Minnesota Private College Fund SEEKING CANDIDATES

This Fall, we will be awarding eight (8) – $5,000 scholarships to students attending your intuitions.  Here is the eligibility criteria:

ELIGIBILTY

Ø  Demonstrated financial need

Ø  Junior or Senior

Ø  Students of color

Ø  Minimum grade point average of 2.8

Ø  Approved majors: mathematics, sciences (excluding pre-professional track sciences), engineering, marketing/advertising, communications and public policy

Ø  Attend one of these Minnesota Private College campuses: Augsburg College; Bethel University; Concordia University, St. Paul; or University of St. Thomas

Ø  Minnesota resident – home residence must be in Xcel Energy service area (see attached list.

There will be an application process and the deadline for this scholarship is September 15, 2015.  We need your help in identifying students who would fit the above criteria.  I am attaching the scholarship application for you to distribute to eligible students. The Minnesota Private College Fund will be reaching out to you directly to set-up a meeting to discuss this opportunity.

FMI:

Carolyn Jones

Director of Development

Minnesota Private College Fund

445 Minnesota Street, Suite 500

St. Paul, MN  55101

Office: 651-228-9061

Direct: 651-293-6801

cjones@mnprivatecolleges.org

www.mnprivatecolleges.org

IRENA MA Scholarship Programme 2015-2017 in Abu Dhabi

Deadline: 15 September 2015
Open to: undergraduate students in final year of their studies or graduates with college or university degree in of acceptable standing in the field of science, engineering or information technology
Scholarship: all tuition fees, all required textbooks, laptop, housing, monthly stipend, health insurance, return ticket

Description

The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is an intergovernmental organisation dedicated to renewable energy. In accordance with its Statute, IRENA’s objective is to “promote the widespread and increased adoption and the sustainable use of all forms of renewable energy. This concerns all forms of energy produced from renewable sources in a sustainable manner and includes bioenergy, geothermal energy, hydropower, ocean, solar and wind energy. As of December 2012, the membership of IRENA comprised 159 states and the European Union (EU), out of which 103 states and the EU have ratified the Statute. In an effort to support promising students in their academic development towards a renewable energy career path, the IRENA Scholarship Programme awards up to 20 highly-accomplished applicants annually with scholarships for the Masdar Institute. Applicants for the IRENA Scholarship Programme may choose from any of the eight MSc programmes offered at the Masdar Institute.

Masdar Institute of Science and Technology, the first research-based institute in the Gulf region specialising in advanced energy and sustainable technologies, policies, and systems, was created in 2009 in collaboration with the Massachusetts Institute of Science and Technology (MIT). It provides eight Master of Science (MSc) programmes at their campus located in Masdar City in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE):

  • Chemical Engineering;
  • Computing and Information Science;
  • Electrical Power Engineering;
  • Engineering Systems and Management;
  • Materials Science and Engineering;
  • Mechanical Engineering;
  • Microsystems Engineering;
  • Water and Environmental Engineering.

Eligibility

  • Relevant undergraduate degree from a college, university or technical college of acceptable standing in the field of science, engineering, information technology or undergraduate students in final year of their studies;
  • Minimum CGPA of 3.0 on a scale of 4.0;
  • Competence in spoken and written English. Minimum TOEFL score of 91 (IBT). Minimum academic IELTS score of 6.5;
  • Minimum GRE quantitative score of 700 (or 155 on the new scale);
  • Academic record and credentials must indicate the ability to achieve distinction;
  • Desired specialisation within the chosen MSc programme;
  • Knowledge already acquired in the field of renewable energy;
  • Relevant professional engagements or experience;
  • In case of equal aptitude, priority will be given to applicants from developing countries;
  • IRENA scholars have to pursue a research topic and to complete a Master’s thesis in the field of renewable energy and technology in line with IRENA’s mandate.

Scholarship

The IRENA Scholarship benefits include the following:

  • 100% of all tuition fees;
  • All required textbooks;
  • A laptop;
  • Housing;
  • Monthly stipend;
  • Health insurance;
  • Annual return ticket home if applicable;
  • Possibility for first-hand experience with IRENA through an internship;
  • Excellent networking potential;
  • Exclusive access to IRENA Lecture Program.

