[Australia] ADS-Australian Development Scholarships

[Australia] Australian Development Scholarships (ADS)

Australian Development Scholarships (ADS) is a bilateral program within the Australian Scholarships initiative.

Australian Development Scholarships are a highly-valued form of development cooperation that aims to contribute to the long term development needs of Australia's partner countries to promote growth and stability.

They provide opportunities for people from developing countries to undertake full time undergraduate or postgraduate study in Australia.

Fields of study are targeted to address agreed priority human resource and development needs of recipient countries, in line with Australia's bilateral aid program.

Australian Development Scholarships equips scholars with the skills and knowledge to drive change and influence the development outcomes of their own country through obtaining tertiary qualifications at participating Australian higher education institutions and technical colleges.

Scholarship holders are required to return to their country of citizenship for two years after they have completed their studies to contribute to the development of their country.

Up to 1000 Australian Development Scholarships are awarded each year across 31 countries with scholarships awarded equally between men and women.

Categories of Australian Development Scholarships

There are two categories of Australian Development Scholarships:

Public sector: Applicants are public sector employees who are nominated by their governments for an Australian Development Scholarships award through a competitive selection process. Applicants are required to return to their role in the public service at the completion of their award in order to strengthen public service capacity in their home country.

Open/equity: Applicants do not need to be nominated by their government or employer. Anyone who meets the selection criteria may apply under this category. Applicants are required to return to their country of citizenship after the completion of their award to contribute to the development of the identified priority sector in their country.

Scholarship benefits

Australian Development Scholarships are offered for the minimum period necessary for the individual to complete the academic program specified by the Australian education institution, including any preparatory training. The following benefits generally apply:

• Return air travel - Payment of a single return, economy class airfare to and from Australia, via the most direct route. A reunion airfare may also be available to eligible students.
• Contribution to initial visa expenses
• Establishment allowance - A once only payment of A$5,000 as a contribution towards expenses such as rental bonds, text books, study materials, additional medical insurance, home contents insurance, excess baggage upon return home etc.
• Full tuition fees
• Contribution to living expenses - a fortnightly contribution to basic living expenses paid at a rate determined by AusAID. For all students who have received an Offer to start in Semester 1, 2007 the stipend is A$19,616 per annum (or $751.10 per fortnight).
• Introductory Academic Program (IAP) - A compulsory 4-6 week program prior to the commencement of formal academic studies covering information on life and study in Australia. See information on IAPs below.
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of the award (for award holder only) - provided to cover the student's basic medical costs.
• Pre-course English fees - if deemed necessary may be available for students for in-country and/or in-Australia training.
• Supplementary Academic Support (Tutorial Assistance) - May be available when essential to improving the student's performance to ensure their academic success
• Fieldwork (for research students only) - May be available for eligible research students for one return economy class airfare via the most direct route to their country of citizenship or within Australia.

Eligibility

Applicants for Australian Development Scholarships must satisfy both the general eligibility criteria and specific criteria established for each country . Applicants will also need to satisfy all requirements of the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship.

General eligibility criteria

Applicants must:

• be a citizen of an ADS participating country [see below]
• not hold Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent resident status (unless you are applying as a citizen of the Cook Islands, Niue and Tokelau)
• not married to/or a defacto of, or engaged to, a person who holds or is eligible to hold an Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent resident status
• not hold or have held an Australian government funded scholarship in the preceding 12 months at the time of application
• satisfy any specific criteria established by the applicant's country and/or government of citizenship
• satisfy the admission requirements of the Institution at which the ADS is to be undertaken
• satisfy all requirements of the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship.

Country specific criteria

In addition to the above general eligibility criteria, applicants must also meet specific eligibility criteria imposed by the Government of their country of citizenship. Country specific eligibility criteria are available from the Australian Diplomatic Mission in your country of citizenship, or from the relevant link below.

Eligible countries

You are only eligible for ADS if you are a citizen of one of the countries listed below. Enquiries about ADS should be made with the Australian Diplomatic Mission in your country of citizenship.

Please note that Diplomatic Missions in other countries or AusAID Offices in Australia cannot provide country specific information about the availability of scholarships.

Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, Fiji, Indonesia, Kenya, Kiribati, Laos, Lesotho, Malawi, Maldives, Mongolia, Mozambique, Mozambique, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Samoa, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Tanzania, Timor Leste,Tonga, Tuvalu, Uganda, Vanuatu, Vietnam, Zambia

Full Information please visit http://www.ausaid.gov.au

[Australia] ALA Fellowships (Australian Leadership awards fellowships

[Australia] Australian Leadership Awards Fellowships (ALA Fellowships)

The Australian Leadership Awards - Fellowships are a component of the Australian Leadership Awards (ALA), a regional program under the Australian Scholarships initiative.

Australian Leadership Awards aim to develop leadership, build partnerships and linkages with the Asia-Pacific. They are intended for those who are already leaders or have the potential to assume leadership roles that can influence social and economic policy reform and development outcomes, both in their own countries and in the Asia-Pacific region.

The Australian Leadership Awards program comprises of Scholarships and Fellowships.

ALA Fellowships are for short term study, research and professional attachment programs in Australia delivered by Australian organisations.

ALA Fellowships complement the longer term ALA Scholarships providing opportunities to senior officials and mid-career professional who cannot leave their positions for extended periods.

The ALA Fellowships is a highly flexible program that offers Australian organisations opportunities to provide short term study, research and professional development activities in Australia for fellows from the Asia-Pacific region.

Fellows are leaders or mid-career professionals from the Asia-Pacific region who have the potential to assume leadership roles that can influence social and economic policy reform and development outcomes, both in their own countries and in the region.

