Global Undergraduate Exchange PROGRAM

Global Undergraduate Exchange Program (Global UGRAD) Global UGRAD – U.S. Embassy in Albania (usembassy.gov) provides a scholarship for one semester of academic study at a U.S. college or university, but does not result in graduation. Global UGRAD is a program of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the United States Department of State that provides opportunities for students to study in the United States.

Selected applicants will have an opportunity to be exposed to US society, culture, and academic institutions to enhance their professional skills.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 15, 2023

APPLICATION CRITERIA

The Global UGRAD Program is open to anyone who:

• Is an Albanian citizen, over 18 years old, and studies in Albania
• Is enrolled as a full-time student in an accredited Bachelor's degree program and has completed at least one semester.
• First-year Bachelor's student or has one more academic year to complete their Bachelor's studies at their university in Albania after returning from the Global UGRAD program.
• Demonstrates potential for leadership skills through academic achievement, community service, and extracurricular activities.
• Has good speaking and writing skills in English (a language course may be offered to some finalists).
• Meet the criteria for obtaining a J-1 exchange visa and maintaining its status according to the program requirements.

All interested candidates must apply ONLINE 2024 Global UGRAD online application!