LGBTQIA+
AFS-USA is dedicated to supporting LGBTQIA+ applicants who are passionate about becoming global citizens and working to make the world a more just and peaceful place. The AFS-USA Pride Scholarship is available to those applying for a year or semester AFS study abroad program.

Yoshi Hattori
The Yoshi Hattori scholarship is a full scholarship designed to promote intercultural understanding and peace. Created in memory of Yoshi Hattori, a beloved AFS exchange student to the U.S. from Japan, this scholarship offers the opportunity to strengthen meaningful connections between the U.S. and Japan through AFS-USA’s Flagship Program.

Asia Kakehashi
The Asia Kakehashi Project＋(plus) (kakehashiis Japanese for “bridging”) is to strengthen relations between Japan and the rest of Asia and G7 member countries. The program provides full scholarships for the high school students to live and study in Japan, while growing their global competence and becoming future leaders.

AATF & AFS-USA Scholarship
AFS-USA and the American Association of Teachers of French (AATF) are proud to celebrate French language and culture by awarding a $7,500 scholarship to a current high school student interested in broadening their understanding of the Francophone world and strengthening their French language skills.

To be considered for AFS Global Citizen scholarships and aid, you only need to apply to one of our study abroad programs. We work with you to understand your family’s financial needs and match you with one or more of our many scholarships and aid opportunities. AFS study abroad specialists will be with you every step of the way in case you have questions or need help.

1. Start your application. AFS students have an openness to learn and be challenged, are flexible, resilient, compassionate, and curious, and are willing to contribute to ongoing dialogues and become lifelong active global citizens. Applicants must demonstrate these qualities in essay questions and an interview.
2. Inform your parents and teacher. You will need your parents’ help throughout the application process, including sharing more about your family’s financial needs, if applicable. You may also need a teacher recommendation.
3. Submit your application. You do not need to complete a separate scholarship application. The information you provide in the application process may be enough. If we need to ask additional questions for specific scholarship opportunities, we’ll let you know.

We then review your application and inform you of your acceptance to our program, along with financial aid and scholarships you qualify for. 100% of accepted study abroad applicants with demonstrated need receive scholarship funds.