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Definition
The Scholarship program at ISP is partially funded through donations to the School from parents, corporations, Alumni, and others.
The goal of the program is to make the ISP educational experience available to a diverse range of students. These Scholarships are based not only on financial need, but also merit; ISP actively seeks excellent students who will benefit from an ISP education, and who will be an asset to the ISP community of learners.
Eligibility
ISP Scholarships are available to Czech citizens and other residents of the Czech Republic. Currently, scholarships are only granted to students in the Upper School (Grades 9-12).
Preference is given to students who begin their ISP career in 9th Grade (approx. age 14), although admission in later years is also considered.
In addition to fulfilling the normal requirements for admission to ISP, an applicant who wishes to be considered for a Scholarship must demonstrate:
- an excellent academic record (a special talent outside of academics is highly desirable);
- a strong command of the English language (written and verbal);
- a desire to enroll in the full International Baccalaureate program;
- an openness to consider enrolling in a University (after graduation from ISP) which is outside of the Czech Republic and where English in the language of instruction;
- a strong desire to obtain an education in a multi-cultural environment;
- good citizenship and exceptional character.
Process
Obtain and complete the regular application for admission (available through the ISP Admissions’ Office).
Include with the application:
- School transcripts for the last two full academic years.
- two recommendations from non-relatives, one academic and the other personal.
- Copies of parents’ Czech Income Tax Forms for the last two years.
Following a positive review of the application by the ISP Scholarship Committee, prospective students are asked to take an English proficiency exam and other assessments. After successful completion of this, candidates are interviewed by the Upper School’s Principal & Counselors, the International Baccalaureate Coordinator, an Upper School Faculty member, and the Director of Admissions. Parents are welcome to attend these interviews.
Based on the financial situation of the family, successful applicants receive a Scholarship offer ranging from partial to full tuition (which can include the cost of many athletic & cultural trips, and the costs of tests for college admission (PSAT, SAT, SAT Prep Course and IB)).
Scholarship students are expected to maintain satisfactory grades and to adhere to the behavioral guidelines of ISP.
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