EXAMINATION DATE
ENTRANCE EXAM INTO NIGERIAN MILITARY SCHOOL COMES UP ON SATURDAY ,15 MAY 2010 BY 0800HR .
CANDIDATES SHOULD COME ALONG WITH THEIR WRITING MATERIALS AND PHOTOCARD.
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Australian Leadership Scholarships for International Students (Nigerians)
Applications for the 2011 intake open on 10 March 2010
and close on 30 June 2010
Eligibility criteria for ALA Scholarships
Nationality You must be a citizen of one of these countries, and not hold or be married/engaged to someone who holds Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency (except for nationals of Niue, Tokelau and Cook Islands who also have NZ citizenship)
Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Kiribati, Laos, Maldives, Marshall Islands, Mongolia, Nauru, Nepal, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Viet Nam, Wallis & Futuna
About the Scholarships
The ALA program comprises ALA Scholarships and ALA Fellowships. These awards are for leaders or those who have potential for leadership roles that can influence social and economic reform, both in their own countries and in the Asia-Pacific region.
ALA Scholarships are for study at Masters or Doctorate level in an Australian university. Study programs must relate to a priority development area: disability, economic growth, education, environment, food security, gender, governance, health, human rights, infrastructure, regional stability, rural development, water and sanitation. ALA scholars also undertake a Leadership Development Program in Australia.
As ALA Scholarships are an investment in the future of the Asia-Pacific region, ALA scholars are required to return to their home country or the region for two years after they have completed their studies in Australia.
Selection for ALA Scholarships is competitive, based on leadership qualities, academic excellence and potential impact on return home. To be eligible to apply, you must meet the following criterias:
* How to apply for an ALA Scholarship
* Participating institutions
* ALA Scholarships—Documents
* Frequently asked questions
Current residence
You must be residing in a country other than Australia and applying from outside Australia
Previous scholarships
You must not have held a scholarship to study outside your home country in the 24 months preceding the application closing date. For example: the application closing date is 30 June 2010. You would meet this requirement if you arrived home from your overseas study on 30 June 2008.
English proficiency
You must have acceptable results from one of these English language proficiency tests, gained no longer than 24 months prior to the opening date of the Scholarship application period.
* an IELTS Academic Test with a score of at least 6.5 (with no band less than 6), or
* a TOEFL paper-based test score of at least 580, or
* a TOEFL computer-based test score of at least 237, or
* a TOEFL internet-based score of at least 92.
University offer
You must have an unconditional offer for a postgraduate course (either Masters or Doctorate) starting in the year for which you are applying for a scholarship, to be undertaken full-time at an Australian campus of one of the participating institutions.
Click to see the Participating Universities
LETS MAKE HAY WHILE SUN SHINES!!!
and close on 30 June 2010
Eligibility criteria for ALA Scholarships
Nationality You must be a citizen of one of these countries, and not hold or be married/engaged to someone who holds Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency (except for nationals of Niue, Tokelau and Cook Islands who also have NZ citizenship)
Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Kiribati, Laos, Maldives, Marshall Islands, Mongolia, Nauru, Nepal, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Viet Nam, Wallis & Futuna
About the Scholarships
The ALA program comprises ALA Scholarships and ALA Fellowships. These awards are for leaders or those who have potential for leadership roles that can influence social and economic reform, both in their own countries and in the Asia-Pacific region.
ALA Scholarships are for study at Masters or Doctorate level in an Australian university. Study programs must relate to a priority development area: disability, economic growth, education, environment, food security, gender, governance, health, human rights, infrastructure, regional stability, rural development, water and sanitation. ALA scholars also undertake a Leadership Development Program in Australia.
As ALA Scholarships are an investment in the future of the Asia-Pacific region, ALA scholars are required to return to their home country or the region for two years after they have completed their studies in Australia.
Selection for ALA Scholarships is competitive, based on leadership qualities, academic excellence and potential impact on return home. To be eligible to apply, you must meet the following criterias:
* How to apply for an ALA Scholarship
* Participating institutions
* ALA Scholarships—Documents
* Frequently asked questions
Current residence
You must be residing in a country other than Australia and applying from outside Australia
Previous scholarships
You must not have held a scholarship to study outside your home country in the 24 months preceding the application closing date. For example: the application closing date is 30 June 2010. You would meet this requirement if you arrived home from your overseas study on 30 June 2008.
