The
Study Abroad
Scholarship
So, what does the Study Abroad Scholarship cover?
- Hosting by Rotary club in foreign country with assigned Youth Exchange Counselor
- Tuition and school fees provided by the host Rotary club
- Room and board for one academic year – accommodations including meals with your host family
- Monthly stipend provided by the host Rotary club
- Pre-departure orientation and training, and some in-country orientations
- 24-hour world-wide emergency assistance
Program Costs
We are the lowest cost student exchange program, period! The program is completely administered by volunteer Rotary club members, keeping program expenses low. Costs vary depending on the district and country where the exchange occurs, so contact your local club or district for specific information.
Typically, student and their parents/guardians are expected to cover the following expenses:
HOW TO APPLY
Rotary Youth Exchanges are administered locally and all applicants must be sponsored by a local Rotary club and district. Rotary clubs exist in most countries and geographical areas, and Youth Exchanges take place in nearly all of them. Each Rotary district has its own application and selection process.