The Thomas Jefferson Scholarship Program (TJSP) 2025-26 is a fully funded student exchange initiative in the United States, designed to provide students with a transformative academic and cultural experience. Through TJSP, participants develop valuable leadership and professional skills while enhancing their personal and cultural awareness. This program includes engaging coursework and interactive activities that help students broaden their global perspectives and prepare for their future careers.
As a non-degree program, TJSP allows students to gain hands-on experience in the U.S. without earning academic credit toward a degree. The scholarship covers essential costs such as tuition, round-trip airfare, health insurance, housing, meals, and a monthly stipend, enabling students to focus on their development during their stay in the U.S. Upon returning home, participants are encouraged to share new insights gained from this enriching program.
Supported by the U.S. Department of State and administered by IREX, this merit-based program offers a streamlined application process, with applications due by December 4, 2024.
Key Information
- Host Country:United States
- Host Organization: IREX
- Program Duration: 1 year
Financial Support Provided
- J-1 visa support
- Round-trip travel expenses
- Health insurance
- Tuition and required university fees
- Housing and meals
- A small allowance for incidentals
- Limited book allowance
- Access to alumni networking and training opportunities
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Eligibility Criteria for TJSP
- Citizenship: Must be a Tunisian citizen residing in Tunisia
- Enrollment: Full-time undergraduate student in Tunisia, in good academic standing
- Academic Year: Eligible if in the second year or above (first and final-year students are ineligible); architecture students may apply in years 2-5, and engineering students in years 2-4
- Visa Eligibility: Able to obtain a U.S. J-1 visa
- Age: At least 18 years old by July 1, 2025
- Return Commitment: Must commit to returning to Tunisia for two years following the program
- English Proficiency: Minimum Duolingo score of 100
- Academic Standing: Must complete the prior academic year in good standing
How to Apply
- Application: Complete the online application in English (unless otherwise specified).
- References: Provide contact information for two references, each from a different person (e.g., a professor or mentor).
- Submission: Submit all application materials, including references, as a single package. Only fully completed applications with both references will be reviewed by the selection committee.
For detailed application instructions, please refer to the 2025-2026 TJSP Application Instructions.
Application Deadline
- The Application Deadline is December 4, 2024