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Wheaton Refugee Scholarship

Wheaton Refugee Scholarship

Applicable For:

Undergraduate Students

Max Award Amount:

$75,030

Application Deadline:

15/01/2024
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About This Scholarship

The Wheaton Refugee Scholarship is a scholarship program offered by Wheaton College, a Christian liberal arts college located in Illinois, USA. The scholarship program is designed to provide financial support to refugees who are seeking higher education opportunities. The Wheaton Refugee Scholarship provides a financial award of up to $25,000 per year, renewable for up to four years, to help cover the cost of tuition, fees, and other educational expenses. Recipients of the scholarship are also provided with opportunities to engage with faculty and other high-achieving students at Wheaton College, participate in specialized support services for refugee students, and receive mentorship and support throughout their academic career.

The application process for the Wheaton Refugee Scholarship is competitive, and only a limited number of students are chosen to receive this award. Recipients of the scholarship are expected to maintain a high level of academic performance and to actively participate in the community of refugee students at Wheaton College.

Eligibility Criteria For Wheaton Refugee Scholarship

The Wheaton Refugee Scholarship is a need-based scholarship for undergraduate students who are refugees or have been granted asylum in the United States. The eligibility criteria for the Wheaton Refugee Scholarship include:

  • Applicants must be undergraduate students at Wheaton College in Illinois.
  • Applicants must be refugees or have been granted asylum in the United States.
  • Applicants must have demonstrated financial need, as determined by the Wheaton College Office of Student Financial Services.
  • Applicants must maintain good academic standing and make satisfactory progress towards their degree.
  • Applicants must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the Wheaton College Financial Aid Application.

In addition to the above criteria, the Wheaton Refugee Scholarship selection committee may also take into account factors such as academic achievement, leadership potential, and community involvement in the selection process.

It’s important to note that the eligibility criteria may change from year to year, so students are encouraged to review the most current information available on the Wheaton College website or contact the college directly for the latest information.

 

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