Introducing scholarship opportunities
Sunday, 27 July 2008
Oxford and the Rhodes Scholarships
The Rhodes Scholarships, the oldest international fellowships, were initiated after the death of Cecil Rhodes in 1902, and bring outstanding students from many countries around the world to the University of Oxford. The first American Scholars were elected in 1904.
Intellectual distinction is a necessary but not a sufficient condition for election to a Rhodes Scholarship. Selection committees are charged to seek excellence in qualities of mind and in qualities of person which, in combination, offer the promise of effective service to the world in the decades ahead. The Rhodes Scholarships, in short, are investments in individuals rather than in project proposals. Accordingly, applications are sought from talented students without restriction as to their field of academic specialization or career plans although the proposed course of study must be available at Oxford, and the applicant's undergraduate program must provide a sufficient basis for further study in the proposed field. Through the years, Rhodes Scholars have pursued studies in all of the varied fields available at the University of Oxford.
Rhodes Scholars are elected for two years of study at the University of Oxford, with the possibility of renewal for a third year. All educational costs, such as matriculation, tuition, laboratory and certain other fees, are paid on the Scholar's behalf by the Rhodes Trustees. Each Scholar receives in addition a maintenance allowance adequate to meet necessary expenses for term-time and vacations. The Rhodes Trustees cover the necessary costs of travel to and from Oxford, and upon application, may approve additional grants for research purposes or study-related travel.
For more, please visit http://www.rhodesscholar.org/
JASSO International Student Scholarship for Short-term Study in Japan
This scholarship is available for qualified international students accepted by Japanese universities or graduate schools under the student exchange agreement on a short-term basis from about three months to one year.
The applicant must satisfy following conditions:
l MUST hold nationality of countries that have diplomatic relations with Japan.
l DOES NOT hold nationality of Japan.
Japanese universities submit their yearly student exchange plans to JASSO. According to the yearly plan, JASSO will allocate the quota of scholarships to each Japanese university. Within this quota, Japanese universities will recommend their exchange students to JASSO. The student will be notified of the screening results through the Japanese host university.
l Recommendations will not be accepted from universities without any quota of scholarships.
l All applications must be processed through Japanese universities. Direct applications from overseas universities or students will not be accepted.
l Application deadlines for students will differ at each university. The applicant must contact the university to confirm the application schedule and the necessary documents.
For more, please see http://www.jasso.go.jp/scholarship/short_term_e.html
MBA scholarships at London Business School
London Business School has a large portfolio of scholarships currently available to students offered a place on the London Business School MBA. Many of the scholarships have different application procedures - some are awarded solely on consideration of the original MBA application, whilst others require you to submit additional material. If you are interested in being considered for a specific award, please make sure you read the instructions carefully and follow the required procedure.
For more, please visit http://www.london.edu/mba/feesandfinancing/scholarships.html
RSM Fellowships Programme
The Robert S. McNamara Fellowships Programme provides support to young researchers working in academic and research institutions from eligible countries preparing a doctoral thesis. Research grants cover residence costs for a 5 to 10 month period in a renowned university or research center. Fellows are expected to advance their research work mainly by using the facilities and resources provided by the host institution and by interacting with peers.
Only lecturers and researchers from eligible countries working on their doctoral thesis can apply for the fellowship. Candidates should be under 45 years, and have completed any course work or exams required for their doctoral program.
The purpose of the grant is to help fellows advance their doctoral research work through a residency period of five to ten months in a host institution in a country other than their home country or country of residence.
Candidates should be accepted or invited by a host institution which would designate an academic advisor to assist the fellow during his research period. Host institutions should also commit to provide the fellow with basic amenities such as office space and access to a computer, and to facilitate his/her research activities.
The grant amount to be awarded to each fellow will be decided by the Selection Committee. The maximum amount of the grant is US$ 25,000.
For more, please visit www.worldbank.org, then click on 'learning' and then click on 'scholarships'.
JJ/WBGS Programme
In 1987, the World Bank, with funding from the Government of Japan, established the World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (WBGSP) for graduate studies in subjects related to economic development. Each year, the Program awards scholarships to individuals from World Bank member countries to undertake graduate studies at renowned universities throughout member countries of the Bank.
The World Bank administers the Programme through the World Bank Institute (WBI). Policy guidance for the Program is provided by a Steering Committee comprised of three Executive Directors and five senior managers of the Bank. A Secretariat for day-to-day administration is maintained within WBI
For more, please visit www.worldbank.org, then click on 'learning' and then click on 'scholarships'.
Harvard Business School scholarships
Scholarships are available in Harvard Business School in different categories like international women, international students etc. For details, please visit
http://www.hbs.edu/mba/admissions/funding.html
ADB Japan Scholarship
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) - Japan Scholarship Program (JSP) wasestablished in April 1988 with financing from the Government of Japan.It aims to provide an opportunity for well-qualified citizens of ADB's developing member countries to pursue postgraduate studies in economics, management, science and technology, and other development-related fields at participating academic institutions in the Asian and Pacific Region.
Upon completion of their study programs, scholars are expected tocontribute to the economic and social development of their homecountries. The ADB-JSP enrolls about 300 students annually in 20 academic institutions located in 10 countries within the Region.
The ADB-JSP provides full scholarships for one to two years.
Contacts
ADB-Japan Scholarship Program
Office of the Cofinancing Operations
Postal address: P.O. Box 789, 0980 Manila, Philippines
E-mail: adbjsp@adb.org
Fax: + 63 2 636 2444; + 63 2 636 2456
Web site: http://www.adb.org/JSP/default.asp.
