The Coexe Scholars Program

About the Program:

Generous donors support a scholarship for the dependents of international school teachers, recognizing and celebrating the distinctive experiences and strengths of students who grow up alongside overseas educators.

If you are an overseas educator or supporter of international education, consider contributing to help these globally raised students thrive, please contact us. 

Scholarship Overview

• Award Amount: Up to $10,000

• Eligibility: Grade 12 (Senior) children of Coexe members in good standing as of August 1st during the year of award. 

• Current Cycle Application Deadline: February 28th, 2026 (Funds to be distributed the following school year).

• Renewability: Scholarship awards are one-time grants.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the Coexe Merit-Based Scholarship, applicants must:

• Be a dependent child of a Coexe member who is in good standing as of August 1st during the year of award. 

• Be planning to enroll as a full-time undergraduate student at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school.

• Demonstrate academic competence, leadership and/or leadership potential, and outstanding personal characteristics.

Selection Criteria

Scholarships will be awarded based on:

• Leadership & Extracurricular Involvement – Participation in student government, clubs, sports, community service, or volunteer work. 

• Academic Achievement – There is no minimum GPA requirement, however GPA will be considered as part of the overall merit of the application.

• Personal Essay – An essay that is between 500 and 1000 words on one of the following topics:

  • • “How has your international upbringing shaped your identity and worldview in a way that makes you uniquely qualified to tackle future problems?”

    • “Describe a meaningful service project or cultural experience you have participated in as a student at an international school, and how it has impacted you.”

    • “What lessons have you learned from being raised by an educator, and how has it influenced your approach to learning?” 

    • “Moving frequently as the child of an international school teacher can be both rewarding and challenging. Describe a time when you faced a challenge due to your transient lifestyle and how you overcame it.”

• Letters of Recommendation – Two letters from teachers, mentors, or community leaders attesting to the applicant’s character and achievements. Letter writers must include their phone number and email addresses as contact information. 

Application Process

1. Complete the Application Form 

   • Application form for the Coexe Scholarship for Overseas Educator Dependents.  

2. Deadline & Submission

   • Applications must be submitted not later than12:00pm (noon), GMT on the specified deadline.

   • Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

3. Review & Selection

   • Applications are reviewed by an independent scholarship committee.

   • Finalists may be contacted for additional information or an interview.

4. Award Announcement

   • Recipients will be notified by email.

   • Scholarship funds will be disbursed directly to the recipient’s institution.

Coexe is committed to supporting students who demonstrate leadership, character, and a commitment to making a positive impact.

We look forward to receiving your application!