How to apply?

Applicants are required to fill in the online application and submit the following documents in PDF, MS Word or JPF format.  Do not upload RAR or ZIP files:

  • Copy of undergraduate/graduate transcripts;
  • Statement of Objectives;
  • Copy of GRE and TOEFL (or IELTS) scores;
  • Copy of CV (including education, list of publications, awards, professional experience, etc.);
  • Name and email address of 3 referees (preferably university/professional email addresses and not common Yahoo, Gmail, Hotmail, etc., addresses);
  • It is important that candidates indicate their specific interest in the IRENA Scholarship Programme on Masdar Institute’s online application form and select the appropriate box when submitting applications.

Copies of documents submitted do not have to be original or certified true. However, if selected, certified documents and a completed Master’s degree in a relevant field will be required for final admission.

Deadline for applying is 15 September 2015.

For more information please visit the official website.

Apply for Coca Cola Full Scholarship , Study at Sabancı MBA, TURKEY!

Deadline: 5 June 2015
Open to: turkish and International students
Scholarship: tuition fee, dorm fee, monthly stipend, textbook costs,travel costs

Description

Sabanci University, which is a non-profit, foundation university, provides merit-based scholarships to MBA students including international applicants.  Number of students receiving scholarships may change depending on the individual amounts. All scholarship requests should be submitted with the application documents during online application. Scholarship decisions are made after the documents in the application package are reviewed and the interview of the candidate is completed.  Although GMAT or GRE score is one of the primary criteria used in scholarship decisions, it is by no means the only criterion. For instance, a candidate who has very high GMAT or GRE score may not be accepted to the program if at the end of the interview the committee decides that he lacks a certain level of communication skills.  On the other hand, a candidate with an average GMAT or GRE score may be offered scholarship if s/he ranked first in her undergraduate class. Candidates are strongly encounraged to study for the GMAT or GRE examinations, since getting used to the types of questions is essential for getting high scores (just like in all standardized tests).

Sabanci University is happy to announce a very big scholarship opportunity for successful students who are planning to pursue their MBA degree. Candidates with a strong academic and Engineering background apply now for Sabancı MBA and catch the chance of getting the Coca Cola scholarship.

Eligibility

Turkish and International students who are planning to pursue their MBA degree at Sabancı University can apply.

Scholarship

Coca Cola scholarship gives you the full financial support during your education and guarantee your job after your graduation:

  • covering all the expenses including tuition fee, 
  • dorm fee, 
  • monthly stipend, 
  • textbook costs
  • travel costs from your home country

Successful program graduate will also be provided a compulsory summer internship and 2 years full time work at Coca Cola in the country of CCI’s choice.

Application

The application process has three steps:

(1) Filling in the online application form : In order to fill-out the online application, applicants do not need to have all of their exam (GMAT, TOEFL etc.) results. To reach the online application system please click here.

(2) Sending the application package : The following application documents (hard-copy versions) must be sent

  • Signed on-line application affidavit: click here to download.
  • Copy of the Diploma (or graduation certificate if you have not graduated yet) from an undergraduate institution
  • A photograph
  • Transcripts for undergraduate and, if applicable, graduate studies
  • Detailed resume including specific information on work experience (work experience is not required but seen as an asset)
  • Two letters of recommendation (if possible, one academic and one professional recommendation are preferred) in signed and sealed envelopes. Click here to download the Recommendation Letter Form.
  • Statement of Purpose – A well-written statement describing your professional goals and reasons for pursuing an MBA degree at Sabancı University.
  • GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) or GRE (Graduate Record Examination) scores. Applicants should request their test score reports to be sent by ETS directly to Sabancı University (institution number 7100). To expedite the processing of your application, please attach an unofficial score report to your application file.  For detailed information about GMAT, please visit their web site at www.mba.com. For detailed information about GRE, please visit their web site at http://www.ets.org/gre. GMAT and GRE scores older than five years are not accepted.
  • English Proficiency Exam Results: Any of the following language test results baring the minimum scores and which are within the validity period as indicated below. Photocopies are acceptable for application but original copies should be submitted during admission.

