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From http://www.qfi.org/programs/youth-engagement/academic-excellence/arabic-study-awards/

Applications for Qatar Foundation International’s Arabic Study Awards for 2017-2018 are now open. The deadline to apply is April 2, 2017.

QFI’s Academic Excellence Awards are granted to two outstanding high school seniors in the United States who plan to major in (1) Arabic language studies or (2) Middle East Studies with a concentration or minor in Arabic language at a university/college starting in fall 2017. This award is issued on a merit basis through a national competition. Awardees receive a one-time award of up to $15,000 towards tuition for the first year of their university/college education. Applicants are evaluated based on their academic records, letters of recommendation, and personal statements.

QFI Arabic Study Awards (High School) are granted to graduating high school seniors in the United States who plan to major in (1) Arabic language studies or (2) Middle East Studies with a concentration or minor in Arabic language starting in fall 2017. Merit and financial need are taken into consideration when selecting awardees. Award amounts are determined by unmet financial need, as determined by FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and a university or college financial aid statement. Awardees receive a one-time award of up to $5,000 towards tuition for the 2017-2018 academic year. Applicants are required to demonstrate that their intended university/college offers advanced-level courses in the Arabic language. Applicants are evaluated on the basis of their academic records, letters of recommendation, and personal statements.

QFI Arabic Study Awards (Undergraduate) are granted to exceptional rising university-level juniors and seniors in the United States who have declared a major in (1) Arabic language studies or (2) Middle East Studies with a concentration or minor in Arabic language. Merit and financial need are taken into consideration when selecting awardees. Award amounts are determined by unmet financial need, as determined by FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and university/college financial aid packages. Awardees receive a one-time award of up to $5,000 towards tuition for the 2017-2018 academic year. Applicants are required to demonstrate that their university/college offers advanced-level courses in the Arabic language. Applicants are evaluated on the basis of their academic records, letters of recommendation, and personal statements.

To inquire further about the QFI Arabic Study Awards, please contact QFI at yallah@qfi.org.