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University of Bath is offering scholarships for African students. Scholarships are available for pursuing full-time taught masters at University of Bath.
The university offers a range of scholarships supported by the University and generous donors who share its pride in student achievement. University’s mission is to deliver world-class research and teaching, educating our students to become future leaders and innovators, and benefiting the wider population through research, enterprise and influence.
The University of Bath received its Royal Charter in 1966 and is now firmly established as a top ten UK university with a reputation for research and teaching excellence.
Applicants must have a first or upper second class honours degree (or equivalent). For most programmes, the requirement for non-native English speakers is 6.5 in the IELTS Academic English test, with no less than 6.0 in any element.

Scholarship Provider: University of Bath

Study Major(s): Scholarships are awarded in all subjects offered by Faculty of Engineering or Management at University of Bath.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing full-time postgraduate taught masters at University of Bath.

Scholarship can be taken at: Uk

Scholarship for International Students: Yes, Students of Africa can apply for these scholarships.

List of Countries: Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Côte d’Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Swaziland, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Western Sahara, Zambia and Zimbabwe

Basic Eligibility Requirements: These are for international fee-paying full-time taught post-graduate masters applicants from any country.

Scholarship Cover: There are 2 Steve Huckvale Scholarships each worth £5,000 for international fee-paying taught masters applicants in Africa who are intending to study Engineering or Management.

College Admission Requirement
Entrance Requirement: Applicants must have a first or upper second class honours degree (or equivalent).
Test Requirement: No
English Language Requirements: For most programmes, the requirement for non-native English speakers is 6.5 in the IELTS Academic English test, with no less than 6.0 in any element.

Supporting Material: Required documents are:
-A scan of degree certificate
-A scan of degree transcript (if applicant still studying)
-Two references (one must be from their institution if they have recently been studying)
-Name of intended supervisor
-Details of proposed research
-An up-to-date CV

How to Apply: The mode of applying is online.

Application Form (https://auth.bath.ac.uk/login?service=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bath.ac.uk%2Faccount%2Fapplicant)

Closing Date: The application deadline is 1st June 2016.

Apply here ==> http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2016/03/02/steve-huckvale-scholarships-for-african-students-in-uk/

MAHSA University is pleased to offer partial scholarships for engineering programs in collaboration with Anglia Ruskin University (UK). All engineering courses scholarships at the university are dual award offered to students of Syria /Palestine/Egypt/Yemen/Iraq.

Scholarships are offered to support students whose countries are affected by war.

MAHSA University’s vision is to be the centre of excellence in Higher Education in the region and it is committed to the delivery of education of the highest quality with emphasis on hands on training.

English Language course is compulsory for all students as this is a stipulation by the MQA. Students will have to sit for a referral paper, two weeks after the results are announced. Subsequent failures will have to attend a 3 month Remedial Course.

Scholarship Provider: MAHSA University

Study Major(s): Scholarships are awarded in the field of Medical electronic Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering and communication Engineering.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for high school students pursuing degree program.

Scholarship can be taken at: Malaysia

Scholarship for International Students: International students can apply for these scholarships from Syria /Palestine/Egypt/Yemen/Iraq Nationalities can apply

Basic Eligibility Requirements: Syria /Palestine/Egypt/Yemen/Iraq Nationalities can apply for this scholarships.

Scholarship Cover: Scholarships would be in a form of discount on tuition fee on a yearly basis. Scholarship Quantum: -Syria /Palestine/Egypt/Yemen/Iraq Nationalities – 30% discount on tuition

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirements: For Bachelors (Hons) Degree Programme
-Good principal passes at STPM level in Mathematics and Physical Sciences and 4 credits at SPM; or
-Good passes at ‘A’ Levels in Mathematics and Physical Sciences and 4 grade C passes at ‘O’ levels / GCE; or
-The MAHSA Foundation or equivalent; or
-A qualification that MAHSA accepts as equivalent to the above
For Direct Entry to Year 2 of the Degree
-Students with Diploma or Higher National Diploma in Engineering from any college
-Successful completion of studies in another recognized institute with academic credits equivalent to Year 1 of an Honours degree (Subject to the approval of the MAHSA Academic Board)

English Language Requirement: English Language course is compulsory for all students as this is a stipulation by the MQA. Students will have to sit for a referral paper, two weeks after the results are announced. Subsequent failures will have to attend a 3 month Remedial Course.

How to Apply: Applications should be submitted by email to golnaz-at-mahsa.edu.my

Closing Date: The application deadline is 30th September 2016.

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Conservation Action Research Network (CARN) invites applications for Congo Basin Grant Program. Students from Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Republic of Congo, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central African Republic and Uganda are eligible to apply for this programme.

The Congo Basin Grant Program (CBGP) has been established to provide competitive research grants of up to $5,000 USD for African graduate students and early career professionals working in the areas of biodiversity, conservation and environmental sustainability in the Congo Basin region.

CARN seeks to advance evidence-based conservation efforts that conserve biodiversity and ecosystem health, protect threatened wildlife species and habitats, and promote environmental sustainability.


Scholarship Provider: Conservation Action Research Network (CARN)

Study Major(s): Grants are awarded in the areas of biodiversity, conservation and environmental sustainability in the Congo Basin region.

Course Level: Grants are available to pursue research programme.

Scholarship can be taken at: Congo Basin

Scholarship for International Students: Students from Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Republic of Congo, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central African Republic and Uganda are eligible to apply for this programme.

Basic Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must meet all of the following criteria to be eligible to apply for this scholarship:-
-Resident of one of the following countries: Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Republic of Congo, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central African Republic and Uganda.
-35 years of age or younger
-Enrolled in a graduate program or hold a professional position.

Scholarship Cover: Research grants of up to $5,000 USD value are awarded to African graduate students.

College Admission Requirement
Entrance Requirements: Applicants must enroll in a graduate program or hold a professional position.

Supporting Material: In addition to the application for the scholarship, the applicant must submit the following documents:-
-Contact Information
-Description of Proposed Project
-Budget (not to exceed $5,000 USD)
-Curriculum Vitae and Two Letters of Reference.

How to Apply: The mode of application is online.

Application Form (http://www.conservationactionresearch.net/apply.php)

Closing Date: Application deadline is May 1, 2016.

Apply now:
http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2016/02/24/congo-basin-grant-program-cbgp-for-african-graduate-students-2016/

Aspire-Canada Scholarship Program is available for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in a full-time program. Returning students can apply for this scholarship and all incoming students will be considered automatically based on a completed admissions application.

It is also a solution response platform for students trying to gain entry in the job market and need networking opportunities and mentorship.

Aspire-Canada aims to help create more opportunities for people of all abilities and backgrounds. Students need to submit a scholarship essay in order to be eligible.

Study Major(s): The essay should be on one of these topics: careers, entrepreneurship, health & fitness and fashion & beauty.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in a full-time program.

Scholarship can be taken at: Canada

Scholarship for International Students: Yes, Both Canadian and international students are eligible to apply.

Basic Eligibility Requirements: Students need to submit a scholarship essay in order to be eligible.

Scholarship Cover: Aspire-Canada offers scholarships of $1000 or more to outstanding students.

Supporting Material: Students need to submit a scholarship essay in order to be eligible. The essay should be on one of the following topics:
-Careers
-Entrepreneurship
-Health & Fitness
-Fashion & Beauty
The essay should be 800 words or more (not less). The best essays will be featured on the Aspire-Canada website.
Please Ensure applicant have a “Fully Completed Professional Profile” on the Aspire-Community: A complete profile is an essential part of the scholarship application. Here is the Aspire-Canada definition of a 100% Complete Profile:
-School/work/industry and location
-An up-to-date information (academic year/major/current employer (if applicable)
-Two past positions
-Skills (minimum of 3)
-A profile photo
-At least 10 connections. Invite friends/colleagues/family members to also create a professional profile on the Aspire-Community. Its easy – Just email them the link.

How to Apply: Only returning students need to submit the scholarship application. All incoming students will be considered for the scholarship automatically based on a completed admissions application. Applications received after the preferred deadline will be considered if the funds are available. In order to assist applicant with their scholarship application, please follow the checklist below.
-Complete the Scholarship Application.
-Log on to aspire-canada.com and create a profile
-They encourage all applicants to also create a fundraising campaign on aspire-canada.com for education costs. Site participation is a factor in scholarship awards.
-Please fill out a professional profile on community.aspire-canada.com (This is mandatory for all scholarship applicants – please upload a photo).

Application Form(https://www.aspire-canada.com/online-scholarship-application/)

Closing Date: The deadline for applying is May 31st, 2016.

The deadline for applying is May 31st, 2016.

Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2016/02/23/aspire-canada-scholarship-program-in-canada-2016/

The Institute of Public Administration and Entrepreneurship of Ural Federal University offers grant for master and bachelor programs. Foreign students have an opportunity to get scholarship for 2 years study which covers tuition fees.

The Institute was formed on the basis of two departments: the Institute of Management and Business, and Public Relation and Advertising department.

Ural Federal University (UrFU) is one of the largest higher educational institutions in Russia bringing together fundamental education and innovative approach towards the challenges of modern times. Their aspiration is to become a world-class university in the heart of Eurasia committed to the complex and sustainable development of research and teaching.

Knowledge of Russian language is required.

Scholarship Provider: Ural Federal University, Russia

Study Major(s): Grant is available to study the subjects offered at the Institute of Public Administration and Entrepreneurship.

Course Level: Grant is provided to pursue master and bachelor programs.

List of Subjects: Master programs: Advertising and Public Relations (courses are in English); International Trade (courses are in English) and Public Administration Technologies (courses are in Russian).

Scholarship can be taken at: Russia

Scholarship for International Students: Yes, Foreign students have an opportunity to get scholarship for 2 years study which covers tuition fees.

Basic Eligibility Requirements: Applicant should have bachelor degree.

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirements: Applicants should be a 2-4 year bachelor degree student or master degree student. If they are, then half is done!

Language Requirements: Applicants must have knowledge in Russian language (Copies of documents confirming knowledge of Russian language are required).

Supporting Material: The required components for complete application packet are as follows:-
-A completed application form attached with a color photo.
-Copies of Bachelor’s Degree Diploma with indication of studied subjects and estimations (points). If a foreign citizen applying for study on educational programs of vocational or higher education, due to the nature of the educational process in a foreign country is not a document about the foreign education and (or) a foreign qualification, provided a document containing information about the results of the latest certification issued by a foreign national educational organization in which he/she is trained on the territory of the host country.
-A copy of the medical report on the absence of contraindications to study in the Russian Federation, issued by the official authority of the country of residence of the candidate
-A copy of the medical certificate of the absence of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and AIDS disease, issued by the official authority of the country of residence of the candidate.
-Copies of the passport pages with which the foreigner will cross the border of the Russian Federation, valid for at least 18 months from the start date of the entry student visa (clearly readable pages containing setting data for invitation).
-Copies of documents (diplomas, certificates etc. Winners of international and national (urban and other) contests and competitions).

How to Apply: Applications must be submitted by the date of deadline for a country.

Application Form(http://igup.urfu.ru/docs/english/application_form_grantIPAE_2016.pdf)

Closing Date: The application deadlines are:
-30th of April 2016: students from the CIS, Baltic states, Abkhazia, South Ossetia
-29th of March 2016: students from North, Latin America, Europe
-25th of April 2016: Africa, Middle East, Asia
-With the exception of Iran, Djibouti: until 25th of May,
-India: until 15th of June
-Oman, Palestine, Jordan: 15th of June 2016

Click here for details: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2016/02/19/international-grant-for-master-and-bachelor-programs-at-ural-federal-university-in-russia/

A Nigerian University, has been listed among the best universities in the world: The University of Nigeria, Nsukka, UNN, has been graded the best in the country and among the best 2,000 in the world in the latest Webometrics ranking released in January this year.

The Webometrics University Ranking, which provides indicators for more than 12,000 universities in the world, is based on university web presence, visibility and web access.

The ranking system measures how strongly a university is present in the web by its own web domain, sub-pages, rich files and published scholarly articles.

According to the ranking system, web presence is a reliable indicator of the global performance and prestige of the universities and could serve as an indirect way to measure efficiency of universities in the performance of their tripartite function of teaching, research and knowledge transfer.

The Vanguard reports that spokesman of UNN, Chief Okwun Omeaku made this known at Nsukka, saying that the improved rating of the institution was not unconnected with the enhanced research efforts in the university following the Vice-Chancellor’s encouragement and financial reward system.

