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The IB Diploma Scholarship

A merit-based scholarship for prospective students who aspire to pursue an IB Diploma. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to excelling in their academic endeavors and believe in the concept of international mindedness, respecting world cultures, embracing diversity, and valuing different perspectives.

This scholarship is available for students seeking enrollment for Grades 10 or 11, with aspirations to graduate as an SCIS Dragon and with an IB Diploma, and who would flourish within SCIS’ dynamic, international learner community and the IB Programme.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Prospective students seeking enrollment at SCIS for Grades 10 or 11
  • Evidence of strong academic achievement at their current school (i.e. reports, rankings, awards, etc.)
  • Demonstrated commitment to academic excellence
  • Desire to be part of an academically rigorous program, within an inclusive, dynamic, and diverse learning community
  • Motivated to develop as an inquiring, knowledgeable and caring learner who contribute positively to their communities
  • Commitment to enrollment through graduation and pursuit of an SCIS and IB Diploma

Award:

  • Between 25-75% of the annual tuition fee

Duration:

  • Valid through graduation
  • Subject to annual review of qualifications

 

How to Apply:

  1. Review the SCIS Admissions Guidelines to confirm your eligibility for admission.
  2. Submit the SCIS Scholarship Application Form.
  3. Upload your Essay Response and Personal Statement.
  4. Provide your current academic year semester / annual school reports and all full annual school reports for each middle and high school academic year you’ve previously completed.
  5. Submit a summary / resume of all achievements and activities you participated in within and outside of school over the last two years.

Application Timeline:

  • The deadline to apply for a scholarship through the SCIS International Scholars Program is Friday, December 22, 2023. Given the timely process for applying for a scholarship and admission to SCIS, it is recommended to complete the scholarship application as early as possible before the posted deadline. Application review will commence on a rolling basis.
  • Scholarship applications will be reviewed by the SCIS Scholarship Committee and preliminary feedback regarding eligibility will be communicated shortly thereafter.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be invited to meet with a member of the SCIS Scholarship Committee to discuss their candidacy, and may be asked to complete an aptitude assessment in literacy and mathematics.
  • Eligible candidates will be prompted to complete the full SCIS Application for Admission and submit all supporting documents.
  • Scholarship awards will be communicated by February 23, 2024.

For questions regarding the SCIS International Scholars Program and/or for assistance in submitting your supporting documentation, please contact scholarships@scis-china.org.

The IB Diploma Scholarship Application Form

Required

Applicant Information:

Name of Applicantrequired
First Name
Last Name
Must contain a date in M/D/YYYY format
Select the answer that best describes the basis of your scholarship application.

Contact Information:

Please provide the contact information for the primary parent supporting this scholarship application.

Name of Parentrequired
First Name
Last Name

Student Application:

We ask that the student independently completes the Essay Question and Personal Statement honestly and to the best of their ability, taking the time required and demonstrating a strong effort to help our SCIS Scholarship Committee better understand the student and how they would fit within our school community.

Essay Question: Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others.

Preferred File Format: Type your response in a word processor, then convert and save it as a PDF before uploading. Your essay should contain a minimum of 200 words and should not contain more than 600 words.

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Personal Statement: Why do you believe you are the ideal candidate for the IB Diploma Scholarship? How do you envision yourself succeeding within the SCIS community and the IB Diploma Programme?

Preferred File Format: Type your response in a word processor, then convert and save it as a PDF before uploading. Your personal statement should contain a minimum of 150 words and should not contain more than 500 words.

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School Reports:

Submit your current academic year semester / annual school reports and all full annual school reports for each middle and high school academic year you’ve previously completed.
 
Note: It is recommended to combine all school reports into one PDF and upload it as one file no larger than 20MB. If it is necessary to upload multiple files, then you must select all files together at one time. You are able to select up to five files together within each upload field. If you have difficulties uploading your files, please contact scholarships@scis-china.org.
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Summary of Achievements & Activities:

Submit a summary / resume of all achievements and activities you participated in within and outside of school over the last two years.

Preferred File Format: Type your response in a word processor, then convert and save it as a PDF before uploading. If you have difficulties uploading your files, please contact scholarships@scis-china.org.

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