Scholarship
Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) program
A cultural exchange program that provides scholarships for high school students to spend an academic year in the United States. Participants live with host families and attend American high schools.
About this scholarship
Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) program is offered by U.S. Department of State at certificate level. The award is valued at Full program costs, provided as full ride support.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as full ride funding. Applicants selected receive Full program costs. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at certificate level. Nationality requirements apply: Libya.
Eligibility
Libyan high school students meeting age and academic requirements.
How to apply
No fixed closing date is published, so check the provider for the current cycle. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
certificate
Nationality requirements
Libya
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- U.S. Department of State
- Award
- Full program costs
- Funding type
- full ride
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- certificate
- Nationality
- Libya
- Deadline
- Deadline unknown
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-20