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Australia Awards Scholarships

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Australian Government 
Bachelors/Masters/PhD Degrees  
Deadline: varies, Feb-April
Study in:  Australia
Course starts 2014  



Brief description:
Australia Awards Scholarships, formerly known as Australian Development Scholarships (ADS), are scholarships for international students who wants to study in Australian Universities. 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. Australia Awards Scholarships are available for vocational education and training courses, undergraduate degrees, postgraduate degrees, and PhD degrees.
Host Institution(s):
Participating Australian higher education institutions and technical colleges
Fields of study:
Study programs must relate to your country’s priority areas for development.  These are listed on the participating country profiles.
Number of Scholarships:
Not specified.
Target group:
You are only eligible for Australia Awards Scholarships if you are a citizen of one of participating countries in Asia, Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East. See the complete list of participating countries.
Scholarship value/inclusions:
The scholarship benefits generally include: full tuition fees, return air travel, establishment allowance, contribution to living expenses (CLE), Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC),  etc.  See the complete list of benefits at the official website (link found below).
Eligibility:
To be eligible to receive a Scholarship, applicants must:
a. be a minimum of 18 years of age at the time of commencing the Scholarship
b. be a citizen of a participating country (as listed on AusAID’s Scholarship website) and be residing in and applying for the Scholarship from their country of citizenship
c. not be married or engaged to or be a de facto of a person who holds, or is eligible to hold, Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency, at any of the application, selection or mobilisation phases or while on-scholarship in Australia
Note: Residents of Cook Islands, Niue and Tokelau with New Zealand citizenship are eligible but must apply for an AusAID 576 student visa.
d. not be current serving military personnel
e. not be applying for another long-term AusAID scholarship unless they have returned to their home country and resided there* for twice the length of the total time that they were in Australia (for example, a previous Scholar who has been on AusAID scholarship/s in Australia for four years will not be eligible to apply for another AusAID scholarship until they have been home for eight years)
f. not hold or have held an Australian Government-funded scholarship (e.g. Endeavour Award) in the preceding two years, at the time of application
g. satisfy any specific criteria established by the applicant’s country and/or government of citizenship
h. be able to satisfy the admission requirements of the institution at which the Scholarship is to be undertaken (this may mean that Post will need to withdraw a Scholarship offer if the recipient cannot satisfy the institution’s admission requirements. This may not be known until Post requests a placement at selected institutions)
i. be able to satisfy all requirements of the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) for an AusAID Student Visa 576 (this may mean that Post will need to withdraw a Scholarship offer if the recipient cannot satisfy the visa requirements)
Application instructions:
Applications are currently closed.
Check the open and close dates for your country, and select your country of citizenship/residency from the list of participating countries for specific information on eligibility, priority areas and how to apply.  Each Country Program has different timelines but deadline falls around Feb-April 2014.
It is important to read the how to apply page and visit the  country specific pages, and the official website (link found below) for detailed and updated information on how to apply for this scholarship.
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ADB-Japan Scholarship Program for Developing Countries in Asia and Pacific

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ADB/Japan Government 
Masters/PhD Degree 
Deadline: varies
Study in:  Asia, Australia, USA
Course starts 2014 



Brief description:
The Asian Development Bank-Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP) aims to provide an opportunity for well-qualified citizens of ADB’s developing member countries to undertake 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 to contribute to the economic and social development of their home countries.
Host Institution(s):
ADB-JSP provides scholarships only to participating academic institutions under the Program.
Field(s) of study:
Programs covered by the ADB-JSP are postgraduate studies in economics, management, health, education, agriculture,  environment, natural resource management, science and technology, and other development-related fields.
Only programs at the 20 participating academic institutions in the Asian and Pacific Regions are eligible for ADB-JSP funding.
Number of Scholarships:
About 300 scholarships are awarded annually.
Target group:
The scholarships are open to citizens of ADB’s developing member countries.
Scholarship value/inclusions:
The ADB-JSP provides full tuition fees, a monthly subsistence and housing allowance, an allowance for books and instructional materials, medical insurance, and travel expenses.
The scholarship is for one year with an extension to the second year of study, as appropriate, which shall be conditional on the scholar maintaining a satisfactory level of performance as determined by the institute.   The maximum duration of scholarship award is two years for masters and doctorate programs.
Eligibility:
1. A national of an ADB borrowing member country (applicants from countries that are no longer borrowing from ADB are not eligible for the ADB-JSP Scholarship).
2. Gained admission to an approved MA/PhD course at an academic institution .
3. A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent with superior academic record.
4. At least two (2) years of full-time professional working experience (acquired after a university degree) at the time of application. Proficiency in oral and written English communication skills to be able to pursue studies.
5. Not more than 35 years old at the time of application. In exceptional cases, for programs which are appropriate for senior officials and managers, the age limit is 45 years old.
6. In good health.
7. Should agree to return to his/her home country after completion of studies under the Program.
8. Executive Directors, Alternate Directors, management and staff of ADB, consultants, and relatives of the aforementioned are not eligible for the Scholarship.
9. Staff of academic institutions are not eligible for the Scholarship.
10. Applicants living or working in a country other than his/her home country are not eligible for scholarships.
11. ADB-JSP does not support applicants who are already enrolled in graduate degree programs.
12. ADB-JSP does not sponsor undergraduate studies, distance learning programs, short-term training, conferences, seminars, thesis writing, and research projects.
Application instructions:
Applicants should request information and application forms from the chosen Academic Institution and should indicate to that Institution that they are applying for admission and that they would like to be considered for the ADB-JSP Scholarship. The completed Institution application form and required documentation, including the ADB-JSP Information Sheet form, should be submitted to the academic institution.
No separate application to ADB is necessary.  Send applications for scholarships at least six months prior to the planned time that you wish to commence studies.   Please refer to thenormal month of intake and deadline of application in the participating academic institutions.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
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Heinrich Boll Scholarships in Germany for International Students

