Become a Student | Afghan Female Student Outreach

Begin Your Academic Journey with AFSO

AFSO offers tuition-free academic bridge programs, English training, and mentorship to help Afghan women continue their education and prepare for university opportunities.

Before You Apply

AFSO receives a large number of applications each semester. Applications are reviewed carefully to ensure each student receives appropriate academic support. We recommend preparing the following materials before beginning your application.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Before applying, please prepare clear digital copies of:

• Tazkira or National Identification
• Secondary School Certificate or Diploma (12th grade or equivalent)
• Any additional academic records you wish to include

Preparing these documents in advance will help you complete your application smoothly.

Eligibility Requirement

AFSO programs are designed for Afghan women who are committed to continuing their education. Applicants typically meet the following criteria:

• Must be a woman residing in Afghanistan
• Must have completed secondary education (12th grade or equivalent)
• Basic English proficiency (A2) Level
• Access to a smartphone or internet-enabled device

ACCEPTED ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMS

If you completed alternative education programs or are unsure whether your certificate qualifies, we encourage you to contact our admissions team. Each application is reviewed individually.

AFSO recognizes certificates from several educational programs including:

TTS certificate from the American University of Afghanistan
School diploma from LEARN Afghanistan
School diploma from SOLAx, a self-paced online program
School diploma from Omid Online School
An official letter of school completion from Daricha School
An official letter or certificate from Nayestane
An official certificate of completion from the Begum Academy, available also as a mobile app for offline learning

Start Your AFSO Application

Applications typically take 20–30 minutes to complete.

If you have questions about eligibility or document requirements, our admissions team is here to help.

📧 transitions@afsousa.org