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180 Full Scholarships for the Next Generation of STEM Leaders and Changemakers
Students ages 15-17.5, from more than 18 countries worldwide, are welcome to apply.
The Academies are full-scholarship, 16-week study abroad programs for students interested in STEM and sustainability. All scholars begin with a 12-week virtual curriculum (online) in sustainability and social innovation, co-developed by AFS and the University of Pennsylvania . Then, scholars travel for four weeks to one of the six Academy destinations: Brazil , China , Egypt , India , the USA , or Europe ( Germany , Belgium , Netherlands ).
Upon successful completion, scholars earn the Advanced Certificate on Global Competence for Social Impact, awarded by AFS and the
University of Pennsylvania Center for Social Impact Strategy, and join the AFS global alumni community.
The AFS Global STEM Academies provide a unique way for students to:
The program is part of the broader AFS Global STEM Changemakers Initiative, a five-year plan which aims to provide 5,000 diverse young people and educators with immersive learning experiences through STEM, global competence, and sustainability-focused intercultural exchange programs worldwide.
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