers. These officers, located in every state, are well qualified to counsel you on all aspects of the Naval Academy. Your school guidance office should be familiar with your local Blue and Gold Officer.
In addition to being a source of information and counsel, an official interview with your Blue and Gold Officer is required in order to complete an application.
All candidates should contact their Blue and Gold Officer immediately upon receipt of their official candidate letter. The preferred communication method for most Blue and Gold Officers is email. Ensure the email address provided in your application is valid and checked regularly.
10 Selection & Deadlines
The USNA uses a selection process known as "rolling admissions." As soon as all of your candidate packet forms are received, the Admissions Boards will determine your scholastic "whole person" qualification. If your record of achievement is truly outstanding, you could receive an early offer called a Letter of Assurance. This indicates our intent to extend an Offer of Appointment, provided all your remaining requirements (nomination, CFA, Blue and Gold Officer interview and medical) are successfully completed. A Letter of Assurance could be received as early as September of your senior year. Of course, final admission will depend on continued success and good standing in your high school as well as continuing to maintain your qualifications for the Naval Academy.
If you are found scholastically qualified but do not receive a Letter of Assurance, you will be competing for an Offer of Appointment from within your nominating sources. Approximately 2,000 candidates are found fully qualified (scholastic, medical, CFA, and have obtained a nomination) each year. Of that number, about 1,500 will receive appointments and approximately 1,200 become midshipmen. Most candidates will be notified of their final status by April 15.
All appointees should notify the Admissions Office of their intention to accept or decline by May 1. Except in very unusual circumstances, candidate files not completed by January 31 will not receive further consideration.
United States Naval Academy Summer Seminar
The United States Naval Academy Summer Seminar is a fast-paced, six-day experience for high achievers who have completed their junior year in high school. Summer Seminar teaches you about life at the Naval Academy, where academics, athletics, and professional training play equally important roles in developing our nation's leaders. If you think that you may be interested in pursuing an appointment to one of the nation's service academies and serving your country as an officer, you should seriously consider attending the Naval Academy's Summer Seminar. Applications open at 12:01 a.m. on January 16, 2014, and close at 11:59 p.m. on March 31,2014!
Eligibility
The Naval Academy Summer Seminar Program is offered exclusively to young men and women who have just completed their junior year of high school. This is a competitive entry program because interest outweighs our hosting capacity. The following general selection criteria are considered:
Unmarried, not pregnant and have no legal obligation to support a child, children or other individual(s);
Superior high school performance to include: GPA, class standing, and/or strong PSAT, SAT, or ACT results (test scores not required, but recommended);
Demonstrated achievement in athletics and extracurricular activities, especially demonstrating leadership potential in these areas;
Physically fit and in good health with normal vision (20/40 or correctable to 20/20);
Positive attitude, self-disciplined, and of good moral character.
Note: U.S. Citizenship is not a requirement, however candidates seeking an appointment to the Naval Academy need to be U.S. Citizens by the time they are inducted into the Brigade of Midshipmen.
Selection
Selection is dependent upon the overall qualification of the student and our need to meet complete geographic representation. We will automatically process all summer seminar applicants as applicants to the Naval Academy upon completion of the Summer Seminar selection process. There is no need to submit an additional preliminary application. Due to limited space in the Summer Seminar Program, we highly recommend that students who are not selected continue to pursue admission to the Academy. Summer Seminar is a competitive program and can only accommodate 850 students in each of the three sessions (2,550 total). Students will be notified of their status by April 15 of the application year (all sessions are held in June).
Tuition for NASS is $400. The tuition covers room and board, as well as a variety of materials. Students should plan on bringing extra cash for snacks and souvenirs.
Tuition for NASS is $400. The tuition covers room and board, as well as a variety of materials. Students should plan on bringing extra cash for snacks and souvenirs.
