The State Scholarships Foundation (I.K.Y.) - Greece

State Scholarships Foundation
Department of Scholarships
Scholarships for Foreigners

The State Scholarships Foundation (I.K.Y.) grants scholarships for postgraduate or postdoctoral studies in Greece to all foreigners as well as scholarships for the attendance of the Modern Greek Language and Culture.
The programmes for postgraduate/postdoctoral studies are announced around January / February of each year and the scholarships are offered to nationals (foreigners or of Greek origin) from:
a) THE EUROPEAN UNION MEMBER STATES, ICELAND, NORWAY, SWITZERLAND, U.S.A., CANADA, AUSTRALIA, NEW ZEALAND and JAPAN,
b) BALKANS, CENTRAL or EASTERN EUROPE (NON MEMBERS OF THE EUROPEAN UNION), ASIA, AFRICA and LATIN AMERICA.

For the programme for the attendance of seminars of Modern Greek Language and Culture applicants must be nationals of Europe, North and South America, Asia, Africa and Oceania graduated from a Foreign University in Humanities.

There are also scholarships for Greek summer courses at the University of Athens and Thessaloniki.
For further information you may address yourself to:

The University of Athens For the THYESPA programme
THYESPA Secretariat, Department of European and International Relations
30 Panepistimiou Str., 106 79 Athens
Information: Ms. M.Hatzisalata
tel:210-3689705, fax:210-3689720
Internet Site: www.uoa.gr

The Aristotle University of Thessaloniki For the IASON programme.
Rectorate, Secretariat of Literature
540 06 Thessaloniki
Information Mr. D.Fotiadis
tel:2310-995233, fax:2310-995245

“IASON”

Research-Educational Programme of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki for the support and revival of Greek studies in Universities of the Black See Countries

“IASON” Project of A.U.Th. aims at the support of enclaves of Greek studies in sixteen Universities of the Black See Countries. Scholarships for studies in Greece for the Greek Language are awarded only to students of the following partner-Universities:
1. “M. Lomonosov” State University of Moscow (Russia)
2. State University of Saint Petersburg (Russia)
3. “Kuban” State University of Krasnodar (Russia)
4. State University of International Relations of Moscow (Russia)
5. “T. Shevchenko” National University of Kiev (Ukraine)
6. “I. Mechnikov” National University of Odessa (Ukraine)
7. “V. Vernadsky” National Tauric University of Simferopol (Ukraine)
8. “I. Franko” National University of Lviv (Ukraine)
9. National University of Humanities of Mariupol (Ukraine)
10. “I. Javakhishvili” State University of Tbilisi (Georgia)
11. State University of Akhaltsikhe (Georgia)
12. “Sh. Rustaveli” State University of Batumi (Georgia)
13. State University of Yerevan (Armenia)
14. “Al. Cuza” State University of Iasi (Romania)
15. State University of Bucharest (Romania)
16. Moldova State University of Kisinau (Moldavia)

VLIR-UOS scholarship - Belgium

Application and selection procedure

Applicants applying both for academic admission and for a VLIR-UOS scholarship need to consider both the admission requirements and the scholarship criteria.

Applicants applying for academic admission but not for a scholarship, simply need to consider the admission requirements from the host university where the programme is organised.

The host university is in charge of the academic admission of applications. Study results will be taken into consideration during the selection but relevant professional experience and prospects for applying the acquired insights after return to the country are the most important academic selection criteria. The academic admission requirements are specific for every programme. Consult the requirements from the programme you choose at the list of programmes of ITPs and ICPs.

The scholarship selection is carried out by a joint selection commission of VLIR-UOS and the host university. The host university – not the applicant! – forwards the applications for a scholarship to the VLIR-UOS secretariat after the academic admission. The VLIR-UOS scholarship criteria are taken into consideration. These criteria consist of, on the one hand, qualification criteria which need to be fulfilled in any case by all scholarship applicants and, on the other hand, of selection criteria that are evaluated by the selection committee. The VLIR-UOS scholarship criteria can be found in a download at the bottom of this page.

