A partnership providing a promising Lao student with an academic scholarship to Vientiane International School. An IB World School
The Scholarship. The Phu Bia Passport to the Future Scholarship is designed to assist a student with aspirations to assist the development of his or her nation by supporting preparation for international university studies. This preparation, through engagement in the world renowned International Baccalaureate programme at Vientiane International School, will provide the criteria for success in tertiary education and enable the scholarship winner to return to Laos and contribute to national development.
How to apply. Applications will be called in the Vientiane Times in early May with an examination and interview day in mid May. Applicants need to be Lao citizens and not enrolled in VIS
Current Scholarship Recipients. Natalie Vongkhamsao: Kiettisack International School. Vanisa Vongphanakhone: Sinxay School. These students demonstrated sound previous academic performance and described their aspirations for contributing to the development of the Lao PDR.
“VIS is proud to be a partner with Phu Bia Mining in providing this opportunity to the youth of Laos. We are excited to offer this great opportunity to prepare a promising student for the future.” Greg Smith VIS Director
“The curriculum in VIS is very different, but after some time I gradually started to adapt and feel more comfortable with it. I felt that learning in VIS has challenged and pushed me to work harder at my studies. The teachers are very supportive with any work we don’t understand and will always help students if we need it. VIS has also given me many opportunities to do other activities I am interested in such as after school activities and languages. “ “… I am really happy that I have moved to VIS and I feel that it is giving me lots of opportunities I haven’t had before.” Natalie Vongkhamsao. Inaugural Scholarship Recipient