Students without above language test scores can take Sabancı University English Assessment Examination (ELAE) free of charge. For more information on ELAE, please visit http://sl.sabanciuniv.edu/students/elae

  • Application Procedure document: Click here to download.

The application package should be sent to (your application will be complete when we receive your application package):

Ms. Burcu Albayrak
Sabancı School of Management
Sabancı University
Orta Mah. Üniversite Cad. No:27
Orhanli, Tuzla 34956 Istanbul
E-mail:   mba@sabanciuniv.edu
phone: +90-216 483 9672

(3) Taking the interview :  The applicants meeting all the application requirements are invited for an interview. Under special circumstances a candidate may be invited for an interview even though some exam results are not in the application file yet. For instance, a candidate with an acceptable score in a language exam taken more than 2 years ago, or someone who studied at a university where the primary language of instruction is English, may be invited to an interview before a valid English proficiency exam result is available.

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Ural Federal University “Silver” International Scholarship Program in Russia, 2015

Deadline: 1 July 2015
Open to: International graduates
Scholarship: tuition fees for 1 year

Description

Ural Federal University (UrFU) is one of the largest higher educational institutions in Russia bringing together fundamental education and innovative approach towards the challenges of modern times.

The Ural Federal University (UrFU) is awarding up to 50 silver international scholarships for new students studying on a fee-paying basis. These scholarships are awarded to students seeking a Bachelor or a Master degree taught in Russian or English.

Eligibility

  • New international students applying to Bachelor and Master Programs offered by Ural Federal University
  • International students currently studying at Ural Federal University
  • International students who have been selected to participate at UrFU Scholarship Program and successfully completed it may apply for UrFU Scholarship Program for the next year.

Scholarship

Ural Federal University announces 50 “Silver” International Scholarships for international students seeking a Bachelor or a Master degree taught in Russian or English covering tuition fees for 1 year.

Application

International students should fill in the online Application Form and send the package of the required documents via e-mail to the Scholarship coordinator. Required documents:

  • Filled-in application form
  • Motivation letter
  • Copies of the documents of the prior education with a diploma supplement including a list of records and marks.
  • Copy of the passport pages of an applicant. Passport shall be valid at least within 18 months after the applicant’s date of arrival in Russia.
  • Translation of the 1st passport page into Russian with a notarial attestation.

In order to apply, register HERE.

Mrs. Olga Malik

e-mail: o.v.malik@urfu.ru,  oligolub@gmail.com

Mr. Daniil Chechikhin

e-mail: daniil.chechikhin@urfu.rudan.urfu@gmail.com

Tel: +7 (343) 375-46-27

 

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Master in International Peace Studies, University of Notre Dame, USA

Deadline: 15 December 2015
Open to: candidates of all nationalities
Scholarship: tuition, stipend for housing and living expenses, support for internship

Description

The Kroc Institute’s Master’s Degree in International Peace Studies at the University of Notre Dame will prepare you for a career in public policy, political change, organizational management or conflict analysis and transformation.

The 2-year master’s program includes:

  • Coursework in peace and justice theory, contemporary conflicts and strategies of peace, and career paths in public policy, political change, management, and conflict analysis and transformation;
  • Six months internship at leading organizations in Asia, Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, or the United States, strengthening professional skills;
  • Make connections and join a global network of Kroc Institute alumni at work in nearly 100 countries around the world.

As a complement to their academic classwork, every student takes a two-semester Professional Development Seminar, designed to enhance leadership skills, support planning for vocational direction, and sharpen tools for professional success.

Eligibility

Admission to the Kroc Institute’s master’s program is highly selective. Successful candidates have outstanding academic credentials as well as work experience (paid or volunteer) in areas related to peace and justice. Applications are welcome from the candidates of all nationalities.

Scholarship

The scholarship covers the full cost of two years of graduate tuition. Master’s students also receive a stipend for housing and living expenses, and support for the 6-month internship, including travel to and from a Kroc Institute field site in Africa, Asia, Jerusalem, Latin America or the United States.

Master’s students also may apply for professional development funding from the Kroc Institute to support travel and/or other expenses related to participation in a conference or other academic or professional event.

Application

The application deadline is 15 December 2015.

All application materials and detailed information on application process you will find HERE.

For more information visit the official website HERE.