English proficiency
You must have acceptable results from one of these English language proficiency tests, gained no longer than 24 months prior to the opening date of the Scholarship application period.
* an IELTS Academic Test with a score of at least 6.5 (with no band less than 6), or
* a TOEFL paper-based test score of at least 580, or
* a TOEFL computer-based test score of at least 237, or
* a TOEFL internet-based score of at least 92.
University offer
You must have an unconditional offer for a postgraduate course (either Masters or Doctorate) starting in the year for which you are applying for a scholarship, to be undertaken full-time at an Australian campus of one of the participating institutions.
Click to see the Participating Universities
LETS MAKE HAY WHILE SUN SHINES!!!
International Ibsen Scholarships 2010 in Norway.
Scholarship funds amount to NOK 1.000.000, – (approx. Euro 125.000,-/US Dollars 150.000,-) will be awarded to Ibsen-related projects worldwide.
The International Ibsen Scholarships were initiated by the Norwegian government and will be awarded for the third time in 2010. We solicit relevant applications, from projects throughout the world.
The scholarships are meant to act as incentives for critical discourse in regards to existential and society-related subject matters concerning Henrik Ibsen, and are applicable to individuals, organizations and institutions within the artistic and cultural communities. The applications are subject to scrutiny by an appointed jury.
Previous years, projects from Asia, North-America, Europe, Africa and Australia have received scholarships.
The presentation of the scholarships is staged in Ibsen’s birth town, Skien in Norway in September 2010 and coincides with Skien International Ibsen Conference.
The application deadline for The International Ibsen Scholarships is April 15th, 2010.
Download form at Application Form
For more details visit FURTHER INFORMATIONS
The International Ibsen Scholarships were initiated by the Norwegian government and will be awarded for the third time in 2010. We solicit relevant applications, from projects throughout the world.
The scholarships are meant to act as incentives for critical discourse in regards to existential and society-related subject matters concerning Henrik Ibsen, and are applicable to individuals, organizations and institutions within the artistic and cultural communities. The applications are subject to scrutiny by an appointed jury.
Previous years, projects from Asia, North-America, Europe, Africa and Australia have received scholarships.
The presentation of the scholarships is staged in Ibsen’s birth town, Skien in Norway in September 2010 and coincides with Skien International Ibsen Conference.
The application deadline for The International Ibsen Scholarships is April 15th, 2010.
Download form at Application Form
For more details visit FURTHER INFORMATIONS
International Scholarship for Students with Disabilities. Powered by Google.
Multiple scholarships will be awarded based on the strength of candidates’ academic performance and demonstrated passion for computer science. A group of Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD students will be chosen from the applicant pool. Applications will be reviewed by a committee of researchers and engineers. The scholarship recipients will each receive a € 7,000 (or equivalent) scholarship for the 2010/2011 academic year.
In June 2010, all scholarship recipients will be invited to visit Google’s Engineering Centre in Zurich for an all-expenses-paid networking retreat. It will include workshops with a series of speakers, panels, breakout sessions and social activities, and will provide an opportunity to meet and share experiences.
Eligibility requirements
Candidates must be:
• A student entering the final year of a Bachelor’s degree, or enrolled in a Master’s or PhD programme (or equivalent), in 2010/2011.
• Enrolled at a University in Europe. Citizens, permanent residents, and international students with disabilities studying at a University in Europe are eligible to apply.
• Studying Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Informatics, or a closely related technical field.
• A person with a disability. The term persons with disabilities is used to apply to all persons with disabilities including those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual or sensory impairments which, in interaction with various barriers may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others.
How to apply
Please complete the online application and submit all requested documents by 15th March 2010. All application documents must be in English. Students may be invited for a phone interview following the initial review. We provide other interview opportunities for students who cannot use phones.
For more information, please visit http://www.google.com/studentswithdisabilities-europe
Good luck!
In June 2010, all scholarship recipients will be invited to visit Google’s Engineering Centre in Zurich for an all-expenses-paid networking retreat. It will include workshops with a series of speakers, panels, breakout sessions and social activities, and will provide an opportunity to meet and share experiences.
Eligibility requirements
Candidates must be:
• A student entering the final year of a Bachelor’s degree, or enrolled in a Master’s or PhD programme (or equivalent), in 2010/2011.
