The Next Genius Full & Half Tuition Scholarships- Union College (Bachelors) Ongoing

Awarded By: Union College in USA
Updated on May 31, 2024
Rekha Madi
Rekha Madi
University Research Analyst
Course: Bachelors
Deadline: Jan 1, 2024
Amount: USD 10 million
Countries:
United States of AmericaUSA

Scholarship Overview

Established in 2014, The Next Genius Foundation is a registered charitable trust in India with a vision to identify world-changers and connect them with outstanding University scholarships in the United States.
In the last 5 years, Next Genius partner colleges have awarded scholarships worth $20 million, helping 117 students to pursue their undergraduate education in the US.
In 2020-21, together, we hope to award over 100 scholarships to students from India.

Applicable course, university, and country

  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
  • Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
  • The scholarship is applicable for all the undergraduate courses offered by the college

 

Scholarship amount details

In 2020-21, the organization hope to award over USD 10 million worth of study abroad scholarships to more than 100 students. Next Genius Scholarship covers four years of education in a subject of their choice.

Scholarship amount can be used for:

Type of Expense Indicates if the scholarship can be used for this type of expense
Tuition & Fees ✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this
Living Expense × Not covered in scholarship
Accommodation × Not covered in scholarship
Air Fare/Travel Expenses × Not covered in scholarship
Spouse/Child Care × Not covered in scholarship
Health Cover × Not covered in scholarship
Application × Not covered in scholarship
Others × Not covered in scholarship

Number of students to be awarded:
100

Student Awards – Additional Information: The scholarship provides One Full Tuition Scholarship and Multiple Partial Scholarships for all the above-mentioned partner colleges.

Eligible student nationality

India

Appication Process for this scholarship

  • Academic transcripts
  • Proof of citizenship
  • Financial document
  • Pay registration fees of $600 and submit an online application
  • Solve an online critical thinking assessment
  • Shortlisted students are provided with detailed information about the various scholarships and are invited to identify college(s) of their preference
  • Candidates submit a complete college application to a college of their choice
  • Candidates are interviewed online
  • Scholarships are awarded in a public award ceremony: January 23 & 24, 2021
  • Next Genius Scholarships are Non-binding

Application Documents:

Type of documents Indicates if this type of document is required to be submitted
Financial/Tax Documents Required

Scholarship Application: This scholarship needs a separate external application.

Important Dates & FAQ info:

Info Date
Scholarship Deadline January 1, 2024
Scholarship Decision date Not Available
Interview Date Not Available
FAQ Link: Not Available
Contact email: helpdesk@next-genius.com
Contact number: +91 9167787851

 

Scholarship Eligibility

  • Shortlisted applicants will be required to attend an interview
  • They are interviewed online
  • Applicants who are in Grade 12 (or gap year)
  • Applicants must demonstrate strong creative problem-solving skills in academic and non-academic settings
  • Applicants must have strong team-playing and communication skills
  • Positive attitude, charisma & leadership skills
  • Applicant must be an Indian citizen, Indian citizens living abroad, OCI Card Holders, and Foreign nationals living/studying in India
  • Applicants strongly desire to study abroad at one of our partner colleges
  • Desire to be an active member of the Next Genius community and give back to society
  • Students can pay for living costs at college for 4 years (up to INR 10 Lac per year towards housing, food, insurance, flights, and books)

Special Restrictions: No Special Restriction is applicable.

Exams Details:

Exam name Indicates if exam is required and cutoff (if any)
TOEFL Required
IELTS Required
SAT Required
12 Required
Interview Required

 

iSchoolConnect Rating

4
The rating is done considering various factors

Frequently Asked Questions

The frequently asked questions about the scholarship are:

Who can apply for the Scholarship?
The scholarship is applicable to students from India.

What is the minimum Qualification Required?
The students must have completed their secondary education from a recognized institution.

What is the procedure for applying?
This scholarship needs a separate external application.

What are the documents required for filling the forms?
Official transcripts.

What is the duration of the Scholarship?
One Time