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Heinrich Boll Foundation 
Masters/PhD Degree 
Deadline: 1 Sept/1 Mar (Annual)
Study in:  Germany
Next course starts 2014  



Brief description:
The Heinrich Böll Foundation awards scholarships to international students who gained their university entrance qualification from a school in and outside of Germany who wish to study a Masters or PhD Degree in Germany.
Host Institution(s):
State or state-recognized institution of higher education (university, college or equivalent) in Germany
Field(s) of study:
The scholarships are awarded for all subjects.
Number of Scholarships:
Around 950 scholarships a year divided among Germans and international students.
Target group:
The scholarship program allots scholarships to international students. Special (but not exclusive) focus regions are: Central/Eastern Europe, EU neighbourhood/CIS; Middle East/Northern Africa; transition and newly industrialised countries as well as conflict regions worldwide.
Scholarship value/inclusions:
€750 per month for Masters students and €1000 per month for PhD students.
Eligibility:
By 1 September 2014 interested candidates can apply for:
Please note that an application for the autumn application process is only possible, if you are a German national or foreign students who gained their university entrance qualification in Germany. Interested candidates can apply for:
    • •  undergraduate scholarships
    • •  scholarships for the journalism programme “Medienvielfalt, anders“
    • •  doctoral scholarships
By 1 March 2015 interested candidates can apply for:
    • •  undergraduate scholarship for German and German-educated applicants (Bildungsinländer/innen)
    • •  graduate scholarships for international students
    • •  scholarships for the journalism programme “Medienvielfalt, anders“
    • •  doctoral scholarships for international students
    • •  doctoral scholarships in the focus programme “Transformation Research”
Application instructions:
Applications are not yet open.  The online application portal will open on 15 July 2014 for autumn 2014 and  20 January 2015 for spring 2015.
For details of application requirements and procedures, please consult information sheet A 1-1(“scholarship application for undergraduate and graduate students”, PDF) or A 2-1(“scholarship application for doctoral studies”). These give important information on the formalities of your application and on preconditions and criteria.
Applications must be made online and is done in German language. Application deadlines are normally twice a year: 1 March and 1 September. It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for details on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:
Official Scholarship Website:  http://www.boell.de/scholarships/scholarships.html

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MENA Scholarship Programme (MSP) for Professionals from Middle East and North Africa

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Netherlands Government 
Short Course 
Deadline: varies
Study in:  Netherlands
Course starts 2015 




Brief description:
The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Scholarship Programme (or MSP) offers scholarships to professionals from ten countries. The scholarships can be used for short courses in the Netherlands with a duration between two and twelve weeks.  The programme is funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Host Institution(s):
Dutch Universities and academic institutions.
Field(s) of study:
Eligible short courses offered by Dutch Higher Education Institutions. Contact the Dutch higher education institution that offers that course to find out whether it is eligible for an MSP scholarship.
Target group:
The target group is professionals (with a maximum age of 45) who are nationals of and working in one of the following countries:  Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Oman, Syria, Tunisia.
Scholarship value/inclusions:
An MSP scholarship is a contribution towards the costs of the selected short course and is intended to supplement the salary that the scholarship holder must continue to receive during the study period. The following items are covered: subsistence allowance, tuition fees, visa costs, international travel costs, medical insurance and allowance for study materials.
Eligibility:
Employers must nominate an applicant and motivate his or her application in a supporting letter. You must also meet the eligibility requirements of the short course you are applying for.
Application instructions:
You need to contact the institution that offers the course of your choice to ask for the application procedure. Only the Dutch institution will provide information about the programmes, selection criteria, application procedures and deadlines.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
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Hubert Humphrey Fellowships in USA for International Students

