International Student Scholars Program

International Student Scholars Program

East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina, USA is pleased to announce a Scholar program developed in conjunction with a study abroad experience for highly motivated visiting International Students. The International Student Scholars Program is affiliated with the EC Scholars Program, ECU’s most distinguished merit scholarship program for academically–gifted students with strong leadership potential and service orientation. International students who are selected to be International Student Scholars receive the prestige and honor of being named an International Student Scholar and participate with the EC Scholars in this academically challenging and rewarding program. This opportunity is available for Fall Semester, Spring Semester or a Full Year study.

Eligibility

Open to any major
Students must have completed one year of full–time study at their home university by the time of enrollment at ECU
Open to students who have demonstrated academic success, leadership and service

Program Overview

Receive the prestige and honor of being named an International Scholar
Involvement in the EC Scholars Program
Opportunity to receive a $500.00 award from the Office of Undergraduate Research and be mentored by a professor in an area of interest
Live in a dedicated Honors/International Residential Community
Academic Service Learning–a program designed to develop leadership and community involvement through required, guided volunteer experiences in our community
Positions available for Fall or Spring Semester or for a full academic year
The Offices of the University Honors Program and International Affairs collaborate to design student curricula

Application Process

International Exchange Application - www.ecu.edu/intlaffairs/incomingapplication.cfm
International Scholars Application
Essay / Personal Statement
Deadlines:
1. May 15 for Autumn Semester or Full Year
2. October 31 for Spring Semester