The Rhodes Scholarships, the oldest international fellowships, were initiated after the death of Cecil Rhodes in 1902, and bring outstanding students from many countries around the world to the University of Oxford. The first American Scholars were elected in 1904.
Intellectual distinction is a necessary but not a sufficient condition for election to a Rhodes Scholarship. Selection committees are charged to seek excellence in qualities of mind and in qualities of person which, in combination, offer the promise of effective service to the world in the decades ahead. The Rhodes Scholarships, in short, are investments in individuals rather than in project proposals. Accordingly, applications are sought from talented students without restriction as to their field of academic specialization or career plans although the proposed course of study must be available at Oxford, and the applicant's undergraduate program must provide a sufficient basis for further study in the proposed field. Through the years, Rhodes Scholars have pursued studies in all of the varied fields available at the University of Oxford.
Rhodes Scholars are elected for two years of study at the University of Oxford, with the possibility of renewal for a third year. All educational costs, such as matriculation, tuition, laboratory and certain other fees, are paid on the Scholar's behalf by the Rhodes Trustees. Each Scholar receives in addition a maintenance allowance adequate to meet necessary expenses for term-time and vacations. The Rhodes Trustees cover the necessary costs of travel to and from Oxford, and upon application, may approve additional grants for research purposes or study-related travel.
For more, please visit http://www.rhodesscholar.org/
JASSO International Student Scholarship for Short-term Study in Japan
This scholarship is available for qualified international students accepted by Japanese universities or graduate schools under the student exchange agreement on a short-term basis from about three months to one year.
The applicant must satisfy following conditions:
l MUST hold nationality of countries that have diplomatic relations with Japan.
l DOES NOT hold nationality of Japan.
Japanese universities submit their yearly student exchange plans to JASSO. According to the yearly plan, JASSO will allocate the quota of scholarships to each Japanese university. Within this quota, Japanese universities will recommend their exchange students to JASSO. The student will be notified of the screening results through the Japanese host university.
l Recommendations will not be accepted from universities without any quota of scholarships.
l All applications must be processed through Japanese universities. Direct applications from overseas universities or students will not be accepted.
l Application deadlines for students will differ at each university. The applicant must contact the university to confirm the application schedule and the necessary documents.
For more, please see http://www.jasso.go.jp/scholarship/short_term_e.html
MBA scholarships at London Business School
London Business School has a large portfolio of scholarships currently available to students offered a place on the London Business School MBA. Many of the scholarships have different application procedures - some are awarded solely on consideration of the original MBA application, whilst others require you to submit additional material. If you are interested in being considered for a specific award, please make sure you read the instructions carefully and follow the required procedure.
For more, please visit http://www.london.edu/mba/feesandfinancing/scholarships.html
RSM Fellowships Programme
The Robert S. McNamara Fellowships Programme provides support to young researchers working in academic and research institutions from eligible countries preparing a doctoral thesis. Research grants cover residence costs for a 5 to 10 month period in a renowned university or research center. Fellows are expected to advance their research work mainly by using the facilities and resources provided by the host institution and by interacting with peers.
Only lecturers and researchers from eligible countries working on their doctoral thesis can apply for the fellowship. Candidates should be under 45 years, and have completed any course work or exams required for their doctoral program.
The purpose of the grant is to help fellows advance their doctoral research work through a residency period of five to ten months in a host institution in a country other than their home country or country of residence.
Candidates should be accepted or invited by a host institution which would designate an academic advisor to assist the fellow during his research period. Host institutions should also commit to provide the fellow with basic amenities such as office space and access to a computer, and to facilitate his/her research activities.
The grant amount to be awarded to each fellow will be decided by the Selection Committee. The maximum amount of the grant is US$ 25,000.
For more, please visit www.worldbank.org, then click on 'learning' and then click on 'scholarships'.
JJ/WBGS Programme
In 1987, the World Bank, with funding from the Government of Japan, established the World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (WBGSP) for graduate studies in subjects related to economic development. Each year, the Program awards scholarships to individuals from World Bank member countries to undertake graduate studies at renowned universities throughout member countries of the Bank.
The World Bank administers the Programme through the World Bank Institute (WBI). Policy guidance for the Program is provided by a Steering Committee comprised of three Executive Directors and five senior managers of the Bank. A Secretariat for day-to-day administration is maintained within WBI
For more, please visit www.worldbank.org, then click on 'learning' and then click on 'scholarships'.
Harvard Business School scholarships
Scholarships are available in Harvard Business School in different categories like international women, international students etc. For details, please visit
http://www.hbs.edu/mba/admissions/funding.html
ADB Japan Scholarship
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) - Japan Scholarship Program (JSP) wasestablished in April 1988 with financing from the Government of Japan.It aims to provide an opportunity for well-qualified citizens of ADB's developing member countries to pursue postgraduate studies in economics, management, science and technology, and other development-related fields at participating academic institutions in the Asian and Pacific Region.
Upon completion of their study programs, scholars are expected tocontribute to the economic and social development of their homecountries. The ADB-JSP enrolls about 300 students annually in 20 academic institutions located in 10 countries within the Region.
The ADB-JSP provides full scholarships for one to two years.
Contacts
ADB-Japan Scholarship Program
Office of the Cofinancing Operations
Postal address: P.O. Box 789, 0980 Manila, Philippines
E-mail: adbjsp@adb.org
Fax: + 63 2 636 2444; + 63 2 636 2456
Web site: http://www.adb.org/JSP/default.asp.