2014 SESSION DATES*
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Session 1
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May 31 - June 5
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Session 2
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June 7- June 12
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Session 3
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June 14 - June 19
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United States Naval Academy Summer STEM Program
Engineering is all about creating, building, and making things better! So what does it take to be an engineer? If you like math and science, you are off to a great start. If you enjoy discovering new things, solving problems, and learning how things work - even better! Creativity, persistence, and the desire to make the world a better place are also important qualities. Becoming an engineer requires hard work and a good education. Our summer program will be a great start to your career in science and engineering. Applications open at 12:01 a.m. on January 6, 2014 and close at 11:59 p.m. on April 15, 2014!
The Naval Academy Summer STEM Program is offered to rising 8th-11thGraders. Students must demonstrate superior academic performance to include GPA, class standing, and/or strong PSAT, SAT or ACT results. Selection is based in large part on ensuring geographic representation along with overall accomplishments in and out of the classroom. Application will close April 15th. All applicants will be notified of their status by May 1st.
STEM tuition is $350 which will include room and board, meals, as well as a variety of materials. Plan on bringing extra cash for snacks and souvenirs.Each student is responsible for arranging transportation to and from the Naval Academy. Those flying commercial air should make arrangements to arrive at Baltimore-Washington International airport (BWI) between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Day 1 of the program, and depart after 3:00 p.m. on the last day of the program. Buses and midshipmen escorts will be on hand to get you to and from the Academy and BWI.
2014 SESSION DATES*
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Rising 8th & 9th Graders
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June 2 - June 7
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Rising 10th Graders
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June 9 - June 14
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Rising 11th Graders
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June 16 - June 20
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Congress-Bundestag Student Exchange
Why Apply to Become a Congress-Bundestag Scholar?
The Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX) program is for motivated high school students who want to experience a culture and learn a language through a full immersion experience. Earn a competitive edge for your college applications. Learn about German culture first-hand by living with a host family and attending a German high school. Connect to an elite network of U.S. Department of State program alumni. Embark on an adventure that is unlike any other.
As a CBYX participant, you will gain new perspectives on global current affairs and German social, economic and political life. You will learn the German language through immersion in the culture at school and at home. When you return after 10 months abroad, you will have a greater sense of independence, empowerment, and global citizenry. You will make friendships through a shared experience that will last a lifetime, and you will become a true member of another culture.
Basic Eligibility:
To be considered eligible for a CBYX scholarship, you must be:
- A U.S. citizen, national or permanent resident
- Between the ages of 15 years and 18 years and 6 months at the start of the program
- A current high school student at the time of application, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
Previous German language study is not a requirement and all levels of language ability are encouraged to apply.
Only those students who meet the basic eligibility requirements will be considered. Applicants from all racial, economic, ethnic, religious, and social backgrounds are encouraged to apply, as are students with disabilities.
Only those students who meet the basic eligibility requirements will be considered. Applicants from all racial, economic, ethnic, religious, and social backgrounds are encouraged to apply, as are students with disabilities.
The CBYX application deadline varies based upon regional organization. Select your state in the drop-down to the left to find the deadline set by your regional organization.
Applications are evaluated based upon:
- Evidence of the personal qualities essential for adjustment to another culture, such as flexibility, curiosity, open-mindedness, sense of humor and tolerance for adversity
- Written and oral communication skills
- Motivation for a cross-cultural experience
- Academic merit
CBYX 2014-15 Program Timeline
December 2013 - February 2014: Applications are due (deadlines vary by implementing organization)
January 2014 - March 2014: Regional organizations select Semi-Finalists
February 2013 - April 2014: Interviews are conducted with Semi-Finalists
March 2014 - April 2014: Finalists and Alternates are announced
May 2014 - August 2014: Pre-departure preparation for all Finalists and Alternates
July 2014 - September 2014: CBYX scholars depart for Germany
June 2015 - July 2015: CBYX scholars return from Germany
Dates may vary based on regional organization.
January 2014 - March 2014: Regional organizations select Semi-Finalists
February 2013 - April 2014: Interviews are conducted with Semi-Finalists
March 2014 - April 2014: Finalists and Alternates are announced
May 2014 - August 2014: Pre-departure preparation for all Finalists and Alternates
July 2014 - September 2014: CBYX scholars depart for Germany
June 2015 - July 2015: CBYX scholars return from Germany
Dates may vary based on regional organization.
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