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Sunday, December 22, 2013

Lund University Scholarships, for International Applicants,Sweden, 2014

Lund UniversityDescription: As a top 100 university and ranked in the top 0.4% of universities in the world, Lund University attracts high achieving students from across the globe. The Lund University Global Scholarship programme seeks to recognize these students by awarding academic excellence grants. Scholarship recipients have a proven record of achieving consistently high grades in their previous studies and are assessed as being a good fit for our programmes.

Eligibility: To be eligible to apply for a scholarship you must meet all of the following criteria:
-You must be a citizen of a country from outside the EU/EEA (and Switzerland) and are required to pay a tuition fee.

Tuesday, December 10, 2013

Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarships , 2014-2015



Description: Google Anita Borg Scholarship recipients will each receive a € 7,000 (or equivalent) award for the 2014-2015 academic year. A group of female undergraduate and graduate students will be chosen from the applicant pool and scholarships will be awarded based on the strength of each candidate’s academic background, passion for increasing the involvement of women in computer science, and demonstrated leadership. All scholarship recipients will be invited to attend an annual Google networking retreat in 2014.

Thursday, November 14, 2013

2014-2015 MSFS Scholarship for Africans at Georgetown University



Georgetown University, USA, is now accepting applications for the 2014-2015 MSFS Scholarship for Africans. The scholarship provides full tuition coverage for the Master of Science in Foreign Service for a student from Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, Senegal, or South Africa. The Science and Public Leadership Fellowship for master’s students  from Africa is made possible by a number of organizations with a deep commitment to the role of science in public life.

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Undergraduate Scholarships at University of Edinburg 2014-2015


University of EdinburghAn offer comes from the University of Edinburg to international students, except students from EU countries, to apply for Edinburg Global Undergraduate Scholarships for academic year 2014-2015. There will be at least 15 numbers of scholarships available with the value of around £2,000 per year. The awards are tenable for the studying duration.

Friday, November 8, 2013

2014/15 Romanian Government Scholarships for International Students in Romania



Romanian Government is offering 85 scholarships for international students for undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Romania. Citizens of non EU countries are eligible to apply. 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 and arts. 

Wednesday, November 6, 2013

Reach Oxford Scholarships for Undergraduates from Developing Countries 2013

About the  Scholarship
A number of Oxford colleges offer Reach Oxford scholarships (formerly Oxford Student Scholarships) to students from low income countries who, for political or financial reasons, or because standard educational facilities do not exist, cannot study for a degree in their own countries. Scholarship winners will study at University of Oxford, UK under any undergraduate course of study, except Medicine due to the course length and expense.

Monday, November 4, 2013

1000 Heinrich Böll International Scholarship in Germany 2014-2015


Students of all nationalities are invited to apply for the 2014-2015 Heinrich Böll Foundation undergraduates, graduates, and doctoral scholarships for all international students in Germany, irrespective their all subjects, who are pursuing their degree at universities, universities of applied sciences (‘Fachhochschulen’), or universities of the arts (‘Kunsthochschulen’) in Germany. About 1,000 scholarships are offered per year.

Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Reach Oxford Scholarships for Undergraduates from Developing Countries 2013



About Scholarship
A number of Oxford colleges offer Reach Oxford scholarships (formerly Oxford Student Scholarships) to students from low income countries who, for political or financial reasons, or because standard educational facilities do not exist, cannot study for a degree in their own countries. Scholarship winners will study at University of Oxford, UK under any undergraduate course of study, except Medicine due to the course length and expense.

Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Tips for successful scholarship application

Scholarship Application is an intensive and time consuming activity that requires you to have some basic skills that will differentiate your application from the rest in order to increase your chances of being awarded the scholarship. We are here to help you gain the skills so please read on.

MasterCard Foundation Scholarship for Africans in USA 2014-2015


Arizona State University Foundation for a New American University and The MasterCard Foundation announces the availability of The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program for 2014/15 academic session at Arizona State University.
The scholarship is for  international students from Sub-Saharan Africa from the lowest socioeconomic quartiles . To be considered for this program one should demonstrate high academic achievement, exceptional records of service and activity in their schools and communities, and a commitment to return to Africa after their studies to make an impact on social and economic change in their home countries.

Wednesday, October 23, 2013

University of the People Online Tuition Free Degrees

Description: University of the People (UoPeople) is the world’s tuition-free, non-profit, online academic institution dedicated to opening access to higher education globally. Based on the principles of e-learning and peer-to-peer learning, coupled with open-source technology and Open Educational Resources, UoPeople is designed to provide access to Undergraduate Degree Programs for qualified individuals, despite financial, geographic or societal constraints.

MUSTE Undergraduate Scholarships for Nigerian Students 2014

Scholarship Name: The Mankind United to Support Total Education (MUSTE) program 

Scholarship Description

MUSTE Scholarship is offered by the Youth Empowerment and ICT Foundation as a  funding for undergraduate studies in Nigerian higher institutions for a period  of the program.