Meanwhile, President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the replacement of 13 vice chancellors of Nigerian universities.

Twelve of them are federal ones, and Vincent Tenebe, the vice chancellor of the National Open University, has also been relieved of his position. All these institutions were established by the former president, Goodluck Jonathan.

Read More: http://trendsglamour..com.ng/2016/02/finally-nigerian-university-makes-it-to.html

University of Auckland is offering scholarships for international students in Management, International Business, Marketing, or Professional Accounting degree. Scholarships are available for pursuing masters degree at University of Auckland in New Zealand.

The main purpose of the Scholarships is to support international students to gain the skills and knowledge required to launch a business career.

The mission of the University of Auckland is to be: “A research-led, international university, recognised for excellence in teaching, learning, research, creative work, and administration, for the significance of its contributions to the advancement of knowledge and its commitment to serve its local, national and international communities.”

As a general rule, applicants will need to have completed a relevant postgraduate degree such as a bachelors or bachelors (honours) degree or a postgraduate diploma at a recognised institution, and to have obtained an average grade of “B” or higher (or equivalent) in that degree for admission into a masters programme. As a general rule, for those wishing to complete a postgraduate qualification an overall IELTS score of 6.5 and no band less than 6.0 is the minimum required.

Scholarship Provider: University of Auckland

Study Major(s): Scholarships are awarded for the following programmes:

List of Subjects: Management, International Business, Marketing, or Professional Accounting degree.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing masters degree at University of Auckland in New Zealand.

Scholarship can be taken at: New Zealand

Scholarship for International Students: Yes, International students can apply for these masters scholarships.

Basic Eligibility Requirements: Scholarship criteria is:
-To take up and be paid the Scholarship the recipient must be enrolled and have paid the fees or arranged to pay the fees, for full-time study in a Master of Management, Master of International Business, Master of Marketing, Master of Applied Finance or Master of Professional Accounting degree at the University of Auckland Business School. The take up of a Scholarship may be deferred for up to one intake. The Scholarships are tenable by international students only.
-To continue to hold the Scholarship, the recipient must maintain a GPA of 5.00

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirement: As a general rule, applicants will need to have completed a relevant postgraduate degree such as a bachelors or bachelors (honours) degree or a postgraduate diploma at a recognised institution, and to have obtained an average grade of “B” or higher (or equivalent) in that degree for admission into a masters programme.

Test Requirement: No

English Language Requirements: As a general rule, for those wishing to complete a postgraduate qualification an overall IELTS score of 6.5 and no band less than 6.0 is the minimum required.


Number of award(s): Unknown

Duration of award(s): For the duration of program

Scholarship Cover: The value of each scholarship is up to $30,000.

Supporting Material: Required documents are:
-Certified evidence (eg, a copy of birth certificate or relevant parts of passport)
-An ID photo, please refer to the following links for further information: ID photo requirements and submitting their ID card photo.

How to Apply: The mode of applying is online.

Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2016/02/12/university-of-auckland-international-business-masters-scholarships-in-new-zealand-2016/

Canada is a country that currently welcomes international students and workers to further bolster its growing economy. There are several government-sponsored and privately-sponsored scholarship programs for international students such as those offered for undergraduates at the Farleigh Dickinson University in Vancouver. At Fairleigh Dickinson University, we work nearly with you and your family to make our quality private schooling a moderate speculation.

The Global Scholars Scholarships range from US$20,150 to $60,190 for a full program of study (130 credits); US$155 to US$463 per credit. The student must maintain a CGPA of at least 3.0 after one year (two semesters) of study.


Scholarship Provider: Farleigh Dickinson University

Study Major(s): All Undergraduate courses

Course Level: First-time, full-time freshmen and transfer students with 16 or fewer credits.

Scholarship can be taken at: Canada

Scholarship for International Students: Yes

Basic Eligibility Requirements: Complete and submit a Vancouver Campus application form as well as the Global Scholars Application Form and include the following documents with your application:

- Most current high school and/or college transcript(s)
- Two letters of recommendation
- A letter outlining interest and/or involvement in promoting issues of global importance and/or world citizenship
- Official SAT and/or ACT test results (for higher awards)
- English proficiency test results (if required)
- Scholarship awards vary in amount; however, many are significant enough to assist academically talented students with the cost of attendance.
- Early admission applicants receive priority consideration.
- Scholarships are awarded for the academic year for full-time students only.
- Scholarships are renewable for each academic year, contingent upon successful academic performance.

Number of award(s): Unknown


Scholarship Cover: The Global Scholars Scholarships range from US$20,150 to $60,190 for a full program of study (130 credits); US$155 to US$463 per credit.

Selection Criteria: The student must maintain a CGPA of at least 3.0 after one year (two semesters) of study.

Notification: Scholarship award notification will be sent at the time of admission.

How to Apply: Applications are done online. Complete and submit a Vancouver Campus application form as well as the Global Scholars Application Form

Application Form (http://view2.fdu.edu/vancouver-campus/scholarships-and-financial-aid/global-scholars-scholarship/files/gsp_application.pdf)

Closing Date: July 1 for Fall (September) intake

Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2016/02/12/fairleigh-dickinson-university-global-scholars-scholarship-in-canada/

American University of Nigeria (AUN) is a private university in northeastern Nigeria that offers American style higher education programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels. It is the only American style university in Sub-Saharan Africa. AUN is accredited by the Nigerian National Universities Commissions.

University was established in 2003 by Nigeria’s former Vice President His Excellency, Atiku Abubakar along with other local and international statesmen and academic leaders. The institution was conceived as Africa’s first Development University.

The University’s mission is to provide quality education to Nigeria and Africa’s future leaders in order to equip them with the skills needed to solve development issues on the continent and give them the knowledge needed to create solutions that will benefit their community, their country and ultimately, the world.
AUN Schools and Levels

The university consists of three schools, offering the following undergraduate majors and graduate programs:

School of Arts and Sciences
BSc Communications and Multimedia Design, BSc Natural and Environmental Science, BSc Petroleum Chemistry (with Engineering option), BA Economics, BA International and Comparative Politics and BA English Language and Literature.
School of Business and Entrepreneurship
Undergraduate level:
BSc Business Administration (with specialties), BSc Accounting, BSc Finance, BSc Marketing and BSc Management and Entrepreneurship
Graduate level:
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM), Master of Business Administration (MBA), MSc Business Administration and PhD Business Administration
School of Information Technology and Communications
Undergraduate level:
BSc Software Engineering, BSc Computer Science, BSc Information Systems and Telecommunications and Wireless Technologies
Graduate level:
Executive Masters in Information Technology, Executive Masters in Telecommunications, Master of Information Systems Security Management, MSc Computer Science, MSc Information Systems, PhD Computer Science and PhD Information systems

Undergraduate Admission

AUN has a rolling admission policy. The admissions office will admit students prior to the fall or spring semesters until the university is at full capacity. The fall intake occurs in August and the spring intake occurs in January.

Admission Requirements
-Students must possess a minimum JAMB score of 200 or higher to be considered for admission at AUN.
-Also required for admissions consideration are five (5) credits, including English Language and Mathematics, on no more than two SSCE sittings, or an equivalent from a country that requires other types of exit exams or standardized tests. Exceptions, if any, are made on a case-by-case basis.
-Having the above scores and grades does not guarantee admission into the University. The above mentioned requirements only qualifies you for admission consideration and not necessarily acceptance. Students’ applications are carefully scrutinized, and those accepted are the ones with the highest scores and qualifications in the applicant pool.
-JAMB scores, WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, IGCSE etc. scores and SS1, SS2 & SS3 transcripts assess an applicants’s overall performance and are the basic factors in the decision.

Supporting Documents
-End of High/Secondary School External Exams Grades; WAEC, NECO, IGCSE, SSCE or the equivalent.
-JAMB score (minimum scores set annually)
-Copies of the applicants high/secondary school transcripts; SS1, SS2, and SS3
-A letter of recommendation/attestation from the high/secondary school attended
-A personal statement (Essay) about why the applicant chose AUN and what his/her future ambitions are
-A photocopy of ID card, International passport (picture page),
-Four personal passport Photos.
All documents can be scanned and emailed to admissions-at-aun.edu.ng

Admission Procedure

For undergraduate programme, interested applicants should complete the online application form or send a filled hard copy application via post.
Graduate Admission

There is always an ongoing acceptance of graduate applications for the Spring (January), Summer (May) and Fall (August) Semester. Qualified applicants are admitted into the next academic semester of their programs.

Admission Requirements

A successful applicant must be a graduate of a recognized university with an average grade point average (CGPA) of not less than 3.0 on a 5.0 maximum CGPA (or Second Class Lower Division).

Supporting Documents
Applicants must submit the following materials to the Graduate Admissions Office:
-A completed application form
-Graduation certificate with verifiable grades and required grade point average
-Official transcript from each university attended
-Copies of all certificates of each university attended
-Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
-Evidence of payment of application fee
-A current Curriculum Vitae
-A personal statement of purpose
-NYSC Certificate

Admission Procedure

Applicants are expected to complete an online application form, scan and email required documents to graduate.admissions-at-aun.edu.
American University of Nigeria Scholarships

Every year AUN provides scholarships and other forms of financial assistance to close to 15% of the student body. It also collaborates with other non-profit organizations to help students with financial need. They include: the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Foundation, the Peace Corps Nigeria Alumni Foundation, and the Friends of Nigeria. His Excellency Atiku Abubakar provides significant scholarship support to AUN students.

AUN’s Financial Assistance Program

There are several types of financial assistance programs available for undergraduate students. These cover full tuition and in some cases, room and board. There are Academic Merit Scholarships as well as Need Based-Merit Scholarships open to Nigerian Students.

Merit Scholarships

University offers full-tuition merit scholarships to undergraduates who have outstanding academic qualifications. AUN Merit Scholarship awardees are selected from the newly admitted students on the basis of academic achievement and promise. Awards are renewable for each undergraduate year provided that the student maintains a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA. Should a student lose scholarship eligibility, a formal appeal can be submitted in order to reactivate it once the cumulative GPA is over 3.00.

Need Based-Merit Scholarships

These scholarships are outright grants of assistance for undergraduate students based on demonstrated need. The purpose is to help qualified full-time undergraduates who could not otherwise pursue a university education. These scholarships are based on both financial need and merit, following an evaluation of two separate documents: 1) the student’s Admissions Application and 2) the AUN financial Aid Application and supporting documents. A minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA is required to maintain this Scholarship. A 3.0 cumulative GPA is required in order to graduate.

Presidential Scholarships

Students who did not receive a scholarship for their freshman year, but who have demonstrated academic excellence while at AUN, in addition to financial need, are eligible to apply for this scholarship through the office of the President.

PCNAF-FON Nigerian Female Leaders Scholarship

The Peace Corps Nigeria Alumni Foundation (PCNAF) offer scholarships to female Nigerian students who need assistance to complete their education.

Shehu Musa Yar’Ada Foundation

These scholarships are open to young people from Nigeria who have academic potential and financial need. It provides financial support through elementary and secondary school. AUN supports university education for selected students from this program.

Work Study Program

As part of its financial aid program, AUN provides full-time undergraduate students the opportunity to participate in the Work Study Program and contribute toward their educational expenses while developing job skills in various campus offices.

Scholarship Application Procedure

New students need to seek financial aid simultaneously with the admission process. The application for financial aid and supporting documentation will in no way affect the admissions decision.

Please note: A student must first be accepted by AUN before receiving a University scholarship. All scholarships are awarded at time of admission.

Application Form(http://www.aun.edu.ng/docs/AUN-Admission.pdf)

Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2016/02/05/american-university-of-nigeria-aun-scholarships-2016/

National Taiwan University is inviting applications for International Master’s Scholarship for the academic year 2016-2017. The scholarship is offered to international students of Asia, West Asia, Africa, Caribbean Central South America and Europe in Agricultural Economics.

National Taiwan University is the best university in Taiwan and is ranked 22nd in Asia, 70th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2015/16). In 2007, they initiated international master’s Program in Agricultural Economics, a master’s program designed entirely in English, and have honored graduates from all over the world.

The International Cooperation and Development Fund (TaiwanICDF) aims to assist international students who require financial assistance with scholarships.

Applicants from counties where English is not the official language or those who have completed their bachelor’s degree at a non-English speaking academic institution, is required to take TOEFL or provide English-proficiency verification.


