USTL provides full scholarships to outstanding students from Timor-Leste for two to four years of study at high-quality undergraduate degree institutions in the United States. Scholarship awards include full tuition toward either a bachelor’s degree or associate degree, travel, living stipends, medical insurance in the U.S., and visa costs. USTL is a program of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), U.S. Department of State.

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Year One Recap

Posted on: 25 April 2024 BY: LXavier

Starting with a dream and leaving the familiar behind, my journey was nothing short of transformative. Coming from the countryside, every moment felt like stepping into a new world, one I had only ever imagined. As I wrap up my first academic year, it's time to reflect on the experiences that have s…

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Hey, readers! Welcome to my first-ever blog post, where I'm excited to share a slice of my first-semester adventure—from a small village in Timor-Leste to the sprawling campus of West Virginia University (WVU). I'm thrilled to share a remarkable chapter of my first academic journey with you. Join …

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