Study In Japan: United Nations University Scholarships for Developing Country Students

Japan Foundation for UNU (JFUNU) Scholarship

Course(s) Offered: Global issues (several fields)
Course Level: Graduate (masters)
Provider: The Japan Foundation
Country to Study in: Japan

Scholarship Description
The Japan Foundation for United Nations University (JFUNU) Scholarship is available for outstanding applicants from developing countries. Only those who can demonstrate a need for financial assistance will be considered for the award of the scholarship.

The programme addresses pressing global issues of sustainability, climate change, development, peace-building, and human rights through an innovative interdisciplinary approach that integrates the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities.

The programme is intended for recent graduates, professionals, and practitioners, offering the unique opportunity to study at a global university within the framework of the United Nations. It provides students with the knowledge and skills to make important contributions towards solving global issues, whether through employment by UN agencies, other international organizations, governments, civil society, or the private sector.

Eligibility
Applicants for the Master of Science in Sustainability are required to have met the following requirements by the application deadline in order to be considered:

• A strong interest in sustainability studies.
• Demonstrated commitment to study and understand global issues.
• A completed bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a recognized university or institution of higher education in a field related to sustainability. Those who expect to graduate and have a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent conferred before September 2015 may also apply.
• A GPA of 3.5 or above on a 4.0 scale on the bachelor’s degree earned.
• English language proficiency: The minimum score requirements for English language qualifications required by UNU-ISP are:
  
  • 600 in TOEFL – Paper-Based Testing (PBT)
  • 100 in TOEFL – Internet-Based Testing (iBT)
  • 7.0 in IELTS – Academic format
• Applicants, except for the cases below, must submit original TOEFL or IELTS score reports (from a test taken within the last two years) to Admissions Office at the time of application:
  
  • Applicants whose first language is English.
  • Applicants who graduated from a university or a postgraduate school located in an English speaking country.(IBT)
  • Applicants who completed an undergraduate or postgraduate degree programme where the language of instruction and examination was English. In this case, an official statement from the academic institution will be required, confirming the use of English as the language of instruction and examination.

Selection Criteria:
The JFUNU Scholarship is available for outstanding applicants from developing countries who can demonstrate a need for financial assistance, and they will be considered as candidates for the award of the scholarship.

Eligible groups
Students from Developing Countries

Participating Institutions
Institute for Sustainability and Peace (ISP), United Nations University (UNU), Japan

Fields of study
The Master of Science in Sustainability programme equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute to solving challenges of sustainability. Drawing on an innovative, interdisciplinary approach, the programme integrates methods and resources from the natural and social sciences, as well as the humanities.

UNU-IAS welcomes applicants with:

• a keen interest in the pressing global issues on the UN agenda and in particular those of sustainability;
• an aspiration to pursue careers in international fields in public service or private organizations, including the United Nations, multinational corporations and non-governmental organizations as well as research and academic institutions;
• the intention to proactively apply academic research findings to policymaking; and
• a strong desire to contribute to the solving of problems concerning global environment, through an interdisciplinary approach.

For information on the specific courses offered as part of this degree programme, please visit the the curriculum information page on the official UNU-IAS website (link to it is below).

Number of awards
Not specified by provider

Sponsorship duration
This Scholarship is offered for two years.

Scholarship benefits
The JFUNU scholarship covers the full tuition fees, and provides a monthly allowance of 150,000 JPY* for living expenses for a maximum of 24 months. Travel costs to and from Japan, visa handling fees, and health/accident insurance costs must be covered by the student.

*150,000 JPY is the average monthly living cost for an international student without dependents in Tokyo, although this amount may vary depending on the lifestyle of the student.

Method of Application
All Interested applicants should apply through the UNU-ISP "online application form" found on the official website (link to it is below). Your official application must be made online, using UN-CECAR online application portal.

You will need to create a user account to submit your applications. The online form can be saved and returned to at any time before submitting.

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for complete information on applying for this scholarship.

DEADLINES:
Application for the 2015 academic session opened on 1st December 2014. The application deadlines for FIRST SELECTION deadline is 27 February, and for FINAL SELECTION deadline is 30 April.

The deadline to apply for September 2015 entry is 27th February 2015 (Tokyo time).

PLEASE NOTE:
After the application deadline, the process of reviewing applications and making admission decisions will take approximately 6-8 weeks. The successful applicants will be notified by email to the address provided on Application Form. Necessary documents for the admission procedure will be sent together with a letter of acceptance.

UNU-ISP may at any time require applicants to provide verification of the information and documents submitted as part of their application and/or additional information including, but not limited to, an interview.

The JFUNU scholarship is highly competitive and offered to a very small number of students who are granted admission to UNU-ISP. Thus, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for other funding opportunities from the government of their own country, private foundations, or international funding agencies.

Application Deadline: 27 February 2015
Open to International students: Yes (Developing Countries)

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KAIST South Korea Undergraduate Scholarships for International Students

KAIST International Student Scholarship

Course(s) Offered: Several fields
Course Level: Undergraduate
Provider: KAIST
Country to Study in: South Korea

Scholarship Description
The Korean Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) offers the KAIST International Student Scholarship for both undergraduate and postgraduate international students.

KAIST is one of the top leading universities in South Korea and one of the world's best research oriented universities. Undergraduate programs at KAIST is unique with providing large opportunities and flexibility.

KAIST Undergraduate Scholarships are very competitive and once a student is selected by KAIST, his/her tuition fee is waived off and he/she will get scholarship based on KAIST policies.

Eligibility
All applicants must be of International Student Admission.

If you graduated or will be graduating high school, you can apply for any of KAIST's undergraduate (bachelor's degree) program.

Who is eligible to apply for Undergraduate Program as International Students?
International candidates must meet all of the following requirements:

1. He or she has graduated or will graduate from his or her secondary education by August 31, 2015.
2. He or she is not a citizen of Korea.

*Korean citizens who hold dual citizenship are not eligible to apply as foreign students.

Note: International applicant whose parents were born in Korea MUST read the instructions below.
International candidates of Korean origin MUST additionally satisfy one of the following two requirements:

1. Neither of the candidate’s parents is a Korean citizen or;
2. The candidate must have received his/her entire elementary, junior high, and high school education outside of Korea at a comparable and equivalent level of those provided in Korea. But in this case, international schools located in Korea are not acknowledged as foreign schools.
   
   Candidates of Korean origin who completed their entire education(elementary, junior high, and high school) outside of Korea should submit the Certificate of the Facts Concerning the Entry & Exit issued by the Korean Immigration Office.
   
   The certificate should have recently been issued.

International students of Korean origin who do not meet one of the eligibilities above CANNOT apply for International Admissions. Instead, they must apply for Korean Admissions (see official website for more)

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries (EXCEPT South Korea)

KAIST students come from over 70 different countries. KAIST welcomes applications from Algeria and Argentina to Vietnam and Zimbabwe, all over the world.

Participating Institutions
Korean Advanced Institute of Science & Technology (KAIST), Yuseong-gu, Daejeon, Republic of Korea

Fields of study
Undergraduate level studies in all courses of study available at KAIST (including Science, Technology, Engineering, Humanities, Social Science, Business. etc)

Undergraduate program at KAIST is unique with providing large opportunities and flexibility. All undergraduate students enter without declaring a major and after one year of studying basics of science they are free to choose any major they are interested in. And there is no restriction in changing major. KAIST values the process of student finding their interest and talent for the best future career.

Number of awards
Not specified by sponsor

Sponsorship duration
The award is expected to last throughout the duration of the student's program at KAIST. However, the student must maintain GPA over 2.7 out of 4.3 at KAIST

Scholarship benefits
The Scholarship Subsidies include:

• Living expenses: 200,000 ~ 350,000 KRW per month
• Full tuition fee: tuition exemption for 8 semesters
• Medical insurance

Method of Application
The Scholarship Selection Procedure is the same as the KAIST Admission Selection.

If you are interested in applying for admission for an undergraduate program at KAIST, please visit the Undergraduate Admissions section on the official website (link to it is below).

