Scholarships Undergraduate International Students, Kingston University, UK
We offer up to ten scholarships for undergraduate students for September entry.
The scholarships are open to prospective full-time undergraduate students in any subject area for each year of a three-year course (subject to satisfactory progress). Foundation degree students (first or second year entry) are also eligible for the scholarships. Who can apply?
You can apply for an award if you:
are an international student (classified as ‘overseas’ for fee purposes);
have an offer of a place on an undergraduate degree course or foundation degree course at Kingston for 2011 entry (first or second year entry); and
are not currently registered on an undergraduate course at Kingston University.
How are the scholarships awarded?
Scholarship will be awarded on the basis of:
academic merit;
what you expect to gain from the course you are taking; and
what you intend to do after completing the course.
How do I apply?
You can apply online now for scholarships for September 2011 entry. The deadline for September 2011 scholarship applications is 31 May 2011.
Please note that we cannot consider applications received after the deadline. Remember that the scholarships application procedure is separate from the admissions application procedure.
Before you begin your application, please make sure that you meet the eligibility criteria. You must:
be an international student (classified as ‘overseas’ for fee purposes);
have an offer of a place on a course at Kingston for 2011 entry; and
not currently be registered on an undergraduate or postgraduate course at Kingston University.
Please also note that you will need electronic copies of the following documents to make your application online:
a copy of your Kingston University offer letter;
an academic reference letter;
a copy of your academic transcript/worksheet; and
a copy of your IELTS/TOEFL result (where applicable).
If you have any questions about the application and selection procedure, please read our FAQs or contact us at scholarships@kingston.ac.uk.
Scholarships Students Edinburgh Global Undergraduate, University of Edinburgh, UK
Scholarship Overview :
Scholarships are offered to students who are nationals of countries outwith the EU for undergraduate study in any subject offered by the University. 20 scholarships are available for the 2011-2012 session with each award worth £2,000 per year. Awards are tenable for the duration of the programme of study.
Eligibility
The scholarships are competitive and awarded broadly on the basis of academic merit.
They are awarded to students who are accepted for admission on a full-time basis for undergraduate study at the University of Edinburgh.
Students already on a programme are not eligible.
Applicants must also be nationals of a country outwith the EU. Applying
Completed application forms must be received by Scholarships and Student Funding Services no later than 1 April 2011.
Eligible applicants should complete an online application form.
Scholarships and Student Funding Services
The University of Edinburgh
Old College
South Bridge
Edinburgh, EH8 9YL
Work: +44 (0)131 651 4070
Fax: +44 (0)131 651 4066
Email: scholarships@ed.ac.uk Notification of award
A University of Edinburgh Selection Committee will meet in May 2011 to select the scholarship holders.
The winners of the scholarship will be announced in late May 2011.
Scholarship for Coca-Cola Undergraduate, University of Edinburgh, UK
The University of Edinburgh and Coca-Cola offer a number of scholarships for undergraduate study in any subject offered by the University.
This competitive scholarship covers the full tuition fees and an annual maintenance allowance of £5,000. It is tenable for the duration of the programme of study. Eligibility
The scholarship is open to self-financing applicants whose personal circumstances would make accepting an offer from the University of Edinburgh difficult.
They are awarded to citizens from the following countries who are accepted for admission on a full-time basis for an undergraduate programme of study:
Applicants should have applied through the University and Colleges Admission Service (UCAS) and been offered a place at the University of Edinburgh by the scholarship closing date of 1 April 2011.
The scholarship is not available to students already on programme.
The scholarship may be terminated at any time when an unsatisfactory progress report is received from the School or if the scholarship holder ceases to be registered as a full-time student at the University of Edinburgh. Applying
Completed application forms must be received by Scholarships and Student Funding Services no later than 1 April 2011.
Eligible applicants should complete an online application form.
Scholarships and Student Funding Services
The University of Edinburgh
Old College
South Bridge
Edinburgh, EH8 9YL
Work: +44 (0)131 651 4070
Fax: +44 (0)131 651 4066
Email: scholarships@ed.ac.uk Notification of award
A University of Edinburgh Selection Committee will meet in May 2011 to select the scholarship holders.
The scholarship winners will be announced in late May 2011.
Master and Undergraduate Scholarship, Emile Boutmy Scholarship, France
Scholarship Overview Sciences Po created the Emile Boutmy scholarship after the founder of Sciences Po (1871) in order to attract the very best international students from outside of the European Union. The Emile Boutmy Scholarship is awarded to top students whose profiles match the admissions priorities of Sciences Po and individual course requirements.