 

Bluhm/Helfand Social Innovation Fellowship

Deadline:  2 June 2015
Open to: participants  who have developed business endeavors
Fellowship: a $10,000 financial contribution

Description

The Bluhm/Helfand Social Innovation Fellowship @ Chicago Ideas Week recognizes a group of young, socially-conscious leaders who have developed sustainable ventures addressing civic needs. The Fellowship provides them with exposure to nationally recognized business leaders, philanthropists and community leaders, funding to support their organization and a platform for growth.

The BHSI Fellowship was designed and created in 2011 by Leslie Bluhm and David Helfand as a way of advancing the next generation of social innovators, entrepreneurs and change agents.

In partnership with Chicago Ideas Week, the Bluhm/Helfand Social Innovation Fellowship will grant visionary leaders with community support, exposure to successful business leaders and a US$10,000 financial contribution for their business endeavor.

Eligibility

All applicants must be 35 years of age or younger (born on or after October 11, 1980).

  • Applicants may be from anywhere in the world.
  • Ventures may be for-profit or nonprofit ventures.
  • All ventures must demonstrate that they are innovative and addressing compelling social problems.
  • All ventures must demonstrate a sustainable model with proven results.
  • The dates of the formal program for the Fellowship are October 11–15.
  • All applicants must also be able to attend Chicago Ideas Week, which takes place October 12–18.

Fellowship

Each of the Bluhm/Helfand Social Innovation Fellows receive $10,000 in unrestricted, non-equity financial support of their venture and joins a group of like-minded young innovators for a week of one-of-a-kind experiences including:

  • The opportunity to present their ventures at Chicago Ideas Week alongside leading innovators, entrepreneurs and thinkers in front of an exclusive audience
  • Intimate breakfasts and lunches with prominent business and political leaders. Past meetings have been hosted by Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Dreamworks Chairwoman and Ariel Investments President Mellody Hobson, Groupon Co-Founder and CEO Eric Lefkofsky, Equity Groups Chairman Sam Zell, Every Mother Counts Founder Christy Turlington Burns, Quicken Loans Founder and Chairman Dan Gilbert, and many others.
  • Access to Chicago Ideas speakers. Past speakers include Hillary Clinton, Colin Powell, Michael Bloomberg, Edward Norton, Deepak Chopra, Malcolm Gladwell, Tom Brokaw and Sandra Day O’Connor.

How to Apply?

The application deadline is June 2.

For more information, click here.

 

Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme

Deadline: 30 April, 2015
Open to: international students coming from the countries eligible
Scholarship: covers tuition fee, monthly stipend of EUR 130 / EUR 325 per month, accommodation costs allowance and medical insurance

Description

The Hungarian Government announced the policy of “Global Opening”, as part of which the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme was launched in 2013 for foreign students.
The aim of the programme is to promote cultural understanding, economic and political relations between Hungary and other countries.

Full time studies:
BA/BSc (undergraduate – 3 years)
MA/MSc (graduate – 2 years)
PhD studies (doctoral – 3 years)

Eligibility

Before proceeding with your application, please check in the documents available at the official website whether your country is eligible and the requirements set for the foreign language programs.

