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SECONDARY SCHOOL EXCHANGE SCHOLARSHIPS Spend a year studying in North America

Dartmouth House 37 Charles Street London W1J 5ED

T 020 7529 1550 F 020 7495 6108 education@esu.org www.esu.org

- A Secondary Schools Exchange (SSE) scholarship gives you the opportunity to spend a life-changing year or six months at a private North American high school.

During your scholarship you will: • develop new academic and social skills, have opportunities to travel, try new sports and meet life-long friends • learn new subjects and study with different teaching methods • share ideas with others and also challenge their ideas and preconceptions.

During an SSE scholarship you have the chance to learn subjects not covered in UK colleges and study with different teaching methods to broaden your academic knowledge before university. You could even take advantage of trying out new sports and other exciting activities such as prom, Thanksgiving and other uniquely American endeavours.

Away from academic advantages and extra-curricular activities, you will learn about yourself and what you can achieve. You will be able to learn to share ideas with others and also challenge your own ideas and preconceptions. Alumni comment on how memorable and life-changing their time in the States has been.

“I was blown away by the hospitality and the amazing opportunities I was given and the love that was shown to me by my host families.” 2009 Scholar

The ESU is currently offering the following scholarships: Three term scholarships • The closing date for applications is in late February • Interviews are in early March • Leave for the US in early September (after completion of your A-Levels or equivalent) Two term scholarships • The closing date for applications is in late September (after completion of your A-Levels or equivalent) • Interviews are in early October • Leave for the US in early January Eligibility You must have taken A-levels or equivalent and be intending to study at a UK university on your return.

You should be under 19 years and 6 months old when you take up the scholarship.

SSE scholars are expected to commit to the full term of their scholarship.

The scholarship covers the cost of tuition, board and lodging, however you must be able to cover all other costs including insurance, flights and travel expenses.

The applicant process requires interview and acceptance in the UK and selection for a place at your chosen school in North America.

Acceptance at both stages is necessary for a place to be allocated.

“My ESU year has been life-changing and I have grown in so many ways. I have become more confident, independent and gained an incredible amount in terms of academics and life-experiences.” 2009 Scholar

“What I gained at Culver Academy was far different from anything I had imagined... This year has been a turning point in every part of my life.” 2009 Scholar

“What an amazing year. Thank you, thank you, thank you!� 2008 Scholar

For more information please contact Education The English-Speaking Union Dartmouth House 37 Charles Street London W1J 5ED T 020 7529 1550 education@esu.org Application forms and further details can be downloaded from www.esu.org/sse