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International Scholarships for Georgian Students
ASSIST connects exceptional students from Republic of Georgia with top private high schools in America through competitive, international, one-year scholarships. Our Republic of Georgia-based Program Coordinator guides families through the application and interview process, and later serves as a valuable guide as they are expertly placed at a member school. ASSIST's global team also offers comprehensive cultural preparation and support throughout the student's exchange year.
ASSIST Scholars from Republic of Georgia turn their scholarship year into a launchpad for university success, career advancement, and lifelong global leadership.
Upcoming Events
Please join Republic of Georgia Program Coordinator Maia Gurgenidze for an information session where you can learn much more about our program and have your questions answered.
Virtual Information Sessions
- September 14
- September 15
Please email Maia Gurgenidze at our Georgian partner organization Unique Learning(opens in new tab) at Maia.gurgenidze@englishbookeducation.com to register for one of these events and to get your Zoom link for the meeting.
In-Person Events
Details to come.
Application Process for 2027/28 Scholarships
We are primarily seeking students for placement in U.S. Grades 10 and 11. We also have a limited number of opportunities for exceptionally strong applicants interested in Grade 12 or postgraduate positions.
Follow the steps below to apply:
- Complete the online application via the ASSIST application portal. Additionally submit these required application materials in the same application portal: an academic transcript, three teacher recommendations, informal photos, a short personal introduction video, and a brief statement from a parent or guardian. All of this is due no later than December 1.
- A $35 U.S. application fee is required to submit your application.
- If your first language is not English, you will be invited to take the Duolingo English Test. This is due no later than December 15.
- We will review these materials and invite selected candidates to a January interview with members of the ASSIST U.S. team.
- Those who interview will be notified of the outcome in February.
English Language Testing
Scholarship Finalists will be invited to complete a Duolingo English Test.
Maia Gurgenidze will send you a prepaid test coupon code.
Once you have your code, please visit https://englishtest.duolingo.com/home and select:
- Try taking a practice test prior to taking the actual test by selecting "Practice Free"
- Return to https://englishtest.duolingo.com/home and select Purchase a Test
- Select Test Option 1 for a single test
- Enter your email address, country and postal code
- Select Apply Coupon Code in the box to the right of the credit card information. Do NOT enter your credit card information if you are using a prepaid coupon code from ASSIST.
- Enter Coupon Code
Interviews and Decisions
Scholarship Finalists will be invited to an interview. Interviews for Republic of Georgia candidates will be held in January. A team from the U.S. will interview students in small groups. The interview is fairly informal and is a chance for us to get to know applicants better and help find the right school for each.
The Admission Committee makes scholarship decisions in January and February and will inform every applicant of the outcome.
We wish you luck and hope to meet you. If you have any questions, contact Program Coordinator, Maia Gurgenidze at maia.gurgenidze@englishbookeducation.com.
ASSIST Scholarships
Every ASSIST Scholar receives a scholarship for their year abroad. This scholarship grants each student access to a leading private American high school. In addition, students become lifelong members of ASSIST, forming worldwide connections and joining an extraordinary network of over 6500 accomplished alumni.
Scholarships from Our Partners, Available Through ASSIST
HMC Projects Scholarships in the U.K.
Our Georgian partner, Unique Learning, works with both ASSIST and HMC Projects, a UK organization that offers scholarships to private boarding schools. This unique alignment means students can apply for both our program and the HMC scholarship.
For further information or to start your application, please contact our Unique Learning colleague Maia Gurgenidze, at Maia.gurgenidze@englishbookeducation.com or visit the Unique Learning website.
Estimated Expenses for Georgian Students and Families
Expected Family Contribution for School Tuition:
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- Sanderson Scholarship: 0%
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- Lindfors Scholarship: 50% or less of full tuition
ASSIST Program Fee
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- Sanderson Scholarship: $15000 U.S. (need-based financial help for fees is available)
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- Lindfors Scholarship: $37500 U.S. (includes school tuition)
Additional Expenses:
For both scholarships, families are responsible for:
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- Travel and insurance
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- Visa application
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- Member school fees
Need-based Program Fee Reductions for Sanderson Scholarships
ASSIST strives to meet demonstrated financial need and to make this transformative experience accessible to every deserving ASSIST Scholar, regardless of their financial circumstances.
Empowering Georgian Students Since 2020
Our work in Republic of Georgia began in 2020. Since then, many talented students have distinguished themselves at American private high schools, benefiting from the opportunities provided through our program.
To date, over 6500 scholars from over 60 countries have completed this transformative exchange year in North America and joined our global alumni network.
Our Trusted Partner
It is through the leadership of our Georgian partner, Unique Learning, that this scholarship competition is made possible.