All applicants will receive an acknowledgement of receipt of their application. Applicants, who are accepted both academically and for the scholarship, will be contacted by e-mail by VLIR-UOS and the host university at the latest on 15 March 2009. Applicants who are not selected academically will be informed by the host university. All other applicants will be informed by VLIR-UOS in May 2009.

This is how you apply

1. Choose one ITP or one ICP you wish to apply for. Notice that you can apply for only one ITP or one ICP for the coming academic year, so choose carefully! You cannot increase your chances by trying to apply for more than one programme, as the system will not allow you to apply for more than one programme. Should you try to apply for more than one programme, your data will appear more than once in our central database and all your applications will be inadmissible;

2. Fill in your data in the tool provided on this website, at the bottom of the page that gives more information about the programme you choose to apply for from the list of programmes of ITPs and ICPs;

3. Upon completion of the input of your data, you will automatically receive an e-mail with a link to the correct application form from the host university that is organising the programme you choose;

4. Applications should no longer be sent to the VLIR-UOS Scholarship Office. They should be sent directly to the host university where the programme is organised. Applications sent to VLIR-UOS will not be considered;

5. The application form, together with all required documents (instructions can be found on the application form from the host university), should reach the admission office from the host university where the chosen programme is organised before 1 February 2009;

6. Applications that are incomplete, illegible or that reach the admission office from the host university after the deadline will be automatically rejected.

Source:

http://www.scholarships.vliruos.be/index.php?language=EN&navid;=493&direct;_to=How%20to%20apply

UCLA: Fellowships and Grants for Entering Graduate Students

Most fellowship and grant awards are for one academic year (three terms or two semesters). Entering students may, however, receive offers covering all the years of study through degree attainment. Some federally funded awards provide additional summer coverage. Departmental fellowships and grants are awarded in varying amounts and may include fees and nonresident tuition. Awards are competitive and open to all graduate students. Recipients of fellowships, traineeships and grants must maintain satisfactory progress throughout their tenure. They must be registered and enrolled each quarter for a minimum of 12 units and are expected to devote full-time to study and research.

UCLA seeks to achieve a student body and faculty which is inclusive of individuals from all cultural, linguistic, geographic and socioeconomic backgrounds. Our commitment to academic excellence places a high value on sustaining the diversity of experience and perspective which is critical in promoting lively intellectual exchange and the breadth of new ideas that are essential for creative research and scholarship.

Some of our available fellowship funding (specifically the Eugene V. Cota-Robles Fellowship and Graduate Opportunity Fellowship programs) is intended to help ensure access to graduate study for students who have experienced significant socioeconomic disadvantages or overcome other major educational or physical disadvantages in their pursuit of higher education. All qualified applications will be considered for these fellowships without regard to gender, color, race, ethnicity or national origin.

Graduate Division Fellowships and Programs

Eugene V. Cota-Robles Fellowship

This four-year fellowship program, funded by the University of California Office of the President and the UCLA Graduate Division, supports a limited number of students who are entering PhD programs and are interested in a career in college or university teaching and research. The fellowship currently provides a stipend of $18,000 plus standard registration fees and nonresident tuition (for the first year only) if necessary. During the student's second, third or fourth year, the Graduate Division provides a second year of support in the form of a Graduate Research Mentorship Award upon activation of the award by the student and the department. The student's department is obligated to provide two or more years of equivalent support. Applicants must be nominated by their department/school. Students pursuing MD or DDS degrees are not eligible for this program.

Applicants must be either U.S. citizens or permanent residents and should demonstrate high potential and promise. Individuals from cultural, racial, linguistic, geographic and socioeconomic backgrounds that are currently underrepresented in graduate education are especially encouraged to participate in the program. The intent of this fellowship is to provide access to higher education for students who might otherwise find it difficult or impossible to successfully pursue graduate study. Applicants must complete both the Fellowship Application for Entering Graduate Students and the Diversity Fellowships - Supplemental Application. These forms, along with your Admission Application's Statement of Purpose essay on your contributions to the University's diversity mission, will be reviewed as part of your fellowship application.