Please download and read the guideline carefully. As a candidate, it is your responsibility to know the application requirements, to submit the necessary materials by the deadline, and to monitor the status of application on the website.

DEADLINES:
Admission Timeline:
Applicants can choose to apply either Early Decision or Regular Decision. The only difference in Early Decision and Regular Decision is the deadline. The reason KAIST have two application cycles is because it provides applicants with more options so they can choose which works best for them.

The Scholarship Application Period is the same as the Admission Applications. Deadlines for the Online Applications and Submission of Support Documents are:

• On-line Application
  • Early Decision Deadline - Mon, December 1st, 2014, 10:00 A.M. ~ Fri, December 26th, 2014, 5:00 P.M.
  • Regular Decision Deadline - Mon, December 29th, 2014, 10:00 A.M. - ~ Fri, April 17th, 2015, 5:00 P.M.
    
    
• Complete Application due *(Printed Application and Support Material submitted via post)
  • Early Decision Deadline - Fri, February 13th, 2015, 5:00 P.M.
  • Regular Decision Deadline - Fri, May 29th, 2015, 5:00 P.M.

The timeline above is based on the local time in South Korea and is subject to change without any prior notice.

PLEASE NOTE:
KAIST, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology is one of the world's best research oriented university. KAIST is filled with opportunity, excellent academic system, cutting-edge research, world-class facilities, and internationally renowned faculty.

Application Deadline: 26 Dec 2014 / 13 Feb, 17 April, 29 May 2015
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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Beijing Government Scholarships for Undergraduate, Masters and Doctoral International Students

Beijing Government Scholarship (BGS)

Course(s) Offered: All fields
Course Level: Undergraduate, Graduate (masters, PhD)
Provider: Beijing Municipal Government
Country to Study in: Beijing, China

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

For the current academic session, the Beijing Government is offering scholarships to international and developing country students applying to study for Undergraduate, Master’s and Doctoral degrees.

Eligibility
To be eligible for this award, the following must apply:

1. Applicants must be non-Chinese nationals in good health.
   
   
2. Educational background and age limit:
   
   • Applicants for undergraduate studies in Beijing must have completed senior high school with good grades and be under the age of 30. Applicants for Masters degree studies in Beijing must have Bachelor’s degree and be under the age of 35. Applicants for Doctoral degree studies in Beijing must have Master’s degree and be under the age of 40.
   • Applicants for advanced studies must have an undergraduate degree or be in the second year of a university course and be under the age of 50. Applicants for long term language study must have a high school diploma and be under the age of 60.
   • Visiting scholar candidates in Beijing must have a Masters or higher degree or hold academic titles of associate professor or higher, and be under the age of 50.
   
   
3. Requirement for applicant’s language proficiency:
   Requirement for the applicant’s language proficiency is based on the requirement of the academic programs and determined by the individual higher learning institution.
   
   
4. An applicant receiving financial support from other Chinese government scholarship programs or organizations/agencies would not be eligible for the Beijing Municipal Government Scholarship for International Students

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries worldwide (EXCEPT China); with bias for developing nations

Participating Institutions
All Chinese academic higher learning institutions (universities and colleges) in the Beijing region

Fields of study
Bachelors, masters or doctoral degree level studies in all available courses; Chinese language training or relevant advanced studies; specialized training; and exchange studentships

Number of awards
Not specified

Sponsorship duration
Categories of Applicants and Duration of Scholarships:

1. Applicants for Bachelor, Masters and Doctoral Degrees in Chinese universities and colleges in Beijing region: duration of scholarship should be under 4 years.
2. Applicants for Chinese language training or relevant advanced studies in Chinese universities and colleges in the Beijing region: the duration of scholarship should be under one year.
3. Scholars and international students for specialized training in Chinese universities and colleges in Beijing region: the duration of scholarship should be under one year.
4. Exchange students or students with outstanding contributions to international education in Beijing: the duration of scholarship should be under one year.

Scholarship benefits
The Beijing Municipal Government Scholarship for International Students only covers tuition fees. According to the applicants’ status, the allowance for scholarship students can be classified into 5 types:

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 a Senior training or long term language program
5. 5,000 RMB/year for Exchange students or students with outstanding contributions to international education in Beijing.

Method of Application
All international students applying for the Beijing Government Scholarships shall normally submit relevant materials to the universities in Beijing that he/she hopes to apply to by the end of February every year.

For specific application means, you can consult the government departments and relevant institutions responsible for dispatching students abroad in your country, Chinese embassies or consulates; you can also visit the Web of Beijing Municipal Commission of Education (http://www.bjedu.gov.cn) for inquiry; or directly apply to the universities qualified to issue such scholarship in Beijing.

Therefore, applicants may submit documents to the Chinese government office in charge of sending international students to China, relevant offices in the applicants’ home country, or the Chinese diplomatic missions or embassies in the applicants’ home country;

Or

Applicants may register via the web with the Beijing Education Commission at http://www.bjedu.gov.cn;

Or

Applicants may submit documents to Chinese institutions in Beijing directly.

DEADLINES:
All application materials should be handed to the relevant university or college before the end of February every year. Thus, the deadline for submission of all applications is February 28th 2015.

PLEASE NOTE:
The administrative office of the Beijing Government Scholarships is the International Cooperation and Exchange Office of Beijing Municipal Commission of Educations, which is in charge of project establishment, review, acceptance and daily management of the Beijing Government Scholarship Program.

VISA APPLICATION:
Students under the Beijing Government Scholarship Program should apply for a visa to study in China at the Chinese Embassy or Consulate-General with the original documents and one set of photocopies of the Admission Notice, Visa Application for Study in China and Physical Examination Form for Foreigners, and a valid ordinary passport.

Scholarship students who are going to stay in China for more than 6 months will need to apply for an "X" visa, while those who will stay less than 6 months will need to apply for an "F" visa. The scholarship students must enter China with the original copies of the above documents.

A person coming to China with other types of passports, visas or without the original documents will not be able to register with the institution.

Application Deadline: 28 February 2015
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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OERL Study In India Scholarships (Academics & Sports) for Nigerian Students

OERL Study In India Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: Several fields
Course Level: Undergraduate
Provider: Indian Higher Institutions
Country to Study in: India

Scholarship Description
Following the success of the 2013 OERL Study in India Scholarship, Oredian Education Resources Limited (OERL) hereby announces the registration of students for the 2014 OERL Study in India Scholarship.

This registration, announced by OERL, is for 2014/2015 academic year beginning in June 2014 and in collaboration with Indian Partner Institutions.

For the 2014 academic session, there are two types of scholarships thus: Academic Based Scholarship (ABS) AND Sport Based Scholarship(SBS).

Academic Based Scholarship (ABS): The scholarship will be awarded to students based on their respective performances in the OERL study in India scholarship examination.

Sport Based Scholarship (SBS): The prospective applicants must be academically qualified for any of the available courses before applying for scholarship under SBS.

The OERL Study in India Scholarship is fully approved by the authority of the participating Indian Institutions.

Eligibility
A). ELIGIBILITY FOR ACADEMIC BASED SCHOLARSHIP (ABS)
To qualify for the ABS test, applicant must satisfy the following eligibility criteria:

1. Applicant must have 5 credits in relevant subjects in WAEC, NECO OR NABTEB
2. Must be within 17-25 years of age.
3. Must be ready to undertake any of the below eligible course fields in sponsoring Institutions.
4. Should be ready to represent Nigeria in India being a good student.
5. Since the scholarship covers only tuition fee only prospective students must be financially ready to bear other cost in India.

B). SELECTION METHOD AND PROCEDURE
The scholarship exam will be conducted by National Business and Examinations Board (NABTEB). The subjects are classified into three categories as follows:

1). Science Subjects (For Engineering, Natural/ Applied Sciences)

1. Mathematics
2. Physics
3. Chemistry
4. Biology
5. Use of English & Current Affairs
6. 10 questions relating to India.

2) Art Subjects (For Arts & Humanities Courses)

1. Government
2. Economics
3. Literature in English
4. CRK/IRS
5. Use of English & Current Affairs
6. 10 questions relating to India.