The Financial Support Office administers a variety of scholarships and award schemes. Altogether 1M€ was awarded to non-european students in 2009 out of a total of 2.1M€.
Eligibility requirements
Eligible students are those from a non-European Union state, whose household does not file taxes within the European Union, and who have been admitted to the Undergraduate or Master’s programme.
Students who are not eligible are:
Swiss and Norwegian applicants, since they may be entitled to CROUS scholarships
Candidates who have dual citizenship, including from a European Union state
Candidates from Quebec (since they may take advantage of sliding scale fees same as European applicants)
Dual-degree candidates
Third-year Ph.D. programme students (thesis)
MPA candidates, since they may apply for the MPA scholarship
The Emile Boutmy scholarship may not be supplemented with the Eiffel scholarship.
This scholarship is awarded based on factors of excellence and according to the type of profile sought for this programme. Social criteria are also taken into account.
This scholarship is not automatically awarded. A request for it must be made in the section designated for the purpose on the application form.
Undergraduate programme: Amount and length of the scholarship
The Emile Boutmy programme can take several different forms for students on the undergraduate programme. The length of the scholarship is always dependent on scholarship recipients’ academic results; they must be ranked within the top half of students within their year group.
1. A tuition grant of 7300€ per year for the three years of the undergraduate programme, in addition to a grant to cover part of the cost of living of €5000 per year.
Scholarship recipients will forfeit their right to the grant to cover living costs if their academic results are not with the top 50% of students within their year group at the end of the first year *.
2. A tuition grant of 7300€ per year for the three years of the undergraduate programme.
Scholarship recipients will forfeit their right to this scholarship if their academic results are not with the top 50% of students within their year group at the end of the first year *.
3. A grant of €5000 per year to cover tuition fees for the three years of the undergraduate programme.
If the academic results of scholarship recipients are not within the upper half of students within their year group at the end of the second semester of the first year, they will receive a warning notifying them that they must improve their results by the end of the first semester of the second year. If by this time, the students’ results have not improved and they are not in the upper half of students, they will forfeit their right to the scholarship as from the second semester of the second year.*
If scholarship recipients academic results’ place them within the top 10% of students in their year group at the end of their first year of students**, they will be eligible for a grant to cover living costs of €5000 for their second year of students; this will be in addition to the grant covering tuition fees.
4. A grant of €3000 per year to cover tuition fees for the three years of the undergraduate programme.
If the scholarship recipients’ academic results are not within the upper half of their year group at the end of the second semester of the first year, they will receive a warning notifying them that they must improve their results by the end of the first semester of the second year. If the student’s results have not impr oved by then and do not place him/her in the upper half of students, they will forfeit their right to the scholarship as from the second semester of the second year.*
If the scholarship recipient is within the top 10% of his year group at the end of the first year**, he/she is eligible for a tuition fees grant of €6000 per year (equivalent to an exemption of approximately 70% of tuition fees) as well as for a grant of €5000 to cover living costs for the second year of study. This comes in addition to the tuition fees grant. Only students having requested this grant will be considered.
During the year abroad (third year of the undergraduate programme): Scholarship recipients who are among the top 50% of students in their year group at the end of their second year will retain their tuition fee grant during their year abroad.
For those students awarded a grant to cover living costs in their second year, a grant to cover the costs of the stay abroad will be provided if deemed necessary and if the destination justifies.
* For example, in 2007-2009, the average mark required was 13.5/20.
** For example, in 2007-2008, the average mark required was 15/20.
Masters level: Amount and length of the scholarship
The Emile Boutmy programme can take several different forms for students at Masters level. The length of the scholarship is always dependent on scholarship recipients’ academic results; they must be ranked within the upper half of the students within their year group.
1. A grant of 10000€ per year to cover tuition fees for the two years of the Masters, in addition to a grant to cover part of the cost of living of €6000 per year. Scholarship recipients will forfeit their right to the living costs grant if their academic results are not with the top 50% of students within their year group at the end of the first year *.
2. A grant of €10000 per year to cover tuition fees for the two years of the Masters.
Scholarship recipients will forfeit their right to the grant if their academic results are not with the top 50% of students within their year group at the end of the first year *.
3. A grant of €5000 to cover tuition fees for the two years of the Masters. Scholarship recipients will forfeit their right to the grant if their academic results are not with the top 50% of students within their year group at the end of the first year *.
* For example, in 2007-2008 the required average mark was 13.5/20. How to apply and deadlines
To apply for the Emily Boutmy scholarship, please fill out the relevant pages in the general application form. For the academic year 2010-2011, undergraduate applicants for the Emily Boutmy schlolarship must submit their application by May 2, 2011 at the very latest. Graduate applicants must submit their application by February 21st, 2011. Applications received after these dates will not be processed. Sciences Po students
If you are already a student at Sciences Po and wish to apply for the Emile Boutmy scholarship, please fill in this form.