Graduate Opportunity Fellowship Program (GOFP)

This one-year fellowship program provides recipients with a $12,500 stipend plus standard registration fees (and nonresident tuition if necessary). The program supports a limited number of entering students pursuing either terminal or professional master's degrees. Students pursuing doctoral degrees (e.g., PhD, MD, DDS, etc.) are not eligible for funding. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Individuals from cultural, racial, linguistic, geographic and socioeconomic backgrounds that are currently underrepresented in graduate education are especially encouraged to apply. The intent of this fellowship is to provide access to higher education for students who might otherwise find it difficult or impossible to successfully pursue graduate study. Applicants must complete both the Fellowship Application for Entering Graduate Students and the Diversity Fellowships - Supplemental Application. These forms, along with your Admission Application's Statement of Purpose essay on your contributions to the University's diversity mission, will be reviewed as part of your fellowship application.

The following programs have special eligibility requirements. If financial need is one of the eligibility criteria, please also submit a copy of your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA, for U.S. citizens or permanent residents) or UCLA Graduate Student Support Financial Statement (for international students).

Karekin Der Avedisian Memorial Endowment Fund	One award (approximately $1,000) for a graduate student whose major is in Armenian Studies, with no restrictions as to sex or citizenship. Applicants may show financial need (via copy of a FAFSA or UCLA Financial Statement submitted at time of application) or outstanding academic ability.
Rose and Sam Gilbert Fellowship	Approximately two awards of up to $10,000 each, from which fees are paid, for graduate students who attended UCLA as undergraduates for at least two years and participated on men's or women's athletic teams (intramural teams are ineligible).
Gordon Hein Memorial Scholarship	Several awards of up to $5,000 each for blind graduate students in any field of study. Awards are made on the basis of the student’s financial need during the fellowship year, academic record and the availability of funds. Applicants must submit verification of their blindness (e.g., letter from a physician or from the Office for Students with Disabilities) and a completed FAFSA or UCLA Financial Statement with the application.
Kasper and Siroon Hovannisian Fellowship	One award of up to $10,000, from which fees are paid, for a graduate student with a focus in Armenian Studies, with preference given to Armenian history. Applicants should provide a statement of their projected plan of study.
Dr. Ursula Mandel Scholarship	align="top" width="70%"> Several awards of up to $15,000 each, from which fees are paid, for graduate students in scientific fields related, allied or of value to the medical field. Applicants must have a doctorate as their degree objective. MD and DDS students are not eligible.
Mangasar M. Mangasarian Scholarship	Several awards of up to $10,000 each, from which fees are paid, for graduate students who are of Armenian descent. Applicants must provide evidence that at least one parent is Armenian. The awards are made on the basis of candidates' academic records and the availability of funds.
Paulson Scholarship Fund	One or more awards of up to $6,000 for graduate students who are from Sweden.
Will Rogers Memorial Fellowship	Several awards of up to $10,000 each, from which fees are paid, for graduate students with physical disabilities in any field of study. Applicants must submit verification of their physical disability (e.g., letter from a physician or from the Office for Students with Disabilities) with the application.
Steven J. Sackler Scholarship	One award of up to $5,000 for an undergraduate or graduate student who had or is experiencing cancer and who can demonstrate financial need for the fellowship year. The student must (1) provide a letter from a physician verifying the condition and (2) submit a completed FAFSA or UCLA Financial Statement. Final selection is made by the Sackler family.
Charles F. Scott Fellowship	Several awards of up to $15,000 each, from which fees are paid, for graduate students with baccalaureates from UCLA; consideration may be given to students with baccalaureates from other UC campuses. Applicants must provide evidence that they are enrolled in a course of study that prepares them for leadership in national, state or local governmental administration.
Werner R. Scott Fund	One or more awards of up to $8,000, from which fees are paid, for Caucasian graduate students who are residents of Hawaii.
Malcolm R. Stacey Memorial Scholarship	Several awards of up to $5,000 each are available for Jewish graduate students in any area of engineering. Amount of award is based on financial need during the fellowship year, as determined by the Financial Aid Office. Applicants should submit a completed FAFSA or UCLA Financial Statement with the application. This program is funded by the University of California Office of the President.
UCLA Competitive Edge	This program is for admitted, entering doctoral students in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) with a strong interest in pursuing a faculty or research position. The objective is to provide awardees with research and professional development experiences to enhance their success in UCLA doctoral STEM programs. Competitive Edge is funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) Alliance for Graduate Education and the Professoriate (AGEP) and provides entering students with six weeks of full-time, faculty-guided research and mentoring, as well as academic and professional workshops. Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and, in accordance with the NSF have backgrounds underrepresented in STEM doctoral programs. For further information visit the UCLA Competitive Edge program.
UCLA Faculty Women's Club Scholarship	The UCLA Faculty Women's Club offers several graduate scholarships (up to $2,500 each). One is for direct descendants (children, step- and adopted children, grandchildren) of UCLA full-time, academic and/or administrative employees or members of the UCLA Faculty Women's Club. Another is designated to go to a UCLA graduate student in the Humanities. A third scholarship may be awarded to a graduate student who is (1) majoring in scientific fields related, allied, or of value to the medical field or (2) attending the David Geffen Medical School at UCLA. Students must have at least a 3.5 GPA to apply. For further information, visit the UCLA Faculty Women's Club website.