Scholarship Provider: The International Cooperation and Development Fund (TaiwanICDF)

Study Major(s): Scholarship is awarded in the field of Agricultural Economics.

Course Level: Scholarship is available to pursue master’s program.

Scholarship can be taken at: Taiwan

List of Subjects: Agricultural Economics

Scholarship for International Students: Yes, Students of Asia Pacific (Fiji, India, Indonesia, Kiribati, Laos, Malaysia, Marshall Islands, Myanmar, Nauru, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Solomon Islands, Thailand, Tuvalu, Vietnam),West Asia (Jordan, Mongolia, Russia and Turkey), Africa, (Burkina Faso, Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, Nigeria, Sao Tome and Principe, South Africa and Swaziland), Caribbean (Dominican Republic, Haiti, Saint Christopher (St. Kitts) and Nevis St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines), Central America (Belize, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua and Panama ) South America (Argentina Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru and Uruguay), Europe (Bosnia and Herzegovina Latvia and Kosovo) can apply for this scholarship.

Basic Eligibility Requirements:
-Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in fields related to Agricultural Economics at foreign universities and colleges approved by the Taiwan Ministry of Education.
-Applicants are expected to be equipped with basic calculus and mathematics concepts, also applicants should have Economics and Statistics prerequisite (Transcript should include Economics and Statistics).
-Applicants from counties where English is not the official language or those who have completed their bachelor’s degree at a non-English speaking academic institution, is required to take TOEFL or provide English-proficiency verifications.

Scholarship Cover:
-Airfare: The TaiwanICDF arranges economy class, return tickets for the most-direct flights to and from Taiwan.
-Housing: All students must reside in student dormitories.
-Tuition fees: The TaiwanICDF covers tuition fees as required by a student’s university.
-Credit fees: Credit fees, which vary with the number of credits registered, are also covered as required by a student’s university.
-Insurance: In addition to the mandatory student safety insurance set by the Ministry of Education, each student must be insured for accident and medical coverage while in Taiwan. The TaiwanICDF covers insurance fees for the entire duration of a student’s program.
-Textbook costs: The costs of textbooks purchased as required by instructors are covered by the TaiwanICDF, subject to the approval of the director of the student’s institute.
-Allowance: Each student receives NT$15,000 per month as an allowance for food and miscellaneous living expenses. This is deposited into a student’s local bank account on a monthly basis.

College Admission Requirement:

Entrance Requirement: Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in fields related to Agricultural Economics at foreign universities and colleges approved by the Taiwan Ministry of Education.

Test Requirement [SAT, GRE, GMAT]: N/A

English Language Requirement:
-English proficiency certificate/proof (no specific level)
-Not required for applicants from English-speaking countries

Supporting Material: The application documents are:
-Highest degree’s graduation certificate
-Highest degree’s full transcript of records (including explanation of grading system)
-Receipt of the application fee payment
-Declaration and Authorization Form
-Financial statement
-Passport (if applicable)
-Taiwan Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) (if applicable)
-Photograph
-Language proficiency certificate (please refer to the “Language proficiency”)
-Recommendation letter x 2
-Study plan

How to Apply: Applicants need to apply for both university and Taiwan ICDF scholarship.

Application Form(http://www.icdf.org.tw/TSP/WelcomeStart.aspx)

Closing Date: The deadline to apply for National Taiwan University is March 3, 2016 and deadline to apply for Taiwan ICDF Scholarship is March 18, 2016.

http://www.icdf.org.tw/ct.asp?xItem=12505&CtNode=30316&mp=2

Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2016/02/05/2016-taiwan-international-masters-scholarship-in-agricultural-economics/

European School of Management and Technology (ESMT) is now accepting applications for Central and Eastern Europe scholarship. It is available for pursuing master degree programme at ESMT in Germany.

ESMT designed the Master’s in Management admissions process to find the most talented individuals who will benefit from the program’s international and interdisciplinary nature.

ESMT European School of Management and Technology was founded by 25 leading global companies and institutions. The international business school offers a full-time MBA, an executive MBA, an executive MBA/MPA, a master’s in management as well as open enrollment and customized executive education programs.

To apply, master’s in management candidates need to have a previous degree (at least Bachelor’s equivalent). TOEFL scores (95 minimum) or equivalent proof of English fluency and Code is 8707.

Study Major(s):Scholarship is tenable in masters in management programme.

List of Subjects: Management

Course Level: Scholarship is available for pursuing master degree programme at ESMT.

Scholarship can be taken at: Germany

Scholarship for International Students: Yes Candidates with permanent residence in any Central or Eastern European country can apply for the scholarship.

List of Countries: Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Belarus, Moldova, Ukraine, Russia, Serbia, Slovenia, Croatia, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Montenegro, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Albania, Romania, Bulgaria

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirement: To apply, master’s in Management candidates need to have a previous degree (at least Bachelor’s equivalent).

Test Requirement: Proof of strong quantitative abilities, whether with a GMAT/GRE or significant mathematics courses during the bachelor’s studies (see university’s next tab about the GMAT). The average GMAT score is 640. ESMT’s GMAT code is 7121. University also accepts GRE scores, and the designated institution (DI) code is 7768.

English Language Requirements: TOEFL scores (95 minimum) or equivalent proof of English fluency. Code is 8707.

Basic Eligibility Requirements:

Supporting Material: Applicants can start their online application any time. The application is easy to follow, and will ask students for the following information:
-Basic personal data
-Academic and professional background
-Short essay questions
Additionally, they will be asked to submit the following documents with their application:
-Their CV
-Transcripts to all higher education institutions attended
-Two recommendations (forms provided by ESMT)
-GRE/GMAT and TOEFL scores, if needed
-ESMT cannot begin assessing their application until all of the above documents are received.

Scholarship Cover: The scholarship will comprise up to € 10,000.

How to Apply: To receive a scholarship, candidates first apply to the master’s in management program. There is an extra essay available for applicants to explain their suitability for a scholarship.

Online Application (Online Application)

Closing Date: The application deadline is May 31, 2016.

Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2016/02/01/esmt-central-and-eastern-europe-scholarship-in-germany-2016/

David Oyedepo Foundation is offering full tuition scholarship for African students to study at the Covenant University and Landmark University. Scholarship is available for pursuing undergraduate program.

The David Oyedepo Foundation is a non-profit organization that seeks to improve the standards of living for humanity especially Africa. The foundation seek to raise platforms of aid that would bring relief and succor to the troubled parts of Africa; individuals committed to revolutionizing the continent through indigenous and innovative solutions to the continent’s greatest issues and contribute in no small way to the rebuilding of systems and policies that would contribute to the continent’s growth and advancement.

The David Oyedepo Foundation scholarship program is the major platform for promoting university’s vision and goals. The scholarship program awards grants to qualified individuals who are indigenous and residents of African countries and have been offered admission to specific universities in Nigeria.

English language proficiency is required for participation in the scholarship program. All activities and communication would be done in English without the opportunity for translation.

Scholarship Provider: The David Oyedepo Foundation

Study Major(s): Scholarship is awarded to learn candidates who can apply to their choice course of study.


Course Level: Scholarship is available for pursuing undergraduate program at the Covenant University and Landmark University.

Scholarship can be taken at: Nigeria

Scholarship for International Students: Yes. Scholarship program is open to Young Africans (Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Ivory Coast, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Swaziland, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Western Sahara, Zambia and Zimbabwe).

Basic Eligibility Requirements: The David Oyedepo Foundation Scholarship program is open to Young Africans who meet the following criteria:
-Are citizens and permanent residents of any African Nation
-Are between the ages of 18 and 25 at the time of application submission
-Are eligible to receive a Nigerian student visa
-Are proficient in reading, writing and speaking English
-Have a record of exceptional performance at the secondary school level which is benchmarked by:
-At least 20 points above JAMB cut off points (for Nigerians only)
-80% recorded average or 4.0GPA/5.0 in Secondary/High School Transcript
-Already have begun admission applications to Covenant or Landmark University
-Note: The application for the scholarship does not guarantee admission to the specified universities; all admission to the university is to be secured independently by going through the university’s admission process. Hence, award of the scholarship is conditional on university admission. Applicants not meeting the above technical eligibility requirements will not be forwarded to the selection committee.

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirements: In order to be eligible applicants must have a record of exceptional performance at the secondary school level which is benchmarked by: At least 20 points above JAMB cut off points (for Nigerians only) and 80% recorded average or 4.0GPA/5.0 in Secondary/High School Transcript.

English language Requirements: English language proficiency is required for participation in the Scholarship program. All activities and communication would be done in English without the opportunity for translation. Please fill in the portion of the application evaluating your language skills as accurately as possible.

Supporting Material: In addition to the application for the scholarship, the applicant must submit the following documents:-

Insert Primary School Name, Certificate obtained e.g. (primary school leaving certificate etc.), duration (mm/yy – mm/yy format), and the year of graduation. Indicate nil if you did not complete education at the school indicated.
– Add New for multiple schools attended at primary/basic level
– Insert Secondary/High School Name, Certificate obtained e.g. (junior/senior school leaving certificate, High school diploma etc.), Duration (mm/yy – mm/yy format), and the year of graduation. Indicate nil if you did not complete your education at the school indicated. o Add New for multiple schools attended at secondary level until graduation.
-Insert Post-Secondary Institution Name (e.g. A’level, Technical college, University), Certificate obtained e.g. (A levels, BSc, Diploma etc.), Duration (mm/yy – mm/yy format), and the year of graduation. Indicate nil if you did not complete your education at the school indicated.
-Insert proposed university of study and proposed course of study. Remember that the David Oyedepo Foundation Scholarship Program is specific at this time to only Covenant and Landmark University. It is also course specific; hence you would have the option of only choosing from the available options.
-For the exam results section, the name of the Nationally Recognized O’level exams should be inserted including the date the exam was taken. (This exam varies for different countries).
-All subjects taken should be captures in the exam results section along with corresponding grades o Combination of two different certificate exams is not permitted
-JAMB result is specific to only Nigerian Applicants. All Nigerian applicants must insert JAMB result for application to be considered.

Number of award(s): Unknown

Duration of award(s): 5 years.

Scholarship Cover: Full Academic fees for a maximum of 5 years. (In accordance to the university stipulated time for duration of chosen course). The scholarship does not cover; Travel allowances; Feeding allowances; Medical/Health Insurance or allowance; any other fees outside university generated Academic fees for a course at any level.

Selection Criteria: The David Oyedepo Foundation Scholarship Program selection process is a need dependent, merit based open competition.

How to Apply: The mode of application is online.

Application Form Link (http://davidoyedepofoundation.org/portal/scholarship/pending.php)

Closing Date: The application deadline is March 31, 2016.

Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2016/01/31/david-oyedepo-foundation-scholarship-program-in-nigeria/

Over ten Undergraduate Merit Scholarships are available at National University of Ireland for the academic year 2016-2017. These scholarships cover partial tuition fee for non-EU students.

National University of Ireland, Galway is committed to attracting high calibre students from around the world. The university offers a range of merit based partial tuition fee waivers to eligible students from a number of priority countries

NUI Galway is the largest and oldest university in the West of Ireland and is ranked among the Top 2% of universities in the world and recognized as being one of the best universities for their international outlook.

All applicants, whose first language is not English, must present IELTS, TOEFL or Pearson PTE scores.

Scholarship Provider: National Univeristy of Ireland, Galway

Study Major(s): Scholarships are offered in diverse fields to help students in upgrading their education

Course Level: Scholarship is available for pursuing undergraduate programme.

List of Subjects: Multiple Subjects

Scholarship can be taken at: Ireland

Scholarship for International Students: Yes, International (non-EU) students can apply for this scholarship.

Basic Eligibility Requirements:
-Applicants must be categorized as non-EU for tuition fee purposes
-Applicants must hold an offer from NUI Galway;
-Successful candidates will be selected on merit and the strength of the personal statement;
-These scholarships are not eligible to be combined with any other tuition scholarship.

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirement: In order to apply for the Undergraduate Merit Scholarship; applicants must already be in receipt of an offer of a place on an Undergraduate Programme from National University of Ireland, Galway.

Test Requirement: SAT and/or ACT scorecard (US Applicants). The NUI Galway SAT code is 5878. The NUI Galway ACT code is 5351.

