You are applying for a scholarship to study abroad.
**Question:**
You are a university student applying for the Global Leaders Scholarship to study abroad in Japan for one semester. Write an application email to the scholarship committee. In your email:
– Introduce yourself and your academic achievements
– Explain why you want to study in Japan
– Describe how this opportunity would benefit your future career
**Model Answer:**
**To:** scholarship@university.edu
**Subject:** Global Leaders Scholarship Application – International Business – David Park
Dear Scholarship Committee Members,
I am writing to apply for the Global Leaders Scholarship to support my study abroad experience at Waseda University in Tokyo, Japan, for the Fall 2025 semester. I am currently a third-year student majoring in International Business with a minor in East Asian Studies.
My academic record includes a cumulative GPA of 3.9 out of 4.0. I have been named to the Dean’s List for five consecutive semesters, and I received the Outstanding Student Award in my department last year. I have also completed intermediate Japanese language courses and achieved a JLPT N4 certification.
I want to study in Japan for two primary reasons. First, Japan is a global leader in the technology and automotive industries, which are sectors I hope to work in after graduation. Studying at Waseda University would allow me to learn from professors who are experts in these fields and to understand Japanese business culture firsthand. Second, I have a personal connection to Japan – my grandfather was a Korean-Japanese immigrant, and I want to better understand my heritage and the complex history between the two countries.
If awarded this scholarship, I would use the experience to build a career in international trade relations. Upon returning, I plan to write a research paper on cross-cultural management practices in Japanese and Korean corporations, which I hope to publish in an undergraduate journal. I would also volunteer as a peer mentor for future study abroad applicants.
I have attached my academic transcript, two letters of recommendation, and my language proficiency certificate. Thank you for considering my application.
Sincerely,
David Park