For all of the above awards submit the Fellowship Application for Entering Graduate Students and, if applicable, the Diversity Fellowships - Supplemental Application directly to your major department by December 15. Consult your department for exceptions.

Fellowships Offered by Centers & Departments

Foreign Language and Area Studies Fellowship (TITLE VI)	Assists individuals who are undergoing advanced training in modern foreign languages and related area studies. For further information visit the Foreign Language and Area Studies Fellowship page.
Fellowships Offered in Specific Disciplines	Many academic departments and centers at UCLA also offer fellowships. Please contact the department you wish to apply to for information on departmental fellowships.
Nonresident Tuition Fellowships/ Registration Fee Grants	A limited number of fellowships are awarded by departmental recommendation to cover *either* the nonresident tuition or the registration fees and living expenses of graduate students with distinguished academic records. Applicants must be enrolled in a full-time program of study and may not be recipients of awards from federal, state or private foundations that provide tuition coverage. Nonresident tuition fellowships are not available for students financially sponsored by foreign governments. Please contact the department for details.

Teaching and Research Assistantships

source: http://www.gdnet.ucla.edu/asis/entsup/fellgrnt.htm

Postgraduate Research Scholarships@UNSW

The University of New South Wales is one of Australia’s leading international research Universities. UNSW consistently attracts outstanding postgraduate research students from around the world. Our students are an integral part of the UNSW research community. They are supported by world-class researchers and academic supervisors across a diverse range of disciplines with access to state-of-the-art research facilities.

UNSW assists postgraduate research students by providing a wide range of prestigious scholarships. These scholarships range from annual stipends, living allowances and tuition fee costs, to travel scholarships and supplements. Scholarships are available to support current and new postgraduate research students at UNSW.

Please see our latest news below or search and browse for scholarship opportunities using the above tabs.

Discipline Specific and Industry Based Scholarships for S2 2008 & S1 2009

Applications for discipline specific and industry based scholarships and research projects are now open for S1 2009. These scholarships have variable closing dates, please check with the scholarship provider for further details.

UNSW International Research Scholarships for S1 2009

Applications for the wide range of UNSW International Research Scholarships are now closed. Applications for S2 2009 will open inn March 2009.

Source: http://www.iaro.unsw.edu.au/pls/non/scholarships_al.home

Netherlands Fellowship Programme (NFP)

Eligible candidates: prospective students from 57 countries for Master’s degree courses that have particular relevance to the needs in developing countries
Average level of fellowship: 12.000 - 15.000 euros (incl. tuition fees)
Average number of fellowships awarded each year: 6
Application deadline Utrecht University: 1 December 2006
Application deadline scholarship: 1 March 2007
Provided by: Dutch Government/NUFFIC

The Netherlands Fellowship Programme (NFP) offers fellowships to professionals who are citizens of a developing country and who wish to pursue a Master’s degree at Utrecht University. NUFFIC administers the programme on behalf of the Dutch Government. NFP fellowships are only available for a selection of Master's degree courses. Please check the web site mentioned below for a current overview of approved programmes.