3) Social Sciences (For Business Management and Accounts)

1. Mathematics
2. Commerce/Government
3. Economics
4. Accounts
5. Use of English and Current Affairs
6. 10 questions relating to India

C). ADMISSION PROCESSING
Upon the award of provisional scholarship, students will be required to commence admission processing with the sponsoring Institutions as award of provisional scholarship does not represent automatic admission and visa requirements.

D). SPORT BASED SCHOLARSHIP (SBS)
Full scholarship has been approved by two sponsors Institutions - Saint Francis De-Sales College and Loyola Academy for 30 students in the under listed Sport & Games:

1. Football
2. Basketball
3. Volleyball
4. Handball
5. Field events

The prospective applicants must be academically qualified for any of the available courses before applying for scholarship under SBS.

Eligible groups
Citizens of Nigeria

Participating Institutions
The 2014 beneficiaries of this scholarship will be admitted to any of the following Institutions:

• Dayananda Sagar Institutions Bangalore
• Saint Francis De-Sales College, Bangalore
• Loyola Academic Degree College, Hydrabad
• Vels University, Chainnia

Fields of study
Courses available for the current scholarship:

1. Nursing – B.Sc & P.B.SC (Holders of Diploma Certificate in Nursing)
2. Business Management
3. Computer Application
4. Microbiology
5. Physics, Maths & Computer Science
6. Maths, Electronics & Computer Science
7. Economics, Statistics & Maths
8. Accounting
9. Mass Communication
10. Computer Science & Engineering
11. Maths, Statistics & Computer Science
12. Sociology, Economics & Psychology
13. Journalism, Psychology & English
14. Electronics Technology
15. Animation Design
16. Bio-technology, Genetics & Chemistry
17. Agricultural Science & Rural Development
18. Nautical Science
19. Marine Engineering
20. Higher National Diploma in Nautical Science
21. Higher National Diploma in Marine Engineering
22. Aeronautical Engineering
23. Electronics & Communication Engineering
24. Chemical Engineering
25. Hospital Administration
26. Medical Electronics
27. Automobile Engineering
28. Telecommunication Engineering
29. Construction Technology & Management
30. Pharmacy
31. Information Science & Engineering
32. Mechanical Engineering
33. Electrical & Electronics Engineering
34. Civil Engineering

Number of awards
Not specified for the current session.
For 2013, a total of 150 scholarship slots were awarded.

Sponsorship duration
See 'Scholarship benefits' below

Scholarship benefits
The scholarship, which is worth $150,000 for tuition fee only, will be available and is distributed to beneficiaries in various courses as provided by the approving Institutions. Scholarship to be awarded covers tuition fee only while students are to take care of other expenses.

For the two types of scholarships in the 2014/2015 academic session:
1). Academic Based Scholarship (ABS): ABS are of three categories as follows:

• Full Scholarship: This scholarship covers the fee of 3 years or 4 years degree programme. Students are expected to score a minimum of 80% and above aggregate in the scholarship exam.
• Two years scholarship: This covers the tuition fee for two years of any 3 years degree course of study. Prospective winners in this category are expected to at least score 50% in the scholarship exam.
• One year scholarship: This covers only one year tuition fee of a three years academic programme. Students are expected to score at least 40% in the scholarship exam.

2). Sport Based Scholarship (SBS)
Full scholarship has been approved by two sponsor Institutions- Saint Francis De-Sales College and Loyola Academy for 30 students in the above listed Sport & Games (see 'D' under 'Eligibility' above).

Method of Application
APPLICATION FEES
To apply for this scholarship, interested candidates are required to follow these simple steps:
Interested Nigerian students who wish to benefit from this opportunity are to pay examination fee (which cover scholarship application, examination materials, centre, study in India Orientation Seminar) of N5, 775 (Five Thousand Seven Hundred and Seventy-Five Naira only).

SBS APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested applicant must not be more than 25 years old and must indicate course of interest. Also while all applicants will be made to demonstrate ability and fitness, they will equally be examined by competent professional in their chosen sport.

The SBS full scholarship covers only tuition fee for the duration of the programme.
Applicants for SBS will not write the OERL Scholarship exams but bears all related costs of fitness determinations.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Payment of N5, 775 (Five Thousand Seven Hundred and Seventy-Five Naira only). to:
Oredian Education Resources Limited (Guaranty Trust Bank) GTB Account No. 0016849816

1. Download the OERL Scholarship Application Form from the download section of the official website (link to it is below).
2. Fill the Application Form and scan the filled Form to schapp@oredianeducation.com along with the evidence of payment.

DEADLINES:
OERL 2014 Scholarship Timetable

1. Sales of Scholarship Form: 11th November – 31st December 2013
2. Examination Date: 18th January 2014
3. Release of Result: 3rd February 2014
4. Interview Date: 10th February 2014
5. Admission Processing: 3rd March – 31st March 2014
6. Documentation & Visa Processing: 1st April – 30th April 2014
7. Student Departure to India: June 2014

PLEASE NOTE:
Examination Date & Center:
The scholarship examination will take place on 18th January 2014 at Lagos, Abuja, Port-Harcourt, Kaduna, Akwa, Warri, Jos and Ado Ekiti. Examination centre will be communicated to the students a week before the exam.

Scholarship Study Materials:
Candidates who successfully apply for 2014 scholarship will be provided with free 2012 and 2013 past scholarship question papers and answers to prepare for the exam.

Application Deadline: 31 December 2013
Open to International students: No(ONLY Nigerians)

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Presidential Special Scholarship Scheme (PRESSID): Shortlisted Candidates for 2014/2015 Aptitude Test

Presidential Special Scholarship Scheme for Innovation and Development (PRESSID)

Course{s} Offered: Fields related to innovation and development
Course Level: Postgraduate
Provider: Federal Government of Nigeria (via NUC)
Country to Study in: Several countries

(21-11-2013) -- Shortlisted Candidates for the 2014/2015 Aptitude Test
The National Universities Commission and the Implementation Committee, Presidential Special Scholarship Scheme for Innovation and Development (PRESSID) has published the list of Shortlisted Candidates for the 2013 PRESSID Aptitude Test.

Candidates who applied for the 2014/2015 Presidential Special Scholarship (PRESSID) can now check to see if they have been shortlisted for the aptitude test.

To do this, download this document to check your name:
http://www.nuc.edu.ng/nucsite/File/Monday%20Bulletin/MB%202013/NUCPRESSID%20LISTS%20ADVERT.pdf

Source: http://www.nuc.edu.ng/pages/news_detail.asp?id=407

The PRESSID Scholarship scheme: 449 Candidates Qualify for 2013/2014 Screening Test

(14/8/2012) -- The National Universities Commission (NUC) on Monday said that 449 candidates met the criteria for selection for the Presidential Special Scholarship Scheme for innovation and development.

The Executive Secretary of NUC, Prof. Julius Okojie, made the statement in Abuja when he visited Chams centre where the candidates wrote the Presidential Special Scholarship Aptitude Test. “Of the 449 candidates who are writing the test this year, we are only going to take 100 students from the best of the best,’’ he said.

According to Okojie, the scheme was part of efforts to achieve the goals of Vision 20:2020 and the Transformation Agenda “Federal Government has plans to develop a critical mass of professionals, who will serve as catalysts of change and agents of scientific and technological advancement.

“This sustainable economic development will be achieved through the sponsorship of these outstanding students for postgraduate studies in the top 25 universities in the world. “This means that it is only those candidates who are graduates of the 2009/2010 and 2010/2011 academic sessions that qualify for this particular selection,’’ he said

Okojie noted that the selection was based on graduates who had obtained First Class degrees from recognised and approved universities. He said that this would be in the areas of Sciences, Medicine, Basic Medical Sciences, Engineering, Economics, Special aspects of Biology, Nuclear Physics, Quantitative Genetics, Medical Biochemistry, Aeronautical engineering, among others.

According to him, the test would be held annually with 100 students qualifying for the scheme for innovation and development. He said once these students finished their courses, they were expected to come back with entrepreneurial skills to work.

