The API Education Project
Apply for a Scholarship
A practical guide for students and guardians on how COPILA selects scholars for the 6-year academic pathway.
How Selection Works
Candidates are evaluated rigorously to ensure fairness — out of 100 total marks.
Step 1
Submit Application
Candidates from remote hill communities across Sudur Pashchim register ahead of the academic year.
Step 2
Written Examination
Scored out of 80 marks, testing core academic readiness.
Step 3
Interview
Scored out of 20 marks across presentation, content knowledge, and analytical skills.
Step 4
Scholarship Awarded
Selected scholars begin the fully-funded 6-year academic pathway with COPILA.
80
Written
20
Interview
Interview evaluates:
PresentationContent KnowledgeAnalytical Skills
What's Expected
A scholarship is a two-way commitment between the scholar's family and COPILA.
Student Obligations
- Maintain a high standard of academic performance; failing a major subject or a dropping GPA can lead to termination.
- Maintain at least 90% class attendance.
- Participate as a volunteer in COPILA's community programs (Environment, Art, Health) during vacations.
Guardian Obligations
- Sign a declaration supporting the student's discipline and academic commitment.
- Stay in regular communication with COPILA regarding the student's progress.
- Provide for the student's personal holiday travel and personal pocket money.
Ready to Apply?
Applications open ahead of each academic year. Reach out to our team to check eligibility and current deadlines for the next scholarship cycle.
ngocopila@gmail.com