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EducationUSA Scholars Program (ESP) is a program supported by the U.S. Department of State that facilitates access to U.S. higher education for academically talented Ethiopian students. The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa plans to select 20 Ethiopian students for the 2026 ESP cohort. The objective of the ESP is to assist these high-achieving students in the admissions process to U.S. college and university.
The program supports students through regularly scheduled training sessions throughout the U.S. college application process. It includes academic counseling, preparation for standardized tests (TOEFL, SAT), and assistance with college application essay writing. Students will be selected based on academic records, essay writing, and an interview.
Eligibility Requirements
To apply to the program, you must meet the following criteria:
Live and attend school in Ethiopia
Be a high-achieving student
Complete Grade 11 by the end of this academic year and attend Grade 12 in September 2026
Commit to attending all 4 weeks of the ESP daily sessions during the summer (between July and August 2026)
Application Submission
Please submit your application by April 3, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. EAT using the link below. You must attach scanned copies of the following documents:
Your secondary school transcript (Grades 9, 10, and 11)
A support letter from your school stating your academic and financial status
Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered.
Proceed to the application by clicking on "Click Here to Apply" button below.
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