“They will work for the system as the next generation of academics for five years after which the Federal Government would allow them to be on their own,” Okojie said. He added that opportunity, by way of allotment of 2 per cent of the scholarship seats, would be given to people with disability who hold First Class degrees.

Okojie, however, debunked the claims that the criteria used for selection was a deliberate policy to marginalise some candidates from some parts of the country. He said that the scholarship was for only students who applied and were qualified to be shortlisted for the test and stressed that the scholarship was not only for a group of people from particular states.

“That is why the membership of the committee of the Presidential Special Scholarship Scheme comprises professors who made First Class from the six geopolitical zones so that there is nothing like marginalisation,” he said.

Source: Vanguard

FIRST UPDATE:- List of Shortlisted Candidates for the 2013 PRESSID Scholarship Aptitude Test

(11/08/2012) -- The Presidential Special Scholarship Scheme for Innovation and Development (PRESSID), has released the list of candidates short-listed for the upcoming aptitude test.

Click to view List of Shortlisted Candidates: http://www.nuc.edu.ng/nucsite/File/shortlisted-website.htm

All candidates whose names appear on the list are hereby invited to the next stage of the selection process, a computer-based test, scheduled as follows:

Venue: CHAMS PLC, 1st Avenue, Behind Federal Character Commission, Central Area, Abuja.
Date: Monday, 13 August 2012
Time: 10.00am prompt

Source: http://www.nuc.edu.ng/

Commonwealth Short Story Prize (Over £15,000) for Citizens of Commonwealth Countries

Commonwealth Short Story Prize

Course(s) Offered: Short Stories
Course Level: Writing contest / competition
Provider: Commonwealth Foundation
Country to Study in: Commonwealth countries

Scholarship Description
The Commonwealth Short Story Prize is an annual award for unpublished short fiction administered and funded by the Commonwealth Foundation.

The Commonwealth Short Story Prize is part of Commonwealth Writers - the cultural initiative from the Commonwealth Foundation.

Commonwealth Writers develops the craft of individual writers and builds communities of emerging voices which can influence the decision-making processes affecting their lives. The Prize aims to identify talented writers who will go on to inspire their local communities.

Eligibility
The following eligibility guidelines apply:

• Entrants must be citizens of a Commonwealth country. The Commonwealth Foundation will request verification of citizenship before winners are selected. Writers from non-Commonwealth countries (including the Republic of Ireland and Zimbabwe) are not eligible.
• For regional purposes, entries will be judged by country of citizenship. Where the writer has dual citizenship, the entry will be judged in the region where the writer is permanently resident.
• Entrants must be aged 18 years or over.
• There is no requirement for the writer to have current residence in a Commonwealth country, providing she/he is a citizen of a Commonwealth country.
• All entries will be accepted at the discretion of the Commonwealth Foundation which will exercise its judgement, in consultation with the prize chair as necessary, in ruling on questions of eligibility. The ruling of the chair on questions of eligibility is final, and no further correspondence will be entered into.

Selection Criteria:
The final selection will be judged by an international judging panel; experienced readers will assist the named judges in selecting the long lists.

Eligible groups
Citizens of Commonwealth regions ONLY as below:

• AFRICA: Botswana, Cameroon, The Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia. Overseas Territories: St Helena, Tristan Da Cunha, Ascension Island.
  
• ASIA: Bangladesh, Brunei Darussalam, India, Malaysia, Maldives, Pakistan, Singapore, Sri Lanka.
  
• CANADA and EUROPE: Canada, Cyprus, Malta, United Kingdom. Overseas Territories: Gibraltar, Falkland Islands.
  
• CARIBBEAN: Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago.
  
• OVERSEAS TERRITORIES: Anguilla, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Montserrat, Turks and Caicos Islands.
  
• PACIFIC: Australia, Fiji Islands, Kiribati, Nauru, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu. Overseas Territory: Pitcairn.

Participating Institutions
Commonwealth Writers from all regions of the Commonwealth, including:

1. Africa,
2. Asia,
3. Canada and Europe,
4. Caribbean and
5. Pacific.

Fields of study
Writing of short fiction. The story must be the entrant’s own work.

The story must be original and should not have been previously published anywhere in full or in part. Published work is taken to mean published in any printed, publicly accessible form, e.g. anthology, magazine, newspaper. It is also taken to mean published online, with the exception of personal blogs and personal websites.

Number of awards
There will be five winners, one from each region. One regional winner will be selected as the overall winner. Only one entry per writer may be submitted for the Commonwealth Short Story Prize.

Scholarship benefits
The overall winner of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize will receive £5,000 and the remaining four regional winners £2,500. If the winning short story is a translation into English, the translator will receive additional prize money: £2,000 for the overall winning story and £1,000 for a regional winning story.

Worldwide copyright of each story remains with the writer. The Commonwealth Foundation will have the unrestricted right to publish the winning stories (the overall winning story and the four regional winning stories) in an anthology and for promotional purposes.

The overall and regional winners will be expected to take part in publicity activities including social media where possible. The overall and regional winners will be expected to undertake a mutually acceptable programme of regional outreach activities to develop and promote Commonwealth Writers.

Method of Application
Please note the following rules while submitting your entry:

• Entries previously submitted to the Commonwealth Short Story Prize are not eligible.
• All entries must be in English. Translations of short stories written in languages other than English are eligible if submitted by the writer (not the translator) and provided the translator is a citizen of a Commonwealth country. Details of the translator must be stated on the entry.
• Entries must be 2,000 words minimum, 5,000 words maximum.
• Entries should be uploaded in a PDF document. Please save your document as a PDF and use the title of the story as the file name. Please note the story must not be saved as ‘Commonwealth Story’, ‘Short Story’ or any other generic title. If it is not possible to save the entry as a PDF document, it may be uploaded as a Microsoft Word document, with the file name in the same format as above. The first page should include the name of the story and the number of words (and details of the translator if it is a story written in a language other than English).
• The author’s details should be included in the entry form. They must not be given anywhere on the uploaded document. All entries are judged anonymously.
• All entries should be submitted in Arial 12 point font and double line spacing.
• There are no restrictions on setting, genre or theme.
• The story should be adult fiction and must not have been written for children alone.

To submit your entry for the 2014 Commonwealth Short Story Prize, please visit the official website (link to it is below) to submit via the Online Form. It is also very important to visit the official website for the COMPLETE list of ENTRY RULES.

DEADLINES:
Entries must be submitted via the online entry form by Saturday 30 November 2013 (12 noon GMT). No entries will be considered if submitted after this date.

PLEASE NOTE:
For any entry or eligibility queries not covered above, please email writers@commonwealth.int for clarification before submitting an entry.

The following must be followed strictly:

• Entries must be made by the writer
• Entries will only be accepted via the online entry form.
• Only one entry per writer may be submitted for the Commonwealth Short Story Prize.
• The story must be the entrant’s own work.
• The story must be original and should not have been previously published anywhere in full or in part. Published work is taken to mean published in any printed, publicly accessible form, e.g. anthology, magazine, newspaper. It is also taken to mean published online, with the exception of personal blogs and personal websites.
• Entries previously submitted to the Commonwealth Short Story Prize are not eligible.

Visit the official website via link below to download the ENTRY RULES and submit your story ONLINE.

Commonwealth Writers inspires, develops and connects writers and storytellers in a range of disciplines. It builds communities of less-heard voices and links them to groups which seek to bring about social change.

Application Deadline: 30 November 2013 (12 noon GMT)
Open to International Applicants: No (ONLY Commonwealth citizens)

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Related: Commonwealth Scholarships for Developing Commonwealth Countries

Chongqing Technology & Business University International Undergraduate and Postgraduate Scholarships

The Presidents Scholarships of Chongqing Technology & Business University

Course(s) Offered: All available fields
Course Level: Training, Undergraduate, Graduate (masters)
Provider: Chinese Government
Country to Study in: China

Scholarship Description
The Government of China is funding scholarships for foreign students (Non-Chinese) to study at Chongqing Technology & Business University (CTBU).

