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NCWA Scholars: International Programs

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The Naples Council on World Affairs (NCWA) invites current high school juniors in Collier and Lee counties to apply for the NCWA Scholars Program--competitive scholarships that place students in rigorous international relations, diplomacy, national security, global health, climate, and leadership programs in the U.S. and abroad each summer.

NCWA Scholars International Programs comprise international relations classroom and interactive programming, and some offer home stay opportunities. Our scholars study with university faculty and practitioners, collaborate with peers from around the world, and return home with practical skills—and a clearer sense of purpose.

How students benefit

  • College-level learning: Small seminars led by expert faculty; case studies on current global issues.

  • Real-world skills: Brief writing, public speaking, negotiation, data literacy, cross-cultural teamwork.

  • Confidence and leadership: Guided practice running meetings, leading teams, and framing solutions.

  • Global perspective: Exposure to diverse viewpoints builds empathy, nuance, and media savvy.

  • Mentorship and community: Connection to NCWA members, alumni, and a growing scholar network.

  • Homestay options: Some programs run through The Experiment in International Living include a vetted host-family stay, adding an immersive, real-world cultural experience.

Judy Baker
International Scholarships Program Chair 
jebstar44@gmail.com          

International program options

Placements are matched to each scholar’s interests and strengths. Recent programs have included:

Eligibility and selection

  • Who can apply: Current juniors in Collier or Lee counties with strong academics, curiosity about global issues, and a record of character, service, and leadership potential.

  • Personal or financial need: Considered; NCWA seeks to remove barriers for qualified students.

  • Process: Detailed written application, teacher recommendations, and a brief interview with a panel of NCWA board members.

What the scholarship will cover

Awards will include tuition, room and board, and travel. NCWA coordinates logistics with families and maintains clear safety protocols. Delegates will need spending money.

Expectations of NCWA Scholars

  • Participate fully in all seminar activities.

  • Submit a post-program reflection essay and video briefing.

  • Share key takeaways with peers, NCWA members and the public (e.g., classroom talk, club visit, press release or media interview, or NCWA event).

Key dates

  • Applications open: October 2025

  • Application deadline: December 15

  • Letters of recommendation deadline: January 10, 2026

  • Interviews: Mid-January

  • Awards announced: February

  • Programs run: June–July

Apply now
(THE APPLICATION FORM WILL BE AVAILABLE SOON!)

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NCWA Scholar Alumni

Catherine Saadeh
Gulf Coast High School
Oxford Academia
International Relations and Diplomacy


NCWA Selects Five Students
For International Scholarships in 2025 

Five students from high schools in Collier and Lee Counties were selected to receive NCWA scholarships for study at international universities and programs in the summer of 2025.

An additional seven students were chosen to receive summer scholarships for study at programs in the U.S. (Click here to see North American Scholarships).

Mason Lyba
Aubrey Rogers High School
Japan Language and Culture


Victoria Busch
Fort Myers High School
Germany

Clayton Grass
Gulf Coast High School
Germany

Siri Kolli
Aubrey Rogers High School
Costa Rica

NCWA Granted International Scholarships to Five Students in 2024

                     

                     Helena Brewer                               Brandy Gutierrez                            Isabella Lala
             Gulf Coast High School                Palmetto Ridge High School              Gulf Coast High School
               Ghana                                         Costa Rica                                     Japan


                                               

                                          Selma Parfene                                 Isidor Radojevic
                                    Gulf Coast High School                    Barron Collier High School    
                                        Oxford University                                    Germany

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Students tell us about their experiences in NCWA programs 
in videos that can be viewed by clicking here.

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