ALA Fellowships are available across a broad range of fields relevant to Australia's foreign policy agenda or development outcomes within the Asia-Pacific region.

Applications relating to the following priority regional themes of international trade, pandemics, security and climate change (including clean energy) are encouraged.

More Information please see http://www.ausaid.gov.au

[Australia] ALA Scholarship-Australian Leadership Awards Scholarships

[Australia] Australian Leadership Awards Scholarships [ALA Scholarship]

Applications for the 2009 ALA will open in April 2008.

The Australian Leadership Awards (ALA) Scholarships are a component of the Australian Leadership Awards, a regional program under the Australian Scholarships initiative. Australian Leadership Awards aim to develop leadership, build partnerships and linkages within the Asia-Pacific.

They are intended for those who are already leaders or have the potential to assume leadership roles that can influence social and economic policy reform and development outcomes, both in their own countries and in the Asia-Pacific region. The ALA program comprises of Scholarships and Fellowships.

ALA Scholarships are academically elite awards offered to high achievers from the Asia-Pacific region each year to undertake postgraduate study (Masters or Doctorate) and a Leadership Development Program in Australia.

Selection for ALA Scholarships is highly competitive, based on leadership qualities and on academic excellence.

ALA Scholarships are an investment in the future of the Asia-Pacific region. In this regard, ALA scholars are required to return to their home country or the region for two years after they have completed their studies.

In future years, ALA scholars will belong to a unique group - the Australian Scholarships Alumni Network (ASAN) - that will maintain strong and enduring links to Australia. Managed by AusAID as part of Australia's overseas aid program, ALA Scholarships are open only to citizens of countries in the Asia-Pacific region with which Australia has a significant aid program.

Objectives of ALA Scholarships

ALA Scholarships aim to:

• develop a cadre of leaders advancing regional reform, development and governance
• increase exchange of knowledge and information within the region
• build common purpose and understanding between Australia and the region
• build capacity to address priority regional issues
• build effective networks between Australia and the region
• demonstrate the benefits of Australian education through the provision of high quality education.

Fields of study

Awards are open to all fields of study, however, study programs that relate to the priority themes of international trade, pandemics, security and climate change (including clean energy) are encouraged. Scholarships are not available for military training, or training in areas related to nuclear technology and flying aircraft.

Levels of study

An ALA Scholarship enables candidates to undertake studies leading to a Masters or Doctorate degree in Australia. It does not include Graduate Diplomas, with the exception of those Masters courses that require the completion of a Graduate Diploma as part of the Masters degree.

Who should apply

Outstanding applicants with:

• a very high level of academic achievement at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level
• a high level of English language proficiency
• demonstrated leadership potential and good prospects to influence social and economic policy reform and development outcomes in their home country and in the Asia-Pacific region
• a commitment to participate ASAN on their return home.

Links to specific eligibility requirements are found below.

Applicants seeking to migrate to Australia should NOT apply.

Scholarship benefits

An ALA Scholarship has a total value of up to A$110,000 for Masters degrees and A$220,000 for Doctoral programs, not including provisions for the leadership development program.. Benefits include:

• return air travel
• visa support
• establishment allowance
• full tuition fees
• contribution to living expenses
• Introductory Academic program (IAP)
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of the award (for award holder only).

More Information please see http://www.ausaid.gov.au

[USA] 2008-2009 Air Force Aid Society General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program

[USA] 2008-2009 Air Force Aid Society General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program



Since its inception in 1942, the Air Force Aid Society (AFAS) has been committed to helping Air Force members and their families realize their academic goals. In recent years, the Society's emphasis has been on direct funding of new initiatives that provide greater value to Air Force families.



The centerpiece of the Society's education initiatives is the General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program which provides $2000 grants to selected sons and daughters of active duty, Title 10 AGR/Reserve, Title 32 AGR performing full-time active duty, retired, retired reserve and deceased Air Force members; spouses (stateside) of active duty members and Title 10 AGR/Reservists; and surviving spouses of deceased personnel for their undergraduate studies. The value and success of this program, is demonstrated in the 81,787 grants disbursed since the first awards were made for the 1988-1989 academic year.



This grant program remains competitive in its need-based selection criteria, uniquely tailored to recognize the proper weighing of family income and education cost factors, and is administered by ACT Recognition Program Services. ACT, located in Iowa City IA, is an independent, not-for-profit organization with over 40 years experience in providing support services to scholarship sponsors.



Awards for the 2008-2009 academic year will be announced in June 2008. Use of funds is limited to tuition, books, fees, or other curriculum-required materials.


More Information http://www.afas.org/

[USA] The Gates Millennium Scholars

[USA] The Gates Millennium Scholars

Why GMS?

The increasing diversity of our society reminds us that all of America’s citizens must have access to higher education if our nation is to sustain and advance itself as a global, competitive democracy in the new millennium. The future of our economy and quality of life depend upon the preparation of a diverse cadre of leaders who can help build a stronger society. These potential leaders, especially those drawn from groups that have traditionally and historically been denied access to higher education, require the necessary support and opportunities to earn and complete a college education.

The Gates Millennium Scholars

The Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS), funded by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, was established in 1999 to provide outstanding, low income African American, American Indian/Alaska Natives*, Asian Pacific Islander American**, and Hispanic American students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education in any discipline they choose. Continuing Gates Scholars may request funding for a graduate degree program in one of the following discipline areas: computer science, education, engineering, library science, mathematics, public health or science. The goal of GMS is to promote academic excellence by providing thousands of outstanding students, who have significant financial need, the opportunity to reach their full potential.

