It started with the Future Leaders Exchange (FLEX) program that placed them in an American high school while living with a volunteer host family.
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But the war in their homeland has lasted long enough for these exchange students to officially become adults in need of more than just a college education.
That's where Stockton University stepped in to not only provide full tuition, but also housing, healthcare, and other necessities for the entire length of their 4-year education.
See the full story in action by watching the video above.
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To learn more about and support Stockton University's International Student Support Fund, click here.
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