English Language Requirement: All applicants, whose first language is not English, must present one of the following qualifications in the English language.
IELTS- 6.5
TOEFL- 88
Pearson PTE- 88

Supporting Material: In addition, applicants should submit the following documents:
-The completed Non-EU Undergraduate Application Form
-Original or certified copies of school transcripts/examination certificates (or forecast results if available). Where an applicant has not yet completed Secondary School (High School), the most recent transcript should be submitted.
-SAT and/or ACT scorecard (US Applicants). The NUI Galway SAT code is 5878. The NUI Galway ACT code is 5351.
-A certified true copy of applicants Birth Certificate or Passport
-Two sealed Letters of Recommendation, ideally from a teacher and/guidance counsellor or someone who knows applicants personally.
-IELTS or TOEFL certificate, in the case of applicants whose first language is not English.
-a personal statement (MS Word, 1,000 words maximum) should cover the following point: The applicant’s interest in studying in Ireland and in National University of Ireland, Galway and how the applicant would see themselves as an ambassador for NUI Galway when they come to study here.

Number of award(s): Over 10

Scholarship Cover: National Univeristy of Ireland, Galway will be offering partial tuition fee waivers in the sum of €2,750 to first year fees only.

Selection Criteria: Successful candidates will be selected on merit and the strength of the personal statement.

How to Apply: Please submit complete application by mail and Once you have received an offer you can then apply for the above scholarship; by e-mailing InternationalAdmissions@nuigalway.ie , after 1st April 2016.

Application Form (http://www.nuigalway.ie/media/internationalstudents/files/ugradappform.pdf)

CONTACT
National University of Ireland
Galway,
University Road,
Galway, Ireland
T. +353 91 524411

Closing Date: The closing date for application is 1st April, 2016.

Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2016/01/31/undergraduate-merit-scholarships-at-national-university-of-ireland/

Over 170 international scholarships are open for one year to M1 or M2-level students. These scholarships are available for prospective students commencing for master’s (nationally-certified degree) programs for the 2016-2017.

The University of Paris-Saclay would like to promote access to its master’s (nationally-certified degree) programs to international students, taught in its member establishments, and to make it easier for highly-qualified foreign students to attend its University especially those wishing to develop an academic project through research up to the doctoral level.

University of Paris-Saclay is developing a strategy of international university cooperation, based on the quality of education provided by its members and research teams, which boast the highest international standards.

Study Major(s): Scholarships are offered in diverse fields to help students in upgrading their education.

List of Subject: Scholarships applies to all disciplines at the university.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for master’s (nationally-certified degree) programs.

Scholarship can be taken at: France

Scholarship for International Students: Yes, International students can apply for these scholarships.

Basic Eligibility Requirements:
-Newcomer international students, maximum 30 years old the year of acceptance. Foreign students living in France less than one year, taking language classes not eligible for a degree (type FLE).
-Studies cannot be suspended more than two years
-The scholarship cannot be cumulated with any other type of scholarship whose amount exceeds 600€/month.

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirement: Students wishing to obtain a master’s degree in one of Paris-Saclay University’s member establishments (entering an M1 or an M2 directly) can apply.

French Language Requirements: Very few program are taught in English. They highly recommend that applicants for French degrees have attained level B1 in French as a minimum. However, no language certificate is required.
Supporting Material: After having completed the online form, the person responsible for the master’s program must add the following documents:
-The application completed by the candidate and signed by the person responsible for the master’s program and the person responsible for the establishment’s International Relations Division
-The student’s complete resume
-The motivation letter
-The recommendation letter
-The list of courses taken in the last two years
-The grades of the last two years and the current year
-The student’s rating (if possible)
-Photocopy of the student’s passport

Number of award(s): 170 scholarships

Duration of award(s):

Scholarship Cover:
-The University of Paris-Saclay scholarship is 10,000€ per year. It is paid by the establishment the candidate is registered in for the duration of the academic year, and for a period of no less than 10 consecutive months per year.
-A maximum of 1,000€ for travel and VISA expenses is also awarded depending on the candidate’s country of origin.

Selection Criteria: Candidates for the international master’s scholarship program of Université Paris-Saclay will be
selected by the admission panel of Université Paris-Saclay master’s program.

Notification: Only the students contacted by email can submit an application. No unsolicited application is allowed.

How to Apply: The mode of applying is online. Application for the scholarship program:
Step 1: Selected students automatically receive by email a link to the online application form they must fill in.
Step 2: Upon receipt of this email, the student has 8 days to complete and validate the application form and to provide the names of two referents.
Step 3: The two referents provided by the candidate each receive an email with a link to an online recommendation form. They have 8 days to complete and validate this form online. The candidate is automatically informed when each form has been validated. It is the candidate’s responsibility to make sure each referent has validated the recommendation forms on time.
Step 4: The file is considered complete when the two recommendation forms have been validated. Important: the candidate will not receive a message stipulating that his file is complete.
Step 5: The final decision is the responsabily of a panel of experts of University of Paris-Saclay. The candidates admitted into the scholarship program will be informed by email 48 hours after the meeting of the jury. When the student receives the confirmation email, he/she will have 8 days to accept or refuse the scholarship. If the student fails to respond within this timeframe, he/she will be considered as having refused the scholarship.

Application Form (https://apply-tc.ecp.fr/)

Important: being admitted into a master’s program does not automatically entitle the student to a scholarship. The final decision is the responsibility of a panel of experts from Université Paris-Saclay.

Closing Date: The deadline for application is 29th February 2016.

Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2016/01/29/international-masters-scholarship-program-at-university-of-paris-saclay-in-france/

LUISS Business School offers 3 scholarships for highly talented international students in the 2016-2017 academic session. Scholarships are available for pursuing MBA programme at LUISS Business School.LUISS Business School aims to encourage the participation of highly talented international students.

LUISS Business School is the School of Business and Management at the University LUISS Guido Carli which guides the personal and professional development of students, faculty, researchers and professionals at different levels of their careers through a wide range of degree programs and not; by undergraduate and graduate to the PhD as well as executive education, customized programs, academic conferences and international trade.

Applicants must provide a proof of valid (not older than 5 years) GMAT score of 680+. TOEFL/IELTS and GMAT/GRE are optional. Applicants with high scores are invited to provide the certificates to be exempted from the English or Logics tests.

Scholarship Provider: LUISS Business School, Italy

Study Major(s): Scholarships are provided in business administration at LUISS Business School, Rome, Italy.

Course Level: This Scholarship is awarded to pursue a MBA program at LUISS Business School, Rome, Italy.

Scholarship can be taken at: Italy

Scholarship for International Students: Yes, International candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

Basic Eligibility Requirements: Candidates will be considered and evaluated on the basis of merit and regarding the quality of their admission application and interviews. In order to apply for this scholarship:
-International candidates regularly accepted into the MBA programme with a GMAT score of 680+ (Italian citizens excluded).

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirement: Applicants must provide: proof of a valid (not older than 5 years) GMAT score of 680+.

Test Requirement: The admission test consists of: english test, logics test and personal interviews.

English Language Requirements: TOEFL/IELTS and GMAT/GRE are optional. Applicants with high scores are invited to provide the certificates to be exempted from the English or Logics tests.


Supporting Material: To apply for the admission test the following documents are required:
–Fully-completed application form
–Copy of Degree Certificate (or a signed self-certification)
-Digital ID photo
-Copy of Passport or ID document
-Curriculum Vitae
-Admission Fee Receipt of EUR 105 (nonrefundable)


Number of award(s): Unknown

Scholarship Cover: Each scholarship will cover the full tuition fees , equivalent to 27,000.00 EUR.

Selection Criteria: By merit

Notification: Nil

How to Apply: Applications for the scholarships must be submitted by March 30, 2016 to mba23-at-luiss.it.

Closing Date: The application deadline is March 30, 2016.

Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2016/01/27/international-mba-scholarship-programme-at-luiss-business-school-italy/

Every year, the Amgen Scholars Japan Program provides selected undergraduate students with the opportunity to engage in a hands-on research experience at two premier Japanese universities. The Amgen Foundation has committed more than $50 million over twelve years to the global Amgen Scholars Program to make this opportunity possible for thousands of students.


Amgen Scholars Japan Program is open for world-wide students to undertake scientific research projects. Approximately 20 scholarships are available for undergraduate students to undertake scientific research projects at two premier Japanese universities (Kyoto University and University of Tokyo).

The Amgen Scholars Program provides hundreds of selected undergraduate students with the opportunity to engage in a hands-on research experience at many of the world’s leading educational institutions.

The Amgen Foundation seeks to advance science education, improve quality of care and access for patients, and strengthen the communities where Amgen staff members live and work. To date, the Foundation has donated over $200 million to local, regional, and international nonprofit organizations that impact society in inspiring and innovative ways.

Undergraduate students enrolled in colleges or universities with a three-year bachelor’s degree program must have completed at least two semesters of their studies prior to participating in the program. Applicants should have good working knowledge of English, demonstrated by a minimum TOEFL (iBT) score of 79, or IELTS overall band score of 6.0, or the equivalent in principle.


Scholarship Provider: Amgen Foundation

Study Major(s): Scholarships are offered in diverse fields to help students in upgrading their education.
List of Subjects: Depending on the host university, research areas may include Biochemistry; Bioengineering; Bioinformatics; Biopsychology; Biotechnology; Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering; Chemistry; Immunology; Medical Pharmacology; Microbiology; Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology; Molecular Genetics; Molecular Medicine; Molecular Pharmacology; Neurobiology; Neuroscience; Pathology; Physiological Psychology; Physiological Science; Statistics; and Toxicology.

Course Level: Scholarships are available to undertake undergraduate scientific research projects.

Scholarship can be taken at: Japan

Scholarship for International Students: Yes, Scholarship is open to worldwide students.

Basic Eligibility Requirements: Amgen Scholars Japan Program applicants must be:
-Undergraduate students enrolled in colleges or universities worldwide that award a bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent); and
-Undergraduate students enrolled in four-year colleges or universities who are sophomores in their second year (with four quarters or three semesters of college experience), juniors in their third year, or non-graduating seniors in their fourth year (who are returning in the fall to continue their undergraduate studies).
Japan Program applicants must also have:
-A strong record of academic performance; and
-A good working knowledge of English, demonstrated by a minimum TOEFL (iBT) score of 79, or IELTS overall band score of 6.0, or the equivalent in principle; and,
-An interest in pursuing a Ph.D.

Number of award(s): 20

Scholarship Cover: Each of the two Japanese host institutions has its own award.

Kyoto University
180,000 yen will be provided to Amgen Scholars.
Scholars will receive:
90,000 yen at the time of orientation (to be held on July 1)
90,000 yen from the International Student Mobility Division around July 31
Student will also receive accommodation, travel and health facilities

University of Tokyo
Rooms: Near-campus accommodation
Stipends: Amount varies depending on the location of the university / college that applicants currently belong to
Asia / Oceania: 450,000 JPY
Europe / North, Central and South America: 500,000 JPY
Africa / Middle East 600,000 JPY
Japan 300,000 JPY

College Admission Requirement: Undergraduate students enrolled in colleges or universities with a three-year bachelor’s degree program must have completed at least two semesters of their studies prior to participating in the program.

English Language Requirement: Applicant should have good working knowledge of English, demonstrated by a minimum TOEFL (iBT) score of 79, or IELTS overall band score of 6.0, or the equivalent in principle.

College Admission Requirement: Each of the two Japanese host institutions has its own application process, but the
application deadline for both institutions is in early February. Undergraduate students enrolled in colleges or universities with a three-year bachelor’s degree program must have completed at least two semesters of their studies prior to participating in the program.

English Language Requirement: Applicant should have good working knowledge of English, demonstrated by a minimum TOEFL (iBT) score of 79, or IELTS overall band score of 6.0, or the equivalent in principle.

Notification: Unknown

Supporting Material:
Supporting documents at Kyoto University: Applicants are required to enter all of the necessary information and upload all required documents (as PDF files*) before completing the application. Be sure to have all of the necessary information and documents with applicants before they begin the application procedure. Note: the file size of each document must not exceed 3 MB.
-Statement of Purpose
-(Two) Recommendation Letters
-Uploading files: Applicants will be required to upload the following files in PDF format.
-Official Academic Transcript
-English/Japanese Test Scores achieved within last three years (if applicable)
-Online Application: The application period for summer 2016 program will commence at 3 p.m. on December 1, 2015.
Supporting documents at University of Tokyo:
-Portrait photo
-Passport
-Resume/CV and Coverletter
-Academic Transcript
-Questionnaire
-Proof of their English proficiency test score (if their first language is not English)
-Letter of Reference

How to Apply: The mode of applying is online.