The Gates Millenium Scholars scholarship was funded by a historic grant of more than 1 billion dollars to the United Negro College Fund, still the largest single gift to any scholarship organization. One of the most unique aspects of the GMS program is the partnership and collective efforts of the four partner organizations providing services to the Gates Scholars. GMS program staff members at the American Indian Graduate Center Scholars, the Asian Pacific Islander Scholarship Fund, the Hispanic Scholarship Fund, and the United Negro College Fund served students from all fifty states, the District of Columbia American Samoa, Federated States of Micronesia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. It has truly been a national effort.

Who’s Eligible?

Nominees who meet all of the eligibility requirements and who are selected as GMS candidates must include a federal Pell Grant as part of their financial aid package for the 2008-2009 academic year. To determine their Pell Grant eligibility, Nominees must submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to the U.S. Department of Education, Federal Student Aid Programs. Nominees are urged to file a 2008-2009 FAFSA at the earliest opportunity and no later than February 1, 2008. Federal Pell Grants typically are awarded to families that demonstrate significant financial need. Eligibility for a Federal Pell Grant is a function of many factors, including dependency status, family income, family size, and the number of students in the family. To determine your eligibility, you and/or your parent(s)/guardian(s) should meet with your high school counselor or the financial aid officer at the college or university you plan to attend. For more information visit www.fafsa.ed.gov

Note: Please do not submit your FAFSA with your GMS application. If you are selected as a finalist, GMS will request your FAFSA information at that time.

The application process for GMS awards is highly competitive, and we urge students to submit their nomination packets as early as possible.

Eligibility Criteria

Students are eligible to be considered for a GMS scholarship if they:

• Are African American, American Indian/Alaska Native*, Asian Pacific Islander American** or Hispanic American
• Are a citizen, national or legal permanent resident of the United States
• Have attained a cumulative high school GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (unweighted) or have earned a GED
• Will be enrolling for the first time at a U.S. accredited***college or university as a full-time, degree-seeking, first-year student in fall 2008
• Have demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities
• Meet the federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria
• Have completed and submitted all three required forms (Nominee Personal Information Form, Nominator Form, and Recommender Form) by the deadline

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* American Indian/Alaska Native Requirements: American Indian/Alaska Natives will be asked to provide proof of tribal enrollment or certificate of descent from a state or federally recognized tribe if selected as a GMS Candidate.

** Asian and Pacific Islander Americans include persons having origins from Asia and/or the Pacific Islands. Asian includes persons having origins in any of the original peoples of the Far East, Southeast Asia or the Indian subcontinent. Pacific Islander includes persons having origins in any of the original peoples of Hawai’i, Guam, Samoa or other Pacific Islands. Citizens of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia and the Republic of Palau are also eligible to be nominated.

***To be eligible for the GMS scholarship, the student must matriculate at a college or university that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary on Education. The following are accreditation resources: Accredited Institutions of Postsecondary Education Programs Candidates; American Council of Education published in consultation with the Council for Higher Education Accreditation; Higher Education Directory published by Higher Education Publications, Inc.

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The Deadline for Submission of Nomination Materials is as follows:
All paper applications must be postmarked by December 31, 2007.
All online applications must be submitted by January 11, 2008 11:59 p.m. EST.

Forms To Submit

The nomination process consists of three interdependent components:

1. Nominee Personal Information Form (to be submitted by the student)(click Nominee Tab)
2. Nominator Form (click Nominator Tab)
3. Recommender Form (Click Recommender Tab)

In addition to the three forms, American Indian/Alaska Native Nominees will be asked to submit proof of tribal enrollment or a certificate of descent if selected as finalists. Omission of any of the required documents will render the nomination incomplete and ineligible for consideration.

Selection Process & Award Notification

Eligible individuals who have submitted complete nomination packages (Nominee Personal Information, Nominator, and Recommender forms) by the deadline will be considered for scholarships. All paper applications must be postmarked by December 31, 2007. All online applications must be submitted by January 11, 2008 11:59 p.m. EST. Because competition for these awards is substantial, Nominees, Nominators, and Recommenders should make every effort to provide a complete picture of each Nominee’s qualifications.

Nominees are evaluated by independent readers according to three primary criteria: academic achievement, community service, and leadership potential. Nominees who emerge from the selection process as candidates for the GMS award will be asked to submit their official transcripts, college/university admission letter, student aid report, financial aid award details, and other information that may be requested at the discretion of the GMS program. Finalists who are selected as Gates Scholars will be notified of the amount of their awards. Gates Millennium Scholars Awards Individuals selected as Gates Scholars will receive funds in an amount to be determined by GMS based on financial need. The award will be based on the cost of tuition, fees, books, and living expenses for the 2008-2009 academic year, as well as the availability of grants and other scholarships reported on the submitted financial aid award letter. The scholarship, for the undergraduate award, may be renewed annually based on satisfactory academic progress, full-time, and the timely submission of required documents. Support for graduate degrees may be pursued for the following fields: education, engineering, library science, mathematics, public health, science.
The Deadline for Submission of Nomination Materials is as follows:
All paper applications must be postmarked by December 31, 2007.
All online applications must be submitted by January 11, 2008 11:59 p.m. EST.

[UK] Scholarships for international undergraduate students

University of Westminster

Full international scholarships

• Amount: Full tuition fee waivers, accommodation, living expenses and flights to and from London. The scholarship will be renewed each year, subject to satisfactory academic progress.
• Eligibility: You must be an international student from a developing country and hold an offer for a full-time undergraduate degree at the University.
• Criteria: Academic excellence, development potential and financial need.
• Deadline: 31 May 2008.

Diplomatic scholarships

• Amount: 65% fee waivers.
• Eligibility: These scholarships are available to you if you are a child of diplomats from developing countries, whose countries are unable to contribute to the fees. Your parent in the diplomatic post must be based in the UK, and you must hold an offer for a full-time undergraduate degree at the University. The scholarship is for the length of the course (3 or 4 years) and is subject to satisfactory academic progress.
• Criteria: Academic excellence.
• Deadline: 31 May 2008.

