Global Scholars Program

Applications for 2011-12 are due by 4 p.m. September 9 in 300 Strong Hall.

The Global Scholars Program at the University of Kansas is designed to recognize and encourage its most academically talented and motivated undergraduate students who have demonstrated an interest in global studies and are selected in a competitive process. The program provides cohorts of students with opportunities to develop their intellectual capabilities and interests to the fullest and better prepares them for careers, further study and leadership roles in today's complex international arena.

Applicants to the program should be outstanding students who are beginning their second year of college. Students are chosen based on an application and an interview. Students with a 3.75 cumulative GPA are invited to apply. Students with a strong record but a slightly lower GPA may also submit an application.

Students selected as Global Scholars:

• Enroll in an interdisciplinary honors seminar during the spring semester of their sophomore year. The Spring 2012 Global Scholars seminar is “Imperialism in a Modern World,” taught by Professor Megan Greene.
• Are matched with a distinguished faculty mentor based on their academic interests. Although the exact nature of the relationship is left to each scholar and mentor, its purpose is to foster intellectual growth.
• Receive a scholarship of $1,000 toward a KU-approved Study Abroad program, providing their grade point averages are maintained at an appropriate level of 3.0.

Applicants must complete an application form, an essay (questions found on the application form) and a personal statement. Submit recommendation forms from two recommenders. One recommendation must come from a KU course instructor. The review committee strongly suggests that both recommendations come from KU course instructors, although the second recommendation could also be completed by someone who knows you and your academic abilities well.

Fifteen scholars will be chosen from the pool to be interviewed. The Global Scholars Program runs in the same semester as the University Scholars Program coordinated by the Honors Program. Students are invited to apply to one but not both of these programs. For more information about the University Scholars Program, please go here. For more information, please contact International Programs at 785-864-6161 or oip@ku.edu.