The Society for International Education announces Sister2Sister Exchange Programme 2021
Under the scheme, college & university female students from Pakistan can study in the US or abroad in summers
- Female university and college students can apply
- Qualifying students will be able to study in the US or abroad for summer exchange
- Students aged 18 to 24 are eligible to apply
The Society for International Education, funded by the United States Department of State, has opened applications for the selection process of the Sister2Sister Exchange Programme 2021.
Under the scheme, interested college and university female students from Pakistan are invited to complete and submit an online application form, which can be downloaded from the official website of the programmehttps://www.sister2sister.pk.
According to the website, the Sister2Sister Exchange Programme "plans to prepare young Pakistani women for future career opportunities in Pakistan or abroad by enabling their participation in US universities' summer undergraduate programmes.
"The programme will work towards developing mentorship and connecting young Pakistani women to academic and professional networks for educational and career advancement," the website says.
Eligibility criteria
- Female only
- Pakistani citizen
- 18- 24 years old on 1st June 2021. (Born between 1st June 1997 to 1st June 2003)
- Minimum 12 years of education
- Currently enrolled in a college or university and committed to returning to their home universities following the completion of the program.
- If you have completed a 2-year Bachelors Programme and are currently enrolled in the 1st year of Masters Program OR if you are in your 1st, 2nd or 3rd year of 4- year Bachelors Program.
- Have strong leadership qualities and potential in their university and community activities
- Have an interest in learning about the United States
- Have a high level of academic achievement in grades, awards and provide reference letters.
- At least 70% overall marks in the previous 3 academic years.
- Proficient in English.
- Students from diverse backgrounds, especially those students who have not previously had opportunities to travel internationally are encouraged to apply.
- Have not been to the United States.
What does the programme cover?
Sister2Sister Exchange Program covers:
- Full tuition fees
- Travel cost to and from the United States
- Health insurance
- Accommodation and food
- Visa fees
Deadline
The deadline to apply for the programme is January 31, 2021.