East Timor scholarship

This scholarship is awarded in conjunction with the Ai-Kameli Trust and International Students House.

• Amount: Full tuition fee waiver, accommodation at International Students House, living expenses and flights to and from London for the period of study.
• Eligibility: You must be from East Timor and wish to pursue a full-time undergraduate degree at the University of Westminster. You must be interested in studying a subject useful to the development of East Timor, and intend to return on completion of the course.
• Criteria: Academic excellence, development potential and financial need.

Please contact the Ai-Kameli Trust for further details and application procedures.

Gambia Biomedical Sciences scholarship

This scholarship is only open to you if you have successfully completed the University of Westminster Diploma in Biomedical Sciences. It is a three year scholarship, subject to satisfactory academic progress, for the full-time BSc Honours Biomedical Sciences.

• Amount: Full tuition fee waiver, accommodation, living expenses and annual flights to and from London.
• Eligibility: You must be a citizen of the Gambia and hold an offer for the full-time BSc Honours Biomedical Sciences.
• Criteria: Academic excellence, development potential and financial need. You must make a case as to how the skills and knowledge acquired on the course will be helpful to the development of the Gambia. You must also commit to return to the Gambia on completion of the course.
• Deadline: 31 May 2008.
  

Ken Bird memorial scholarship

Ken Bird was formerly Chair of the University's Technology and Design Department. This scholarship reflects Ken's interest in South Asia as well as his desire to help provide educational opportunities for women. The family of Ken Bird will take an active role in the choice and welfare of the scholar. The scholarship is awarded jointly with International Students House.

• Amount: Full tuition fee waiver and accommodation at International Students House.
• Eligibility: Preference will be given to you if you are a female student from India or Sri Lanka and hold an offer for a full-time undergraduate degree in a technology based subject. The scholarship will be renewed each year based on your academic performance.
• Criteria: Academic excellence, development potential and financial need.
• Deadline: 31 May 2008.

Part international scholarships

The University offers a number of part scholarships (£2,000 fee waiver) to you if you are an exceptionally well qualified student from outside the UK/EU.

These will be for each year of the undergraduate degree, subject to satisfactory academic progress. In the case of courses with a placement year, no scholarship is payable in that year as the University does not charge fees.

• Amount: £2,000 fee waivers.
• Eligibility: You must be an international student and hold an offer for a full-time undergraduate degree at the University.
• Criteria: Academic excellence.
• Deadline: 31 May 2008.

University of Westminster and Scindia School (India) scholarship

• Amount: Full tuition fee waiver and accommodation at International Students House.
• Eligibility: You must be a scholarship recipient from Scindia School, India, and hold an offer for a full-time undergraduate degree at the University of Westminster. The scholarship will be renewed each year based on your academic performance.
• Criteria: Academic excellence, developmental potential and financial need.
• Deadline: 31 May 2008.
  

• Application form - for undergraduate applicants

For further inquiries, please email the Scholarships Office on scholarships@westminster.ac.uk

[UK] Westminster Business School (WBS) Scholarships

[UK] Westminster Business School (WBS) Scholarships

Information

• Amount: 50% tuition fee waivers.
• Eligibility: You must hold an offer for a part-time Masters degree in Westminster Business School (WBS), excluding the MBA.
• Criteria: Academic excellence, career progression and financial need.
• Ten Scholarships.
• Deadline: 19 December 2007

More Information http://www.wmin.ac.uk/wbs/

UK The Westminster MBA

[UK] A London MBA

The Westminster MBA

Scholarships

• Amount: 50% tuition fee waivers.
• Eligibility: You must hold an offer for the part-time MBA degree.
• Criteria: Academic excellence, career progression and financial need. Preference will be given to you if you work in the voluntary or public sector.
• Five Scholarships.
• Deadline: 19 December 2007

The Westminster MBA offers you the chance to study for an internationally recognised MBA degree in the heart of London. The Westminster MBA is accredited by AMBA, the Association of MBAs, which is one of the major UK and international organisations responsible for quality assurance in management education.

Westminster Business School provides a flexible and personalised learning environment which combines the best of traditional and innovative approaches to management education. The School’s MBA is a general management programme designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to become an effective senior manager in today’s rapidly changing business environment.

Our part-time MBA programme is aimed at those who live and work in the London region or who can easily commute on a regular basis. For the full-time programme we welcome applications from anywhere in the world, from suitably qualified candidates who think they would benefit from the Westminster MBA experience. The knowledge and skills acquired on the programme are readily transferable and applications are encouraged from public sector organisations well as the private sector.

If you have a first degree and at least three years of significant work experience beyond graduation, then you can explore this website to see how well our London-based programme meets your needs for a professional MBA qualification.

More: http://www.wmin.ac.uk/mba/

USA-Dudley & Sylvia Kramer Memorial Scholarship

[USA] Dudley & Sylvia Kramer Memorial Scholarship


Name of Award: Dudley & Sylvia Kramer Memorial Scholarship


Scholarship Award Year: 2008-09


Who is Eligible: A resident of York Co., PA, currently engaged in an educational pursuit with a goal of working with persons with mental retardation. The student may also currently be working with persons with mental retardation. The student must show a demonstrated need for tuition assistance.


How Can I Apply: Apply at http://www.thearcofyorkcounty.org/


Deadline to Apply: June 6, 2008

USA-Elie Wiesel Prize in Enthics Essay Contest

[USA] Elie Wiesel Prize in Enthics Essay Contest


Name of Award: Elie Wiesel Prize in Enthics Essay Contest


Scholarship Award Year: 2008


Who is Eligible: Registered undergraduate full-time juniors or seniors at accredited four-year colleges or universities in the U.S. during the fall 2007 semester.