Number of scholarships and duration
NFP fellowships are distributed among programmes at all Dutch universities. Approximately 6 fellowships each year are awarded to students applying to Utrecht University. Fellowships are awarded for the duration of the programme. This is normally between 11 and 24 months. NFP fellowships provide students with sufficient funds to cover their essential expenses (i.e. tuition fee, accommodation, living expenses and travel). Students who are awarded a fellowship must undertake to return to their country of origin as soon as the course is finished.

Application procedure
Please visit www.nuffic.nl/nfp for a detailed explanation of the application procedure and selection criteria. These are the steps:

1. Apply for the Master’s programme of your choice at Utrecht University. If you are admitted, you can
2. Obtain an NFP application form from the Dutch Embassy or consulate in your home country or region or from www.nuffic.nl/nfp.
3. Submit your NFP application form, along with the necessary documents, to the Dutch embassy or consulate in your country.
4. NUFFIC selects the candidates, who are notified through the Dutch embassy or consulate.

The deadline for applying to Utrecht University is December 1.
The deadline for submission of the NFP Fellowship application form is March 1.

Information
For general information about the programme, contact:

NUFFIC
Department of International Academic Relations
P.O. Box 29777
2502 LT The Hague
The Netherlands
Phone: + 31 70 4260 236
Email: nfp@nuffic.nl
Internet homepage: http://www.nuffic.nl/nfp

Information and applications:
Dutch embassies and consulates. Further information...

Scholarships opportunites at Utrecht University

There are several possibilities for funding. Utrecht University is fully aware of the financial situation international students face and has therefore set up a scholarship fund of its own. The Dutch Government and other organisations also offer scholarships, fellowships and grants. To help you, we have listed the scholarships that are most often used by international students studying in Utrecht.

Scholarships and fellowships for highly talented students

Student Grants and Loans System (‘studiefinanciering’) from the Dutch government

Scholarships and fellowships restricted by region

Stuned Scholarship Programme – Indonesia
Y.C. Lo Scholarships – Taiwan
Alban Scholarships – Latin America
Federal Financial Aid for American Students (FAFSA, FFEL) – United States
Fulbright/Netherlands America Foundation (NAF) Scholarships – United States (also for Non US students)
Netherlands Fellowship Programme (NFP) – Developing countries

For more scholarship information, please visit www.studyin.nl.

Source: http://www.uu.nl/uupublish/homeuu/homeenglish/studying/financialmatters/grantsandscholar/26897main.html

SCHOLARSHIP FOR POST-GRADUATE STUDIES IN MALAYSIA

The Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) was launched in 1980 to provide technical assistance to other developing countries. The Programme consolidated various forms of technical cooperation in areas where Malaysia has the experience and expertise. Malaysia’s assistance under the MTCP is essentially in the form of training conducted either at Malaysian universities or training institutions. Other forms of assistance include study visits, the services of experts, and the provision of supplies and equipment for socioeconomic projects.

The MTCP Scholarship Award provides opportunities for students to pursue advanced academic study in Malaysia. This scholarship is a Government-to Government scheme without any bond imposed by Malaysia. Scholarships are intended for promising men and women who may be expected to make a significant contribution to their own countries on their return from study abroad.

The Malaysian Government offers up to 40 MTCP Scholarships each year. The scholarship are available for post-graduate studies at Masters and Ph.D level tenable at any Malaysian public university, and are available to citizens of the MTCP participating countries. The duration of the award is 36 to 42 months for Ph.D and between 12 to 24 months for Masters programme.