The Presidents Scholarships of Chongqing Technology & Business University are available for all non-Chinese students pursuing undergraduate Bachelors, postgraduate masters’ and also training programs in China.

Eligibility
Qualifications of Applicants:

• The age of applicant should be under 40.
• The applicants must be non-Chinese citizens.
• The applicant should promise to obey Chinese laws and regulations as well as rules of CTBU.
• The applicants couldn’t apply for the President Scholarship while he/she has gotten other Chinese Government Scholarship

Selection Criteria:
Foreigners who are going to study in CTBU for more than one year with excellent scholastic achievements and nice conduct.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries of the world (EXCEPT China)

Participating Institutions
Chongqing Technology & Business University (CBTU), 9 Chegongzhuang Avenue Beijing, Peoples' Republic of China (P.R.C)

Fields of study
The Presidents Scholarships are awarded for studying all majors and programs available and offered by CBTU. The school offers several courses across many disciplines, including economics, management, arts and Literature, sciences, engineering, law and social sciences.

Number of awards
Not specified

Sponsorship duration
For whole duration of the graduate, undergraduate or training program

Scholarship benefits
The Content and Standard of the Scholarship include:

• Master’s Degree: 6, 500 to 20,000 yuan RMB per academic year
• Bachelor’s Degree: 5,000 to 17,000 yuan RMB per academic year
• Chinese Trainee: 4,000 to 13,000 yuan RMB per academic year

Method of Application
Application materials can be submitted directly to the International Cooperation and Exchange Office of CTBU in Writing or email.

The following application materials are needed in duplicate according to different Types. No matter if the applicant is enrolled, the application materials won’t be returned.

• Application Form for overseas candidates to study at Chongqing Technology and Business University;
• Academic Record of the latest year (officially verified only);
• Diploma or Certificate (officially verified only);
• Two Letters of Recommendation by two professors or associate professors.
• Studying Plan
• The physical examination issued

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for complete details on how to apply

DEADLINES:
There are two deadlines each year, one for the Spring semester and another one for the Fall semester.

For Spring semester, applicants should apply with the required materials before December 30th; for the Fall semester, applicants should apply with the required materials before June 30th.

PLEASE NOTE:
Located in the Nan'an District of Chongqing, China’s largest municipality, Chongqing Technology and Business University (CTBU) is a multi-disciplinary public university that offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

The University now offers 51 undergraduate and 9 graduate programs across a breadth of disciplines, conferring bachelor’s and master’s degrees in many disciplines, which include economics, management, arts, natural sciences, engineering, law and social sciences.

Contact
Contact Person: Ms.He Kaiqi
No.19 Xuefu Ave Nan'an District Chongqing, PRC
Tel: +86-23-62769399

Application Deadline: 30 December 2014
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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Related: List of Scholarships in China for International Students

Planning To Study Masters In Sri lanka - Top universities to choose from

Written by a Guest Contributor

The Sri Lankan university system is legitimately governed by the University Grant Commission whose core task is to regulate, plan and coordinate university education. The commission is also concerned with maintaining high academic standards in the universities that are scattered all over the country.

It is wise to consider the university to enroll in when one intends to pursue a post-graduate degree in Sri Lanka. The following is a breakdown of the universities in Sri Lanka.

Sri lanka: consider the university for postgraduate masters study

1). University of Kelaniya

This was founded in 1959 to offer education in management and commerce, Humanities, Medicine, Science, Social Science and Graduate Studies. Furthermore, the university also utilizes advancements in technology by providing E-learning options. This is suitable for those students who are employed and have the urge to do post-graduate studies. The E-learning option has also helped students in doing their research and executing projects.

2). University of Sri Jayewardenepura

It was founded in 1959 and offers far-reaching courses in Medical Sciences, Applied Sciences, Commerce, Management Studies and Humanities and Social Sciences. The university has a clear record of producing students who are very competent in their field of work.

3). UvaWellassa University

This is one of the modern universities set up in 2005 to offer education based on modern concept and technology. In addition, it has an agricultural department that focuses in teaching the students on how to handle agricultural activities in Sri Lanka. The most outstanding schools in this university include Science and Technology, Management, Export Agriculture and Animal Science.

4). University of Jaffna

This university came to being in 1974. Arts, medicine, Management studies and commerce, Graduate studies, science and Engineering and Agriculture. Despite the political and military situations in the year it was founded, the university has stood and is currently one of the most sought-after as far as masters studies is concerned. The university was closed down at some point in 1995 due to destructions caused but it was later re-opened in 1996 and has gone strong till now.

5). University of Colombo

It is located in the western province and was founded in 1921. It specifically majors in finance, Law, Arts, Science, Medicine, Education and Management courses. Additionally, it has collaborated with several local and international universities for both research collaborations and academic programs.

6). University of Moratuwa

Founded in 1972, the university is ideal for Architecture, Engineering and Information and Technology courses. It is based in Maradana and was formerly a Government Technical School which was the first Science Education School in Sri Lanka. It is ranked 11th best university in the South Asian Region since it produces world class graduates in technological fields.

Study Masters In Sri lanka

Conclusively, the above description gives foreign students who yearn to study in Sri Lanka to have a wide range of top universities to choose from. They simply need to identify their technological and technical needs and be able to relate to a university of choice. The government of Sri Lanka has a developed an Electronic Travel Authorization System which makes it easy for these foreign students to secure a sri lankan visas who are planning to study in Sri lanka.


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Nanyang President's Graduate Scholarships in Singapore for International Graduate and Final-year Students

Nanyang President's Graduate Scholarships (NPGS)

Course(s) Offered: Any field
Course Level: Graduate (PhD)
Provider: NTU Fund
Country to Study in: Singapore

Scholarship Description
The Nanyang Technological University funds the Nanyang President’s Graduate Doctoral Scholarship for international graduate or undergraduate final year students to study at Singapore.

The Nanyang President's Graduate Scholarship (NPGS) is a competitive and prestigious scholarship scheme designed to encourage outstanding graduates or final-year students to take their first step towards a leading research career by studying for a doctoral degree programme (PhD) at the Nanyang Technological University (NTU), one of Asia's leading research universities.

Successful candidates will be known as Nanyang President’s Graduate Scholars.

Eligibility
There is no restriction as to the nationality of candidates but all things being equal, preference will be given to Singapore Citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents.

You must have a First Class Honours degree or equivalent at Bachelor’s level.

If you have not yet completed your undergraduate degree programme, you will need to furnish documentation from your university that you are on track to get a First Class Honours degree or equivalent.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ANY country may apply. No restriction applies to the nationality of candidates.

Participating Institutions
Graduate School, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore

Fields of study
All courses offered at the university.

(The PhD research will be in any topic agreed between you and your chosen NTU supervisor within the research activities of NTU.)

Number of awards
Up to 30 NPGS awards will be made available in each Academic Year

Sponsorship duration
Funding will be provided for up to 4 years for NPGS awardees

Scholarship benefits
The NPGS award terms are:

• FULL support of tuition fees
• Monthly stipend of S$3,200
• Conference allowance up to S$4,000 per financial year (April previous year to March current year)
• One-time IT allowance of S$1500
• Annual grant of S$500 for journal subscription or book purchase
• Thesis preparation allowance
• Priority will be given for subsidised campus accommodation

Method of Application
Applications open on 1 October, and usually run for a month. All interested applicants for the August 2015 or January 2016 intake should apply during this period.

Please refer to the admissions website for the respective school’s intakes. Only applications made through this website will be considered for the NPGS award. Normal applications through our admissions website will not be eligible for the NPGS award. (Applicants to SPMS and SBS can apply for NPGS via our online application portal during this period of time)

It is important to visit the official website (via link provided below) and carefully go through its 'How to Apply' section for complete information on how to apply for this scholarship.

DEADLINES:
The application for Academic Year 2015-2016 (August 2015 and January 2016) will be open from 01st October to 30th November 2014.

PLEASE NOTE:
Failure to meet up with the eligibility criteria above will disqualify you from the NPGS award, in which case you may be considered for other NTU PhD research scholarships, subject to meeting their selection criteria.

