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We guarantee that talented individuals are supported and graduate without the burden of tuition debt.

Step 1

Step 1.1

Application Submission

Visit EduFund’s representative to start your application. Prepare all required documents, such as transcripts, letters of recommendation, financial statements, and a personal statement. Carefully read the application instructions, understand the required documents, and note all deadlines to ensure your application is complete and submitted on time.

Step 1.2

Receive the Evaluation Criteria Set from SIMI Swiss

When applying for funding or participating in a program supported by SIMI Swiss, it is crucial to understand the evaluation process and what is expected of you. The evaluation criteria set from SIMI Swiss provides detailed guidelines on how applicants will be assessed. This set typically includes the standards and benchmarks used to measure an applicant’s qualifications, achievements, and potential for success in their educational or professional pursuits.

Step 1.3

Prepare documents, evidence, and self-assess against the criteria

When applying for a Edufund, it is essential to be well-prepared and thoroughly understand the evaluation criteria. This involves gathering all necessary documents and evidence to support your application and conducting a self-assessment to evaluate how well you meet each criterion

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Step 2

Step 2.1

Initial Screening

Your application will be reviewed to ensure all required documents are included and that you meet the basic eligibility criteria. The information provided, such as academic records and financial statements, will be verified for accuracy, so ensure it is up-to-date to prevent delays.

Step 2.2

Detailed Evaluation

Your application will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

  • Education: Your academic background and qualifications.
  • Experience: Your professional and personal experiences relevant to the program.
  • English: Your proficiency in English, including written and spoken skills.
  • Awards: Any honors, awards, or recognitions you have received.
  • Other: Additional factors such as extracurricular activities, volunteer work, and special skills.
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Step 3

Step 3.1

Scoring and Ranking

A scoring rubric will assign weights to various criteria, including academic achievement, financial need, extracurricular involvement, personal statement quality, and interview performance. Applicants will then be ranked based on this system to ensure an objective decision-making process.

Step 2.2

Selection Committee Review

A committee of faculty members, donors, EduFund representatives, and possibly student representatives will review the ranked candidates, discuss their qualifications, and make the final selection based on the rankings and any additional insights or considerations.

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Step 4

Step 4.1

Final Decision Making

The selection committee will make the final decisions on which students receive funding based on overall scores, interview feedback, and alignment with EduFund’s mission. They will also determine the amount and type of funding each selected student will receive, such as full or partial scholarships, grants, or stipends.

Step 2.2

Selection Committee Review

All applicants will be notified of their application outcome. If not selected, you may receive feedback to help improve future applications. If selected, you will need to formally accept the scholarship offer and confirm your commitment to the terms and conditions.

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Who could join our Edufund?

You can participate if you belong to one of the following groups (note that the programs and regions may change according to policy over time)
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