This scholarship is made available by the President of the University of Haifa.  To be eligible, candidates have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.7 or the equivalent.  The transcript submitted with the application for admission to the International School will be used to assess eligibility for merit-based aid.  In addition, please submit the following items:

• Two academic letters of recommendation
• Personal Statement:  The Presidential Scholars Program is intended for potential leaders in their respective fields.  Please write a one page statement explaining how your study at the University of Haifa will contribute to your role as a future leader in your chosen field.
• Resume including a list of awards and honors received 

In order to submit an application for the Presidential Merit Scholarship, the student must have applied for admission and been accepted to the International School .  You are welcome to submit an application for the Presidential Merit Scholarship at the time you submit your application for admission.

The Presidential Merit Scholarship is only available for students who will study for one semester or full year at the University of Haifa.  Students participating in summer programs are not eligible.

Recipients of Presidential Merit Scholarship from the University of Haifa are required to participate in the Volunteer Program while they are in Haifa.  In addition, they will be expected to serve as ambassadors for the University of Haifa for the year following their return to their home countries.  As ambassadors they will be expected to promote the University of Haifa via participation in Israel program fairs, visits to Hebrew classes and other relevant groups on campuses, and telephone and e-mail contact with potential applicants.

The application deadline for the Presidential Merit Scholarship for the fall semester and full year is April 15; for spring semester only the deadline is November 15.