How Can I Apply: Electronic entry forms and additional information are available at www.eliewieselfoundaiton.org


Deadline to Apply: December 7, 2007

USA-New Economy Technology Scholarship Program

[USA] New Economy Technology Scholarship Program


Name of Award: New Economy Technology Scholarship Program


Scholarship Award Year: 2007-08


Who is Eligible: High school graduates; residents of PA; being at least a sophomore enrolled full-time pursuing a bachelor’s degree in an approved science or technology field at an approved PA public or private college or university. Eligible applicants must apply for a Federal Pell Grant and a PA State Grant. The applicant must have had at least a 3.0 cumulative gpa at the time of application and maintain at least that average during postsecondary study.


How Can I Apply: NETS Application and NETS brochure


Deadline to Apply: December 3, 2007

USA CANADA-Glamour's Top 10 College Women

[USA]Glamour's Top 10 College Women


Name of Award: Glamour's Top 10 College Women


Scholarship Award Year: 2007-2008


Who is Eligible: Any woman who is currently a full-time junior at an accredted college or university in the U.S. or Canada


How Can I Apply: On-line at http://www.glamour.com/news


Deadline to Apply: November 30, 2007

USA-R. Harper Brown Memorial Scholarship

[USA] R. Harper Brown Memorial Scholarship



Information: The Illinois Saint Andrew Society is pleased to sponsor this scholarship program which honors the late R. Harper Brown: Society governor, 1996 Clansman of the Year, co-chair of the Kith & Kin Campaign and former chairman of the development committee.



Value: The purpose of the Scholarship Fund is to assist in defraying the cost of an American (US) college student’s study at a university in Scotland.



Eligibility: Will be:



* at least a graduating senior in high school with an acceptance and intention to attend university in Scotland or a student in an accredited American (US) college or university looking for a study abroad experience

* an ISAS member, or the child or grandchild of a member



Deadline: A complete form should be returned as directed between January 1 and March 31 of the scholarship grant year


Contact Details:

David Forlow

Tel: 847.967.2725



E-mail: dforlow@yahoo.com

http://www.chicago-scots.org

USA-THE DONALD A. STRAUSS SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION

[USA]THE DONALD A. STRAUSS SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION

GUIDELINES

A. The Foundation will award scholarships to full time students at the 15 pre-selected four-year California colleges or universities who have
- demonstrated an interest in public service
- outstanding leadership potential
- developed and can demonstrate effective communication skills
- the desire to 'make a difference' in local, regional, international or national communities.
- one year remaining until graduation
- a GPA in the upper 1/3 of his or her class

B. The Strauss Foundation will award at least 14 $10,000 scholarships each year, which will be used to pay for some of the costs of the public service project as well as for tuition, fees, books, room and board. Recipients are eligible for one year of scholarship support to be used in their Senior year.

C. The Foundation invites the President or Chancellor or their designee of each eligible 4 year California institution to nominate 3 students* -- 14 or more scholarship recipients will be chosen each year with special preference from each of the following institutions:

1. California Institute of Technology
2. Loyola Marymount University
3. Occidental College
4. Scripps College
5. Stanford University
6. University of California, Berkeley
7. University of California, Davis
8. University of California, Irvine
9. University of California, Los Angeles
10. University of California, Merced
11. University of California, Riverside
12. University of California, San Diego
13. University of California, Santa Barbara
14. University of California, Santa Cruz
15. University of San Diego

* The Board of Trustees specifically requests that each university or college submit a total of three nominations. If an institution submits fewer than three nominations the Foundation maintains the right to omit an award to that institution.

A CAREER IN PUBLIC SERVICE

The Foundation defines public service as work, whether paid or as a volunteer, in government at any level; in organizations serving the public interest; in national, international, regional or local health organizations; and in service-oriented non-profit organizations such as those whose primary purposes are to help disadvantaged persons or protect the environment.

Fields of study which can lead to public service include (but are not limited to) the sciences, both biological and physical, engineering, technology, agriculture, environmental management, economics, political science, and the other social sciences, English, history, and the other liberal arts and humanities, public health, public administration, government and education.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

A. Maintain satisfactory academic performance (upper 1/3 of his/her class).

B. Carry out their public service project; project funds will be available by June 1, and projects should be "completed" by the following April 15. (That is, the proposed project should be carried out by April 15 so it can be presented and discussed later that month at the all-day Spring meeting. Because we prize projects that are sustainable indefinitely, a project shouldn't actually be completed by April 15, but merely marking its first year then.)

C. Send a bimonthly update to the Foundation, on the status of their project. Updates will be due September 15, November 1, January 15, and March 1.

D. Attend a meeting* for all Strauss Scholarship recipients in the spring of the senior year to make a presentation about the project: how it went, what was learned, etc. (Expenses for travel will be paid by the Foundation and will include airfare, where appropriate, and/or mileage reimbursement.) * This mandatory all-day meeting is a crucial component of the scholarship process.

E. Submit a written assessment of the project by email to the Foundation two days prior to the Mandatory Spring Meeting in April. This summary should be limited to 2 pages typed and double spaced.

F. Disbursement of the final $2,000 of the $10,000 award will be made upon completion of all five of the above listed responsibilities.

G. In addition to the above it is strongly recommended that all scholars plan to attend one of the Foundation's Regional Meetings that will be held in November.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

The Foundation may withhold or terminate a scholarship due to unsatisfactory academic performance. Scholars may request postponement of their awards because of ill health or other mitigating circumstances.

