The King Scholars Program at Dartmouth College is a fully funded initiative aimed at supporting low-income students from developing countries who demonstrate exceptional potential and a strong commitment to tackling poverty in their home nations.
Scholarship Overview
This program offers comprehensive support for selected students pursuing a bachelor’s degree. In addition to covering tuition costs, the program provides leadership training, mentoring, and a commitment to community-driven goals.
Tuition Fees
The tuition fees for Dartmouth College range from $62,658 to $66,123 per year, depending on the course of study. The King Scholarship covers these costs in full.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Demonstrate academic excellence and drive for success.
- Be proficient in English.
- Have a strong commitment to alleviating poverty in their home countries.
- Be involved in their communities and demonstrate leadership potential.
- Show a passion for creating positive change.
- Have the ability to thrive at a top-tier U.S. university.
Scholarship Benefits
- Full four-year tuition waiver for undergraduate studies.
- A new computer provided in the first year.
- Health insurance fully covered.
- Annual travel expenses between Dartmouth and the recipient’s home country.
- Participation in the First Year Student Enrichment Program (FYSEP) for academic readiness.
- Access to pre-orientation support, academic mentoring, and leadership training.
- Integration into a close-knit community of Scholars and support from Dartmouth’s alumni network.
Application Procedure
- Apply for admission to Dartmouth College through the Common Application or Coalition Application.
- Upload all necessary documents, including transcripts, essays, and recommendation letters.
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Application Procedure
- Visit the application webpage.
- Apply for admission to Dartmouth College.
- Proceed to upload all required documents.
- You will be automatically considered for the King Scholarship if you meet the eligibility.
Deadline/Expiration: January 2, 2025
Application link: https://students.dartmouth.edu/king-scholars/our-program/how-apply
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