How to Apply for an ASSIST Scholarship

Applying for an ASSIST Scholarship is a multi-step process. Log into our application portal(opens in new tab) to begin your ASSIST application.

• ASSIST online application form, including contact information, biographical details, and short-answer essay questions. The application should be completed by the student in their own words. Parents or guardians may oversee their child's application and must sign it before submission.
• Academic transcripts from the last full school year and a partial transcript from the current academic year, if available. Copies are sufficient during the application process. Scholarship recipients who enroll in the program will later be asked to provide official transcripts. A translation is appreciated but not required. School transcripts in their original language suffice.
• Teacher recommendations:You will provide contact information for an English teacher, Math teacher, and one additional teacher or school administrator. They will be asked to submit a recommendation form directly to ASSIST.
• Parent Statement: A parent or guardian will complete a short statement about you.
• Applicant photos
• A short, informal personal introduction video

For Germany and Switzerland: The application form and transcript are due November 15. All remaining application pieces are due December 1.

For all other countries: The application form and all other associated application materials are due December 1. If you live in Poland, the teacher recommendations can be submitted by your teacher no later than December 15.

Applicants whose first language is not English may be required to take the Duolingo English Test as part of the selection process. Do not take the Duolingo English Test until ASSIST tells you to do so. ASSIST will provide instructions about how and when to take the test.

Duolingo deadline for Germany and Switzerland: December 1

Duolingo deadline all other countries: December 15

Selected candidates will be invited to interview with ASSIST. Interviews help us get to know candidates beyond their written applications and learn more about their interests, character, experiences, and readiness for an ASSIST year.

Most interviews are held in December and January. Depending on the applicant's country, interviews may take place in person or virtually.

Please get in touch with your country's program coordinator if you would like more specific information about interview dates and locations.

Following the application and interview process, ASSIST selects its scholarship recipients.

Scholarship decisions are generally announced in January and February. Candidates may receive a scholarship offer, be placed on the waiting list, or be notified that they were not selected. Our waiting list closes in April.

If you receive and accept an ASSIST Scholarship, you will complete enrollment with ASSIST. ASSIST will then match you with one of our U.S. member schools. School placements are generally announced in March and April.