Candidates seeking admission at Sciences Po need to apply for this scholarship by completing the “scholarships” page on their online application form.
Scholarship Coca-Cola Undergraduate, University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh and Coca-Cola offer a number of scholarships for undergraduate study in any subject offered by the University.
This competitive scholarship covers the full tuition fees and an annual maintenance allowance of £5,000. It is tenable for the duration of the programme of study. Eligibility
The scholarship is open to self-financing applicants whose personal circumstances would make accepting an offer from the University of Edinburgh difficult.
They are awarded to citizens from the following countries who are accepted for admission on a full-time basis for an undergraduate programme of study:
Applicants should have applied through the University and Colleges Admission Service (UCAS) and been offered a place at the University of Edinburgh by the scholarship closing date of 1 April 2011.
The scholarship is not available to students already on programme.
The scholarship may be terminated at any time when an unsatisfactory progress report is received from the School or if the scholarship holder ceases to be registered as a full-time student at the University of Edinburgh. Applying
Completed application forms must be received by Scholarships and Student Funding Services no later than 1 April 2011.
Eligible applicants should complete an online application form.
Scholarships and Student Funding Services
The University of Edinburgh
Old College
South Bridge
Edinburgh, EH8 9YL
Work: +44 (0)131 651 4070
Fax: +44 (0)131 651 4066
Email: scholarships@ed.ac.uk Notification of award
A University of Edinburgh Selection Committee will meet in May 2011 to select the scholarship holders.
The scholarship winners will be announced in late May 2011.
Founded in 2002, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is one of Canada’s youngest universities and defined by its dynamic leading-edge learning environment, diverse and innovative programs, globally-experienced faculty, inter-disciplinary research activities and extensive student life opportunities. UOIT is a leader among North American universities in implementing and using course and industry specific software for laptop learning. This means you will graduate with the high-tech skills that are in demand in the new economy.
Over the years, hundreds of students from nearly 70 countries have been drawn to UOIT. As a student, you will become a member of the university’s vibrant community of professors, staff and students which will encourage you both in your studies and extracurricular activities. If you are ready to push your boundaries of thinking and learning to unimaginable heights and interested in tackling groundbreaking research work that has the potential to greatly impact society, then you are ready for UOIT.
A university education is one of the most important investments you will ever make. At UOIT, we endeavour to help with scholarships and employment opportunities to assist with your educational costs, however, scholarships are limited. You should be financially prepared for your entire course of studies at UOIT. Be sure to research scholarship opportunities and financial aid options in your home country for study abroad. Global Leadership Award International secondary school students entering an undergraduate program at UOIT on a study permit and who are currently studying outside of Canada are eligible for UOIT’s Global Leadership Award (GLA). This scholarship is one of UOIT’s most prestigious entrance awards. Valued at more than $11,000 and renewable annually, it recognizes international secondary school applicants with strong academic and leadership abilities. Applications for the GLA are due by February 25, 2011. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are not eligible for the GLA. Awards of Recognition
Applicants entering UOIT from a Canadian secondary school will be automatically considered for an Award of Recognition. Awards are renewable annually (for up to four years) and based on your top six grade 12 U or M, or equivalent, final grades, and are awarded as follows:
AUS supports bright individuals with a keen interest in research for a Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering at the National University of Singapore, the Nanyang Technological University and the Singapore University of Technology and Design. Upon graduation, scholars have the flexibility to pursue their PhD studies locally or abroad on A*STAR or other university scholarships. Scholars can look forward to research attachments at A*STAR’s Research Institutes with state-of-the-art facilities and be part of A*STAR’s community of diverse and renowned scientists and researchers.
Eligibility (i) Entry point with ‘A’ Levels/ IB/ NUSHS Diploma: For candidates on GCE ‘A’ Level syllabus
Candidates must offer 11 units or more
Attained As in three H2 Science or Mathematics subjects
Preferably a merit in one H3 Science or Mathematics subject
For candidates on International Baccalaureate (IB) syllabus
Obtained at least 39 points including 6,7,7 in higher level for Science and Mathematics subjects(exception will be made if candidate took Further Mathematics)
Attained at least 1 bonus point for Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge
For candidates from NUS High School of Mathematics and Science
Attained subject CAP of 3.60 and above, majoring in at least 3 of the following subjects:
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology (one of which must be with Honours)
Graded at least merit for their final year research project.