• Enrolled at a University in Europe. Citizens, permanent residents, and international students with disabilities studying at a University in Europe are eligible to apply.
• Studying Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Informatics, or a closely related technical field.
• A person with a disability. The term persons with disabilities is used to apply to all persons with disabilities including those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual or sensory impairments which, in interaction with various barriers may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others.
How to apply
Please complete the online application and submit all requested documents by 15th March 2010. All application documents must be in English. Students may be invited for a phone interview following the initial review. We provide other interview opportunities for students who cannot use phones.
For more information, please visit http://www.google.com/studentswithdisabilities-europe
Good luck!
Scholarship from Nigerian Agip Oil Company Limited
Nigerian Agip Oil Company Limited
(operator of the NNPC/NAOC/Phillips Joint Venture)
2009/2010 TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS SCHEME.
Nigerian Agip Oil Company Limited (NAOC) Joint Venture in pursuance of its Community Development Programme invites suitably qualified candidates for its 2009/2010 Tertiary Institutions Scholarship Awards Scheme.
1. CATEGORIES OF AWARDS.
* Host Communities Merit Award -For applicants strictly from Bayelsa, Delta, Imo and Rivers State.
* National Merit Award -For applicants from all parts of Nigeria.
2. ELIGIBILITY.
To qualify for the consideration, applicants must be:
• Registered FULL TIME undergraduates in Nigerian tertiary Institutions.
• Certified 100 level students.
Note: The following categories of students should NOT apply:
• 200 level students and above.
• Current beneficiaries of similar awards from other companies/agencies.
• Dependants of employees of NAOC, AENR and NAE.
Only indigenes of NAOC host communities should apply for Host Merit Award.
Only candidates studying Engineering and Medicine are eligible to apply for the National Merit Award.
3. JAMB SCORE.
Candidates for the National Merit Award should be students that obtained 275 marks and above in the admission examination exercise conducted by JAMB.
Note: This restriction in score those not apply for the Host Communities Merit Awards-only the National Merit Award.
4. METHOD OF APPLICATION.
To qualify the applicant must submit an application with ALL of the following information STRICTLY in this order on one (1) sheet of A4 paper:
a. Surname j. Home Town/Community
b. Other names k. LGA
c. Sex l. State of Origin
d. JAMB Result Score m. Personal Telephone Number
e. Evidence of Admission n. Personal Email address
f. Year of Study o. Permanent Address (NOT P.O.Box)
g. Institution p. Preferred Test Centre
h. Course of Study q. Two recent passport photographs
i. Matriculation Number
All applicants for Host Communities Merit Award must attach current (2009/2010) Letters of Identification duly signed by:
• the current 2009 Chairman and Secretary of his/her CDC
• bona-fide traditional/paramount ruler of the community and
• the current 2009 Local Government Chairman or the Secretary.
5. APTITUDE TEST
An aptitude test for the applicants in both categories of award will be conducted at the following centers:
a. Port Harcourt b. Omoku c. Yenagoa d. Asaba e. Lagos f. Owerri g. Abuja
6. SUBMISSION
All applications must reach our office not later than March 31st,2010.
Address:
The General Manager, Public Affairs, The Public Affairs Division Manager
Nigerian Agip Oil Company Limited, Nigerian Agip Oil Company Limited,
Plot 23, Engineering Close, New Base,
Victoria Island, Mile 4, Ikwerre Road,
P.O.Box 1286, P.O.Box 923,
Lagos. Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
PLEASE indicate relevant category as follows:
HOST MERIT (NAOC CDP AWARDS 2009)
OR
NATIONAL MERIT (NAOC CDP AWARDS 2009)
(operator of the NNPC/NAOC/Phillips Joint Venture)
2009/2010 TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS SCHEME.
Nigerian Agip Oil Company Limited (NAOC) Joint Venture in pursuance of its Community Development Programme invites suitably qualified candidates for its 2009/2010 Tertiary Institutions Scholarship Awards Scheme.
1. CATEGORIES OF AWARDS.
* Host Communities Merit Award -For applicants strictly from Bayelsa, Delta, Imo and Rivers State.
* National Merit Award -For applicants from all parts of Nigeria.
2. ELIGIBILITY.
To qualify for the consideration, applicants must be:
• Registered FULL TIME undergraduates in Nigerian tertiary Institutions.
• Certified 100 level students.
