USA AMINEF 08/09 Fulbright ASEAN Visiting Scholars Program

USA - 2008 / 2009 AMINEF Fulbright ASEAN Visiting Scholars Program

GENERAL PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The American Indonesia Exchange Foundation (AMINEF) is pleased to announce the availability of Fulbright scholarships to study in the United States. The primary focus of the Fulbright Program in Indonesia is to promote mutual understanding between the Republic of Indonesia and the United States of America through educational exchange and academic scholarship. Fulbright scholarships are available to Indonesian citizens with the appropriate qualifications as stipulated in the program descriptions listed below.

FULBRIGHT ASEAN VISITING SCHOLARS PROGRAM 2008-09

The Fulbright Program is pleased to announce a new opportunity for Fulbright Visiting Scholars, The Fulbright ASEAN Visiting Scholars Program. The purpose of this new initiative is to provide opportunities for travel to the United States for scholarly and professional research on issues central to the ASEAN-U.S. relationship. The program is open to university faculty, foreign ministry and government officials, and professional staff of think tanks and other NGOs in ASEAN member nations.

PARTICIPATING COUNTRIES
For 2008-09, the inaugural year of the program, applications will be invited from interested individuals in Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand.

ELIGIBILITY
University faculty, foreign ministry and government officials, and professionals in think tanks and other NGOs whose work focuses on ASEAN-U.S. issues are eligible to apply. Fields of inquiry may include economics, political economy, foreign policy, international relations, and history, including such relevant sub-specialties as security, trade, and cultural issues directly related to the ASEAN-U.S. relationship. Applicants will be expected to have a significant record of scholarly or professional accomplishment; they must be citizens of their countries; and they must be proficient in English. Preference will be given to qualified applicants who have not had recent and substantial experience in the United States.

PROJECTS
Proposals should be carefully developed projects that will deepen the applicant’s understanding of one or more aspects of the ASEAN-U.S. relationship. While it is expected that the majority of time will be spent in research, grantees are also encouraged to expand and develop their network of professional contacts so that professional relationships established during the grantee’s time in the U.S. can be sustained after the formal grant period has ended. In addition, grantees will be encouraged to seek opportunities to voice the Southeast Asian perspective during their time in the U.S. through guest lectures, seminars, or participation in academic or professional conferences. All applicants are urged to explore possible affiliations with U.S. institutions, including universities, think tanks and research institutes, in advance of submitting their formal applications. Letters of invitation will enable program organizers to make the most suitable affiliations.

DURATION OF AWARD
Award periods are flexible and should be congruent with the needs of the project. The minimum period for an award is two (2) months, the maximum period six (6) months.

AWARD TERMS
Grants will provide a monthly stipend for grantees, together with round-trip air travel, and a book and incidental allowance. A small travel allowance for travel within the U.S. will also be available. A small additional sum will be available for one dependent for grant periods of three months or more.

HOW TO APPLY
Candidate should complete the 2008-2009 Application for the Fulbright Scholar Program which could be requested from AMINEF by mail or in person at the following address:

AMINEF
Gedung Balai Pustaka, 6th Floor
Jl. Gunung Sahari Raya No. 4
Jakarta 10720
Soft copy of the application can also be requested by sending an e-mail to infofulbright@aminef.or.id.

APPLICATIONS
Applications are to be submitted to the American Indonesian Exchange Program (AMINEF). Applications for this program will be evaluated by a peer review panel in accordance with normal Fulbright standards that are competitive, merit-based, open and transparent. Final selections will be made by the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board in Washington.

APPLICATION DEADLINE
October 30, 2007. We do not accept e-mail application. Hard copies must be sent or delivered to AMINEF.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Specific questions regarding the application process are accepted via e-mail at the following address: infofulbright@aminef.or.id.

Official Website and Download application.

Korea Scholarship KDI School

Scholarship KDI School of Public Policy & Management

Scholarship Opportunities For International Students


The KDI School of Public Policy and Management presents its renowned scholarship programs for qualified international applicants who seek advanced graduate educational opportunities in Korea.

KDI School Advantage

World-class, innovative programs focused on real world, policy and management issues
All classes conducted in English in a truly international environment
op-notch faculty with unparalleled expertise and teaching excellence
Academic Programs

Master’s Degree

Master of Public Policy (MPP)
Master of Management (MBA)

Scholarship Information

Global Ambassador Fellowship
Benefits: Full tuition waiver and living stipend
Candidate eligibility: All overseas candidates are welcomed to apply
Applicable programs: Master of Public Policy (MPP), Master of Business Administration (MBA)

POSCO Asia Fellowship
Benefits: Full tuition waiver, living stipend, and round-trip airfare
Candidate eligibility: Government officials from most countries in Asia
Applicable program: Master of Public Policy (MPP)

Master of Public Policy for Cultural Policy Officials
(Cultural Partnership Initiative by Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Republic of Korea)
Benefits: Full tuition waiver, living stipend, and round-trip airfare

Candidate eligibility: Officials & scholars from culture-related government branches of countries in Asia, Africa, and South America
Applicable program: Master of Public Policy (MPP)

Colombo Plan Scholarship
Benefits: Full tuition waiver, living stipend, round-trip airfare
Candidate eligibility: Government officials from Colombo Plan member countries
Applicable program: Master of Public Policy (MPP)
Please apply directly with the Colombo Plan. (www.colombo-plan.org)

General Eligibility Requirements to Apply for Scholarships at the KDI School

Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent
Government officials preferred
English proficiency
Work experience recommended
Study Period: February – December, 2008 in Seoul, South Korea

+ Approval of thesis (written in home country in the 2nd year of study)

Admission Procedure:
1st Round: Document Review
2nd Round: Interview in English

Application Deadline:
October 31, 2007 (Last day for application package arrival)

Required Application Documents for Admission:

Application for Admission - Complete online application at the KDI School website www.kdischool.ac.kr (Click quick link “Apply Online”)
Statement of Purpose – send by postal mail
Transcript(s)(University Grades/Marks) – send by postal mail
Copy of University Diploma or Degree – send by postal mail
Two Recommendations – send by postal mail
Two Passport sized Photos – send by postal mail
English Score Reports (if available) – send by postal mail
Employment Verification (if available) – send by postal mail
Important Points to Remember:

All documents must be prepared in English.
(Please attach certified translations if the documents are in any other languages.)
Documents submitted with the application can not be returned to the applicants.
Applicants may only apply for one scholarship and multiple applications will invalidate candidacy.
Application Submission & Admission Inquiries:

The Office of Admissions

E-mail: admissions[ at ]kdischool.ac.kr

Tel: 822-3299-1281/1019 Fax: 822-3299-1223

Address:
KDI School of Public Policy and Management
207-43, Cheongnyangri2-dong,
Dongdaemun-gu,
Seoul 130-868,
South Korea

Homepage: www.kdischool.ac.kr
Brochure http://www.kdischool.ac.kr/introduction/brochure_eng.pdf