Next Genius Scholarship: A Comprehensive Guide

The Next Genius Scholarship Program is a unique opportunity for Indian students who wish to pursue undergraduate education in renowned universities in the U.S. Through this scholarship, students can receive a full or partial tuition waiver and cover the cost of studying abroad.

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Key Highlights

Type: Merit-Based Tuition-Fee Waiver
Scholarship Amount: Variable
Number of Scholarships: 200
Renewability: Depends on academic performance in previous cycles
Deadline: October 1, 2024
Application Fee: ₹700

Why Next Genius Scholarship?

The scholarship is for undergraduate studies.
More than 100 Indian students will benefit from this.
The selection of the awardees is rigorous, and the awardees will receive the most suitable scholarship.

Eligibility Criteria

The Next Genius Scholarship is available to applicants who meet the following criteria:

Education

Currently in their final year of high school, 12th grade or taking a gap year.

Nationality

Only Indian citizens with an OCI card or foreign nationals with valid residence status in India are eligible.

Skills and Vision

Possess clear critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Have verbal and written team communication skills.
Possess a core personal vision aimed at contributing to society.

Financial Responsibility

Ability to sustain living and travel expenses in the United States.

Partner Universities

Scholarship recipients can choose from several prestigious U.S. institutions, including:

Knox College
Wheaton College
Beloit College
Syracuse University
Juniata College
Centre College
Lynn College
Ohio Wesleyan University
TCU (Texas Christian University)
Ithaca College

Application Timeline

Event	Deadline/Timeline
Online Application	May – October
Critical Thinking Test	October
College Selection	October
College Applications	December
Interviews and Awards	January
Scholarship Acceptance	May

Next Genius Scholarship Application Process

Follow these steps to apply:

Visit the official Next Genius Scholarship website and complete the registration process by entering your personal and academic details.
Pay the registration fee.
Pay ₹700 using UPI to complete your registration.
Submit your application.
Indicate that you are applying to your preferred U.S. university and support your application.
Complete the online test.
Clear the critical thinking test to progress to the next stage.

Selection Process

The selection process occurs in two levels:

Level 1: Critical Thinking Test – Online

Assess the candidate’s performance capabilities in terms of time and completion of complex tasks.

The shortlisted candidates will receive a scholarship application and the choice of their preferred university.

Level 2: Interview

The shortlisted students will go to Mumbai for the interview and the Next Genius Scholarship award ceremony.

The winners will receive a scholarship certificate.

Next Genius Scholarship is one of the largest initiatives to support Indian students to study abroad at a higher level. Students selected for this scholarship will get a scholarship covering four years of undergraduate studies as long as their academic record is excellent.

Conclusion

Next Genius Scholarship is an opportunity for all those seeking financial assistance to pursue a world-class education in the USA. This scholarship has a clear selection process, and with the backing of partner universities, it supports deserving students to achieve their academic goals.

Apply today to take the next step toward an exciting educational journey in the U.S.!