Application Deadline: April 30 2015 (11:59pm EST)
The Expat Youth Scholarship (EYS) contest is designed exclusively for students aged 13 to 21 experiencing life in foreign countries amidst unfamiliar cultures. The contest is a testament to Clements’ ongoing commitment to the international expatriate community. $10,000.00 (USD) in scholarship funds will be awarded to the winners of this year’s contest,
What:
- Take a photo visually capturing how you will use your experience living abroad to make a difference in the world, and write an accompanying short essay.
Eligibility:
- Students ages 13-21 of any nationality who have resided in a foreign country for at least six consecutive months.
- To qualify for the Ages 17-21 age category, you must be aged 17-21 by April 30, 2015, the deadline for entries.
How to Enter
Go to www.facebook.com/expatyouth and visit the contest application for your age group for more information.
Judging Criteria
Entries will be judged on the following criteria:
- How well the photo visually represents the subject of the entry
- How well the caption describes the subject of the entry, including grammar, spelling and style.
Winner Categories
Ages 13-16
- First Place- $3,000
- Second Place- $1,500
- Third Place- $500
Ages 17-21
- First Place- $3,000
- Second Place- $1,500
- Third Place- $500
Timeline
- Deadline for entries: April 30 (11:59pm EST)
- Voting starts: May 15th (12:01am EST)
- Voting ends: June 15 (11:59pm EST)
- Winners announced: July 1 (12:01pm EST)
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the 2015 Expat Youth Scholarships