(ii) Entry point at Year 2, 3, 4 at NUS/NTU
Incumbent students at NUS/NTU will apply for AUS through their respective universities.
Candidates should obtain a minimum CAP score/ cum GPA of 4.5 for the academic year in which they apply.
Coverage Successful candidates will be provided with financial support* for the duration of their undergraduate studies covering:
Tuition fees
Local sustenance allowance
Research attachment opportunities at A*STAR Research Institutes (minimum of 8 weeks)
One overseas exchange programme during the undergraduate studies (up to 6 months)
Annual renewal of the AUS is subject to scholars maintaining good academic standing. *All rates/allowances are subject to A*STAR adjustments from time to time
Continuing with PhD studies AUS scholars are required to embark on a PhD programme in Science or Engineering disciplines within eighteen (18) months of completion of their undergraduate studies. AUS scholars may apply to A*STAR PhD scholarships in their final year of undergraduate studies.
Application Procedure (i) Entry point with ‘A’ Levels/ IB/ NUSHS Diploma: To apply for AUS, click here to find the application form. Please submit your application with supporting documents by post to:
A*STAR Graduate Academy Agency for Science, Technology and Research 20 Biopolis Way, #08-01 Centros Singapore 138668
All hardcopies and supporting documents are to reach us by 15 Apr 2011. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
(ii) Entry point at Year 2, 3, 4 at NUS/NTU Applications are open throughout the year. Interested applicants may apply through their universities:
National University of Singapore NUS Graduate School for Integrative Sciences & Engineering (NGS) Centre for Life Sciences (CeLS), #05-01 28 Medical Drive Singapore 117456
Nanyang Technological University Graduate Studies Office Student Services Centre, Level 3 42 Nanyang Avenue Singapore 639815
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Contact Information Email A*GA Scholarship Officer:
The Government of India offers, every year, 20 scholarship slots to meritorious students from Indonesia to pursue their higher studies in Indian universities and colleges. The scholarships are granted for studies at Undergraduate & Post-graduate levels and in research subjects under M.Phil. and Ph.D.
The scholarships are administered by the Indian Council of Cultural Relations (ICCR) under its General Cultural Scholarships Scheme (GCSS). Applications for scholarships under this scheme are invited in the month of November- December every year. These scholarships are also available for nationals of Timor Leste.
Applications need to be submitted to the Embassy of India in Jakarta only and not direct to ICCR or the concerned University.
Under the Scheme, Living Allowance, Contingent Grant, accommodation charges, Tuition Fee and other benefits, including medical and study tour to the students selected for scholarships are provided. However, the cost of air passage to India and back is not covered.
Further details of the scholarships, including the eligibility criteria and the terms & conditions of the scholarships, can be perused in the following documents:
Scholarship Information Brochure
Scholarship Application Booklet
Rabu, 10 November 2010
Beasiswa Edith Cowan University Excellence Undergraduate Scholarships, Australia
ECU Excellence Scholarships are open to school leavers displaying outstanding academic excellence and endeavour. There are 12 scholarships available valued at $4000 for each full-time year (or pro rata) of a student’s undergraduate course at ECU. Applications are sought from year 12 school leavers who can demonstrate academic excellence and endeavour, leadership and a commitment to ECU’s core values of integrity, respect, rational inquiry and personal excellence.
Applicants will be required to provide a written statement (no more than 2 x A4 page) demonstrating the following:
Commitment to leadership.
Commitment to ECU’s core values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry and Personal Excellence.
Selection: Selection is based on TER and demonstrated commitment to ECU core values.
Eligibility criteria:
Academic merit
School leaver
ECU as 1st preference on TISC application
Academic excellence and endeavour
Leadership
Commitment to ECU’s core values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry and Personal Excellence
90 + TER or Beazley Medal winner
Nationality:
Australian citizen
Australian permanent humanitarian visa
Australian permanent resident visa
New Zealand citizen
Level of study:
Undergraduate bachelor courses
Year of study:
1st year
Faculty:
Any
School:
Any
Study mode:
Full-time on-campus
Part-time on-campus
Amount: $4000 per year for full-time enrolment (pro rata for part time – minimum 30 credit points) Frequency: $2000 (or pro rata) payment made each semester for duration of course after census date Method:Electronic funds transfer
Application opening date: 31 August 2010 Application closing date: 14 January 2011
Scholarship Application Deadline: 25 February 2011
Scholarship Description:The Kellogg and Kroc Institutes announce a Research Grants Program for undergraduate students at Notre Dame. The grants are intended for juniors whose interests include a clear international dimension preferably related to the Kellogg Institute’s themes. Several grants of up to $5,000* each will be awarded for research abroad or, if demonstrably appropriate, in the United States. Applicants are required to notify the Kellogg Institute of any funding received from another source. If duplicate funding is received, the Institute may adjust the award.
