Flex, News

Congratulations to the FLEX finalists!

FLEX finalists will spend an academic year living with a volunteer host family in the U.S. and attending a U.S. high school.

Important Note: All FLEX finalists have received a call from a FLEX staff member. If you have not received a call, this unfortunately means that you were not selected as a finalist.

We congratulate you on making it to the semi-finalist round and thank you for participating in this competition.
If you fall within the age and grade requirements for next year, we encourage you to apply again. If you have any questions, please email us at flex@americancouncilstm.org

Please contact American Councils for further information:
tel. (+99312) 36-90-22; (+99363) 50-20-36
https://americancouncilstm.org/flex/

FLEX is a program of the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. Government, administered by
American Councils for International Education.

EdUSA, Program applications

The EducationUSA Competitive College Club (CCC) Program Accepts Applications

CCC is a program for active and motivated high school students in the 9-12th grades with intention to apply for US colleges. Participation is Free of Charge; however, we require 100% attendance, 100% motivation, 100% initiative.

The program is highly selective.

What is included:

1. Research Your Options: Full guide for the application process (college search, filling out Common App).
2. Finance Your Studies: Understanding types of financial aid, eligibility, and requirements, featuring a CSS Profile workshop for club members and parents.
3. Complete Your Application: A course on supplemental essay writing, strategies for the Common App activities list, and expert writing tips.
4. Individual Consultations.

Program Format: In-person and Virtual (via zoom)

Program Duration: 10 – 12 months

Selection Process:
· Complete the application form;
· pass English and Math tests;
· attend an interview.

Application Deadline: February 9, 2025

Flex, FLEX Alumni

Re-entry Seminar in Turkmenistan

On July 1st, fifteen FLEX alumni from across Turkmenistan gathered for a Re-entry seminar in Archabil Hotel in Ashgabat. The event started with an opening speech by Nona Majidi, Cultural Affairs Officer at the US Embassy in Turkmenistan. Carrie Miller, Country Director of the American Councils in Turkmenistan and Diana Muhammedova’08, FLEX Program Hub Director followed with the welcoming remarks.

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