YFU USA Germany For You Application

Family Information

Tell us a bit about your family.
Parent/Guardian 1
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Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Address is same as student's*

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Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Email*
Occupation*
Parent/Guardian 2
Name

First NameLast Name
Address is same as student's

YesNo
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Email
example@example.com
Occupation
Siblings
If you have siblings, please list their first name and age, separating each one with a comma. Put N/A for no siblings.*

Interests and Motivation

Tell us a bit about yourself, your interests, and why you would like to study abroad.
What are your plans after exchange?*
How would you describe yourself?*
How would one of your friends describe you?*
How do you hope your exchange experience will influence you as a person?*
Are there any new hobbies you would like to take up while abroad?*
What subjects in school interest you the most? Why?*
Which foreign language(s), if any, have you studied and for how long?*
What kind of music do you like to listen to?*
What sport(s), if any, do you play or watch and for how long?*
Germany For You Scholarship
Do you play an instrument or sing in choir? For how long?*
What clubs or organizations are you a member of? What do you enjoy about them? How long have you been involved?*
What are some activities you do with friends?*
What chores, if any, are you expected to help with at home?*

Essay Questions

Essays should be between 250 - 500 words. Please complete the following 3 essays to the best of your ablity.
Students will be evaluated for their scholarships based on the following factors in their essays:
- Open-mindedness
- Tolerance for differences
- Strong sense of self
- Self-motivation
- Ability to tolerate failure
- Adaptability/flexibility
- Positive and realistic expectations
- Sense of humor
- Ability to communicate
- Positive regard for others
- Curiosity
Interpersonal skills are valuable tools for an exchange student. Describe your relationship with one of your family members and a close friend, noting the different qualities that each of you contribute to said relationship.*
Has your family gone through a hardship recently? If so, can you tell us how it has impacted you and how this scholarship will impact your future plans? *
What about the exchange experience appeals to you? What will you bring to the experience and how do you see it having an impact on your life and the lives of others? *

Upload Required Documents

Download and have these documents completed by the appropriate person.
- School certificate (filled out by your school's guidance counselor)
- Health Certificate (filled out by a parent)
- Teacher Recommendation (filled out by a teacher of your choice)
School Certificate*

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