Objectives and Benefits
The EHLS Scholarship Program seeks to enable naturalized citizens to develop their English skills for professional careers in the federal government.
Program Goals:
- Help students reach high-level proficiency in reading, writing, listening and speaking (level 3 on the government ILR scale)
- Provide practice for key professional skills and strategies
- Improve students' skills with information technology
- Develop students' understanding of government workplace culture
Student Rewards:
- Confidence in participating in an English-speaking professional environment
- Improved English proficiency level measured by government rating system
- Professional portfolio to present to potential employers
- Certificate from Georgetown University
News and Announcements
- 2011 Program Dates: January 3 – August 22.
- Applications are now being accepted for the 2011 program.
- Application forms for the 2011 Program.
- Application and application interview deadline: July 9, 2010.
- Open Houses and Information Sessions for 2011 Program.
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