ELIGIBILTY

The scholarships are open equally to men and women up to 45 years of age at the time of application.
Candidates should be citizens of the MTCP participating countries.
They should, at the time of the application hold a degree or equivalent qualification with at least upper second class honours, (or CGPA 3.0/4.0) for Master’s programme; and hold a Master’s degree with good grades for Ph.D programme.
The candidates must demonstrate verbal, reading and writing proficiency in the English language through one of the following:-

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
Test administered by the International English Language Testing Service (IELTS)

Proven of English Language proficiency is desirable.
Applicants must be in good health, both physically and mentally.

VALUE OF AWARDS
Each scholarship consists of:

a return tickets from recipient’s capital city to Malaysia;
approved tuition fees;
a maintenance allowance at the rate of RM1000.00 per month;
a yearly grant for books and internal travel;
thesis allowance, installation and termination grant; and

No marriage/ family allowance for accompanying spouse or children.

APPLICATION TO THE UNIVERSITY
Application for admission into the university is the responsibility of the candidate and the proof of admission to the university is not a pre-requisite of the award. The Selection Committee for MTCP Scholarship will only consider qualified applicants based on their academics and professional performance. Since most of the universities in Malaysia commence their academic year in May/June, interested applicants are encouraged to apply to the university earlier, even before the results of MTCP Scholarship being announced. The scholarship does not automatically grant a placement in the university. Admission to any programme is by way of application to the university.

Further information can be obtained from:

http://www.epu.jpm.my

The Secretary General
Ministry of Higher Education
Scholarships Division
Parcel E, Precint 1
Federal Government Administrative Centre
62505 , PUTRAJAYA

Telephone : 03-8883 5000
Fax : 03-8889 5141

Emel : bs@mohe.gov.my

Swedish Institute scholarships

Guest Scholarship Program
For master's level studies the Guest Scholarship program is only open to
applicants from ODA countries. For PhD, post-doctoral level and students
of Swedish language and literature the Guest Scholarship Program is open
for applicants from all countries with the exception of the Nordic
countries (Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Iceland and Norway). Students from
Belarus, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Russia and Ukraine should
apply to the Visby Programme.

Swedish-Turkish Program
For citizens of Turkey pursuing master's level or advanced level studies
in Sweden in the field of social sciences and law; such as International
and European Relations, European Affairs, European Law or Human Rights
Law.

Visby Programme
For academic institutions and individuals from Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania
and Poland, Belarus, Ukraine and Russia. Grants are awarded for projects
and for individual scholarships.

Pakistan Overseas Scholarship Scheme
This scholarship program is exclusively open to Pakistani nationals aiming
to pursue master's level and PhD studies in Sweden.

Master in Sweden for East Europe
The program is open to applicants from Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan,
Belarus, Bosnia, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, Kosovo, Macedonia, Moldova,
Montenegro, Serbia, Tajikistan and Ukraine.

More Detail visit:
http://www.studyinsweden.se/templates/cs/Article____10499.aspx

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.

American Rhodes Scholars are selected through a decentralized process by which regional selection committees choose 32 Scholars each year from among those nominated by selection committees in each of the fifty states. Through 2004, applicants from more than 300 American colleges and universities had been selected as Rhodes Scholars. In most years, a Rhodes Scholar is selected from an institution which has not formerly supplied a successful applicant.

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.

Download the entire Brochure.

Source: http://www.rhodesscholar.org/

The Google Europe Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship 2009

Cited from: http://www.google.com/anitaborg-europe/

Dr. Anita Borg (1949-2003) devoted her adult life to revolutionising the way we think about technology and dismantling barriers that keep women and minorities from entering computing and technology fields. Her combination of technical expertise and fearless vision continues to inspire and motivate countless women to become active participants and leaders in creating technology.

As part of Google’s ongoing commitment to furthering Anita’s vision, we are pleased to announce The Google Europe Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship 2009. Through the scholarship, we aim to encourage women to excel in computing and technology, and become active role models and leaders.

Multiple scholarships will be awarded based on the strength of candidates’ academic background and demonstrated leadership. A group of female Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD student finalists will be chosen from the applicant pool. The scholarship recipients, selected from the finalists, will each receive a €5,000 (or equivalent) scholarship for the 2009/2010 academic year.