Financial provisions relevant for every full-time scholarship holder for academic year 2015/2016:
  • no tuition fee;
  • monthly stipend: HUF 40 460 (EUR 130) per month in the case of BA/BSc, MA/MSc programs, and HUF 100 000 (EUR 325) per month for PhD students;
  • dormitory places or additional contribution to accommodation costs: HUF 30 000 (EUR 100);
  • medical insurance.
The applications must contain the following documents in English or Hungarian language:
  1. The current Application form of the Stipendium Hungaricum Programme (completely filled, printed and signed by the applicant);
  2. Curriculum Vitae in Europass format;
  3. Letter of interest;
  4. Certificate of the applicant’s level of English language necessary for the selected program. Usually the requested level of language knowledge is B2-intermediate according to the Common European Framework Reference: the certificate is preferably a state or international language exam (a) TOEFL iBT test score of 90, or PBT score 550, b) Cambridge First Certificate “B”, c) IELTS score of 5.0).
  5. School certificates: a. Copy of the secondary school graduation certificate (original and notarized English translation); b. Official transcripts, degrees, diplomas of any higher education already completed (original and notarized translation); c. Copy of the BA/BSc certificate (for applicants for MA or MSc programmes except in the case of one-cycle MA programs) – original and notarized English translation
  6. Copy of the passport (relevant page(s) where passport number, name and photo, date of expiry are visible)
  7. Medical certificate of satisfactory health condition issued not earlier than 1 months. (The applicant must obtain a written certification from a physician for not havong the folowwing illnesses: AIDS, Hepatitis A, B, C ot any other epdiamic conditions.)
Applicants for music/arts scholarships must attach the following documents in addition to the above:
  • For painters, graphic artists and sculptors: photographs of three (3) works of art / sketches (indicating the date of the creation)
  • For performance artists, musicians (conductors, composers): high quality recordings of three (3) different styles of music, (conductors may submit a DVD), composers must submit three (3) original scores as well.
PhD program applicants must attach the following documents in addition to the above:
  1. Detailed research plan (min. 2 pages)
  2. Copy of the MA/MSc certificate (original and notarized English translation)
  3. Two letters of recommendation from two recognised academic persons.

Once you will have all documents collected, proceed with the online application process HERE.

For more information please see the official call

 

2015-2016 Khazar University International Scholarship Program

Deadline: 15 May 2015
Open to: International applicants
Scholarship: tuition fee for the whole program term

Description

Khazar University was established on March 18, 1991 according to resolution  N 41 of the Cabinet of the Ministers of Azerbaijan Republic as Azerbaijan University with English as a medium of instruction to satisfy a great necessity of the country in qualified English speaking specialists. In 1992 Azerbaijan University was renamed to Khazar University according to the decision of the Academic Council of the University.

Khazar University is the first private University in the South Caucasus that started implementing international education programs with English language as a medium of instruction. Pursuant to its policy and service commitments the University is proud to announce the Khazar University International Scholarship Program for 2015-2016 (further referred to as KUISP) extended to nationals of all countries without any limitation.

Eligibility

The successful applicants should meet the following criteria:

  • Good academic performance records of the previous education stage (high school, bachelor or master programs)
  • Good English language skill. Standardized English language test scores are not compulsory. However, the applicants with standardized scores (valid TOEFL/IELTS scores: expired scores are not accepted) will have competitive advantage. Holders of International Bachelor degree certificates or diplomas from a high school with English as a major medium of instruction do not need a language skill justification document.
  • Motivated to study at Khazar University.
  • Good communication skills and sociability.

Scholarship

Every year two scholarships will be awarded to citizens of each country who apply to Khazar University programs. The scholarship is provided for one year subject to prolongation based on the academic performance of the grantee. The scholarship covers the cost of the tuition fee for the whole program term, but does not cover living and travel expenses.

Application

Applications could be submitted by e-mail (all required documents should be scanned) or post.

To apply for the KUISP Scholarship, applicants need to fill in and submit:

  • Khazar University Application for Admission Form for the selected level of study (Bachelor, Master or PhD) along with all required documents listed in the application form
  • KUISP Application Form.

The deadline to apply is 15 May 2015.

Download Application Forms: 

 

Contact Information

For any questions about the KUISP contact International Affairs Office:

41 Mehseti Street Baku, AZ1096, Azerbaijan

Tel.: (+994 12) 421 79 16 (extension 240)

Fax: (+994 12) 498 93 79

Email: international@khazar.org

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National Scholarship Programme for International Applicants in Estonia, 2015

Deadline: 24 April 2015
Open to: International applicants
Scholarship: different scholarships available

Description

Ministry of Education and Research of the Republic of Estonia and Archimedes Foundation annually offer scholarships to foreign nationals, pursuant to bilateral intergovernmental or inter-ministerial agreements concluded with other countries.Pursuant to the agreements Estonia offers to the students and researchers of some countries scholarships and vice versa. Starting from the year 2015 the scholarships based on the international agreements are offered in the framework of the National Scholarship Programme for international students, researchers and academic staff.

The types of scholarships are the following:

  • scholarships at the first level of higher education;
  • scholarships for Master’s and Doctoral study;
  • scholarships for summer and winter schools;
  • mobility grants for researchers and academic staff.

