Undergraduate Scholarships at St. Cloud State University, USA

St. Cloud State University offers in-state tuition for international students via the Academic & Cultural Sharing Scholarship, which saves almost $7000 per year.

Areas of Study:

Accounting

Arts and Culture

Biochemistry

Biotechnology

Business and Management

Chemistry

Communications and Journalism

Computer and Information Sciences

Foreign Languages

Geography

Health Professions

Journalism

Liberal/General Studies

Literature

Management

Marketing

Master of Arts in Teaching

Mathematics

Music

Psychology

Science

Theater

Deadline: May 1(Fall) & December 15(Spring)

Further info: http://www.stcloudstate.edu/internationalstudents/students/scholarships/ACS.asp

Source: http://www.fundingusstudy.org/Listing.asp?MDSID=IIF-1094&AdListingID=852471

Master Scholarships at K.U. Leuven, Belgium

Motivated and talented international students, interested in participating in an international master programme of the Faculty of Science of the K.U.Leuven are invited to apply for a scholarship.

Master Programs eligible for scholarship:

Master of Astronomy and Astrophysics, Master of Biology, Master of Molecular and Cellular Biophysics, Master of Chemistry, Master of Physics, Master of Geology, Master of Geography, Master of Mathematics and the Master of Statistics.

The amount of the scholarship can be up to 8.000 Euro for 1 year. The Board of the Science@Leuven Fund will decide exactly how much a scholarship will be. The scholarship will always cover the tuition fee for 1 year, the insurance and a basic health insurance coverage. The amount awarded for living expenses can vary.

Most master programmes of the Faculty of Science are 2-year programmes. A scholarship for the second master year will be only be continued for students having had outstanding results the first master year.

Requirements

-the applicants have not studied or worked at the University of Leuven before,

-the applicants have a bachelor degree from a foreign university that gives them access to the master programme they are applying for,

-the applicants can prove having had excellent study results during their former training,

-the applicants show strong motivation to follow a master programme at the Faculty of Science of the K.U.Leuven

-the applicants are willing to act as an ambassador for the programme.

Source: http://wet.kuleuven.be/english/scienceatleuvenscholarship

New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships

NZIDRS scholarships include:

-Full tuition fees for three years of full-time doctoral study

-NZ$20,500 per annum living allowance (NZ$1708.33 per month).

-up to NZ$600 annual health insurance allowance

-NZ$2000 (across 3 year tenure) travel allowance. This is intended to be used for conference attendance and field research

-NZ$800 (across 3 year tenure) book and thesis allowance

- NZ$500 one-off establishment allowance. Only to be paid to those students who are travelling to NZ specifically to take up the NZIDRS. No student already located in NZ is eligible to receive this amount.

Deadline: 15 July 2011

Further Info: http://www.newzealandeducated.com/de/en/institutions_courses/scholarships/incoming/international_doctoral_research_scholarships

Seafarers International Research Centre (SIRC) International PhD Scholarships for Developing Countries at Cardiff University, UK

The Seafarers International Research Centre at Cardiff University, with support from The Nippon Foundation, would like to invite applications for a number 4 year scholarships offering exciting opportunities to study for PhD qualifications in maritime-related social science. Based in the UK, these unique fellowships are available to graduates of maritime or social science-related disciplines who have a strong desire to undertake academic research on seafarers and the human related aspects of the maritime sector.

Cardiff University School of Social Sciences is one of the leading centres of social science research in the UK and the Seafarers International Research Centre is internationally recognised for its work on seafarers and seafarer-related issues. Successful candidates will study on a 1-year (ESRC recognised) Social Science Research Methods programme before proceeding to their dissertation. They will have their course fees paid and will receive a generous living/travel allowance.

Applications are welcomed from residents of any country but are particularly encouraged from those living in developing regions, as well as in Asia and Japan. Applicants are expected to hold a good honours degree (usually a 1st or 2.1) in a social science or maritime-related discipline. In addition, all applicants for whom English is a second language will be required to possess a certificate from IELTS with a minimum score of 7 or a TOEFL certificate with a minimum score of 600. Tests of English as a foreign language must have been awarded no more than 2 years prior to the requested entry point to be deemed valid and all tests will be verified by the Academic Registry.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 14 January 2011

Source: http://www.maldivesscholarship.com/2010/12/seafarers-international-research-centre.html

Announcement of scholarship in flood studies by Australian University

The saying that every cloud has a silver lining might seem inappropriate in Pakistan, which is reeling from the worst monsoonal flooding in history.It's a country that relies heavily on agriculture, 50 per cent of its exports are rice and other grains, and the inundation of the Punjab region, the nation's food bowl, prevented nearly all this year's crop of wheat and rice from being planted.