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USA Government 
Non-degree 
Deadline: before 1 Oct (annual)
Study in:  USA
Program starts Apr-Sept 2015 


Brief description:
The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program provides a year of professional enrichment in the United States for experienced professionals from designated countries throughout the world.   The Fellowship provides ten months of non-degree academic study* and related professional experiences in the United States.  Fellows are selected based on their potential for leadership and their commitment to public service in either the public or private sector.
*The Humphrey Program is a non-degree program. Participants may complete academic coursework at their host university to update their academic and professional knowledge in their field, but they do not receive an academic degree as a result of their participation in the Program.
Host Institution(s):
Fellows are placed at one of the participating USA universities.  Fellows are not able to choose which university they will attend. Rather, they are assigned  to the most appropriate host institution based on their area of interest and professional field.
Field of study:
• Agricultural and Rural Development
• Communications/Journalism
• Economic Development
• Educational Administration, Planning and Policy
• Finance and Banking
• Higher Education Administration
• HIV/AIDS Policy and Prevention
• Human Resource Management
• Law and Human Rights
• Natural Resources, Environmental Policy, and Climate Change
• Public Health Policy and Management
•  Public Policy Analysis and Public Administration
•  Substance Abuse Education, Treatment and Prevention
•  Teaching of English as a Foreign Language
•  Technology Policy and Management
•  Trafficking in Persons Policy and Prevention
•  Urban and Regional Planning
Number of Awards:
Approximately 200 Fellowships are awarded annually.
Target group:
Scholarship value/inclusions:
The Fellowship provides for:
•  Payment of tuition and fees at the assigned host university;
•  Pre-academic English language training, if required;
•  A maintenance (living) allowance, including a one-time settling-in allowance;
•  Accident and sickness coverage;
•  A book allowance;
•  A one-time computer subsidy;
•  Air travel (international travel to and from the U.S. for the program and domestic travel to required program events);
•  A Professional Development allowance for professional activities, such as field trips, professional visits and conferences.
Eligibility:
The applicant must have:
•  an undergraduate (first university) degree,
•  a minimum of five years of substantial professional experience,
•  limited or no prior experience in the United States,
•  demonstrated leadership qualities,
•  a record of public service in the community, and
•  strong English skills.
Please contact the U.S. Embassy, Public Affairs Section or Fulbright Commission in your country of residence to learn about possible specific program requirements (link found below).
Application instructions:
The deadlines for applicants vary by country but falls around May to September each year. Please check with the Embassy or Fulbright Commission in your country to learn about the exact deadline for submitting applications.  Embassies and Commissions must submit their nominations to the Institute of International Education office in Washington, DC by 1 October.
Please contact the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy or Bi-national Fulbright Commission in your country for more information about application procedures.   It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Contact information:
Click here for country-specific contact information.  Also see the FAQs.
Website:
Official Scholarship Website:  http://humphreyfellowship.org/

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DAAD Scholarships for Development-Related Postgraduate Courses

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DAAD 
Masters (MS) Degree 
Deadline: 31 July/15 Oct (annual)
Study in:  Germany
Next course starts 2015 


Brief description:
The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) provides scholarships in Germany for international students for a range of postgraduate courses at German Universities which aim at providing academically educated young professionals from developing countries with further specialized studies.
Host Institution(s):
German Universities offering development-related postgraduate courses
Field(s) of Study:
Number of Scholarships:
Limited
Target group:
International students and young professionals from developing countries in Africa, Asia, Pacific Islands, Central and South America and Central and Eastern Europe. (See the DAC List of the OECD)
Scholarship value/inclusions:
Full and partial DAAD scholarships are available.
Eligibility:
• Works either for a public authority or a state or private company in a developing country and, as such, is engaged in the planning and execution of directives and projects with emphasis on development policies having a bearing on technological, economic or social areas
• Holds a Bachelor’s degree (normally four years) in a related subject.
• Has completed an academic degree with far above average results (upper third) and at least two years of related professional experience
• His/her academic degrees should normally not be more than six years old
• For courses in German: DSH 2 or TestDaF 4; at time of application German skills at completed level A2 are required. In addition, German language courses at level A2 or B1 are highly recommended
• For courses in English: IELTS (Band 6) certifi cate or TOEFL (minimum score: 550 paper based, 213 computer based, 80 internet based).
Please also see if you meet the eligibility requirements of the programme you are applying to.
Application instructions:
Applications must be made directly to the university except for Cameroon, Myanmar and Nigeria where applications must be submitted via the German Embassy. Please refer to the respective websites of the Universities for the application procedure, the application deadline, and the documents to be submitted. Deadline varies per University but is usuallyaround October 2014 for most courses while application deadline at the German Embassy is 31 July 2014.
It is important to visit the official website to access the application form and for complete information on how to apply for this scholarship.
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IDB Scholarships for Muslim Communities in Non-Member Countries