Closing Date: The application closes February 1, 2016.

Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2016/01/11/amgen-scholars-program-for-undergraduates-in-japan/

Beijing Government is pleased to offer scholarships for international students in 2016-2017 academic session. Scholarships will be awarded to undertake doctoral, masters, undergraduate, senior scholar program, long term language program and exchange programs.

The Beijing Government Scholarship (BGS) was established by Beijing Municipal Government, aiming to provide tuition fees fully or partially to the international students studying or applying for studying in Beijing.

eBeijing is authorized by the Beijing Municipal Government and organized jointly by the Foreign Affairs Office of the People’s Government of Beijing Municipality and the Beijing Network Information Industry Office. The website aims to strengthen the exchanges, cooperation and friendship between Beijing and the rest of the world through the internet in English.

Applicants should not be awardees of Chinese government scholarships at the same time. They should meet the language requirements of the higher education institutions. General English language requirements for English-instructed programs and Chinese-instructed programs are different.

Scholarship Provider: Beijing Government

Study Major(s): Scholarships are offered over different departments across the university, all offering a diverse range of courses.

Course Level: Scholarships will be awarded to undertake doctoral, masters, undergraduate, senior scholar program and long term language program and exchange program.

Scholarship can be taken at: Beijing (China)

Scholarship for International Students: Yes. International students can apply for these scholarships.

Basic Eligibility Requirements: Scholarships will be awarded to undertake doctoral, masters, undergraduate, senior scholar program and long term language program and exchange program. To be eligible to apply:
-Applicants should be non-Chinese citizens and be in good health.
-Applicants for doctoral degree programs must have a master’s degree and be under the age of 40.
-Applicants for master’s degree programs must have a bachelor’s degree and be under the age of 35.
-Applicants for undergraduate program must have senior high school diploma with good academic performance and be under the age of 30.
-Applicants for general scholar program must have bachelor’s degree or completed at least two years of undergraduate studies and be under the age of 50.
-Applicants for long term language studies must have senior high school diploma and be under the age of 60.
-Applicants for senior scholar program must have master’s degree or above or hold academic title of associate professor or above and be under the age of 50.
-Applicants should meet the language requirements of the higher education institutions.
-Applicants should not be awardees of Chinese government scholarships at the same time.

Number of award(s): Unknown

College Admission Requirement
Entrance Requirement: Applicants should be non-Chinese citizens and be in good health. They should meet the language requirements of the higher education institutions.

Test Requirement: No

English Language Requirements: General Chinese Language requirements for application to Chinese-instructed program
-Old HSK6 (or new HSK5)or above is required for application of liberal arts, economics and management majored students.
-Old HSK3 (or new HSK4) or above is required for application of science, engineering and medical science majored students.
-For details please refer to requirements published by the university.
General English language requirements for application to English-instructed programs:
-Free English Language testing for students from English speaking countries.
-Free English Language testing for students from countries in which English is the major teaching language on condition that the relevant proof documents were provided.
-TOEFL 550, IELTS 5.5 or Pass University’s entrance examination.
-For details please refer to requirements published by the university

Duration of award(s): Depending on the duration of studies.

Supporting Material: The applicants must fill in and submit the following documents truly, correctly and completely:
-Application Form for Beijing Government Scholarship (Applicants shall obtain the form from the Higher Education Institutions or download the form from the website of the targeted HEIs).
-Notarized highest diploma and transcripts.
-Foreigner Physical Examination Form should be provided if the duration of study is six months or above.
-Study plan (no less than 400 words) or research plan (no less than 800 words) in Chinese or English should be submitted for degree or research students.
-Applicants for music and art are requested to submit the applicants’ own works according to the requirements of the target HEIs.
-Applicants under 18 should provide legal documents of their legal guardians in China.
-Please note that application documents will not be returned.


Scholarship Cover: The Beijing Municipal Government Scholarship for international students only covers tuition fees, and it falls into the following five categories:
1) 40,000 RMB/year for a Doctoral degree
2) 30,000 RMB/year for a Masters degree
3) 20,000 RMB/year/ for a Bachelor degree
4) 10,000 RMB/year for Senior scholars and long term language student scholarship
5) Scholarship for exchange student (long-term or credit transferrable students) and student who make special contributions to international exchange and cooperation in the capital area: 5,000 RMB/person/year.

How to Apply: All applicants can apply to the relevant schools, the Chinese Embassy, or consulate general in their home countries.

Closing Date: The time to apply is between the beginning of January and the beginning of April.

Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2016/01/10/beijing-government-scholarships-for-international-students/

The Government of Flanders is offering up to Master Mind Scholarships for international students. These scholarships are available for pursuing masters programme at selected Flemish institutions. For the academic year 2016-2017, it awards up to 45 scholarships to outstanding Master students from all countries.

The programme aims to promote the internationalization of the Flemish Higher Education, as stated in the Action Plan for Student Mobility, Brains on the Move (September 2013).

The Flemish Government is the executive branch of the Flemish Community and the Flemish Region of Belgium. It consists of a government cabinet, headed by the Minister-President and accountable to the Flemish Parliament, and the public administration (civil service) divided into 13 policy areas, each with an executive department and multiple agencies.

The eligible applicant must be registered as a full-time student at a higher education institution at the moment of application. Most institutions require proof of Dutch language proficiency for the programmes taught in Dutch and a preliminary language test for the programme taught in another language.

Students cannot apply directly. Applications need to be submitted by the Flemish Host Institution, in consultation with the Home Institution of the applicant.

Scholarship Provider: The Government of Flanders, Belgium

Study Major(s): The scholarships are awarded for all study areas.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing master degree programme at Flemish institutions. (KU Leuven / University of Leuven, University of Antwerp, Ghent University, Hasselt University, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, University colleges (Arts and Nautical Sciences), Antwerp Maritime Academy, Artesis Plantijn University College Antwerp, Erasmus University College Brussels, Karel de Grote University College, LUCA School of Arts and University College Ghent)

Scholarship can be taken at: Belgium

Scholarship for International Students: Yes, Students from all countries can apply for these scholarships.

Basic Eligibility Requirements:
- The applicant is registered as a full-time student at a higher education institution (hereafter ‘Home Institution’) at the moment of application, and applies to take up a Master degree programme at a higher education institution in Flanders (hereafter ‘Flemish Host Institution’).
- The applicant should have a high standard of academic performance and/or potential. He/she meets all academic entrance criteria, including relevant language requirements, for entering the Master programme in question offered by the Flemish Host Institution.
- The Home Institution of the applicant and the Flemish Host Institution have signed a cooperation agreement.
- Students from all countries can apply. The Home Institution is located outside of Flanders.

Number of award(s): 45

Duration of award(s): Unknown

Scholarship Cover: The incoming student is awarded a scholarship of maximum 7.500 Euro per academic year.

Notification: Unknown

College Admission Requirement: Academic Bachelor Degrees give direct access to Master Programmes. Some Master Degrees will give access to advanced Master Programmes (at least another 60 ECTS credits), in some cases after a preliminary examination. The institution board will stipulate which Master Degrees give access to these specialised and advanced Master programmes. Professional Bachelor Degrees may give access to some Master Programmes after a bridging programme. The programme and study workload will be determined by the institution board, with due consideration for individual skills, working experience, qualifications and competences of the student after an evaluation interview.

Foreign higher education degrees give access to Master Programmes (including the advanced Master Programmes) if the higher education institution boards consider the foreign higher education degree equivalent to the Flemish higher education degree giving access to the programmes concerned.

English Language Requirement: In principal Dutch is the language of instruction. However, foreign language courses, courses with foreign guest speakers and teachers, internationally oriented courses, courses in the framework of international developing cooperation, courses in the framework of international exchange programmes and courses for groups of foreign students are taught in another language. Course material may be in any language. Most institutions require proof of Dutch language proficiency for the programmes taught in Dutch and a preliminary language test for the programmes taught in another language.

How to Apply: The application needs to be submitted online by the flemish host institution. Study in Flanders does not provide application forms. Student must contact the higher education institution of their choice directly. Addresses are available on the fact sheets of the study programmes and on the fact sheets of the higher education institutions.

Supporting Material: In addition to the application for the scholarship, the applicant must submit the following documents:
-copy of passport
-official transcript of records. If written in another language than Dutch, French or English, enclose a certified translation
-official language test results
-letter of motivation (from 1 to maximum 2 A4 pages)
-a letter of recommendation from 2 professors of their home institution
-a copy of acquired diploma(s). If written in another language than Dutch, French or English, enclose a certified translation
-copy of cooperation agreement between flemish host and home institution
-These form should be renamed with the applicant’s last name and date of birth (surname_ddmmyy)

Closing Date: The application deadline is 31st March, 2016.

Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2016/01/05/master-mind-scholarships-for-international-students-in-belgium/

New Zealand Government is offering scholarships for students starting full-time postgraduate degree programmes in 2016. Scholarships are available for national of African Commonwealth countries, Africa – non-Commonwealth countries, Asia, Latin America, Caribbean Commonnwealth countries and Caribbean non-Commonnwealth countries.

New Zealand Development Scholarships (NZDS) give candidates from selected developing countries an opportunity to gain knowledge and skills through study in specific subject areas which will assist in the development of their home country.

The New Zealand Aid Programme delivers New Zealand’s official support for developing countries. The purpose of New Zealand’s aid is to develop shared prosperity and stability in the Pacific and beyond, drawing on the best of New Zealand’s knowledge and skills.

Applicants must return home for at least two years after your scholarship ends, and apply your skills and knowledge so your country can benefit from what you’ve learned. IELTS is the International English Language Testing System. TOEFL is the Test of English as a Foreign Language. If you are awaiting the result of an IELTS or TOEFL test, you can note this on your scholarship application form.


Scholarship Provider: New Zealand Aid Programme


Study Major(s): Scholarships are awarded for study related to Agriculture Development and Renewable Energy (for Africa and Latin America); For China: Preference will be given to candidates who apply to study in academic disciplines relating to one or more of the following: Rural development; Food safety and biosecurity; Tourism and small business development and Agriculture Development; For Mongolia and Nepal: Preference will be given to study in academic disciplines relating to one or more of the following: Agriculture Development, Renewable Energy, Private Sector Development and Public Sector Management; For Timor Leste: Preference areas are Private sector development (business and commerce), Technology, Tourism and hospitality, Agriculture Development (including fisheries and forestry), Governance, peace and justice and Environment and resource management and for the Caribbean:Preference will be given to Agriculture Development, Renewable Energy and Disaster Risk Management.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for full-time postgraduate study (i.e. Postgraduate Certificate, Diplomas and Masters degrees) in New Zealand except for China, Nepal and Mongolia which are available also for PhD study and in for Timor Leste which are awarded for both undergraduate and postgraduate study (Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, Masters (research and/or coursework) and Doctoral).

Scholarship can be taken at: New Zealand

Scholarship for International Students: Yes. Applications for New Zealand Development Scholarships are welcomed from the following countries. African Commonwealth countries: Botswana, Cameroon, Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Africa – non-Commonwealth countries: Algeria, Angola, Dijbouti, Ethiopia, Egypt, Gambia, Senegal, Tunisia, Zimbabwe, Asia: Mongolia, Nepal, Timor-Leste, Latin America: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Euador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Uruguay, Venezuela, Caribbean Commonnwealth countries: Antigua & Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Dominca, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, St Lucia, St Vincent & the Grenadines, and Caribbean non-Commonnwealth countries: Dominican Republic, Haiti, Suriname.

Basic Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must meet the following conditions to be eligible for a New Zealand Scholarship:
-Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the time of commencing your scholarship.
-Be a citizen of the country from which you are applying for a scholarship.
-Not have citizenship or permanent residence status of New Zealand, Australia, USA, Canada, European Union countries, United Kingdom, Japan, Israel, South Korea, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia.
-Important note: this condition does not apply to applicants from the Cook Islands, Tokelau or Niue, or applicants from Samoa with dual Samoa-NZ citizenship.
-Have resided in your home country for at least two years immediately prior to commencing your scholarship.
-Important note:this condition does not apply to applicants who are members of the diplomatic corps or their dependants, and may not apply to applicants for Short Term Scholarships.
-Have at least 2 years of work experience (part time or fulltime, paid or voluntary).
-Important note:this condition does not apply to applicants from the Pacific who are applying for a pre-service scholarship -Not be serving military personnel.
-Be able to satisfy Immigration requirements for international student entry to New Zealand or the country in which you will undertake your scholarship (i.e. medical checks, police clearances/character checks, etc.)
-Be academically and linguistically able to obtain an Offer of Place for the proposed programme of study from the tertiary institute where you will undertake your scholarship.
-Not have been previously terminated from a New Zealand Government Scholarship
-Seek a qualification that will contribute to the sustainable development of your home country
-Commit to return to your country for a minimum of 2 years at the end of your scholarship.