The University of Faisalabad has a century-long history and many programs and student exchanges with the University of Western Australia,Dr Iqrar is the Vice-Chancellor of the Faisalabad University, and says although the flood is very much a disaster, it's also an opportunity.

"This disaster has given us the opportunity to learn things like dealing with disaster management and develop costing models amongst other things," says Dr Iqrar. "We've started working with the CSIRO on remote sensing and we are continuing with our co-projects with the University of Western Australia. "In fact, we are looking at funding a scholarship for a Pakistani student to undertake a PhD in covering the floods."Potatoes crop a number of times a year and have a quick turnaround time from planting to harvest, which would also be very beneficial. "Potato diversification would be a very good idea because the wheat season is short. "And if the land is not ready for that, then in another month we can plant potatoes."

Source: http://www.freshplaza.com/news_detail.asp?id=70608

Scholarships awarded to Pakistanis by UAE University

Dubai, October 20, 2010: The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD)The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD)University of Wollongong in Dubai UOWD UAE Education News Profile Officers has awarded scholarships for academic and sports excellence, amounting to over AED 2.4 million for the Autumn 2010 semester. A total of 70 scholarships were presented to students enrolled in undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
The scholarships, which entitle the recipients from 10% to 100% off on tuition fees (excluding living and other expenses) were presented to new and continuing students by Professor Rob Whelan, President, UOWDUOWD, at a special ceremony held at UOWDUOWD in Dubai Knowledge Village.
Addressing the recipients, Prof. Rob Whelan commented, "Winning scholarships from an institution like UOWDUOWD, which prides itself on the quality of its degree programs, is a true reflection of the high caliber of these students. These scholarships therefore represent recognition of truly outstanding students."
The recipients belonged to ten different nationalities, and included students from Kazakhstan, Canada, India and Pakistan. UOWDUOWD hosts students from almost 100 nationalities.
Shamsiddin Nasritdinov, an Uzbek student in the Master of Science (Logistics), who was awarded a 50% scholarship, said: "I am looking forward to contributing to the development of my country once I finish my degree. This scholarship presents a great opportunity for me to fulfill that wish, as Uzbekistan is one of the partners in a five Central Asian nations' logistics initiative currently under implementation. I have already worked for organizations like the Asian Development Bank and World Trade Organisation in Uzbekistan."
Robert Watts, a third year BBA student from Canada and a volleyball player, was thrilled about his 50% scholarship. "I played for club teams in Canada before joining UOWDUOWD. I practice three times a week, while trying my best to concentrate on my studies. I am really excited to hone my sporting and academic skills in Dubai."
Shawn Frank, a third year Computer Science student, with a consistent record for academic and sports excellence, said, "Mixing sports with education is tough, but I am ready to make sacrifices to satisfy my passion for sports like cricket, table tennis and football, while still retaining my academic levels and excel in software applications."
Chandni Gurnani, a B.Com in Finance student and winner of a continuing scholarship for academic performance, said: "I wish to take up portfolio management in a reputed company, and then do my MBA. I have already done an internship with a brokerage firm in India. This scholarship will motivate me to work even harder."
Hassan Younis, who is doing his Master of Science (Logistics) said, "I think UOWDUOWD is a great place to pursue higher education. I am now looking forward to doing a PhD in green supply chain management."
Sandra Lee, Registrar, and Manager Admissions, UOWDUOWD, introduced the students and urged them to work harder to maintain their high academic standards.

About the University of Wollongong in DubaiEstablished in 1993, UOWDUOWD was the first foreign university in Dubai to be licensed by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research. Located at Dubai Knowledge Village, it boasts 3,600 students representing almost 100 nationalities. It is closely associated with one of Australia's best performing research and teaching Universities, the University of Wollongong, Australia.

Source: http://www.zawya.com/Story.cfm/sidZAWYA20101020114629/UOWD%20awards%20scholarships%20worth%20over%20AED%202.4%20million

Pakistanis awarded Chevening Scholarship

11 Pakistanis get Chevening scholarship

The British Deputy High Commissioner to Pakistan Peter Tibber on Thursday distributed certificates among eleven Pakistani nationals who have been awarded Chevening scholarships for study in the UK.

The British Chevening Scholarship Programme is a dynamic professional development opportunity, designed to identify and support the leaders of next generation across the globe. The scholars will study topics including law and human rights, economics, finance and journalism.

“The Chevening programme is a testament of close ties between the UK and Pakistan in the field of education. I congratulate this year’s Chevening scholars for their remarkable achievement. I believe that both the countries benefit from the sharing of ideas and learning that results from the Chevening programme,” said Peter.

One of the scholars, who is from South Waziristan and will be studying Law and Human Rights under the programme, said “Human rights is a growing social problem in South Waziristan and I hope my studies will help me serve the masses and make themaware them of their fundamental rights.

Source: http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2010\08\27\story_27-8-2010_pg11_11