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International Scholarships for Croatian Students
ASSIST connects exceptional students from Croatia with top private high schools in North America through competitive, international, one-year scholarships. Our Croatian-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 Croatia turn their scholarship year into a launchpad for university success, career advancement, and lifelong global leadership.
Upcoming Events
Please join Program Coordinator Mrs. Karla Golja Milevoj for an information session where you can learn much more about our program and have your questions answered.
Virtual Information Sessions
Please visit this QR link for dates and more information on ASSIST information sessions via Zoom for Croatian families. You can also reach out to ASSIST's Croatian Program Coordinator, Karla Golja Milevoj, at karla@assistscholars.org for more information on dates and registration.
Application Process for 2026/27 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.
The application for the 2026-27 school year is open. Follow the steps below to apply:
- 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.The application for the 2026-27 school year is open. Follow the steps below to apply:
- Complete the online aplikacja and submit a copy of your academic transcript via the ASSIST application portal by December 1. A $35 U.S. application fee is required to submit your application. Shortly after, we will review all submissions and inform candidates who will advance to the next step.
- Those asked to advance will be required to submit three teacher recommendations, informal photos, and a short statement from a parent or guardian in the same portal aplikacji. Additionally, if your first language is not English, you will be invited to take the Duolingo English Test. These materials are needed as soon as possible, but no later than December 21. We will use these materials to determine our Scholarship Finalists.
- Scholarship Finalists will be invited to an interview with members of the ASSIST U.S. team in January.
- Finalists will be notified of the outcome in February.
- Those chosen by ASSIST for a scholarship will next complete:
- The contract
- Family declaration form
- Deposit in the amount of $2000 mid-March 2026
- School Assignment: March/April, 2026.
- Purchase of airline tickets: June 2026
- Visa - at your expense: July 2026
- Balance in the amount of $5500: mid-July 2026
- Pre-departure Orientation Day: mid-July 2026 (Labin)
- Orientation Camp: August 2026. Location TBD.
English Language Testing
Qualified candidates will be invited to take the Duolingo English Test. Ms. Golja Milevoj will send you a prepaid coupon code to take the test in advance of the interviews.
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 e-mail 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
Duolingo Tips for Your Test Experience
Mrs. Karla Golja Milevoj will notify you regarding the results of your application. To receive more information about the ASSIST program or if you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mrs. Karla Golja Milevoj.
Interviews
Scholarship Finalists will be invited to an interview. Interviews for candidates will be held in January. 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 student.
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, Mrs. Karla Golja Milevoj at karla@assistscholars.org.
Stypendia ASSIST
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 6,300 accomplished alumni.
Scholarships from Our Partners, Available Through ASSIST
Estimated Expenses for Croatian 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
Opłata za program ASSIST
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- Sanderson Scholarship: $7500 U.S. (Need-based financial help for fees is available.)
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- Lindfors Scholarship: $37000 U.S. (includes school tuition)
Additional Expenses:
W przypadku obu stypendiów rodziny są odpowiedzialne za
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- Podróż i ubezpieczenie
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- Wniosek wizowy
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- Opłaty za szkołę członkowską
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 Croatian Students Since 1999
Our work in Croatia began in 1999. Since then, many talented students have distinguished themselves at American private high schools, benefiting from the opportunities provided through our program.
To date, over 6,300 scholars from over 62 countries have completed this transformative exchange year in North America and joined our global alumni network.