Eligibility

  • Scholarships at the first level of higher education and scholarships for Master’s and Doctoral study-The scholarship at the first level of higher education and the one for Master’s and Doctoral study (hereinafter also student scholarships) are intended to support the exchange study or degree study of international students at the Estonian institutions of higher education. The scholarship at the first level of higher education can be applied for only for the studies in the areas related to Estonian language and culture.
  • Scholarships for summer and winter schools-The payment of scholarships is intended to support participation in summer courses of Estonian language and culture organized by the Estonian institutions of higher education as well as in summer and winter schools related to the English-language curricula of degree study.
  • Mobility grants for researchers and academic staff-Mobility grants can be applied by the researchers and academic staff of the foreign institutions of higher education. The mobility grant can be applied for research, scientific work, teaching, cooperation with colleagues etc.
  • Students from People’s Republic of China, Israel, Greece, Lithuania, Latvia, Poland, Denmark, Czech Republic, Turkey, United States of America, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Flanders, Brazil, Bulgaria, Philippines, Georgia, Spain, Croatia, India, Indonesia, Italy, Kazakhstan, Korea, Cyprus, Mexico, Moldova, Germany, Slovenia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Tunisia, Ukraine, Hungary and Russia can apply for this National Scholarship Programme. Preference will be given to citizens of People’s Republic of China, Israel, Greece, Lithuania, Latvia, Poland, Denmark, Czech Republic, Turkey.

Scholarship

  • Scholarships at the first level of higher education and scholarships for Master’s and Doctoral study: 350 EUR per month for the undergraduate and graduate students and 422 EUR per month for doctoral students. Additional costs such as tuition fee, health insurance and other costs will not be compensated.
  • Scholarships for summer and winter schools: The scholarship is used to reimburse up to 500 EUR of the course fee and accommodation costs of 25 EUR per day for a maximum of 28 days per secondment in a calendar year.The scholarship covers the course fee to the institution of higher education and accommodation costs of students for a maximum of 28 days per one secondment in a calendar year.
  • Mobility grants for researchers and academic staff: Scholarship rate for short-term visit is 45 EUR per day and 422 EUR per month.

Application

The following additional documents will be submitted in applying for the student scholarship:

  • CV  (in the format of EUROPASS);
  • study or research plan in the free form (maximum 2 A4 pages);
  • confirmation letter of the educational institution regarding the admittance and study period of the student or submission of the entrance documents as required to the educational institution;
  • letter of recommendation (from the foreign university or Estonian institution of higher education);
  • copy of passport or ID-card

In case of exchange study the following documents will be additionally submitted:

  • certificate of foreign university on the study results;
  • certificate of foreign university on the studies of the student which should include information on the study level, academic year and nominal duration of studies of the student;
  • explanation of the Estonian institution of higher education why the institution of higher education is interested in the applicant (may be included in the letter of recommendation).

In case of degree study the following documents will be additionally submitted:

  • the copy of the last diploma including the academic certificate. If the applicant is still studying at the moment of application, the certificate on the study results and nominal duration of studies will be submitted.

The following additional documents will be submitted in applying for the scholarship of summer and winter schools:

  • application form of the relevant educational institution;
  • CV (in the format of EUROPASS);
  • certificate of foreign university on the study results;
  • the certificate of foreign university on the studies of the student which should include at least information on the study level, academic year and nominal duration of the student;
  • the confirmation of the recipient educational institution on the admittance of the student (could be also sent by e-mail) or other confirmation on the registration;
  • copy of passport or ID-card.

The following additional documents will be submitted in applying for mobility grants:

  • CV (in the format of EUROPASS);
  • work plan in the free form – max 2 pgs;
  • confirmation on the working of the applicant in the foreign university;
  • letter of recommendation (from the employer);
  • confirmation of the recipient Estonian institution on the admittance of the applicant including the reason why it is interested in the applicant or the importance of the work of the applicant for Estonia;
  • copy of passport or ID-card.