In June 2009, all finalists will be invited to visit Google’s European Engineering Centre in Zurich for a networking retreat. It will include workshops with a series of speakers, panels, breakout sessions and social activities, and will provide an opportunity for all finalists to meet and share their experiences.

Eligibility requirements

Candidates must:

be a female student entering her final year of a Bachelor’s degree, or enrolled in an a Master’s or PhD programme (or equivalent), in 2009/2010.
be enrolled at a University in Europe. Citizens, permanent residents, and international students are eligible to apply.
be studying Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Informatics, or a closely related technical field.
maintain an excellent academic record (e.g. a First Class Honours degree).

How to apply

Please complete the online application form and submit the requested documentation by 26th January 2009. All application documents must be in English.

All applications will be acknowledged by email. Finalists will be notified in April 2009. Scholarship recipients will be selected from the finalists.

You will be required to submit the following:

Full name
Email address
Address, country, and phone number
Degrees held, universities attended, and expected graduation date
Up-to-date copy of your CV
Answers to the following short essay questions (suggested word count is 400-600 words per question):
1. Describe a significant technical project you have worked on. If you have worked on a major independent research project (such as research for a Master’s or PhD programme), please describe that work here. Give an overview of the problem and your approaches to the key technical challenges. If this was a group effort, be sure to specify your individual role and contributions.
2. Give one or two examples of your leadership abilities. Explain how you were influential and what you were trying to achieve. These need not be demonstrated through formal or traditional leadership roles. Feel free to think broadly and examine the many ways you impact members of your technical community.
3. Suppose someone gave you the funding and resources for a 3- to 12-month project to investigate a technical topic of your choice. Write a short version of a proposal, including a description of the project, your planned methodology, and your expected results. Please pick something other than the project you described for the first question.
Transcripts
- Bachelor’s: A copy of your current academic record.
- Master’s and PhD: A copy of your previous and current academic records.
(Note: You must include documentation explaining the grading criteria at your University.)
Enrollment confirmation for 2009/2010 or confirmation of graduation date
Please include with your application an official enrollment confirmation or a confirmation of your graduation date issued by an official authority of the university e.g. your departmental administrator or a professor.
Recommendation letters
Two strong referral letters from individuals who are qualified to evaluate your academic and leadership accomplishments, preferably on official letterhead. Please print and give the following recommendation overview to your two referrers. It includes a description of the scholarship and suggested focal points for your letter of recommendation.

For specific questions not answered on this page or in the FAQ section, please e-mail anitaborgscholars.europe@google.com. The subject field of your email must include “Anita Borg Question”.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Cited from: http://www.google.com/anitaborg-europe/

Government of Canada Awards Program

Awards available to foreign students for graduate study/research in Canada

The Government of Canada offers different types of awards to citizens of various countries, as part of the Government of Canada Awards Program (GCA). These scholarships are tenable at recognized public Canadian institutions and affiliated research institutes only.

The Government of Canada Awards Program (GCA) is designed to provide opportunities for students of foreign countries to pursue research and studies in Canada.

The Government of Canada Awards Program is funded by Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada (DFAIT) which also determines the number of scholarships available each year. The agency responsible for financial and administrative matters is the Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE).

Awards available under this program include:

Graduate Students' Exchange Program (GSEP) Awards available to citizens enrolled full-time in selected countries for research in Canada (including the Canada-Chile Leadership Exchange Scholarships and the Canada-Caribbean Community Leadership Scholarships)

The current competition is open to

CARICOM countries ONLY:

Haiti, Suriname

IMPORTANT: The Canadian institution

must apply on behalf of the student

College and Undergraduate Students' Exchange Program (CUSEP) Available to citizens enrolled full-time in selected countries for study in Canada (including the Canada-Chile Leadership Exchange Scholarships and the Canada-Caribbean Community Leadership Scholarships)

The current competition is open to

CARICOM countries ONLY:

Haiti, Suriname

IMPORTANT: The Canadian institution must apply on behalf of the student

Post-Doctoral Research Fellowships (PDRF) Awards available to pursue research at the Post-Doctoral Level in Canada

Eligible countries include:

Brazil, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Norway, Russia, South Korea and Switzerland

Government of Canada Awards Program - Mexico Awards available to Mexican citizens for graduate study/research in Canada

The Government of Canada Awards Program is undergoing changes. The new program is designed to support the Government's strategy in various regions with an approach more targeted to the thematic priorities for Canadian policy and to increase aid effectiveness.