Number of award(s): Unknown

Duration of award(s): Depending on the duration of study.

Scholarship Cover: The entitlements of the Scholarship include full tuition fees, a living allowance (paid fortnightly), an establishment allowance, medical and travel insurance, travel between your home country and New Zealand at the start and end of your scholarship, home leave or reunion travel for some eligible scholars, pastoral and academic support at your institution, and assistance with research and thesis costs for most postgraduate research students.

Selection Criteria: Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate strong academic ability, leadership qualities, and a commitment to the development of their home country. Preference is also given to candidates who are 39 years of age or younger at the time of commencing their scholarship.

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply:
-Apply for an Offer of Place (admission) at your preferred one of the ten eligible New Zealand education institutions (http://www.aid.govt.nz/funding-and-contracts/scholarships/where-can-i-study) using their usual application process for international students.
-Once you receive admission to a New Zealand institution, download the New Zealand Scholarships application form and complete all sections.
-Submit 2 copies of your completed application form, with all attachments and supporting documents (including an Offer of Place) by the deadline to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade via post But applicants from China and Timor-Leste should submit their application to their respective New Zealand Embassy.(http://www.nzembassy.com/)

Closing Date: The application deadline is 15 April 2016 for paper application and 30 April 2016 for online application.

Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2016/01/02/new-zealand-commonwealth-scholarships-for-developing-countries/

More and more colleges and universities are recognizing the demand for alternatives to traditional education. With today’s busy lifestyles, many people find it difficult to find time to go back to school without sacrificing existing obligations. This problem is being solved, though, with an increasing amount of accredited online universities that allow for alternate means of earning a degree.

Accredited online universities utilize advancing technology to expose the student to course work required for the degree. This includes televised classes, online chat, emailed assignments and online classrooms.

Students enrolled in online courses often find it difficult to balance their academic, social and occupational lives. As such, Experts at Collegescholarshipsdigest.com have created this list of five key tips on how to be a successful digital learner.You may find that these steps are also useful for being a successful traditional student, but they are especially critical for online students to succeed.


- Be motivated to learn
With more potential distractions and no instructor or peers to judge your work in a physical classroom, it may become more difficult to stay focused on your work. For such times, it is helpful to set short-term goals with small breaks to keep yourself working steadily. It can also be helpful to set a long-term goal, so that you can remember that your hard work is going towards something great that you really want to accomplish.

- Take the class seriously
While online classes are designed to be more time-flexible, your efforts and outcomes will impact your future just as much as a those for a traditional higher-ed course. Thus, it is useful to know what the expectations are for the class; if the workload is too heavy or too light, you may find it difficult to take the class seriously. To help with this, make sure to read the course syllabus (if available) thoroughly and communicate with the instructor before deciding whether you should keep or drop a class.

-Know what kind of learner you are
An invaluable tip for being successful is to recognize and understand your own personality and learning style. Considering how these characteristics are crucial for a person’s motivation and attitude, it becomes clear that they can easily aid your success or failure. For instance, if you are outgoing, work better with friendly competition and prefer hands-on learning, taking a traditional or hybrid course may be better options for you.

- Have the right technology
As an online student, it is necessary for you to have the appropriate technology to work effectively. This means (minimally) having an efficient personal computer, consistent access to the internet, and an updated internet browser. For UW Bothell, most course-related websites and learning management systems (LMS)–such as Canvas–work best with Firefox and Chrome.

- Take advantage of available resources
One of the greatest advantages to taking courses online is the accessibility of internet resources while using a computer, which is often restricted or disallowed in a traditional classroom setting. However, it is also important to keep in mind that the instructor and your online peers can be very helpful too, especially for clarifications and discussions. Communicating often with an open mind will help you generate new ideas, perspectives and gain a better understanding of any topic.

Culled from: www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2015/12/30/top-five-tips-to-becoming-a-successful-online-student/

The AU Emerging Global Leader Scholarship promotes educational access and opportunity while enhancing international diversity. Bringing together the best of AU — academic excellence, leadership development, and global engagement — the AU Emerging Global Leader achieves, inspires, and serves with vision. The AU EGL is dedicated to positive civic and social change, and will return home to improve under-resourced, underserved communities in his/her home country.

The AU EGL scholarship covers all billable AU expenses (full tuition, room and board) for one international student who will need a visa (preferably an F-1 or J-1 student visa) to study in the United States.

Scholarship Provider: American University, Washington DC, USA

Study Major(s): Any undergraduate study offered at the University

Course Level: Scholarship is provided for undergraduate studies

Scholarship can be taken at: USA

Scholarship for International Students: Yes. The scholarships are targeted to international students from any country who are not U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or dual citizens of the U.S. and another country.Preference will be given to international students who have overcome various obstacles and challenges as well as those from diverse and under-represented global and socio-economic backgrounds.

Basic Eligibility Requirements: AU EGLS candidates must apply Regular Decision for fall (August) 2016.
Preference will be given to:
- International students who have overcome various obstacles and challenges as well as those from diverse and underrepresented global and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- A minimum 3.8 GPA equivalent (or in the top 10% of graduating class) for 9th-12th grades.
- A demonstrated commitment to leadership, volunteerism, community service and to advancing the needs of people in their home country.
- Students with a 95 TOEFL iBT, 7.0 IELTS or 600 paper-based TOEFL (or above).

Number of award(s): One (1) scholarship is available

Duration of award(s): The AU EGL scholarship is renewable for a total of four years of undergraduate study, based on continued satisfactory academic performance.

Scholarship Cover: The AU EGL scholarship covers all billable AU expenses
- Full tuition
- Room and board)

The scholarship does not cover non-billable expenses such as mandatory health insurance, books, airline tickets and miscellaneous expenses

Selection Criteria: The AU EGLS selection process is most competitive. Priority consideration will be given to those AU EGLS applicants (http:///forms/gPMR9ih5dq) who apply and complete the AU EGLS application, Common Application, and international admissions process before deadline.

Notification: Only shortlisted candidate will be contacted and Skype interviews will be required for AU EGL semi-finalists and finalists.

How to Apply: To apply to the AU Emerging Global Leader Scholarship you must complete the online scholarship application form and submit required supporting documents by 15 December 2015 or at the latest, 15 January 2016.

It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Closing Date: The deadline is January 15, 2016

Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2015/12/30/au-emerging-global-leader-scholarship-in-usa/

The Swedish Institute Study Scholarships (SISS) are awarded to students from selected countries for full-time master’s level studies in Sweden starting in the autumn semester 2016. The scholarships cover both living costs and tuition fees. An estimated 300 scholarships will be available.

SISS is the Swedish government’s international awards scheme aimed at developing global leaders. It is funded by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Sweden and administered by the Swedish Institute (SI), the programme offers a unique opportunity for future leaders to develop professionally and academically, to experience Swedish society and culture, and to build a long-lasting relationship with Sweden and with each other.

The goal is to enable the scholarship holders to play an active role in the positive development of the societies in which they live. Ideal candidates are ambitious young professionals with outstanding academic qualifications, demonstrated leadership experience and a clear idea of how a study programme in Sweden would benefit their country.

Scholarship Provider: It is funded by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Sweden and administered by the Swedish Institute (SI)

Study Major(s): Eligible master programmes in Sweden. Priority will be given to applicants choosing study programmes with an emphasis on gender equality, sustainable development, democracy, human rights or poverty reduction.

Course Level: This Scholarship is awarded to pursue a masters degree programme.

Scholarship can be taken at: Sweden

Scholarship for International Students: Yes

Basic Eligibility Requirements:
- Applicants must be from an eligible country
- have at least two years’ work experience
- Applicants must display outstanding academic qualifications and leadership experience. In addition, applicants should show an ambition to make a difference by working with issues which contribute to a just and sustainable development in their country.
Regarding university application, the applicants must also:
- have paid the application fee for master’s programmes at University Admissions before 1 February 2016.
- be admitted to one of the eligible master programmes in the first selection round at university admissions by 29 March 2016. Students who are listed as reserves will not be considered. There are no scholarships available for late admissions. Check the list of eligible master programmes, selected among the Swedish universities/university colleges.

Number of award(s): An estimated 300 scholarships will be available.

Duration of award(s): The scholarship is granted for one academic year (two semesters) at a time.

Scholarship Cover:
The scholarship covers both tuition fees (paid directly to the Swedish university/university college by the Swedish Institute) and living expenses to the amount of SEK 9,000 per month. There are no additional grants for family members. The scholarship period cannot be altered or extended beyond the study programme period, nor can the scholarship be transferred to a study programme other than the awarded one.

Selection Criteria:

Notification: Successful candidates will be notified in the beginning of February, and required to submit a detailed application for the second step 8 – 13 February 2016.

How to Apply:

The first part of the application process was open on 1 December 2015. Apply through the SI online application portal. No documents will be required in the first step. Application deadline is 24:00 CET on Wednesday 20 January 2016.

Closing Date: The application deadline is 20 January 2016

Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2015/12/29/the-swedish-institute-study-scholarships/

Talent for Governance provides talent programmes to young, talented civil servants working for local governments in developing and transitional countries. At the local level, these talents are able and committed to make a real difference for their communities. They need our support to realise their ambitions!

Under the Talent for Governance programme, The Hague Academy aims to enable young civil servants from developing countries and Eastern European (non-EU) countries to participate in a specially designed exercise which provides opportunities for knowledge exchange and training so that they can develop their skills and realise their ambitions.

The Programme generally consists of four different components that are all connected by an overall theme: a practical training course at The Hague Academy, a short internship at a Dutch local government, network activities and the back-home-action plan.

Do you recognise the importance of good local governance for development? Do you see the need for supporting the capacities of young talents at the local level? With your involvement you can help them realise their ambitions and support good governance worldwide!

Scholarship Provider: The Hague Academy for Local Governance, The Hague, Netherlands

Study Major(s): Governance

Course Level: Training, Internship

Scholarship can be taken at: Netherlands

Scholarship for International Students: Yes young civil servants from developing countries and Eastern European (non-EU) Countries

Basic Eligibility Requirements:
Application is possible if you

- work for a local government (not an NGO or private enterprise) e.g. district, municipality, city, region, province, water board etc.;
- work in one of the countries listed on the DAC country list;
- be 37 years of age or younger when you apply;
- have at least two years of work experience in local governance and prove your commitment to
- work there for at least two years more;
- speak and understand the English language well (all programmes are in English);
- be able to write down and orally defend your motivation for and relevance of the specific programme;
- be able to identify an issue/project as a real life case within the theme of the programme for which you will write a Back Home Action Plan during the Talent programme;
- have written support of your employer to participate in the programme and to implement the Back Home Action Plan when you return home.

Fields of study
The talent programme is organised two or three times a year. All talent programmes are organised around a different local governance theme, linked to the theme of the training course that will be followed at The Hague Academy for Local Governance.

To apply for the 2016/17 Talent programme, candidates need to choose one of the following programme themes:

- Citizen Participation & Inclusive Governance – Programme from 23 May – 10 June 2016, (more information about the training course part of the programme)
- Local Economic Development – Programme from 19 September – 7 October 2016, (more information about the training course part of the programme)
- Local Service Delivery- Programme from 3 – 21 October 2016, (more information about the training course part of the programme)


Eligible groups
Young civil servants working for local governments in a developing country.

Number of award(s): The amount of placements will depend on the funds and internship placements in Dutch local governments.

Duration of award(s): Its depends on the Three different programme themes. The training is a three weeks programme.

Scholarship Cover: The Talent for Governance programme is almost completely cost covering. The talent programme covers cost of tuition fee, travel costs, accommodation and living expenses in The Netherlands. The talent must cover any additional costs from their own resources, and also contribute 100-200 Euros to their programme costs.

Scholarship benefits
The Talent for Governance programme is almost completely cost covering. The talent programme covers cost of tuition fee, travel costs, accommodation and living expenses in The Netherlands. The talent must cover any additional costs from their own resources, and also contribute 100-200 Euros to their programme costs.

