How BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi Students Secure Brighter Future with BIM and Garuda Scholarships?

Scholarships help students propel their journey into a brighter future, but preparing for the application is a struggle of its own. The administration, language aptitude tests, and numerous writing tasks can be overwhelming for busy students. With a mission to become the School of Research, BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi is proud to provide endless support for students as they chase opportunities for scholarships.

Scholarship Recipient Testimonies from BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi

Four brilliant students at BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi have received excellent opportunities to study abroad on scholarships. Arya, Kayla, Kezia, and Winner, all from class 2025, have earned seats at top international universities through Beasiswa Indonesia Maju and Garuda scholarship programs.

Arya, Kayla, Kezia, and Winner will continue their higher education at The University of California, The University of Michigan, The University of British Columbia, and Purdue University, respectively. The students thanked their parents, teachers, and school for giving endless support in their journey of scholarship application.

The students mentioned the school’s role in supporting their scholarship preparation. For example, Arya did a research project at Olimpiade Penelitian Siswa Indonesia, which he could add to his application resume. Meanwhile, Kayla explained how her English class helped with preparations such as essay submissions and interviews. 

Teachers play a big role at BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi to provide inspiration and support, not just delivering lessons. Winner expressed his admiration toward Ms. Nur, who inspired him by sharing her experiences as an alumnus of Utrecht University. Kezia detailed huge emotional support from her teacher, Ms. Nur, who encouraged her and told her to keep up her spirit.

Finally, the four students and their parents described how BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi accommodated them during the scholarship application process. The school provided leniency for students to finish various application demands, such as weekly webinars, IELTS and SAT classes, essay writing, and administrative matters.

BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi and Parents’ Collaboration

BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi understands the needs for extra time to fulfill scholarship application demands. The four students and their parents praised the school’s support in various forms. One of them was leniency, giving students permission to skip study hours for completing the necessary scholarship application demands.

Ms. Dyah, Arya’s parent, emphasized the constant communication and partnership. The school regularly communicated with parents about the application process and what the students needed. Ms. Intan and Mr. Donny, Kayla’s parents, praised BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi for all kinds of support they provided, including emotional support from the teachers.

Finally, the school also continuously updated the parents about the scholarships. They shared relevant information and news related to BIM and Garuda scholarships, making sure that parents could also help their children with their application journey.

BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi’s Roles as School of Research

BIM and Garuda are two top state-sponsored scholarships in Indonesia, reserved only for students with great academic potential. BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi provides education that prepares students for professional development and future leadership. It is a part of the school’s commitment to become the School of Research, which empowers students to develop critical thinking, creativity, and analytical mind.

As demonstrated by the experiences of Arya, Kayla, Kezia, and Winner, BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi offers full support and assistance for scholarship applications. They include:

Administrative Support

BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi helps students make time between their lessons to fulfill administrative obligations for the scholarship application. The school also provides tools and equipment such as the computer, printer, fast internet, and guidance for students to finish the administrative tasks.

Students can also take some time from their classes to finish the application tasks. This leniency is important since many students may not have much time to do the tasks at home.

Preparations in Daily Lessons

BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi provides lessons and insights about scholarship application demands in classrooms. For example, in English class, students may learn about delivering ideas and writing essays; an important part in scholarship application.

Collaboration with Parents

Collaboration between the school and parents is crucial in supporting the students’ scholarship dreams. BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi regularly communicates with the parents of scholarship applicants, sharing information and updates. The school ensures that students get full support from all fronts.

Inspiration and Emotional Supports

Teachers at BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi provide more than educational resources. They offer emotional support and encouragement, boosting the students’ confidence. Their support also helps students reduce their stress level.

BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi’s commitment as a School of Research is realized in helping students pursue scholarships like BIM and Garuda. Chasing a brighter future starts from BINUS SCHOOL Bekasi.