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OYIS Scholarship
Rationale:
In keeping with the mission of Osaka YMCA International School, this scholarship is designed to attract students to our school who possess a high level of English fluency in all aspects of the language. These students in turn will receive a high quality, state-of-the-art, hands-on, rigorous curriculum which will equip them to take on leadership roles in the global community of tomorrow. The Volunteer Scholarship Program applies to students eligible to enter the school from Grade 1 onwards. Japanese nationals are not eligible to apply for the scholarship.
Qualification Criteria:
In order to qualify for consideration as a scholarship candidate, a student must fulfill the following requirements:
- Have proven native/near-native English language ability, as determined by the school's ESL assessment tools.
- Pass an interview.
- Have an excellent academic record and attendance pattern, as proven by records provided by previous schools attended.
- Live with a parent who has proven native/near-native English language ability.
- Not be in receipt of any other form of financial assistance with regard to school tuition.
- Not be already enrolled in the school.
What the Student Offers:
A successful Volunteer Scholarship student is required to undertake the following:
- Actively use and promote the English language in his/her daily school interactions.
- Actively and enthusiastically participate in school events, promotions, supervised volunteer opportunities, etc. that the school deems appropriate.
- Participate in International Exchange Programs at the request of the school.
- Be a role model for other students.
What the School Offers:
- A Volunteer Scholarship equivalent to 100% of the Tuition Fees for one academic year.
- The Volunteer Scholarship can be extended upon an annual review, based on how well the student has fulfilled his/her obligations as a scholarship recipient, and at the sole discretion of the school.
- The Volunteer Scholarship is valid for a maximum of three academic years only, including the academic year in which the student first enrolls.
- The final decision on the granting of a Volunteer Scholarship will be taken by the school administration based on the application and supporting documentation and in line with the mission of the school. Decisions taken by the administration in this regard are non-negotiable.
2007/08 Academic Year:
There will be six Volunteer Scholarships available, one per grade level (Grade 1- 6). Applications that are received during July and August will be dealt with when the school re-opens in September 2007.