Thomas Jefferson Scholarship Program (TJSP) 2025-26 in USA:
The Thomas Jefferson Scholarship Program (TJSP) 2025-26 offers students a fully funded chance to study in the USA, combining academics with hands-on projects to build leadership and professional skills. Through cultural exchange and immersive experiences, participants gain global perspectives, preparing them to become impactful leaders and innovators back home.
Host Country : United States
Host Organization: IREX
Degree Levels : Non-degree (student exchange program)
Fields of Study: Various fields; program includes coursework and interactive activities aimed at personal and professional development
Duration of the Scholarship: 1 year
Benefits :
- J-1 visa support.
- Round-trip travel.
- Health insurance coverage.
- Tuition and required university fees.
- Housing and meals provided.
- Small allowance for incidentals.
- Limited book allowance.
- Access to alumni networking and training opportunities.
Eligibility Criteria:
Must be a Tunisian citizen and currently living in Tunisia.
Enrolled full-time in an undergraduate program in Tunisia, in good academic standing.
Eligible if in the second year or above (first and final-year students are ineligible).
Architecture students: eligible in years 2-5; engineering students: eligible in years 2-4.
- Able to secure a U.S. J-1 visa.
- At least 18 years old by July 1, 2025.
- Committed to returning to Tunisia for two years post-program.
- Achieve a minimum Duolingo score of 100.
- Complete the academic year prior in good standing.
Required Documents:
Completed online application in English.
Two references (each from a different person, like a professor or mentor).
Valid academic transcripts.
Proof of current enrollment in an undergraduate program.
Only semi-finalists need to take the Duolingo English Test, administered for free, with a required minimum score of 100 .
How to Apply:
Complete the online application in English (unless specified otherwise).
Fill out all required sections and provide contact information for two references.
Each reference should be from a different person, such as a professor or mentor.
Finalists will be assigned to U.S. host institutions by IREX based on academic fit, and participants will not choose their own placement .
Only fully completed applications with both references will proceed to the selection committee.
For more information about the application process, visit the 2025-2026 Thomas Jefferson Scholarship Program (TJSP) Application Instructions
Application Deadline: December 4, 2024, 5 pm Tunis time
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