The contact person for bilateral agreements at Archimedes Foundation is Julia Duh, e-mail: julia.duh@archimedes.ee

 

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Kamran Djam Scholarships for UK/EU and Overseas Students at SOAS in UK

Deadline: 1 May 2015
Open to: Undergraduate, Masters, MPhil/PhD Students from UK/EU and Overseas in the field of Persian Language, Persian Literature, Iranian History
Scholarship:  max. of £13,000 each year

Description

Thanks to the generosity of the Fereydoun Djam Charitable Trust there are a number of Kamran Djam scholarships available for UK/EU and Overseas fee-paying SOAS students, providing a contribution towards fees of up to a maximum of £13,000 each year for the duration of the award. The MPhil/PhD scholarship is paid for 3 years.  The MA is paid for one year (or two years if part-time). The Undergraduate scholarship is paid for one year.

Eligibility Programmes

  • SOAS undergraduates entering their final year in 2015/16, studying BA Persian.
  • SOAS undergraduates entering their final year in 2015/16, studying BA Persian and another subject.
  • Full-time or part-time MA Iranian Studies starting in 2015/16.
  • Full-time MPhil PhD (new admissions only, starting in September 2015) in the following subject areas: Persian Language, Persian Literature, Iranian History starting in 2015/16.

Candidate Criteria

  • Applicants for the BA scholarships must expect to be awarded a first class Honours Degree. Applicants who expect an upper second class degree may also apply, but will not be given preference.
  • Applicants for the MA Scholarships must possess or expect to be awarded a First Class Honours Degree or equivalent. Applicants with a non UK masters degree must be in the top rank as evidenced by references and transcripts. Applicants with a 2.1 may also apply but will not be given preference.
  • Applicants for the MPhil/PhD scholarships must possess or expect to be awarded a masters degree with a mark of Distinction from a UK university. Applicants with a non UK masters degree must be in the top rank as evidenced by references and transcripts.  Applicants with a mark of merit may also apply but will not be given preference.
  • The scholarship is open to UK/EU and overseas fee-paying full time students.
  • In order to be considered for the MPhil/PhD & MA scholarships, applicants must have an offer of admission to a Research programme or to the MA Iranian Studies at SOAS by the scholarship application deadline.
  • Applicants must meet the English language condition of their offer of admission to study at SOAS as soon as possible but no later than 1 June 2015.  If your offer is conditional on English, please arrange your English test and ensure you meet the English requirements as soon as possible.

Candidate Assessment

  • Candidates will be assessed on academic merit by a Selection Panel consisting of three academic members.
  • The assessment will be based on the information in your application.  Selectors will be looking at degree results, academic references, statement of intent and full research proposal (for MPhil/PhD applicants), and other relevant information.

Application

  • Scholarship applications must be received no later than 17.00 (UK local time) on 1 May 2015.
  • In order to be considered for the MPhil/PhD & MA scholarships, you must ALSO submit a complete online application to your programme as soon as possible and then submit an application for the scholarship. Applicants applying for scholarships must also submit an application for admission well in advance.  Please note that complete applications for admission can take up to 4 weeks to be considered by the Department, although this duration can vary depending on the time of year.  You should prepare to wait up to 6 weeks in busy periods.
  • Late or incomplete applications will not be considered

Applicants should follow the following steps:

STEP 1:  Applicants must apply for this scholarship via the on-line scholarship application form. 

Applicants for the BA scholarships only:  In addition to the on-line scholarship application form, you will also need two references.  Please send the reference form to each of your referees together with a copy of your completed scholarship application form.  The reference form may be downloaded from the box at the top right of this page.

STEP 2: In addition to the online scholarship application, applicants for the MPhil/PhD and MA scholarships only must submit a COMPLETE on-line application for admission.

A complete application for admission includes transcripts, an explanation of the grading system for any degrees obtained outside of the UK, two references, CV and a personal statement. In addition to this, MPhil/PHD applicants must submit research proposal. The panel will be considering your scholarship application TOGETHER with with your online application for admission.  Please note that complete applications for admission can take up to 4 weeks to be considered by the Department, although this duration can vary depending on the time of year.  You should be prepared to wait up to 6 weeks in busy periods.

For enquiries, please contact:

Scholarships Officer
Registry
SOAS, University of London
Thornhaugh Street
Russell Square
London
WC1H 0XG
United Kingdom

Email: scholarships@soas.ac.uk
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7074 5091/ 5094

For further information please visit the official website.