More Information www.straussfoundation.org

USA-Global Leaders Program

[USA] Global Leaders Program

Deadline: December 3, 2007- Noon

• Download the 2008 campus application instructions
• Download the 2008 Nomination Form and accompanying forms
• Official Global Leaders Program Website

The Goldman Sachs Global Leaders Program seeks to train and develop tomorrow's educators, policy makers, business leaders, research scientists, social entrepreneurs, and other professionals and to create an international network through which they can share ideas, work collaboratively, and begin to change the world, together. This program is open to all majors.

Eligibility requirements

• Be a full-time second year undergraduate student.
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.4 or better
• Demonstrate leadership in the community and in school
• Be pursuing a first undergraduate degree

Application requirements for nomination

Applicants must submit the following:

• A completed nomination form
• One letter of recommendation
• Personal essay
• BearFacts printout of grades

The UC Berkeley selection committee will select the university’s nominees based on the requirements of the sponsoring foundation.

More Information
http://scholarships.berkeley.edu/

USA-Merage Fellowship

[USA] Merage Fellowship

Deadline: November 15, 2007, Noon

(Please note that the U.C. Berkeley deadline differs from the campus deadline printed on the official Merage application)

• Download 2007-08 Merage Fellowship Campus Instructions (available now)
• Download the 2007-2008 Merage Fellowship Application
• Official Merage Foundation for the American Dream website
• 2006-2007 UC Berkeley Merage Fellowship Winner

The Merage Foundation for the American Dream was established by Paul and Lily Merage, both immigrants to the United States. Having lived the American Dream, they fervently believe in the ideals that have made the United States a unique land of opportunity for immigrants. In establishing the Foundation, they hope to help preserve and promote these ideals and to inspire new Americans to greater achievement. The Foundation awards $10,000 stipend annually for two years towards the efforts of fostering education, traveling and learning, securing mentors, and supporting internship opportunities. UC Berkeley may nominate up to three students

Eligibility requirements

• Must be a senior (must have finished three full years of undergraduate work and must be in their senior year) and plan to graduate in Spring 2008.
• Must be immigrants to the United States- Candidates must either have become a citizen since coming to the U.S. or hold a Permanent Resident Card (Green Card).
  Students who are not yet citizens must indicate their intent to become United States citizens.

Selection criteria

Candidates are evaluated on whether they demonstrate a clear set of objectives and strategies concerning achieving leadership positions in one of the following areas of concern: business, culture and the arts, science or education, or public service. Students must illustrate: a solid academic record; a clear track record of leadership; a commitment to hard work and excellence; creativity and initiative; consistent ethical behavior.

Application requirements

Applicants must submit the following:

• a completed application form
• personal statement,1500 words or less
• three letters of recommendation
• official copies of transcripts from all colleges attended
• documentation of immigrant status

The UC Berkeley selection committee will select the university’s nominees based on the above application materials and criteria.

Candidates from UC Berkeley should make an individual advising appointment with Scholarship Connection staff. For more information, e-mail Scholarship Connection.

More Information www.scholarships.berkeley.edu/

USA-Truman Scholarship

[USA] Truman Scholarship

Deadline: 12:00 NOON on Tuesday, November 20th, 2007

• Download 2007-08 Truman Scholarship Campus Instructions (Available September 2007)
• Official Truman Foundation website
• 2004-2005 UC Berkeley Truman Scholarship Winner

The Harry S. Truman Scholarship provides $30,000 to juniors planning to attend graduate school in preparation for careers in public service. Awardees also receive leadership training, graduate school counseling, preferential admission to premier graduate institutions, and internship opportunities with federal agencies. Approximately 80 scholarships are awarded to juniors from across the country. UC Berkeley may nominate four students for the Truman Scholarship. (STUDENTS MUST CONTACT ALICIA HAYES, THE SCHOLARSHIP COORDINATOR O GAIN ACCESS TO THE ON-LINE APPLICATION)

Eligibility requirements

• full-time junior (graduating between December 2008 and August 2009)
• committed to a career in public service
  The Truman Foundation defines public service as employment in government at any level, uniformed services, public-interest organizations, nongovernmental research and/or educational organizations, and public-service oriented nonprofit organizations such as those whose primary purposes are to help needy or disadvantaged persons or to protect the environment.
• in upper quarter of class (typically minimum 3.5 GPA)
• U.S. citizens or U.S. nationals from American Samoa or the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands

Selection criteria

Evaluators look for leadership ability, potential for influencing public policies, community service and extracurricular activities, suitability of the applicant’s proposed program of study for a career in public service, strong academic performance, and potential to perform well in a premier graduate school program. Truman Scholars have pursued many fields of study, such as agriculture, engineering, economics, education, government, history, international relations, law, political science, public administration, and public health. For additional information on selection criteria, visit the Truman Foundation website.

Application requirements

Applicants must submit the following:

• (STUDENTS MUST CONTACT ALICIA HAYES, THE SCHOLARSHIP COORDINATOR, TO GAIN ACCESS TO THE ON-LINE APPLICATION)
• completed on-line application
• three letters of recommendation addressing the applicant’s commitment to a career in public service, leadership abilities and potential, and intellect and prospects for continuing academic success
• official copies of transcripts from all colleges attended

The UC Berkeley selection committee will select the university’s nominees based on the above application materials and criteria.

UC Berkeley Truman applicants must make an individual advising appointment with the Scholarship Connection staff. For more information, e-mail Scholarship Connection.

More Information
http://scholarships.berkeley.edu/
http://www.truman.gov

USA-The Beinecke Scholarship Program

The Beinecke Scholarship Program

The Beinecke Scholarship Program was established in 1971 by the Board of Directors of The Sperry and Hutchinson Company to honor Edwin, Frederick, and Walter Beinecke. The Board created an endowment to provide substantial scholarships for the graduate education of young men and women of exceptional promise.

