(100 awards)
The Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial
Scholarships were established by Rotary International, a network of local
civic clubs, "to further international understanding and friendly relations
among people of different countries." One of these programs (Graduate Scholarships)
provides up to $18,000 for academic fees, supplies, and housing, plus round-trip
transportation, for one year of graduate study in most fields at a university
outside the United States where Rotary clubs are located.
Rotary Scholars are expected to act
in the dual role of student and unofficial "ambassador of good will" through
appearances before Rotary clubs and other organizations both abroad and
back in the United States.
Candidates must be 18-30 years old
as of July 15 of the year of application, unless military service has intervened.
A bachelor's degree or equivalent must be earned prior to undertaking scholarship
responsibilities.
Successful candidates must have maintained
high standards in academic studies and show promise of distinguished achievement;
must demonstrate qualities of leadership, initiative, enthusiasm, adaptability,
maturity, and seriousness of purpose; and must be proficient at the time
of application in the language of the country of study.
Rotarians, their immediate relatives,
and Rotary employees are not eligible for this program. Initial application
is through a local Rotary club in the applicant's district, followed by
district and national competition.
DEADLINE: July 15 before senior
year, unless a club had set an earlier deadline.
WHEN TO PREPARE: Begin process
after sophomore year.