During the first year, you will be expected to take relevant courses and to work towards passing the qualifying examination. In the event that this qualification is not met, there will be no conversion to a Masters degree for the NPGS awardees.

Upon passing the qualifying examination, NPGS awardees will be expected to undertake some undergraduate teaching (up to a limit of 10 hours per week). Awardees will be reimbursed if their teaching hours exceed what is required by the framework of their PhD training. Undergraduate teaching contributions will demand a high level of English language proficiency and you may be required to undertake English language courses as necessary in your first year.

Application Deadline: 30 November 2014
Open to International students: Yes

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Related: List of Singapore Scholarships for International Students

Korean Government Scholarships for International Undergraduate Students (KGSP-U)

Korean Government Scholarship Program

Course(s) Offered: Any field
Course Level: Undergraduate (bachelors)
Provider: Korean Government (via NIIED)
Country to Study in: South Korea

Scholarship Description
The Korean Government through the National Institute for International Education (NIIED) offers the Korean Government Scholarship Program for undergraduate degrees (KGSP-U) at approved schools.

The aim of the program is to provide international students with an opportunity to conduct advanced studies at higher educational institutions in Korea in order to promote international exchanges in education and mutual friendship between the countries.

Eligibility
Prospective applicant must meet the following qualification criteria:

1. Must be a citizen of the country to which scholarships are offered, which is also applied to his/her parents
   ※ Both applicant and his/her parents must NOT be a holder of Korean citizenship
2. Should be under 25 years of age as of March 1st of the invitation year
3. Have adequate health, both physically and mentally
   ※ NOT Eligible: those who are pregnant or who have a severe illness
4. Have graduated or be scheduled to graduate from a high school as of March 1st of the invitation year
   ※ NOT Eligible: those who have already obtained a bachelor’s degree or a higher degree
5. Must possess above 80% (out of 100%) cumulative grade point average (CGPA), or must be within the top 20% (out of 100%) in rank in high school.
6. Must not at any time have ever received a Korean government scholarship for an undergraduate study
7. Must not have enrolled in an undergraduate course in Korea before
   ※ NOT Eligible: those who have ever enrolled at a Korean university as an exchange student
8. Must have no limitations in travelling abroad
9. They may be preferential selection for applicants who have proficiency in Korean or English

Eligible groups
Only those who hold a citizenship of the countries below are eligible for the program:
China, Japan, Russia, Cambodia, Mongolia, Vietnam, Mexico, India, Indonesia, Thailand, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Kazakhstan, Myanmar, Chinese Taipei, Uzbekistan, Turkey, USA, Ethiopia, Colombia, Nepal, Senegal, Bangladesh, Ukraine, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Morocco, Azerbaijan, El Salvador, Egypt, Tanzania, Germany, France, Dominica, Chile, Iran, Canada, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kyrgyzstan, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Pakistan, Gabon, Romania, Belarus, Bulgaria, Slovakia, United Kingdom, Czech, Guatemala, Ecuador, Algeria, Yemen, Uganda, Belize, Honduras, Italy, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, Poland, Ghana, Georgia, Greece, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, NIGERIA, Republic of South Africa, Netherlands, Nicaragua, Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, Rwanda, Libya, Lithuania, Moldavia, Bahrain, Barbados, Bahamas, Venezuela, Bolivia, Burkina Faso, Brazil, Brunei, Serbia, Seychelles, Sudan, Sweden, Slovenia, Armenia, Argentina, Haïti, Ireland, Afghanistan, Angola, Oman, Austria, Uruguay, Iraq, Israel, Zambia, Cameroon, Qatar, Kenya, Costa Rica, Cote d’Ivoire, Croatia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Panama, Paraguay, Papua New Guinea, Peru, Fiji, Hungary, Australia, Jordan.

Participating Institutions
All accredited Korean Universities designated by the National Institute for International Education (NIIED)

Fields of Study
All 4-year undergraduate degree programs. Fields which exceed 4 years(e.g. Medicine, dentistry, architecture) are NOT Applicable.

Total Duration of Academic Program:
4 yrs Undergraduate degree course after preliminary 1yr Korean Language course

Number of awards
About 110 undergraduate awards from more than 62 countries

Sponsorship duration
Whole duration of approved courses

Scholarship benefits
For Undergraduate scholarship:

1. Airplane ticket or airfare: The grantees will receive an airplane ticket or be paid an economy class airfare of the shortest route between their country and Korea when they come to Korea, and, thereafter, when they leave Korea after completion of their study.
2. Monthly Stipend: 800,000 won per month
3. Tuitions: The full tuition is exempted by the Korean Government and the entrance fee for the first semester by the host university.
4. Settlement Allowance: 200,000 won upon arrival
5. Repatriation Allowance: 100,000 won upon completion of studies
6. Korean Language Training Expenses: The full costs up to 1 year (NIIED pays directly to the language training institution)
7. Medical Insurance: The grantees will be provided with health insurance for major accidents and illnesses during their scholarship period.

Additional information:

• NIIED does not compensate fees for the domestic travel both in the grantee’s country and Korea.
• Airfare for entry into Korea will not be provided to a grantee that has been staying in Korea as of the date of announcement of successful candidates
• NIIED does not compensate fees for insurance for traveling to and from Korea.
• The medical fee is to be reimbursed through the insurance company to the grantee after s/he pays first. However, the expense for dental clinic or chronic disease will not be covered.
• Any grantee who gives up his/her study during the scholarship period will not receive airfare and allowance for repatriation.
• Any grantee that quits the program within 3 months after s/he entering Korea, should refund all scholarship fees (The airfare of arriving Korea, settlement allowance, monthly stipend, Korean language training

Method of Application
Applicants can only apply for the Korean Government Scholarships through the Korean Embassy in their home country or a participating Korean University.

Visit the websites of Korean Embassy/Consulate in your own country.

DEADLINES:
Application deadlines are as set forth by the Korean Embassy or Consulate.
For Undergraduate Program, the Korean Embassy or Consulate will recommend qualified candidates to NIIED by 15 November 2014. Be sure to apply before this period.

As for detailed information on application deadlines and submission of required documents, applicants should contact the APPROPRIATE KOREAN EMABASSY or CONSULATE in the country of applicant’s origin (or in the neighboring country), the 1st selection organization.

PLEASE NOTE:
Applications SHOULD be made through the 1st selection organization. Applications DIRECTLY FROM AN APPLICANT or THROUGH FOREIGN EMBASSIES IN KOREA are NOT accepted.

Application Deadline: Varies (generally November)
Open to International students: Yes

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SINGA Doctoral Scholarships in Singapore for Postgraduate International Students Worldwide

Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA)

Course(s) Offered: Science, Engineering
Course Level: Graduate (PhD)
Provider: A*STAR, NUS, and NTU
Country to Study in: Singapore

Scholarship Description
The Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) scholarship supports PhD studies in the fields of Science and Engineering and is open to international students.

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 NUS or NTU.

SINGA is a collaboration between the Agency for Science, Technology & Research (A*STAR), the National University of Singapore (NUS) and the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) to offer PhD training to be carried out in English at your chosen lab at A*STAR Research Institutes, NUS or NTU.

Eligibility
The following apply:

• The scholarship is 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

Eligible groups
Citizens of any nationality / country of the world

Participating Institutions
A*STAR Research Institutes;
National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore; AND
Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore.

Fields of study
PhD fields in Science and Engineering. Research areas under the PhD Program fall broadly under two categories:

1. Biomedical Sciences and
2. Engineering and Physical and Mathematical Sciences. Applicants can pursue a PhD degree in any field of study for which they can demonstrate interest and capability. The PhD projects under SINGA are research based, not clinically based.

Number of awards
A total of 240 scholarships will be given to students from all over the world

Sponsorship duration
For the whole duration of the programme - the award covers a financial support for up to 4 years.

Scholarship benefits
The scholarships are valued as:

• Attractive monthly stipend over 4 years of PhD studies, which can support you comfortably. 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

Method of Application
Applicants will first need to fill in an online application form and submit it through the SINGA website (link to it is below). In the past, applicants were required to send hard copies of supporting documents via post, but these can now be uploaded during the online application.

