Next Genius Scholarship Program

Indian students who want to study for an undergraduate degree in the US have the option to do so through the Next Genius Scholarship, also known as the NextGen scholarship. The scholarships provide students with partial or full tuition fee exemptions due to the high expense of studying in the United States.

Particulars	Details
Scholarship Type	Tuition fee waiver and Merit based
Organization	The Next Genius Foundation
Application Deadline	01 October 2023
No. of Scholarships	100
Amount	Variable

About Next Genius Scholarship Program

Below we have mentioned the Next Genius Scholarship Program:

• 100 Indian students are expected to get Next Genius scholarships in 2023–2024, according to the charity.
• For the whole length of the bachelor’s program at the selected US university, scholarships are given.
• The NextGen scholarship’s eligibility to be renewed is based on how well the student performed academically the previous academic year.
• Applicants who qualify must have finished their senior year of high school in India alone.
• Selections are made at two different levels: Online Personal Interview and Critical Thinking Test
• Before October 1, 2023, qualified applicants must submit a separate application form in order to be considered for the NextGenius award for 2024. 

Also Read: Oasis Scholarship

Grant Details

Indian students have the opportunity to continue higher education in the USA thanks to the Next Genius award, a 10 million (INR 82.81 Cr) USD award. The applicants must intend to study for a four-year undergraduate degree at one of the institutions listed below:

The Next Genius Scholarship is awarded to deserving students who demonstrate excellence in academics, critical thinking, soft skills, self-awareness, and personal vision. 

Also Read: Chevening Scholarship

The Next Genius Scholarship Program Deadline

Below mentioned is the deadline for Next Genius Scholarship Program:

Particulars	Details
Acceptance	April 10, 2024
Application Submission Date	October 1, 2023

The Next Genius Scholarship Program Eligibility Criteria

The following qualifying conditions must be satisfied by candidates in order to be eligible for the Next Genius Scholarship:

• Academic Requirement: Senior in high school or in grade XII.
• Applicants who are presently taking a gap year are also welcome.
• Citizenship: Citizen of India
• Holders of OCI Cards
• Individuals from outside residing in India
• Strong problem-solving abilities in both academic and non-academic environments.
• Work towards advancing society’s well-being and have a strong desire to pursue an international education.
• Soft Skills: Communication and teamwork
• Financial Capability: While studying in the United States, students should be able to cover their living costs and other costs.

The Next Genius Scholarship Program Application Process

If you wish to take advantage of the Next Genius Scholarship Programme. 

• Register and enter the information below.
• Name of the student and email address
• Personal information like a mobile number and citizenship
• Academic credentials such as grades, program, and institution
• NextGenius Payment ID for Registration
• Pay the 300 INR registration fee.
• Potential scholars must finish their profiles after completing the online registration procedure. 

Also Read: Haas Scholarship

The following table summarizes the NextGen Scholarship 2023 application period:

Event	Timeline / Deadline
Scholarship Enrollment & Acceptance	1 May 2023
Online Application	May – October
Online Critical Thinking Test	11 October 2023
College Selection	26 October 2023
College Application	14 December 2023
Online Interviews and Awards	23 & 24 January 2024

Selection Process for Next Genius Scholarship Program

The NextGenius Scholarship must locate the candidates who are the greatest match for the scholarship by putting them through a screening process that will assess their knowledge and capabilities.

There will be two levels to the selection procedure:

• Level I: Online critical thinking test measures the student’s capacity for critical thought and the speed at which they can resolve challenging issues.
• Students who have been shortlisted will be given information about the scholarship and questioned about their preferred college.
• Level II: Candidates who have been shortlisted will be invited to Mumbai for a personal interview and award ceremony, during which the scholarship recipients will be recognised in front of the general audience.
• Students must provide documentation of their completed applications to their top-choice US colleges.

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