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Scholarship, Airfare, Visa
All covered for one academic year, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State, implemented in Sierra Leone by iEARN in partnership with the U.S. Embassy.

Eligibility Requirements:

In keeping with the U.S. Government-sponsored initiatives, dedicated to democratic reform, the competition for the Youth Exchange and Study scholarship is merit-based and open at no cost to all applicants who meet the following requirements:

Be between the ages of 15 and 18 by the start of program (August 15, 2025);
Be enrolled in a secondary school;
Be enrolled in SSS1 (Grade 10) or SSS2 (Grade 11) in a secondary school at the time of application;
Have not completed more than 11 years of primary education nor received a WASCE result by the start of the program;
Have the equivalent of a B average or better without failing grades;
Meet U.S. J-1 visa eligibility requirements (for instance, U.S. citizens are not eligible for J-1 visa);
Not have spent a total of more than 90 days in the U.S. in the last five years;
Be a resident and citizen of Sierra Leone.

Notice on Secondary School Completion:

Applicants who have completed or graduated from any secondary school before the start of the 2025-26 program year are not eligible for a YES scholarship.

Students with Disabilities

The program can support students with disabilities and encourages their participation. The Department of State and the YES program work with Mobility International (MIUSA) to provide students with disabilities leadership-building workshops, appropriate information and support as needed to enhance their year in America. Students with disabilities must also meet the above eligibility requirements. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to contact iEARN office for more information on eligibility.

If you can't access the application from your school, feel free to contact us and we will be more than happy to send you a copy.

For More Information:
Email [email protected]
Phone: +23230694890