Ensure that the information you provide during registration for an account in the application portal is accurate, as the information will be used for verification upon your first log-in.

Ensure that you apply for the correct scholarship – “Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA)” – in the application portal after logging in.

Softcopies of the following supporting documents must be uploaded during your online application:
[A]. Compulsory:

• Identity card or Passport
• A recent passport-sized photo in JPEG/PNG format
• University Academic Transcripts (in English translation)
• Degree Scrolls (in English translation) or a letter of certification from the university on your candidature if your degree scroll has not yet been conferred.

[B]. Not compulsory but good to include (if available):

• GRE / IELTS / TOEFL / SAT I & II / GATE results

Please note that you are NOT required to mail the hard copies of the above-mentioned documents to the SINGA Office.

Please check and ensure that all data you have entered in the online application form is correct and accurate before you submit the application. Amendments to the application will NOT be possible after it is submitted.

DEADLINES:
The annual deadline date for the next January class intake is 1 June of the previous year, and that for the next August class intake is 1 January of the same year.

The application deadline for August 2015 is 1 January 2015. Only applications with complete supporting documents submitted before or on 1 January 2015 (2359hrs GMT+8 SINGAPORE Time) will be processed.

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

Estimated cost of living in Singapore:
Items	Per Student Per Month (SGD)
Food - University Canteens - Meals outside Campus	200 - 300 440 - 525
Accommodation - per person based on twin sharing	300 - 600
Transport Expenses (local)	100 - 150
Other Expenses (stationery, toiletries, laundry, recreation, etc)	300 - 500
Total Estimated Cost of Living	1,100 - 1,700

* 1 USD is about 1.4 SGD

For enquiries, you may contact:
Tel: (65) 6826 6111;
Fax: (65) 6777 1711;
Or, the online contact form.

Application Deadline: 1 January 2015
Open to International students: Yes

More Scholarship Information and Application

Related: List of Scholarships in Singapore for International Students

Lee Kong Chian Graduate Scholarships for Students of All Nationalities

Lee Kong Chian Graduate Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: Any field
Course Level: Postgraduate (PhD)
Provider: Lee Foundation at NUS
Country to Study in: Singapore

Scholarship Description
The Lee Kong Chian Graduate Scholarships ("Scholarships") were established from donations received from the Lee Foundation and are the National University of Singapore (NUS) most prestigious scholarship awards for graduate students.

The scholarship is intended for students who would like to pursue PhD Programmes at the University. There is no bond required of this award.

Eligibility
The Scholarships are open to students of all nationalities who gain admission to any Ph.D. programme at the University. Applicants must have the following eligibility criteria:

• Have graduated with an undergraduate degree with first class or second-upper (or equivalent);
• Be an incoming new PhD student not currently matriculated;
• At the time of award of the Scholarship, must have been offered admission as a candidate for a full-time higher degree by research at NUS and;
• Students must be eligible for MOE Subsidy*.

* Please click here(pdf) for Eligibility Guidelines for MOE Subsidy

Selection criteria:
In keeping with the donor's wishes, the Scholarships will be awarded to well-rounded individuals showing exceptional promise who have an appropriate balance of intellect and character. Scholarship recipients are selected on the basis of demonstrated academic excellence, leadership and a commitment to service.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries of the world (i.e. all nationalities)

Participating Institution(s)
National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore

Fields of study
Any Doctoral (PhD) programme offered at the NUS

Number of Awards
Up to five (5) new Scholarships will be given each year. Not all Scholarships will be awarded unless there are candidates of sufficient merit.

Sponsorship Duration
The award is tenable for one (1) year in the first instance; but subject to the scholar’s satisfactory progress, it may be renewed annually. The maximum period of award is four (4) years.

Scholarship benefits
Each Lee Kong Chian Graduate Scholarship (“Scholarship”) will provide for the following:

• A monthly stipend of S$3,300;
• Tuition and Miscellaneous Student Fees at NUS;
• An annual book allowance of S$500;
• A one-off air travel allowance of 2 return tickets of up to S$4,000 (only for overseas students subject to a maximum of S$2,000 per return ticket on economy class and 20 kg baggage per trip); and
• A one-off laptop allowance of S$1,500.

Method of Application
Incoming Ph.D. candidates will have to indicate their interest in the Scholarship when they submit their application for admission. You may visit the Graduate Admission System at NUS.

Apart from the other supporting documents required for Ph.D. admission, candidates interested in the Scholarship must also submit a personal essay and a record of co-curricular activities or community service. Short-listed candidates will be invited to an interview either in Singapore or their home country.

The University reserves the right to terminate the Scholarship:

1. at any time without notice if the scholar's progress is not satisfactory, or there is misconduct by the scholar, including the provision of inaccurate or false information and the omission of material information in connection with the University’s offer of the Scholarship, or the scholar is in breach of any of the terms and conditions herein; or
2. at any time by giving 1 month's notice in writing to the scholar without assigning any reason.

Also, the scholar has the following rights:

• The scholar may terminate the Scholarship by giving 1 month's notice in writing.
• If the Scholarship ceases or is terminated for any reason whatsoever, the scholar shall only be entitled to a prorated amount of the monthly stipend up to the date of cessation or termination of the Scholarship, where the Scholarship ceases or terminates before the end of the month. If the full amount of the monthly stipend has already been paid to the scholar, then he/she must immediately refund the excess amount to the University.

DEADLINES:
The selection of candidates will take place twice a year, in time for the start of the academic year in August and January.

Deadline for online application - 22 November (for August intake) or 15 May (for January intake). Deadline for hardcopy application (form may be downloaded here) - 1 April (for August intake) and 1 September (for January intake)

PLEASE NOTE:
Successful candidates will be informed of the outcome of their applications sometime in May (for August intake) or October (January intake).

Successful applicants will be required to sign a letter of undertaking agreeing to observe the terms and conditions for the award of the Scholarship. A copy of the current terms and conditions can be accessed here(pdf).

The above information is subject to change at any time. For current information on the Scholarship, please contact the graduate division of the relevant Faculty or School.

Contact
If you encounter any problems regarding the application system, please contact the school: ccehelp@nus.edu.sg. For more, you may visit the university contact page.

Application Deadline: 22 November 2014
Open to International students: Yes

More Scholarship Information and Application

Related: List of Scholarships in Singapore for International Students

Sri Lankan Government Presidential Scholarships for Foreign Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students

Sri Lankan Government Presidential Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: All available fields
Course Level: Undergraduate, Postgraduate
Provider: Govt of Sri Lanka
Country to Study in: Sri Lanka

Scholarship Description
Applications are invited from eligible students for the award of undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships offered by the Ministry of Higher Education of Sri Lanka under the Government of Sri Lanka Presidential Scholarships for Foreign Students for the academic year 2014/2015.

The Scheme offers undergraduate scholarships to foreign students from 48 countries is a new programme with the exception of bringing about stronger educational co-operations with friendly nations. The Scholarship Scheme offers international students an opportunity to study at undergraduate or postgraduate level in programmes conducted by reputed state universities in Sri Lanka.

Eligibility
Be a citizen of a country covered by this scholarship (A citizen of another country having Sri Lankan dual citizenship is not eligible to apply).

Undergraduate Applicants:

• Candidates with impressive result of an examination deemed equivalent to G.C.E. (Advance Level) Examination of Sri Lanka are eligible to apply for admission to universities in Sri Lanka. 
• Applicants are advised to attach to their applications the original letter obtained from the Examinations Board concerned, to prove that their educational qualifications are equivalent to the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination conducted in Sri Lanka or the G.C.E. A/L examination of University of London or qualifications required for admission to a university in their own country to follow an undergraduate course of study leading to a Bachelor degree. 
• Applicants should ensure that all required passes should be obtained in one and the same setting under a recognized Board of Examination.
• Age: Be less than 25 years of age on 15.10.2014

Postgraduate Applicants:

• Applicants should possess a first degree from a recognized university with good academic merit to enroll a masters degree and for PhD studies, a Master/MPhil degree is required in addition to the first degree.
• Age: Be less than 45 years of age on 15.10.2014
• Applicants must provide evidence of proficiency in English, i.e. a minimum score of 525 on TOEFL or 6.0 on IELTS for undergraduate studies. For Masters or PhD, the required marks should be a minimum score of 550 on the TOEFL or 6.5 on IELTS.

