THIS SCHOLARSHIP IS CLOSED FOR THIS YEAR!
AFS is pleased to announce that Kimberly-Clark Australia and New Zealand is offering one full scholarship to any AFS country worldwide on any program- High School, Community Service or University Exchange departing in late 2008 or 2009!
The scholarship covers the entire AFS participation fee, which includes:
√ Return travel from your home right to the door of your host family
√ Orientation and enrichment activities during the stay
√ Medical costs incurred during the visit, except for pre-existing conditions, dental and eye care
Who is eligible?
For high school programs:
Any relative of a Kimberly-Clark employee in Australia or New Zealand who:
√ is attending secondary school and aged 14-17 at the time of application in Australia and 15-17 in New Zealand
√ meets the AFS application guidelines
For 18+ Community Service Programs: Any relative of a Kimberly Clark Australia or New Zealand employee who is:
√ Mature enough to meet the challenges of life in another country as a member of a family and community
√ Able to demonstrate through academic records a willingness to
work consistently
√ In good health
How do I apply?
You can register your interest by enquiring online or calling 1300 131 736 by 16 May 2008.
I am ready to apply now!
You can complete an Online Application -click here.
When is the closing Date for Applications?
Ensure that your complete AFS online application is submitted by 1 July 2008.
Kimberly-Clark Australia and New Zealand has been working in partnership with AFS since 1994.
During this time fourteen students have taken up the challenge of living and studying overseas for one year.
Further information on Kimberly-Clark Australia can be found at Kimberly-Clark Australia website
What's it really like?
Click on the above link to read Drew’s final report from Chile where he spent a year as an AFS/Kimberly-Clark Scholarship winner.
Discover the Real Europe
Johanna Sabaliauskas is coming to the end of her year in Sweden and has written about the springtime there. Click on the above title to read about it.
Teaching English in Costa Rica
Richard Beumer has just returned from his 6 month stay in Costa Rica working at an organic farm and teaching English.