Method of Application
All applications must be on the online application form. Please do not submit a separate application form for the specific training course of your choice through the website of the Hague Academy for Local Governance. Only applications made through the online application form will be considered. Before applying, it is strongly adviseable to first read the Rules and Regulations Booklet 2016.

It is important to read the Rules and Regulations Talent for Governance 2016 and visit the official website (link found below) to access the online application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Selection Criteria:

- Only applications made through the online application form will be considered.
- Firstly, the applications will be screened for completeness of the form and basic eligibility of the candidates.
- One month after the application deadline, only the candidates that are accepted into the next round will be contacted by Talent for Governance.

Notification: One month after the application deadline, only the candidates that are accepted into the next round will be contacted by Talent for Governance.

How to Apply:
All applications must be on the online application form. Please do not submit a separate application form for the specific training course of your choice through the website of the Hague Academy for Local Governance. Only applications made through the online application form will be considered. Before applying, it is strongly adviseable to first read the Rules and Regulations Booklet 2016.

It is important to read the Rules and Regulations Talent for Governance 2016 and visit the official website (link found below) to access the online application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Closing Date: The new application period for the programmes in 2016 will be open from Monday October 5 2015 until the deadline for applications on Friday 29th of January 2016

Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2015/12/24/talent-for-governance-training-scholarships-for-developing-countries/

Which Jobs Are Right for You?

Deciding what career you want to pursue is exciting. But because there are so many career paths it can be hard to choose. You might read about a court case in the news and want to be a trial lawyer. Then, after you watch a wildlife documentary, becoming a marine biologist might seem like a good idea.

How do you decide which to choose, or even where to start? Here’s an activity that can help you explore the possibilities. You’ll gain more than a better understanding of various jobs; you’ll also learn something new about yourself.

Step 1: Think about what interests you.

Divide a page into four columns. Label the first two columns “Interests” and “Job Ideas.” In the first column, list your interests, such as children or sports. Then in the second column, list jobs that have something to do with each interest.

Need help? Think about people you've read about or met who have interesting jobs, or use the career quizzes that are available in your counselor's office or online.

Step 2: Consider how to get there.

Label the third column “Requirements.” No, you don't have to plan your whole life right now, but it’s good to know what skills, classes and degrees different jobs require.

You might discover that you don't like any of the courses needed to complete a college major that would prepare you for one of the jobs on your list. To get information about education requirements for different jobs, use Major and Career Search.

Step 3: Try it out.

Label the last column “Things I Can Do Now” and list ways of getting a feel for what one of the jobs on your list is really like. You can choose some of these ideas or come up with your own:

- Volunteer where you’re likely to meet someone who has one of the jobs you’re interested in.
- Look into a paid or unpaid internship.
- Accompany someone working in that field to see what a day on the job is like.
- Conduct research at the library or on the Web.
- Find a mentor who can give you perspective and advice.
- Talk to family members and friends who work in those careers or know others who do.

Once you’ve gotten a better feel for a career, decide whether you still want to keep it on your list. Even if you decide to cross it off, you'll have gained valuable insight into what you might like to do.

Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2015/12/22/exploring-careers-path-a-step-by-step-guide/

Getting straight A’s won’t guarantee success, but it sure doesn’t hurt. A high GPA will help you make more money, pursue further education, or change career paths. If you’re going to spend many thousands of dollars on a college education, you might as well make the most of it. Right?

Grade point average (GPA) is an advanced way of calculating grade, each semester a Grade point avarege (GPA) shall be computed for all courses taken in the semester, the GPA shall be computed and rounded off to two decimal places (2.99).

Being smart will help you get good grades, but it isn’t required. Neither is studying nonstop. The key to academic success is being disciplined and efficient in your study habits. Here are 2 reasons why your GPA matters:

1. Going further in your academic pursuit

If your plan is to go to graduate school for Masters, your GPA is going to matter, as schools will look at your transcripts; so maintaining a high GPA is essential.

2. Low GPA decreases your chances to easily securing a job

If you plan on entering the job market immediately after graduation, your GPA is also very important. Recruitment exercises are known for using GPAs to screen out applicants in a bid to cut down the number of applicants to be invited for interview.

These 8 strategies will help you raise your GPA while minimizing stress and overall study time.

1. Go to class – I know this one is mind-numbingly obvious but it’s important. Many professors lecture directly from PowerPoint and post the slides to the internet. This makes it tempting to skip class, download the lecture notes, and learn the material on your own. Although you can probably get away with this in easy courses, you’ll face problems in challenging ones. By skipping class, you miss out on a few important things:

- Detailed verbal explanations that are key to understanding the material
- The chance to ask questions and listen to the Q&A of other students
- Special announcements
- Opportunities for extra credit

It’s also important to consider how skipping class affects your reputation. In most classes, grades are somewhat subjective. This means that the grader’s perception of you can make or break your grade. If you frequently miss class, you’ll be perceived as someone who lacks respect for the professor and the subject matter. Why should they give you the benefit of the doubt or round that B+ up to an A-?

2. Sit in the front row – Not only will sitting in the front row build self confidence, it will automatically engage you in the lecture. You’ll appear to be an eager student and highly visible to the teacher. This will help your academic reputation and make it more likely you’ll develop a relationship with the professor. You’ll have a much easier time maintaining focus and will feel more like a participant than a passive observer.

3. Take notes by hand – Another unfortunate side effect of the PowerPoint revolution is that it discourages students from taking notes. Taking notes by hand will improve your grades because a) it forces you to pay attention, and b) the physical act of writing aids memorization. If you take notes, you’ll find it much easier to stay engaged. Your notes also provide a point of reference that will help you build a mental link between a written concept and the professor’s verbal explanation. This is key for efficient studying.

4. Do a weekly review – A common problem students encounter is trying to learn an enormous amount of material right before the midterm or final exam. This is practically impossible. You’ll find it much easier if you take a gradual approach to studying. At least once a week, review your notes starting from the beginning of the course. This only needs to take 15 or 20 minutes, just enough time to build familiarity with the material.

By doing a weekly review you’ll gradually memorize everything and will better understand how one concept builds on the next. Putting in small amounts of effort on a consistent basis will drastically reduce the amount of studying you need to do right before the test.

5. Go to office hours – Professors and TA’s usually make themselves available at regular times during the week for students to ask questions about assignments. Do yourself a favor by taking advantage of this opportunity. First, attending office hours will motivate you to get ahead on your work and prepare questions to ask. This will give you a huge edge in understanding problems that aren’t clearly explained in the lectures. Second, it will build your reputation as a high-effort student who deserves high grades.

6. Find smart people to work with – In courses that involve group work, this is essential. No one wants to get stuck with a bunch slackers, have to do all the work themselves, and end up with a poor grade to show for it. The quality of the your learning experience is directly related to the attitudes of the people you work with. Working with smart people will facilitate discussion. The best way to understand an idea is talking about it with other intelligent people.

Who you work with also affects your academic reputation. If you associate with students that aren’t interested in learning, teachers and graders will assume you feel the same way. It’s also a great way to connect with people who have similar interests and ambitions.

7. Avoid all-nighters – Generally, having to pull an all-nighter means that you slacked off all semester and need to fit 3 months of learning into one day. If you use a gradual study strategy this will never be necessary. All-nighters don’t work! Yes, it might be possible to get a good grade if the course is easy, but it’s much more likely that your grade will be significantly lower. All-nighters harm performance because they make you tired and stressed. You’ll also forget most of what you learn right after the test, decreasing the practical value of your education.

8. Play – Please create a good leisure time for yourself. All work and no play makes jack a dull boy.

Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2015/12/16/how-to-improve-your-gpa/

Well written. Keep it up.

Applications are invited for Romanian Government scholarships available for citizens of non EU countries. Up to 85 scholarships are awarded for undergraduate and postgraduate studies in Romania. The monthly amount is granted to the students of the 1st (licenta) and 2nd (master) cycle throughout the whole academic year, the winter and spring vacation included, but not during the summer vacation. For full-time students of the 3rd cycle (doctorate), the monthly amount is granted throughout the whole calendar year.

Scholarships offered by the Romanian State to foreign citizens through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in keeping with Government Decision No 288/1993 for the 2016- 2017 academic year. 85 scholarships for under- and post-graduate studies in Romania, by means of selection of application files organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) and the Ministry of National Education (MNE), in keeping with Romanian current legislation. Citizens of non EU countries (irrespective of their country of residence). Priority is given to citizens from non EU states with which Romania does not have cultural and education cooperation agreements. Mention should be made that foreign citizens of Romanian origin and those belonging to the neighbouring historic Romanian communities benefit from other scholarship programmes offered by the Romanian state. The scholarships are granted for three levels of study:
-for the first cycle (licenta): This scheme is dedicated to graduates of high schools or of equivalent pre-university systems, as well as to candidates who require the equivalent of partial studies and the continuation of their studies in Romania. The complete cycle of university studies lasts for 3 to 6 years, according to the specific requirements of the chosen faculty, and ends with a final examination (licenta);
-for the 2nd cycle (master): This scheme is dedicated to graduates of university/post graduate studies; it lasts for 1,5 to 2 years and ends with a dissertation;
-for the 3rd cycle (doctorate): this scheme is dedicated to the graduates of university/postgraduate studies (i.e. master); it lasts for 3-4 years, in keeping with the specific requirements of the chosen faculty, and ends with a doctor’s thesis.

Scholarship Provider: Romanian Government

Study Major(s): Priority fields: priority will be given to the candidates applying for: political and administrative sciences, education studies, Romanian culture and civilization, journalism, technical studies, oil and gas, agricultural studies, veterinary medicine, architecture, music, arts.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for undergraduate and postgraduate studies in Romania.

Scholarship can be taken at: Romania

Scholarship for International Students: Yes, Citizens of non EU countries (irrespective of their country of residence) can apply for these Romanian government scholarships.

Basic Eligibility Requirements:
Citizens of non EU countries (irrespective of their country of residence). Priority is given to citizens from non EU states with which Romania does not have cultural and education cooperation agreements. Mention should be made that foreign citizens of Romanian origin and those belonging to the neighbouring historic Romanian communities benefit from other scholarship programmes offered by the Romanian state.

Number of award(s): Up to 85 Romanian government scholarships are awarded.

Duration of award(s): The monthly amount mentioned above is granted to the students of the 1st (licenta) and 2nd (master) cycle throughout the whole academic year, the winter and spring vacation included, but not during the summer vacation. For full-time students of the 3rd cycle (doctorate), the monthly amount is granted throughout the whole calendar year. Important for all scholarship holders (under and post-graduate): The scholarships will be suspended if the student in any education cycle repeats a year due to poor results. It may be resumed in the following academic year, after the student has successfully graduated the repeated year. The students who repeat an academic year must pay the full study fees and accommodation.

Language of Study: In order to promote Romanian language and culture, the Ministry of National Education has decided that the beneficiaries of the scholarships should study only in the Romanian language. The candidates who do not know Romanian are offered one supplementary preparatory year to study the language. The students who declare that they know already Romanian language have to pass a language test organized by the competent higher education institutions.

Scholarship Cover: The scholarship consists of:
-Free-of-charge tuition,
-Free-of-charge accommodation (depending on availability, accommodation will be offered free-of-charge in students hostels, in keeping with the higher education regulations and within the limits of the sums available for this purpose),
-Financial support – a monthly amount representing : the equivalent in Romanian currency of 65 EURO per month, for the under-graduate students (1st cycle), the equivalent in Romanian currency of 75 EURO per month, for post-graduate students (master degrees and specialization) 2nd cycle, RI737126839CN the equivalent in Romanian currency of 85 EURO per month, for post graduate students (doctor’s degree) 3rd cycle.
-These scholarships do not cover food, international and local transport. The candidates must be prepared to support personally any other additional expenses.

Selection Criteria: MFA – PCSDD checks the application files and submits the valid candidatures to the MFA Selection Board. The files selected by this Board will be sent to the MNE Selection Board. The Boards will approve the list of 85 accepted candidates and a waiting list, in case any selected candidates gives up the scholarship.

Notification: The selection results will be announced by 25 June 2016 to each diplomatic mission that submitted application files.