[Scholarship] - Programme for international students for undergrdaure studies at Korean universities.
Scholarship Application Deadline: 19 November 2010
Scholarship Description: The objective of the Korean Government Scholarship Program for an Undergraduate Course is to provide international students with the opportunity to conduct advanced studies at higher educational institutions in Korea in order to promote international exchanges in education and mutual friendship between the countries. Fields of Study 4-year undergraduate courses provided by the universities designated by NIIED ? Not applicable: fields the study period of which exceeds 4 years (e.g. medicine, dentistry, architecture)
Qualifications Prospective applicant must meet the following qualification criteria: (1) Must be a citizen of the country to which scholarships are offered, which is also applied to his/her parents. ? Applicant must not be a holder of Korean citizenship. (2) Should be under 25 years of age as of March 1, 2011. (3) Have an adequate health, both physically and mentally. ? Persons who are pregnant or having severe illness may not apply. (4) Have finished or be scheduled to finish formal education of elementary, middle, high school as of March 1, 2011. ? Exceptional acceptance for a person who will have finished high school as of September 1, 2011 and who will be able to have level 3 in TOPIK until then. (5) Possess above 80% (out of 100%) in a grade point average (G.P.A.) of the whole school years of the high school attended or within top 10% among graduates in the same year. (6) Not at any time have received a Korean government scholarship for his/her undergraduate study before. (7) Not have enrolled in an undergraduate course in Korea before. (8) Preferential selection for applicants who are good at Korean or English.
Scholarship Application Deadline: 19 November 2010
Scholarship for International students, Transfer Citations
Study Subject: Any subject Employer: University of Alberta Level: Undergraduate
Scholarship Description: Awarded annually to students on study permit who are entering an undergraduate degree program at the University of Alberta from high school on the basis of superior academic achievement (minimum award average of ~95% or equivalent) in Grades 10, 11, and 12. Receipt of funding for the second, third, and fourth years is contingent upon achieving a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a full normal course load at the University of Alberta each year.
Scholastic Distinction (Transfer Citations) for International Students Conditions: Awarded annually to postsecondary students transferring into an undergraduate degree program at the University of Alberta based on superior academic achievement (minimum award average of 95% or equivalent) in Grades 10, 11, and 12 and on coursework completed at the postsecondary level. Receipt of funding for the second, third, and fourth years is contingent upon achieving a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a full normal course load at the University of Alberta each year.
Scholarship Application Deadline: February 15, 2011 for Entrance Citations March 4, 2011 for Transfer Citations students
Undergraduate Scholarships 2011 2012 for American and non-American citizens
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Undergraduate Scholarship Program (UGSP) offers competitive scholarships to students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are committed to careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science health-related research. The program offers:
* Scholarship support * Paid research training at the NIH during the summer * Paid employment and training at the NIH after graduation
Scholarship support
The NIH UGSP will pay up to $20,000 per academic year in tuition, educational expenses, and reasonable living expenses to scholarship recipients. Scholarships are awarded for 1 year, and can be renewed up to 4 years.
research training at the NIH
For each full or partial scholarship year, you are committed to two NIH service obligations. The obligations themselves are benefits of the UGSP-providing you with invaluable research training and experience at the NIH.
1. 10-week Summer Laboratory Experience. After each year of scholarship support, you will train for 10 weeks as a paid summer research employee in an NIH research laboratory. This employment occurs after the receipt of the scholarship award. Each scholar will be assigned to an NIH researcher and an NIH postdoctoral fellow, who will serve as mentors. You will also attend formal seminars and participate in a variety of programs. 2. Employment at the NIH after Graduation. After graduation, you will continue your training as a full-time employee in an NIH research laboratory. You must serve 1 year of full-time employment for each year of scholarship.
scholarship requirementS The NIH Undergraduate Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis to students who show a commitment to pursuing careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science health-related research. The following are the basic requirements:
* U.S. citizen, national, or qualified noncitizen. * Enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a full-time student for the 2010-2011 academic year at an accredited, 4-year undergraduate institution. * 3.5 GPA or higher (on a 4.0 scale) or within the top 5 percent of your class. * From a disadvantaged background. Disadvantaged background means that your financial aid office has certified you as having “exceptional financial need.” (Federal Register, Vol. 75, No. 148, August 3, 2010, pp.45628-45629; See Below) Persons in Family
(Includes only dependents listed on Federal income tax forms) Family Income Level
