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Student Scholarship Program

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The Zorig Foundation's longest-running scholarship, implemented in collaboration with the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), remains our flagship initiative, having supported the education of 1,380 students since 2001. Scholarship recipients have spearheaded 240 small-scale community development projects, further amplifying the program's impact. Tailored to assist academically accomplished and socially engaged students navigating financial barriers, this scholarship program reflects the foundation's steadfast dedication to education and community empowerment.

Program details

Program duration

10 month

Number of participants

60

Program fee

Free

Program starts

September every year

By the numbers:

Established year

2001

Alumni

1,380

Community development projects

240

Donors:

Current

Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation

FAQ

The scholarship program is open to second or upper-year students currently enrolled in a local university, pursuing undergraduate studies, and maintaining a GPA of 3.2 or higher. Prospective candidates are expected to exhibit leadership potential, active participation in social initiatives or extracurricular activities, and the ability to generate project ideas that contribute to community development. Notably, applicants must demonstrate specific financial needs and should not have received grants or scholarships from other sources.

By participating in the program, participants not only receive financial aid but also have the opportunity to develop themselves through four skill-building seminars and enhance their skills in project writing and implementation. Throughout the program, they gain hands-on experience working on a community project in teams and connect with fellow students, empowering each other.

Scholarship recipients will be divided into 10 teams to identify social issues and initiate small-scale projects to address them, utilizing the knowledge and skills gained through the program. They will actively engage in project implementation, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the community challenges and fostering positive change within their communities.

А.Jamyansuren

SDC 2021 Alumnus

А.Jamyansuren
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