FAQ
National Scholarship
What kind of applicants is the AADF looking for the National Scholarship?
To fulfill the mission of the program, AADF is looking for promising students that demonstrate high academic performance and active citizenship and/or participation in extracurricular activities or projects.
Is there an age restriction?
AADF Scholarship Program targets talented youth in Albania, who want to advance their education with a dual or foreign degree of international standard. The age group of selected scholarship recipients is 18-29 and varies from education institution (please refer to the eligibility criteria under each Partner Institution).
Can I apply to other education institutions, not listed in the website and still receive a scholarship?
After careful consideration of the Partner Institutions’ academic offer and their alignment with our Program’s goal, AADF Scholarship Program will support with partial scholarships programs at Holberton Albania, RIT Tirana and College of Europe (Tirana Campus), for this cohort.
Can I apply to two or more education institutions, partners of the National Scholarship?
Yes, but to ensure the equal opportunities for every applicant, our Program will cover the tuition fee through scholarship for one education institution only. Also, keep in mind that for a full application, you should submit the approval letter from the education institution you are applying to. If you will be selected for a scholarship, you may need to determine the education institution via email.
What expenses will the scholarship cover?
The AADF Program Scholarship will cover either partial or full tuition fees, depending on the institution, for the entire duration of the study program. For example, if a student is awarded a partial scholarship for a Bachelor’s degree, the agreed portion of the tuition fee will be covered for all academic years, provided the student continues to meet the renewal criteria.
Am I allowed to apply for a scholarship at AADF, if I already have found some other scholarship resources that partially cover my studies fee?
Yes, you are allowed to consider other funding sources for partial scholarships only. However, you need to declare these sources in your application, specifically the Financial Aid and Awards section.
When is the deadline for the AADF Scholarship Program application?
Please refer to the timeline displayed under each Partner Institution section. We would encourage you not to leave the application for the last day, to avoid any potential technical issues.
Which are the next steps, after I am selected for the scholarship?
You should expect a detailed email with the information, amount of scholarship, terms and conditions, shortly after the first email of selection. You can choose to accept or decline the scholarship award, by replying to this email.
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U.S. Scholarship
What is the AADF U.S. Scholarship Component?
The AADF U.S. Scholarship Component is part of the AADF Scholarship Program. Beneficiaries of this scholarship, chosen for their academic merit and leadership potential, have the opportunity to study at the postgraduate level (master’s degree) in the United States. This program aims to select and train future leaders and change makers who are committed to returning to Albania and contributing in the country’s further development.
Who can apply for the AADF U.S. Scholarship?
Grants are only available for Albanian citizens with no U.S. or other foreign permanent residence, to go to the United States.
I’m a dual citizen, can I still apply for the scholarship?
This scholarship program is available only to Albanian citizens who currently live in Albania, and plan to live in Albania in the future. All applicants must convincingly demonstrate their devotion to the long-term, economic development of Albania. If you have a U.S. citizenship, or any other non-Albanian citizenship, on top of your Albanian citizenship, you are not eligible to apply.
Can my spouse/children/domestic partner accompany me to the United States?
Yes they can, provided they receive the necessary U.S. visa. Please note that any costs that derive from your spouse/children/domestic partner accompanying you to the United States will not be covered by the AADF scholarship and will be entirely your responsibility.
What costs are covered as part of the AADF U.S. Scholarship?
This scholarship covers the tuition fee for Master studies in the selected United States universities, up to 35,000 USD per academic year.