The program seeks to encourage and enable highly motivated students to pursue opportunities available to them and to be courageous in the selection of a graduated course of study. Since 1975 the program has selected more than 370 college juniors from 97 different schools for support during graduate study at any accredited university. Each scholar receives $2,000 immediately prior to entering graduate school and an additional $30,000 while attending graduate school. There are no geographic restrictions on the use of the scholarship, and recipients are allowed to supplement the award with other scholarships, assistantships and research grants. Scholars are encouraged to begin graduated study as soon as possible following graduation from college, and must utilize all of the funding within five years of completion of undergraduate studies.

Historically, the Beinecke selection committee favored students planning to attend graduate school in the traditional liberal arts disciplines, but also made awards to students planning to attend graduate school in mathematics and the natural sciences. In 1998, the board of The Sperry Fund decided to limit eligibility for the award to students planning to attend graduate school in the arts, humanities and social sciences.

Each year approximately 100 colleges and universities are invited to nominate a student for a Beinecke Scholarship, and 22 new scholarships will be awarded in 2008. Each school invited to participate in the Beinecke Scholarship Program is permitted to make a single nomination each year. Students enrolled at a participating institution who are interested in applying for a Beinecke Scholarship should contact their campus liaison for information regarding the procedure to be followed in selecting the school's nominee.

Conditions of Eligibility
To be eligible for a Beinecke Scholarship, a student must:

• Have demonstrated superior standards of intellectual ability, scholastic achievement and personal promise during his or her undergraduate career.

• Be a college junior pursuing a bachelor's degree during the 2007-2008 academic year. "Junior" means a student who plans to continue full-time undergraduate study and who expects to receive a baccalaureate degree between December 2008 and August 2009.

• Plan to enter a master's or doctoral program in the arts, humanities or social sciences. Students in the social sciences who plan to pursue graduate study in neuroscience should not apply for a Beinecke Scholarship.

• Be a United States citizen or a United States national from American Samoa or the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.

• Have a documented history of receiving need-based financial aid during his or her undergraduate years. Primary evidence of meeting this criterion is a student's history of receiving need-based institutional, state or federal grants-in-aid. An institutional financial aid officer will be required to complete a Financial Data Sheet certifying that the student meets this criterion.. In the selection process, the amount of financial need will not be a major determining factor, nevertheless, preference is given to candidates for whom the awarding of a scholarship would increase the likelihood of the student's being able to attend graduate school.

Nomination Deadlines

• March 1, 2008 ---Deadline for receipt of all nominations.
• May 1, 2008 ---Deadline for announcement of awards.

Nomination Materials
An original and four copies of the nomination package should be submitted by the dean or designated administrative officer in a single mailing to arrive no later than March 1, 2008. Each nomination must include the following materials:

• A Certification of Eligibility Form completed by the dean or administrative officer responsible for the nomination and a Financial Data Sheet completed by a financial aid officer certifying that the student qualifies for need-based financial aid.

• A completed Application Form.

• A current resume.

• A personal statement of 1,000 words or less from the nominee describing his or her background, interests, plans for graduate study and career aspirations. The statement should include a discussion of some experiences and ideas that have shaped those interests, plans and aspirations.

• A letter from the dean or administrative officer summarizing the reasons for the nominee's selection.

• Three letters of recommendation from faculty members that assess the nominee's intellectual curiosity, character and potential for advanced graduate study.

• An official copy of the nominee's transcript.

• Other material considered directly relevant to the nominee's application.

Scholarship Conditions
A Beinecke Scholar receives a total of $34,000 in support of his or her graduate education. The initial payment of $4,000 is awarded directly to the student prior to entering graduate school. This award is intended to offset the costs associated with the graduate application process and to pay for travel expenses directly related to the start of graduated school. While in graduate school, a Beinecke Scholar will receive an additional $30,000 in support. These funds are awarded as a supplement to support provided by the graduate school and the award may be spread over up to five years to comply with institutional limits on the total amount of a student's annual award. In the absence of institutional support or limits, scholars may receive a maximum award of $15,000 per year. These funds are sent directly to the financial aid officer of the institution where the student is enrolled and disbursed in accordance with the scholarship policy of the academic institution. In addition, the following policies apply to the award:

• A scholar must be attending an accredited graduate school as a full-time student in good academic standing in order to receive funding.

• A scholar must utilize all funding within five years of graduation.

• A scholar is allowed to take a one-year leave of absence immediately following graduation, but is normally expected to enter graduate school and begin receipt of the Beinecke funding in the following year. A scholar who receives a National Science Foundation, Marshall, Fulbright, Rhodes or similar scholarship is allowed to postpone receipt of the Beinecke award until the student has completed study under those programs. However, a scholar is still expected to utilize the Beinecke funding within the five-year period following graduation.

• A scholar who is unsuccessful in gaining admission to graduate school may petition the program director for permission to defer funding for an additional year.

More Information www.beineckescholarship.org/

USA-The Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship

[USA] The Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship

The Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program was established by Congress in 1986 to honor Senator Barry M. Goldwater, who served his country for 56 years as a soldier and statesman, including 30 years of service in the U.S. Senate. The purpose of the Foundation is to provide a continuing source of highly qualified scientists, mathematicians, and engineers by awarding scholarships to college students who intend to pursue careers in these fields.

How to Apply

Application must be submitted online by January 31, 2008.

All supporting documents must be received by February 1, 2008.

Your institution may establish an internal deadline for completion of all applications.

If you wish to receive emailed deadline reminders, etc., please add scholarships@act.org to your email program's safe list. Please continue to use goldwater@act.org for any correspondence, as the other account is for outgoing messages only.

