The following steps are just to get an idea about the application process. These steps are outlined in further detail once you start your application.

By clicking the APPLY NOW button below, you will be redirected to a Form to fill out your personal details. After this, you will automatically receive an email with the full application form and all the required documents.

Note: if you did not receive this email, please check your spam folder or email [email protected].

The YIP application has three main steps, which will be outlined in further detail in the email you receive after completing the Personal Details Form. The three steps are:

1. Who are you?
2. Creative initiative
3. Required attachments including health report, English certificate, portrait photograph and two reference letters

Please note that the two reference letters should be sent directly to [email protected] from your referees, with your name as the subject reference.

Send your completed application including the proof of application fee payment to [email protected]. It will be confirmed within a week of its arrival. If you have not heard back from us within a week of sending in your application, please contact the YIP office at [email protected].

We will be in touch with you within one week of your interview with the outcome of your application.

There are three application responses: accepted, wait-listed and declined.

If you are accepted, you will receive:

• An email notification including your formal acceptance letter
• A prompt to pay your reservation fee
• An outline of the program payment amount and timeline
• Details regarding how to get to YIP
• Details on what to bring

YIP begins the day you say ‘yes’ to the experience. Beyond the year you will spend in Järna, you will be introduced to an international network of people connected to YIP and the impulse YIP carries. The group of alumni is equally valuable for getting information about fundraising, what to bring, what to think about, and so on.

We are excited to welcome you in Sweden and YIP soon!

Given what YIP offers, we believe the program is not expensive. We are very aware that it is a lot of money, especially for people coming from different socio-economic situations. Because of this many participants have had to find creative ways to fund their participation in the program.
Below you will find fundraising information, we are happy to support you in your fundraising efforts if your financial situation is preventing you from attending YIP. 

Many participants in the past have been very successful through being proactive in their local community. Raising funds through donations and actions may seem intimidating, but it is a great opportunity to show how much you wish to participate in YIP.

Get the word out! We suggest you write a letter describing your wish to attend YIP and how you feel it can be a positive next step in your life. Describe YIP and include a flyer. Some example recipients:

• Your school
• Teachers
• Friends
• Family
• Local charitable societies like Lions Club or Rotary
• Religious institutions (like Churches, Mosques, Temples, etc).

Try contacting a local youth worker, educational advisor or someone else with a good overview of organisations in your community. 

YIP has a big network of people and initiatives that can support you as well. Don’t hesitate to ask for collaboration from the YIP community who might be able to support you in your fundraising and your goals to participate in YIP. 

There are probably many foundations, charities, scholarships, etc. in your country or region who can financially support your YIP year.  Ask someone in your community who may know where to find more information and contacts or try Google.

Read the requirements for each grant carefully before applying. It will help you write a better application.

The YIP Social Equity Fund aims to ensure that anyone sincerely seeking an education like the YIP can attend, regardless of financial barriers. We strive to make access to the program as equitable as possible, especially for those from regions with economically disadvantaged currencies. 

Anyone is welcome to apply for the Social Equity Fund. However, we do prioritise supporting individuals from regions with undervalued currencies.

To be eligible you must: 

• Be accepted into YIP through the standard admissions process
• Have no other means of paying tuition
• Show initiative and active engagement with the YIP community

This fund is not a permanent endowment, but a collective effort sustained by contributions from participants, alumni, and fundraising initiatives. Each year, the available amount varies, and support typically comes in the form of partial scholarships (25–50% of tuition).

To enquire about the availability of the Social Equity Fund, please contact the organising team at: [email protected].