Thursday, October 17, 2013

Utrecht Excellence Scholarships (Undergraduate & Masters) in the Netherlands for international Students 2014/2015



Scholarship description
Each year Utrecht University Netherlands offers the Utrecht Excellence Scholarships for international students to study for Bachelors and Masters degree – 2014/2015 scholarship is available

Saturday, September 28, 2013

2014/2015 University of Toronto MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program for African Students


Scholarship Name: MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program

Brief description

The University of Toronto, Canada partner with The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program to offer Undergraduate scholarships for sub-Saharan African Students

Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Funding opportunity for students of developing countries - The Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship

Deadline: 1 February 2013
Funding Source: Google

Academic Year: 2013/2014
Host Country: Any
Degree Targeted: BS, MS, Ph.D
Type of Scholarship


Partially funded
Periodicity  


Annual (visit the website)



Description


Dr. Anita Borg devoted her adult life to revolutionising the way we think about technology and dismantling barriers that keep women and minorities from entering computing and technology fields. Her combination of technical expertise and fearless vision continues to inspire and motivate countless women to become active participants and leaders in creating technology.
As part of Google’s ongoing commitment to furthering Anita’s vision, we are pleased to announce The Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship: Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Through the scholarship, we aim to encourage women to excel in computing and technology, and become active role models and leaders.
Multiple scholarships will be awarded based on the strength of candidates’ academic performance, leadership experience and demonstrated passion for computer science. A group of female Bachelors, Masters, and PhD student finalists will be chosen from the applicant pool. The scholarship recipients will each receive a €7,000 (or equivalent) scholarship.
In June 2013, all scholarship recipients and finalists will be invited to visit a Google office in Europe for a networking retreat. It will include workshops with a series of speakers, panels, breakout sessions and social activities, and will provide an opportunity for all finalists to meet and share their experiences.
Eligible African Countries 


Any African country
Fields


Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Informatics, or a closely related technical field.
Eligibility


Candidates must:
  • Be a female student enrolled in a Bachelors, Masters or PhD programme (or equivalent) in 2013/2014.
  • Be enrolled at a University in Europe, the Middle East, or Africa. Citizens, permanent residents, and international students are eligible to apply.
  • Be studying Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Informatics, or a closely related technical field.
  • Maintain an excellent academic record (e.g. a First Class Honours degree). READ MORE


How to apply
The scholarship for 2013 is now open. The closing deadline will be 1 February 2013.

Please complete the online application and submit all requested documents by 1st February 2013. All application documents must be in English. Scholars and Finalists will be notified in April 2013. READ MORE
Contact


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Saturday, December 8, 2012

2013 Keele International Scholarships for Undergraduate Students in UK

Eligibility:
-To apply for the KIS Scholarship you must have applied to Keele and been offered a place to study here.
-Applications must have been received and processed before the start of academic year for which the application is made.  KIS Scholarships cannot be awarded to students who have already started their degree at Keele.

Wednesday, December 5, 2012

2013-14 Work Study Scholarship, Oregon

Oregon State University

About Scholarship:
 A number of awards of a maximum of $6,000 each will be made to international students studying at the University of Oregon in 2013-14. Students who receive work-study awards will be eligible to apply for work-study jobs during the 2013-14 academic year. Although this award does not guarantee an on-campus job, opportunities for on-campus employment will be greatly increased. 

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

2013/2014 Chinese Government Scholarship Scheme For International Students

2013/2014 Chinese Government Scholarship Scheme For International Students

Chinese Government Scholarship Scheme For International Students, 2013/2014Scholarship Description: The Chinese Government Scholarship Scheme awards scholarships in China for international students. It is established by the Ministry of Education of P.R. China (hereinafter referred to as MOE) in accordance with educational exchange agreements or understandings reached between Chinese government and governments of other countries, organizations, education institutions and relevant international organizations to provide both full scholarships and partial scholarships to international students and scholars.

2013 University of Leicester Open Scholarships, UK

2013 University of Leicester funded Master and Undergraduate Scholarships for International Students in All Subjects except Medicine in UK 

About Scholarship: At Leicester, we’re continually striving to use our academic expertise to increase our understanding of the world, so that we might change it for the better. And we’ve made many important discoveries along the way, from the technique of DNA fingerprinting, to unearthing a lost city from an ancient civilization in Libya – an astonishing find that could re-write history. 

Friday, November 23, 2012

2013-2014 AU Emerging Global Leader Undergraduate Scholarship in USA


Description
Fully-funded Scholarship open to international students at American University, USA. 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 to returning home to improve under-resourced, underserved communities in his/her home country.

Worth of Scholarship
  • The scholarship provides full tuition, fees, room and board for one first-year (freshman) high-achieving international student who will need a visa to study in the United States (preference will be for those who need an F-1 or J-1 student visa).
  • It is renewable for a total of four years of undergraduate study, based on continued satisfactory academic performance. U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents or dual citizens of the U.S. and another country, are not eligible to apply.
 Eligibility
  • To be considered for the scholarship, candidates must be secondary school students (not university students) applying as first-year (freshman) students for the fall (August) 2013 semester
  • Students must apply Regular Decision only and must submit the AU EGLS application, the Common Application and AU Supplement, and all supporting documents by January 15, 2013
  • 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 socioeconomic backgrounds.
The most competitive applicants should have:


  • A minimum 3.8 GPA equivalent (or in the top 10 percent of graduating class) for 9th-12th grades
  • A demonstrated commitment to service and advancing the needs of people in their home country
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, with a minimum 90 TOEFL iBT (with no subscore lower than 20) or 6.5 IELTS (with no subscore lower than 6.0)
  • Demonstrated leadership, volunteerism and community service
How to Apply
You are required to submit your application through the online common system. See link below.
Deadline: January 15, 2013. All application materials must be submitted by this date.
If you have any questions about applying, please contact intadm@american.edu.
For information, and to apply, click here
For a link to submit your application online, here
 
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