The objective is to increase development impact in human capacity building through sustainable bilateral and institutional relationships within various fields by 1) contributing towards increase of exchanges between Canadian post-secondary institutions and regional counterparts and 2
) providing foreign graduate students with the opportunity to have access to academic mentors and academic research networks in Canada. These new programs replace former Master’s and Doctoral awards.

List of Canadian Universities

Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship Program

Awards available to students from other Commonwealth countries for graduate study in Canada

The Government of Canada offers scholarships as part of the Commonwealth Scholarship Plan (CSP). These scholarships are tenable at recognized public Canadian institutions and affiliated research institutes only.

The Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship Program (CCSP) is designed to provide opportunities for students of other Commonwealth countries to pursue research and studies in Canada.

The Scholarships are intended for men and women of high intellectual promise who may be expected to make a significant contribution to their own countries on their return from study in Canada.

The Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship Program is funded by Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada (DFAIT) which also determines the number of scholarships available each year. The agency responsible for financial and administrative matters is the Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE).

Awards available under this program include:

Graduate Students' Exchange Program (GSEP) Awards available to citizens enrolled full-time in selected countries for research in Canada (including the Canada-Caribbean Community Leadership Scholarships)

The current competition is open to

CARICOM countries ONLY:

Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, Montserrat, Saint Kitts, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad & Tobago, Turks & Caicos

Note: The Canadian institution must apply on behalf of the student

College and Undergraduate Students' Exchange Program (CUSEP) Available to citizens enrolled full-time in selected countries for study in Canada (including the Canada-Caribbean Community Leadership Scholarships)

The current competition is open to

CARICOM countries ONLY:

Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, Montserrat, Saint Kitt’s, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad & Tobago, Turks & Caicos

IMPORTANT: The Canadian institution must apply on behalf of the student

Post-Doctoral Research Fellowships (PDRF) Awards available to Post-Doctoral Level students to pursue research in Canada

Eligible countries:

United Kingdom and New Zealand

The Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship Plan is undergoing changes. The new program is designed to support the Government's strategy in various regions with an approach more targeted to the thematic priorities for Canadian policy and to increase aid effectiveness.

The objective is to increase development impact in human capacity building through sustainable bilateral and institutional relationships within various fields by 1) contributing towards increase of exchanges between Canadian post-secondary institutions and regional counterparts and 2) providing foreign graduate st
udents with the opportunity to have access to academic mentors and academic research networks in Canada. These new programs replace former Master’s and Doctoral awards.

List of Commonwealth Scholarship Agencies

More detai, visit : http://www.scholarships.gc.ca/csp_nc/CARICOMnc_csp-en.html

Scholarships Opportunities in Monash University - Australia

Scholarships

Three categories of scholarships are available - those offered by Monash University, those offered by the Australian Government, and those offered by other organisations.

It is a good idea to examine all scholarships on offer in order to see what you could be eligible for.

Monash University scholarships

Australian Government scholarships

Scholarships offered by other organisations

Scholarships for current students

Monash University scholarships for current students

International Scholarships Opportunities at Axford University- UK

A limited number of awards are available for overseas students who obtain a place for undergraduate study in October 2009, details of which are given below. Details of scholarships for overseas students offered by colleges or departments of the University may be obtained directly from the colleges or departments, or by using Oxford’s Funding Search – available online.

To be considered for any of these awards, you must first apply to Oxford using the application procedure (see How to apply). There are separate applications forms for the scholarships, which you can apply for between January and February 2009. Further information for each scheme can be found below.

Dulverton scholarships

A small number of full and partial Dulverton Scholarships will be available for students of outstanding academic merit and financial need. The scheme is open to students from Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Georgia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia and Ukraine. The Scholarships are valid for all undergraduate subjects.