Selection Process

SISP’s selection process ensures that opportunity is awarded with fairness, integrity, and a focus on long-term national impact.

Selection Process

At Shaker International Scholarship Programs (SISP), our selection process is designed to identify deserving students through integrity, fairness, and excellence.

We believe that every capable mind — regardless of economic background — deserves equitable access to opportunity.

Our methodology ensures that scholarship support is awarded to individuals whose potential aligns with our mission of academic dedication, service, and national advancement.

We serve people to empower them toward success — so they may, in turn, serve and strengthen their own nations.

This belief underpins every stage of our selection methodology.

Guiding Principles of Our Selection Process

1. Merit & Potential

We prioritize applicants who demonstrate:

• Academic achievement
• Critical thinking and leadership potential
• Resilience in the face of challenges
• Commitment to personal growth and community development

These criteria ensure that awards are granted to individuals who possess both ability and the drive to contribute meaningfully to society.

2. Fairness & Transparency

SISP follows a transparent and structured evaluation system.

All applicants are assessed using consistent standards, with decisions based on documented achievements, verified information, and impartial review.

Fairness and accountability are upheld at every stage of selection.

3. Holistic Review

Beyond grades and test scores, we consider:

• Leadership in school or community activities
• Personal statements reflecting aspiration and purpose
• Recommendations from credible mentors or educators
• Contextual challenges overcome by the applicant

This holistic approach allows us to identify individuals whosecharacter and life experience signal future impact.

4. Ethical Oversight

Integrity is foundational to SISP’s operations.

Selection committees operate under strict ethical standards, ensuringconfidentiality, fairness, and policy compliance.

No undue influence, bias, or favoritism is permitted in the review process.

Stages of the Selection Process

The SISP selection procedure follows clearly defined steps:

• Application Submission — Applicants complete a structured application with required documentation.
• Preliminary Screening — Applications are reviewed for completeness, eligibility, and initial merit.
• In-Depth Evaluation — Shortlisted candidates undergo detailed academic and personal assessment.
• Verification & Due Diligence — Documents and references are verified for authenticity.
• Final Selection & Notification — Candidates are selected based on merit, mission alignment, and future potential, with results communicated transparently.

What This Process Means for Students

SISP’s selection process is not a barrier — it is agateway to opportunity.

It is designed to:

• Recognize genuine potential
• Encourage ethical conduct and responsibility
• Support students with both talent and purpose
• Ensure fairness regardless of background

Opportunity should be earned and accessible — and those who receive it must be prepared to use it wisely.

A Commitment to Service & Standards

The integrity of our selection process is essential to fulfilling SISP’s mission.

Every award reflects thoughtful evaluation, institutional rigor, and humanitarian purpose.

At Shaker International Scholarship Programs:

We serve people to empower them toward success — so they may serve and strengthen their own nations.