How We Identify Scholars

 

July - November, 2022

Online Application

Pay registration fees of ₹600 [non-refundable] and submit your online application.  

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Deadline November 14, 2022

Online Critical Thinking Test

Solve an online critical thinking assessment. 

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November, 2022

College Selection

Shortlisted students are provided with detailed information about the various scholarships and are invited to identify college(s) of their preference.

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January 1, 2023

College Application

Candidates submit a complete college application to a college of their choice.

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January 21 & 22, 2023

Online Interview & Awards

Candidates are interviewed online. Scholarships are awarded in a public award ceremony. 

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May 1, 2023

Scholarship Acceptance & Enrollment

Scholarship winners have till May 1, 2023 to confirm their acceptance. Next Genius Scholarships are Non-binding.

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Student Handbook

For detailed information about the program and policies, checkout the Student Handbook 2022-23

What We Look For

 

High School Seniors

Currently in Grade 12 (or gap year)

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Citizenship

• Citizens of Bangladesh, India & Nepal are eligible 

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• Foreign nationals studying  in Bangladesh, India & Nepal are also eligible. This means: any foreign passport holder/expat living or studying in a high school in Bangladesh, India or Nepal is also eligible

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Critical Thinking Ability

Strong creative problem-solving skills, both in academic and non-academic settings

 

Soft Skills

Strong team playing and communication skills. Positive attitude, charisma & leadership skill

 

Personal Vision

Strong desire to study abroad at one of our partner colleges. Desire to be an active member of the Next Genius community and give back to society

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Need Aware

Ability to pay for living costs at college for a duration of 4 years (up to INR 10 Lac per year towards housing, food, insurance, flights, books)

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College Fit

Students who create their college list based on “fit” tend to gain more success in the application process. We highly encourage you to learn more about the colleges and scholarships and identify the colleges that fit your aspirations and profile the best.