U.S. Department of State Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program 2025-2026

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U.S. Department of State United States 2026

Information

The Kennedy-Lugar YES Program enables high school students from eligible countries to study for an academic year in the United States as youth ambassadors. It is fully funded and covers airfare, orientation, host family placement, stipend, health insurance, and program activities.

Benefits

Round-trip airfare, pre-departure orientation, host family placement, monthly stipend, health insurance, and program activities/materials.

Eligibility

Be 15-18 years old by August 2025; be enrolled in secondary school in Nigeria; meet other specified requirements for the YES program.

Application

There are multiple rounds in the selection process, including a pre-selection exam in November; interested candidates should contact the program for dates and testing sites and follow the official application steps.

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