How to Apply: To get all the necessary information about the scholarships (conditions, necessary documents, enrolment calendar) and to submit their application files, the candidates should apply directly to:
-the Romanian diplomatic missions accredited to the candidate’s country of origin or of residence or to
-the diplomatic mission of candidate’s state of origin accredited to Bucharest
-Application files submitted by post or directly to the MFA or to the MECS, as well as application files received after the announced deadline will not be taken into consideration.
-Applications files should contain documents in English or French language.
-If the application files contain documents in other foreign languages than English or French, they must be accompanied by authorized translations in one of the following languages: Romanian, English or French. Generally, Romanian universities may require that all enrolment documents should be accompanied by authorized copies and authorized translations in Romanian. It is of utmost importance to fill in correctly all forms.

Closing Date: The deadline for submitting the application files is established by each diplomatic mission. The candidate should enquire at the diplomatic mission about the enrolment calendar, starting 2 December 2015. The application deadline for Foreign diplomatic missions is 15 March 2016.

For more information: Check Scholarship official page.(http://www.mae.ro/en/node/10251)

Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2015/12/15/romanian-government-scholarships-for-international-students-in-romania/

The Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) is a collaboration between the Agency for Science, Technology & Research (A*STAR), the Nanyang Technological University (NTU), the National University of Singapore (NUS) and the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD). PhD training will be carried out in English at your chosen lab at A*STAR Research Institutes, NTU, NUS or SUTD. Students will be supervised by distinguished and world-renowned researchers in these labs. Upon successful completion, students will be conferred a PhD degree by either NTU, NUS or SUTD.Applications are invited for SINGA Awards for August 2016 intake. Up to 240 SINGA Awards are given every year to top students from all over the world. SINGA only supports PhD studies in the field of science and engineering. PhD training will be carried out in English at applicant’s chosen lab at A*STAR Research Institutes, NTU, NUS or SUTD.

Scholarship Provider: The Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) is a collaboration between the Agency for Science, Technology & Research (A*STAR), the Nanyang Technological University (NTU), the National University of Singapore (NUS) and the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD).

Study Major(s): SINGA only supports PhD studies in the field of science and engineering.

Course Level: Awards are available for pursuing PhD studies either at National University of Singapore (NUS) or Nanyang Technological University (NTU) or the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD).

Scholarship can be taken at: Singapore

Scholarship for International Students: Yes, International students can apply for these SINGA Awards.

Basic Eligibility Requirements:
-Open to all international students
-Graduates with a passion for research and excellent academic results
-Good skills in written and spoken English
-Good reports from academic referees

Number of award(s): Up to 240 SINGA Awards will be given every year to top students from all over the world.

Duration of award(s): Awards are available for 4 years of PhD studies.

Scholarship Cover: Total offer is about:
-The stipend amount is SGD 24,000 annually, to be increased to SGD 30,000 after passing Qualifying Examination.
-Full support for tuition fees for 4 years of PhD studies.
-One-time SGD 1,000 Settling-in Allowance
-One-time Airfare Grant of SGD 1,500

Selection Criteria: The selection criteria for SINGA include the applicant’s academic record, publications, recommendations from academic referees, personal achievements, passion and ability to excel in research, and an interview if short-listed.

Notification: Only short-listed candidates will be notified within 10 weeks from the application closing date.

How to Apply:
Applicant will first need to fill up an online application (https://sms.a-star.edu.sg/applicant/Login.aspx) form and submit it through the SINGA website. Soft copies of the following supporting documents must be uploaded during your online application:
– Identity card or Passport
– A recent passport-sized photo in JPEG/PNG format
– Bachelor’s Academic Transcripts (in English translation)
– Bachelor’s Degree Scroll (in English translation) or a letter of certification from the university on your candidature if your degree scroll has not yet been conferred
– Master’s Academic Transcripts, if any (in English translation)
– Master’s Degree Scroll, if any (in English translation) or a letter of certification from the university on your candidature if your degree scroll has not yet been conferred
– 2 recommendation reports (to be completed and submitted online by the referees). Not compulsory but good to include (if available): – GRE / IELTS / TOEFL / SAT I & II / GATE results

Online Application (https://sms.a-star.edu.sg/applicant/Login.aspx)

Closing Date: The application deadline is 1 January 2016 for August 2016 intake.

For more information: Check Scholarship official page.(http://www.a-star.edu.sg/singa-award/The-Awards.aspx)

Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2015/12/15/singa-phd-awards-for-foreign-students-in-singapore/

The Faculty of Social Sciences at Charles University through the support of the Czech Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport offers seven development scholarships for developing countries. Applications for these scholarships are open to all students from developing countries and/or countries going through a process of political and economic transition, who are applying for study in one of Bachelor’s studies or Master’s studies programmes at Charles University Faculty of Social Sciences from academic year 2016/2017.

Scholarship Provider: Czech Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport, the Faculty of Social Sciences

Charles UniversityStudy Major(s): Scholarships are awarded to study any course offered by Charles University Faculty of Social Sciences.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing bachelor’s studies or master’s studies programmes at Charles University.

Scholarship can be taken at: Czech Republic

Scholarship for International Students: Yes, Students of developing countries such as (Afghanistan, Gambia, Mozambique, Bangladesh, The Guinea, Myanmar, Benin, Guinea-Bisau, Nepal, Burkina Faso, Haiti, Niger, Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Cambodia, Korea, Dem Rep., Sierra Leone, Central African Republic, Kyrgyz Republic, Somalia, Liberia, Tajikistan, Comoros, Madagascar, Tanzania, Malawi, Togo, Congo, Dem. Rep, Eritrea, Mali, Uganda, Ethiopia, Mauritania, Zimbabwe, Albania, Indonesia, Samoa, Armenia, India, São Tomé and Principe, Belize, Iraq, Senegal, Bhutan, Kiribati, Solomon Islands, Bolivia, Kosovo, South Sudan, Cameroon, Lao PDR, Sri Lanka, Cape Verde, Lesotho, Sudan, Congo, Rep., Marshall Islands, Swaziland, Côte d’Ivoire, Micronesia, Fed. Sts., Syrian Arab Republic, Djibouti, Moldova, Timor-Leste, Egypt, Arab Rep., Mongolia, Tonga, El Salvador, Morocco, Ukraine, Fiji, Nicaragua, Uzbekistan, Georgia, Nigeria, Vanuatu, Ghana, Pakistan, Vietnam, Guatemala, Papua New Guinea, West Bank and Gaza, Guyana, Paraguay, Yemen, Rep., Honduras, Philippines, Zambia, Angola, Ecuador, Palau, Algeria, Gabon, Panama, American Samoa, Grenada, Peru, Antigua and Barbuda, Iran, Islamic Rep., Romania, Argentina, Jamaica, Russian Federation, Azerbaijan, Jordan, Serbia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Seychelles, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Latvia, South Africa, Botswana, Lebanon, St. Lucia, Brazil, Libya, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Bulgaria, Lithuania, Suriname, Chile, Macedonia, FYR, Thailand, China, Malaysia, Tunisia, Colombia, Maldives, Turkey, Costa Rica, Mauritius, Turkmenistan, Cuba, Mexico, Tuvalu, Dominica, Montenegro and Uruguay) can apply for these scholarships.

Basic Eligibility Requirements:
Applications for these scholarships are open to all students from developing countries and/or countries going through a process of political and economic transition, who are applying for study in one of our Bachelor’s studies or Master’s studies programmes at Charles University Faculty of Social Sciences from academic year 2016/17.

Number of award(s): A total of seven scholarships are available, ear-marked for students from developing countries and/or countries going through a process of political and economic transition.

Duration of award(s): Scholarships are awarded for school year 2016/17, and may not be deferred to later years.

Scholarship Cover: Under the terms of this scholarship, students will receive a waiver of school fees for their first semester of study, plus a one-off payment of 50 000 CZK (about 2050 EUR) as a contribution towards living costs. School fees for the second semester of study will not be waived.

Selection Criteria: All scholarship applications received by the deadline will be assessed by a Scholarship Review Board, which will recommend seven students to receive scholarships to the Dean of the Faculty. The decision of the Board on which students it will recommend for a scholarship will be independent of the deliberations of the Admissions Panel regarding which students to admit. However, only students finally admitted by the Faculty are eligible to become scholarship holders. In addition to the documents submitted by scholarship applicants, the Scholarship Review Board will take into consideration applicants’ results from their earlier studies. Priority will be given to students who have not previously had the opportunity to study abroad.

Notification: Unknown

How to Apply:
Applications must be made on the form that accompanies this announcement, and must include the following documents:

- Completed application form
- Motivation essay of no more than 1000 words, explaining why they need a scholarship, and what they hope to gain from their studies at Charles University
- Two letters of recommendation from teachers, who know the student from their previous studies, including confirmation of the student's financial need
- Students who will have problems meeting this deadline due to inefficient or unreliable postal services may, as a temporary measure, submit fax copies and/or scanned copies by e-mail. However, originals must also be sent, and final decisions will not be made until originals have been received.

Note: The current scholarship holders who are reapplying do not need to submit the two recommendation letters or write the essay. Please include a cover note and one recommendation letter from a Charles University academic who knows you from your studies with your application.

IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ: All scholarship applicants MUST also lodge an online application for their selected study program and note the name of the program on their application for a scholarship. Without this their application for a scholarship will not be considered.

Post your scholarship application to:
Manager, International Office
Charles University
Faculty of Social Sciences
Smetanovo nabrezi 6
110 01 Praha 1
Czech Republic

E-mail: svoz@fsv.cuni.cz (enquiries only)

Closing Date: The early admissions deadline for academic year 2016/17 is 29th February 2016 and scholarship applications is 30th April 2016.

Cullled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2015/12/15/czech-republic-ministry-of-education-development-scholarships-in-czech-republic/

The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region has set up the Hong Kong Maritime and Logistics Scholarship Scheme (Scholarship) in PolyU for the academic year 2016/17 to support students enrolled on the full-time stream under PolyU’s MSc in International Shipping and Transport Logistics programme (MSc ISTL). The Scholarship aims to expand the manpower of the maritime industry in Hong Kong. Scholarship will cover the tuition fee for the programme and an allowance. Scholarships are open for Local, Mainland China and overseas graduates graduates wishing to enroll on the full-time stream under MScISTL programme offered by the Department of Logistics and Maritime Studies of PolyU, and having met the entrance requirements of the programme. The application deadline is 29 April 2016.

Scholarship Provider: The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region

Study Major(s): Scholarship is provided to learn MSc in International Shipping and Transport Logistics.

Course Level: This Scholarship is awarded to pursue a masters degree programme.

Scholarship can be taken at: Hong Kong

Scholarship for International Students: Yes, Local, Mainland China and overseas applicants can apply for this scholarship.

Basic Eligibility Requirements:
Local, Mainland China and overseas graduates wishing to enroll on the full-time stream under MScISTL programme
oered by the Department of Logistics and Maritime Studies (LMS) of PolyU, and having met the following entrance
requirements of the programme:

Local Applicants
A Bachelor's degree in any discipline.

Mainland China and Overseas Applicants
A Bachelor's degree in International Shipping or Maritime Studies or other relevant disciplines with:
i) English being the Medium of Instruction; OR
ii) English not being the Medium of Instruction, then applicants are also required to meet either one of the following
requirements:
- An IELTS Academic Test with a score of at least 6; or
- A TOEFL Paper-based test score of at least 550, including a score of at least 4.5 in the Test of Written English; or
- A TOEFL Internet-based test score of at least 80, including a score of at least 20 in the Test of Written English.

Number of award(s): Unknown

Duration of award(s): Unknown

Scholarship Cover: Scholarship will cover the tuition fee for the programme and an allowance.

Selection Criteria:

• Academic merit;
• Commitment to undertaking the full-time stream of the programme with 39 academic credits and 6 training credits
of Maritime Industry Internship (exemption may be granted to local scholarship recipients with relevant
internship/work experience);
• Commitment to serving in the maritime industry in Hong Kong.

Programme Duration:
Normal Duration: 2 years (can be shorter depending on pace of study)
Maximum Period of Study: 4 years

Notification: Successful candidates will be notified in writing by LMS of the selection results on or before 30 June 2016.

How to Apply: Applications for the programme and the Scholarship should be submitted online through the eAdmission System.

Enquiries & Application:
For enquiries, please call (852) 2766 7409 or email to mscistl.lms@polyu.edu.hk.

Online Application (https://www38.polyu.edu.hk/eAdmission/index.jsf)

Closing Date: The application deadline is 29 April 2016.
Culled from: http://www.collegescholarshipsdigest.com/2015/12/13/the-hong-kong-maritime-and-logistics-msc-scholarship/