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Islamic Development Bank 
Bachelors (BS) Degree 
Deadline: varies, June-Dec
Study in: home country/IDB country
Next course starts 2015 



Brief description:
The Scholarship Programme for Muslim Communities in Non-Member Countries (SPMC) aims to provide educational opportunities for the academically meritorious and financially needy young Muslim students from Muslim communities in non-member countries to pursue undergraduate or first-degree study in a university in their own country or in IDB member countries, in some cases.
Host Institution(s):
Students must get admission or be in the first year at a recognized college or university in their own countries. On exceptional basis and where admissions in professional courses are not possible or not available in any particular country, the IDB assists to place students from these countries in IDB member countries, which have been generous enough to provide places for the IDB students in their universities.
Fields of study:
Medicine, Engineering, Agriculture and other fields related to above disciplines
Number of Awards:
Not specified
Target group:
The scholarships are for Muslims from eligible non-member countries.
Scholarship value/inclusions:
The scholarships are given as interest-free loan to the students but grants to the communities to which they belong. After graduation and gainful employment, all graduates are obliged to repay their loan amount to the community (IDB Local Trusts) for recycling and awarding additional scholarships to the local needy students.
The Programme covers all relevant expenses during students’ study period, including tuition fees, health and living costs as determined by the IDB.
Eligibility:
To be eligible for this scholarship, the student/applicant must be able to meet the following basic criteria:
•  Maximum age of 24 years
• Completed senior secondary / pre-university education with good grades in major science subjects and language of instruction
•  Secured admission in one of the disciplines covered under the Programme at a recognized college or university in their own countries
•  Not in receipt of any other scholarship at the time of application and during studies.
•  Committed and needy Muslim.
•  Recommended by the Counterpart Organization.
Application instructions:
Inquiries can be made and application forms can be obtained from Counterpart Organizationsin beneficiary countries.  The Programme is announced through the Counterpart Organizations and follows a 12-month cycle of academic and logistic activities every year.  Deadline varies but is around June-December each year.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
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SEARCA Graduate Scholarships in Agriculture for Southeast Asians

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SEARCA 
Masters/PhD Degree 
Deadline: 30 July (annual)
Study in:  Southeast Asia
Next course starts 2015 



Brief description:
The Masters (MS)/PhD Scholarship Programme aims to ensure the relevance and responsiveness of Southeast Asia’s agricultural scientists and professionals to global sustainable development issues.
Host Institution(s):
•  Institut Pertanian Bogor (IPB), Bogor, Indonesia
•  Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), Yogyakarta, Indonesia
•  Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Selangor, Malaysia
•  Kasetsart University (KU), Bangkok, Thailand
•  University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB), Laguna, Philippines
•  University of the Philippines Diliman (UPD), Quezon City, Philippines
•  University of the Philippines Visayas (UPV), Iloilo, Philippines
Field(s) of study:
Agriculture and related sciences (including biological sciences, fishery, environmental science, statistics, forestry and social sciences).  The applicant’s topic of research for thesis/dissertation must be in line with any of SEARCA’s priority thrusts, namely: Natural Resources Management and Agricultural Competitiveness.
Number of Awards:
As of school year 2010/2011, SEARCA has granted 1,271 full graduate scholarships, of which 1,106 study programs (468 PhD, 638 MS) had been completed.
Target group:
Open to nationals of Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam
Scholarship value/inclusions:
Covers stipend, tuition, international and domestic travel allowances, thesis/dissertation support, book allowance, and health insurance.
Eligibility:
The SEARCA Graduate Scholarship is open to nationals of Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam who are regular employees of academic, research or government institutions and not more than 35 years old at the time of application.
Application instructions:
Interested parties may submit their accomplished SEARCA Scholarship Application form together with other original application requirements to the Ministries of Education/Higher Education of their respective countries. Applicants must check the deadlines set by the Ministries to receive/accept applications of SEARCA scholarship. These Ministries will then screen and endorse applications to SEARCA by 30 July annually. Applicants may also apply online using the online application form.
It is important to visit the website (found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship and to access the application form.
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