More Information http://www.act.org/goldwater/

USA-The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans

[USA] The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans

The purpose of The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans is to provide opportunities for continuing generations of able and accomplished New Americans to achieve leadership in their chosen fields. The Program is established in recognition of the contributions New Americans have made to American life and in gratitude for the opportunities the United States has afforded the donors and their family.

• We are delighted to announce our Class of 2007 Fellows
• Applications will be available in August, 2007
• Next deadline November 1, 2007

More Information : http://www.pdsoros.org/

UK-Churchill Scholarship for US citizen

UK-Churchill Scholarship for US citizen

Deadline: Noon, October 25, 2007

• Download 2007 Churchill Scholarship Application Instructions (Available September 07)
• Official Winston Churchill Foundation Scholarship website

The Winston Churchill Foundation will award graduate scholarships to help American students of exceptional ability and outstanding achievement the opportunity to pursue graduate studies in engineering, mathematics, or the sciences at Churchill College, the University of Cambridge. The foundation offer generous living and travel allowances in addition to fully covering all university and college tuition fees. At least twelve scholarships are awarded to seniors and recent graduates from across the country. UC Berkeley may nominate up to two students for the Churchill Scholarship.

Eligibility requirements

• U.S. citizen, age 19-26
• Be a senior or recent graduate from an accredited college or university in the U.S.
• earn bachelors degree before October 2008
• Must have taken the GRE (Graduate Record Examination) by September 2007
• Have a demonstrated academic excellence (previous Scholars have usually had a grade point average of at least 3.7 or A-)
• Applicants must also submit the application for admission to Cambridge with the Churchill application

Selection criteria

Evaluators look for Exceptional academic achievement as indicated by course grades. Scores on the Graduate Record Examinations. A capacity to pursue original, creative work and to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the sciences, engineering, or mathematics. Outstanding personal qualities as demonstrated by leadership, activities, social engagement.

Application requirements

Applicants must submit the following:

• The University of Cambridge Application Form (The Application Form is available on the Cambridge Web site at http://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/gradstud/admissions/forms/)
• Six passport-size photographs .
• One signed copy of the Churchill Foundation Application Form
• Four letters of reference —two more than required for the Cambridge Application Form.
• Official transcript from each institution you have attended.
• Graduate Record Examination Scores on the General Test. (The Institution Code List number for the Winston Churchill Foundation is 3922. Scores on the GRE taken in the past two years are acceptable. MCAT scores may be substituted for the GRE.)
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The UC Berkeley selection committee will select the university’s nominees based on the above application materials and criteria.

Australia Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scholarship

Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scholarship

School of Behavioural and Social Sciences and Humanities

The School of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Humanities aims to encourage and support an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander to undertake a course with the School. The scholarship is a course fee exemption of approximately $11,500 per year.

Fee Assistance for International Students in Adversity

Funds are available to support an international student in undertaking an undergraduate degree in the School of Behavioural and Social Sciences and Humanities. One Fee Assistance Award is available each year for a student demonstrating financial adversity.

Application closing date
Applications close 1 March each year.

Further Information and Application Form
(p) School of Behavioural and Social Sciences and Humanities: (03) 5327 9610
(w) BSSH Scholarship information

School of Behavioural and Social Sciences and Humanities Financial Aid Scholarships

In 2007 three financial aid scholarships will be available to students enrolled in an undergraduate course in the School of Behavioural and Social Sciences and Humanities:
3 Education Costs Scholarships: $2,120 each Further Information (w) http://www.ballarat.edu.au/equityscholarships (e) equityscholarships@ballarat.edu.au

USA - Cornell University Postdoc in Immunology

USA - Cornell University Postdoc in Immunology

Postdoc - Immunology (host-pathogen interactions of Chlamydia)

Located in Ithaca, N.Y., Cornell University is a bold, innovative and inclusive teaching and research university of academic distinction and public service where staff, faculty, and students alike are challenged to be active citizens of the world.

A Postdoctoral Associate position is available in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the College of Veterinary Medicine to study host-pathogen interactions of Chlamydia. The position is funded by an NIH grant and will focus on elucidating the roles of Rab GTPases in chlamydia-infected cells.

Qualifications
A PhD in the life sciences and a strong background in microbiology, molecular biology, and/or cell biology is required.

Scholarship 2008 Australia University of Technology, Sydney - Engineering Undergraduate

Scholarship 2008 Australia University of Technology, Sydney - Engineering Undergraduate

The Engineering (ICT) International Undergraduate Scholarship offers students the opportunity to obtain an undergraduate qualification at UTS:Engineering. The Scholarship will be awarded on the basis of the student’s year 12 (or equivalent) results. The scholarship is also open to diploma holders.

One student will be selected per semester and the commencement of the scholarship will be the same as the commencement of the student’s Bachelor of Engineering.The closing date is 15 December for students commencing in February and 1 June for students commencing in July. The application form must be submitted together with the International Coursework Application form to either a UTS representative or UTS: International.

The scholarship covers 50% of the tuition fees commencing from the first semester of study for a period of four years.

Application closing date: 15 December 2007; 1 June 2008


Scholarship start date: Feb; July 2008

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must: expect to complete the equivalent year 12 exam in 2007 overseas; meet the normal entry requirements for the Bachelor of Engineering; and obtain an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with 6.0 in writing (http://www.ielts.org). The Engineering (ICT) International Undergraduate Scholarship offers students the opportunity to obtain an undergraduate qualification at UTS:Engineering. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of the student’s year 12 (or equivalent) results. The scholarship is also open to diploma holders.

The scholarship will be awarded twice a year for an intake for Autumn and Spring Semesters.


The application form must be submitted together with the International Coursework Application form to either a UTS representative or UTS: International.