Eligible groups
Citizens of the following countries:
Afghanistan, Argentina, Australia, Bangladesh, Belgium, Bhutan, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Canada, China, Cuba, Egypt, Estonia, Ethiopia, France, Germany, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Kuwait, Latvia, Lithuania, Malaysia, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, The Philippines, Portugal, Russia, Seychelles, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Swaziland, Sweden, Tanzania, Thailand, Trinidad & Tobago, Turkey, Uganda, United Kingdom, USA and Vietnam

Participating Institutions
All reputed state universities in Sri Lanka.

There are currently only 15 state universities in Sri Lanka. The prominent ones are University of Colombo, University of Peradeniya, University of Ruhuna, University of Kelaniya, University of Sri Jayawardhenapura and University of Moratuwa. In recent years with changes to the University Act a few institutes have been given permission to grant their own degrees, the most prominent is the government owned Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology.

Fields of study
All available courses at undergraduate or postgraduate levels in participating Sri Lankan universities. Scholarships are open for courses of studies other than Medical & Dental Sciences.

Number of awards
Granting 100 Undergraduate and Postgraduate Scholarships for Foreign Students

Sponsorship duration
Throughout the duration of the awarded programmes

Scholarship benefits
The value of the scholarship includes:

• Provide free of charge tuition and registration.
• Free of charge visa for studies.
• During the study period, a monthly living allowance of Rs.30, 000/- will be paid.
• One-off settlement allowance of Rs. 10,000/-.
• Reimburse the cost of airfare (economy class) to come to Sri Lanka and return his/her country after Studies.
• Accommodation : It is expected that the scholarship recipient will meet the expenditure for food and accommodation with the monthly allowance of Rs.30, 000/- (The relevant university/higher educational institute will assist in finding suitable accommodation).
• Medical Cover: Free of charge medical benefits will be provided at government hospitals other than dental related diseases.

Method of Application
The following steps / procedures are to be followed:

• Each applicant should submit duly perfected 4 sets of applications (one original) along with all required documents to his/her government nominating agency by post.
• Each application should be recommended by the government nominating agency by filling out the section 09 B of the application (see the Brochure)
• The government nominating agency of the applicant should submit the applications with their recommendation to the Sri Lankan mission in his/her country for forwarding the same to the Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka. In case a Sri Lankan mission is not present in his /her country, the government nominating agency can forward the applications directly.
• Required documents: Certified copy of Birth Certificate, Certified copy of official evidence of any name change, Certified copy of the personal page of applicant’s passport, Certified copies of the graduation/post-graduation certificates and Certified copies of the academic transcripts
• Medical Certificate
• Security Vetting
• Two Referee reports for postgraduate students (preferred from applicant’s current employer/former lecturer/academic supervisor)
• Research proposal – for PhD/MPhil applicants.

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) to DOWNLOAD the Scholarship Brochure for complete information on the participating schools and also on how to apply to the Sri-Lankan Government Presidential Scholarships for Foreign Students.

DEADLINES:
All applications must be submitted on or before the 15th of October of the year of application.

PLEASE NOTE:
Education in Sri Lanka has a long history which dates back two millennia and the Constitution of Sri Lanka provide for education as a fundamental right. The Sri Lanka's population has a literacy rate of 92%, higher than that expected for a third world country; it has the highest literacy rate in South Asia and overall, one of the highest literacy rates in Asia.

Education plays a pivotal role in the life and culture of the country and dates back to 543 BC. Modern education system was brought about with the integration of Sri Lanka in to the British Empire in the 19th century and it falls under the control of both the Central Government and the Provincial Councils, with some responsibilities lying with the Central Government and the Provincial Council having autonomy for others.

Application Deadline: 15 October 2014
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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Boren Scholarships for Undergraduate Students With U.S. Citizenship

David L. Boren Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: Several
Course Level: Undergraduate
Provider: NSEP
Country to Study in: Several

Scholarship Description
Boren Scholarships are opportunities for undergraduate students with U.S. citizenship to study in regions of the world considered critical to U.S. interests and underrepresented in study abroad.

The scholarships provide funding resources and encouragement undergraduate students need to acquire skills and experiences in areas of the world critical to the future security of the American nation, in exchange for their commitment to seek work with the U.S. federal government.

The areas and regions include Africa, Asia, Central & Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East.

Eligibility
Boren Scholarships are for undergraduate students.

You are eligible to apply for the Boren Scholarship if you are:

• A U.S. citizen at the time of application
• A high school graduate, or have earned a GED
• Matriculated in an undergraduate degree program located within the United States accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Boren Scholars must remain matriculated in their undergraduate programs for the duration of the scholarship and may not graduate until the scholarship is complete.
• Applying to a study abroad program that meets home institution standards in a country outside of Western Europe, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand. Boren Scholarships are not for study in the United States.

Program Preferences:
Boren Scholarships are awarded with preference for countries, languages, and fields of study critical to U.S. national security. Preference is also given to students who will study abroad for longer periods of time, and who are highly motivated by the opportunity to work in the federal government.

As NSEP cannot list all countries, languages, and fields that are critical to U.S. national security, we are interested in applications that fall outside the preferences, if the candidate can make a compelling case that such study can contribute significantly to U.S. national security and the goals of the program.

For more information about what makes a competitive application, visit the official website via link below.

Eligible groups
Undergraduate students with U.S. citizenship.

Participating Institution(s)
All accredited institutions in geographical areas of the world that are critical to U.S. interests and underrepresented in study abroad. They include: Africa, Asia, Central & Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East. For complete list of countries, please visit the official website via link below.

The countries of Western Europe, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand are excluded.

Fields of study
Any field of study deemed critical to U.S. national security including: sustainable development, environmental degradation, global disease and hunger, population growth and migration, and economic competitiveness.

Others may include science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).

Boren Scholars represent a variety of academic backgrounds, but all are interested in studying less commonly taught languages, including but not limited to Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, and Swahili. For a complete list of languages, visit the official website via link below.

Number of awards
Not specified

Sponsorship duration
Boren Scholarships promote long term linguistic and cultural immersion, and therefore study abroad proposals for two or more semesters are strongly encouraged. Preference will be given to undergraduate applicants proposing a full-year academic study. Boren-funded programs can begin no earlier than June 1.

Summer-only programs must be eight (8) weeks or more and are limited to science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) students. To learn more about this special STEM initiative, please visit the official website via link below.

Scholarship benefits
Up to $20,000 is offered to undergraduate students to study outside the USA.

Award Amounts:
Maximum scholarship awards are:

• $8,000 for a summer program (special initiative for STEM students only; 8 weeks minimum)
• $10,000 for a semester
• $20,000 for a full academic year

Method of Application
All applications are online. The online application must be submitted, and the supplementary materials as requested on the official website (link to it is below) should be given to your Boren campus representative, by your on-campus deadline.

If you do not have a campus representative, the online application must be submitted, and all original supplementary materials must arrive at the following address, by the application deadline. IIE cannot confirm receipt of materials, so campus representatives and applicants should send materials using a traceable method to ensure delivery.

Boren Scholarships
Institute of International Education (IIE)
1400 K Street NW, 7th Floor
Washington, DC 20005
1-800-618-6737
boren@iie.org

It is important to visit the official website via link below for complete information on how to apply for this award.

DEADLINES:
The application deadline for 2015-16 is February 4, 2015. Please see your campus representative for your earlier on-campus deadline.

PLEASE NOTE:
Boren Scholarship applicants will be notified of their status by mail in late April.

Boren Scholarships are funded by the National Security Education Program (NSEP), which focuses on geographic areas, languages, and fields of study deemed critical to U.S. national security.

Application Deadline: 4 February 2015
Open to International students: No (only U.S. citizens)

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