[Alb-Educ] Education Programs Of Atlantic Association

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THE ORGANIZATION

Shoqata Atlantiku-Atlantic Association Inc. was founded in 2000 as a 
not-for-profit organization under NYS Incorporation law. The statutes 
explicitly express the non-political nature of the organization. The purpose 
of Shoqata Atlantiku-Atlantic Association is to further the understanding 
between Albanians and Americans through various educational and 
informational programs. Additionally, the organization plans to develop and 
implement programs that will foster the development and advancement of 
Albanians both in the United States as well as in Albania, Kosova, 
Macedonia, Montenegro and Greece.

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EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

The Shoqata Atlantiku-Atlantic Inc. Education Development Program is under 
the independent direction and guidance of the Atlantic Foundation (AEF)

a) ATLANTIC ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIPS

Annual merit and need-based scholarships ranging from US$-500 to US$1000+ to 
help students meet the costs of higher education. Application, standardized 
test scores and essay are required.

b)ATLANTIC EDUCATION FOUNDATION-HOMELAND FINANCIAL CREDITS

AEF will take financial responsibility fo re-paying a portion of the loans 
undertaken by students during their course of study. The percentage of 
re-payment is contingent upon the student accepting placement and working in 
an approved list of governmental or non-governmental organizations in either 
Albania or Kosova after graduation. Application, standardized test scores, 
interview and essay required.

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USA-TMK MILITARY EXCHANGE PROGRAM

Full sponsorship (tuition, fees, room & board, transportation and books) of 
students from Kosova to attend any one of the following U.S. colleges: U.S. 
Military Academy West Point, Virginia Military Institute or The Citadel. 
Program requires that students return to Kosova to serve as officers in the 
TMK for a period of no less than 3 years active. Application, personal 
interviews, English Proficiency TOEFL minimum score 500, letters of 
recommendation, statement of purpose and essay required.


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U.S. COLLEGE AND MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

All students interested in receiving free guidance and help throughout the 
college admissions process will be assigned a mentor. The program will also 
organize additional workshops, Internet networking lists, trips to visit 
colleges and the organization of an Annual College Fair.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT EDUCATION PROGRAMS PLEASE CONTACT AEF ORGANIZING 
COMMITTEE:

Viktor Ula      viktor.ula at yale.edu
Florim Lajqi    florim_uck at hotmail.com
Veton Berisha   vtberisha at aol.com
Paul Mirdita    pmir at aol.com


FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SHOQATA ATLANTIKU-ATLANTIC ASSOCIATION Inc.
OR IN BECOMING A MEMBER OF THE ASSOCIATION PLEASE CONTACT

Arber Muriqi    aridori at aol.com


Shoqata Atlantiku-Atlantic Association Inc.
c/o Pilgrim Station
P.O. Box 610170
Bronx, New York 10461-0170

phone: (718) 863-4080
FAX: (718) 863- 3898
e-mail: shoqata_atlantiku at hotmail.com
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