SCHOLARSHIP STUDENT
AMBASSADORS
Welcome an international student sponsored on an academic year
or short-term scholarship program to help deepen transnational
relationships and feature hands-on volunteer service learning in
the US. Some of these prestigious Student Ambassador programs
include:
• CBYX Scholarship Program – Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for citizen diplomacy sponsored by US Congress and
the German Bundestag.
• YES Scholarship Program – Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study for building understanding between the US and
countries with significant Muslim populations sponsored by the US Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.
• FLEX Scholarship Program – The Future Leaders Exchange, established to improve mutual understanding
between the US and Eurasian countries; is funded by the US Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and
Cultural Affairs.
• YAP Scholarship Program – The Young Ambassadors is sponsored by the American Embassy in Finland, educates Finnish
youth about environmental matters and green technologies in the US in a 5-week summer program in Colorado.
STUDENTS WITH LIFESTYLE
CONSIDERATIONS
Does your family prepare gluten free meals? Do you manage
diabetes? Is y our home peanut-free due to allergies? If your family
is able to make accommodations or is familiar with creating safe
environments for individuals with unique needs, talk to a local field
representative about hosting a student whose physical or medical
conditions require an understanding home.
HIGHER EDUCATION
STUDIES
Would an older student (17-23 years old) be a better fit for your
family? YFU’s Community College Program welcomes young adults
pursuing a mix of English as a Second Language and academic
coursework for a semester, year, or two-year Associate Degree at
select partner colleges. Learn more at yfuusa.org/ccp.
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