Education USA Scholars Program (ESP) 2025

EducationUSA Scholars Program (ESP) is a program supported by the U.S. Department of State that facilitates access to U.S. higher education for academically talented Ethiopian students. The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa will identify 20 Ethiopian students to join the 2025 cohort of the ESP program. The objective of the ESP is to assist these high-achieving students in the U.S. college and university admissions process.

The program supports students through regularly scheduled training sessions throughout the U.S. college application process. It includes academic counseling, preparation for standardized tests (TOEFL, SAT), and assistance with college application essay writing. Students will be selected based on academic records, essay writing, and an interview. Selected students may be eligible for the Opportunity Program Fund (OPF), which covers costs related to standardized tests and U.S. visa fees. The first few successful candidates will also receive an airline ticket to the U.S.

Eligibility Requirements

To apply to the program, you must meet the following criteria:

• Live and attend school in Ethiopia

• Be a high-achieving student

• Complete Grade 11 by the end of this academic year and attend Grade 12 during the next academic year

• Commit to attending all 4 weeks of the ESP sessions