Note: The following categories of students should NOT apply:
• 200 level students and above.
• Current beneficiaries of similar awards from other companies/agencies.
• Dependants of employees of NAOC, AENR and NAE.
Only indigenes of NAOC host communities should apply for Host Merit Award.
Only candidates studying Engineering and Medicine are eligible to apply for the National Merit Award.
3. JAMB SCORE.
Candidates for the National Merit Award should be students that obtained 275 marks and above in the admission examination exercise conducted by JAMB.
Note: This restriction in score those not apply for the Host Communities Merit Awards-only the National Merit Award.
4. METHOD OF APPLICATION.
To qualify the applicant must submit an application with ALL of the following information STRICTLY in this order on one (1) sheet of A4 paper:
a. Surname j. Home Town/Community
b. Other names k. LGA
c. Sex l. State of Origin
d. JAMB Result Score m. Personal Telephone Number
e. Evidence of Admission n. Personal Email address
f. Year of Study o. Permanent Address (NOT P.O.Box)
g. Institution p. Preferred Test Centre
h. Course of Study q. Two recent passport photographs
i. Matriculation Number
All applicants for Host Communities Merit Award must attach current (2009/2010) Letters of Identification duly signed by:
• the current 2009 Chairman and Secretary of his/her CDC
• bona-fide traditional/paramount ruler of the community and
• the current 2009 Local Government Chairman or the Secretary.
5. APTITUDE TEST
An aptitude test for the applicants in both categories of award will be conducted at the following centers:
a. Port Harcourt b. Omoku c. Yenagoa d. Asaba e. Lagos f. Owerri g. Abuja
6. SUBMISSION
All applications must reach our office not later than March 31st,2010.
Address:
The General Manager, Public Affairs, The Public Affairs Division Manager
Nigerian Agip Oil Company Limited, Nigerian Agip Oil Company Limited,
Plot 23, Engineering Close, New Base,
Victoria Island, Mile 4, Ikwerre Road,
P.O.Box 1286, P.O.Box 923,
Lagos. Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
PLEASE indicate relevant category as follows:
HOST MERIT (NAOC CDP AWARDS 2009)
OR
NATIONAL MERIT (NAOC CDP AWARDS 2009)
GUIDE ON APPLY FOR Post Graduate SCHOLARSHIPS.
In today’s world employers receive about 200-500 applications for each scholarship opening. They just received a bunch of dates and numbers and little personal information of candidates. Therefore is it very difficult to judge a potential candidate without having interview and personal discussion. But calling for interview is expansive and it’s not possible to call every candidate for the Interview. Therefore it is very important that your scholarship application should stand out exceptionally in the crowd and get selected for the next stage. Scholarship-Positions.com is trying to provide helpful tips about how to apply for scholarships.
Watch out for scholarship scams:
Each year many students and parents are defrauded by scholarship scams. Never pay for a scholarship search. There is never a good reason to pay for a scholarship search. The information you will need is available for free.
Get full scholarship information:
Each scholarship has its own application procedure. It is important to read the materials carefully and to understand what information is requested. Make sure you get as much information about the scholarship as possible. Write, call or e-mail the provider of the scholarship to ensure you have full details of application procedures and what will be expected of the successful applicant. If the scholarship entails a particular project, find out the full objectives and intended methodology of the project. If the scholarship is being funded by a private enterprise, gather as much information as you can about the company, its philosophy and its goals. You can never have too much information. Carefully typed applications make the best impression.
Eligibility:
Apply only for those scholarships for which you are eligible.
It is highly doubtful that you will be awarded if you are not eligible for a scholarship. Check thoroughly to ensure that you are actually eligible for the scholarship before you embark on the application process. It is pointless to submit an application, no matter how perfect it may be, for a scholarship for which you are ineligible. Check for any gender, age, nationality, indigenous or other special group restrictions on applications and only apply if you definitely match the eligibility criteria. If in doubt, check first.
Things to consider before applying for scholarship:
People who will judge your application don’t know you.
They will just get a bunch of dates and numbers and little personal information. Even grades might be difficult to judge for them if they don’t know how they compare to those of other students in your local education system. Therefore, try to make as much of the more “personal” information as possible including your academic transcripts (but quality, not quantity!).
Take your time to write about “research experience” and “scientific interests”. Provide adequate reasoning as to why you want to do a study particular course and state your motivation in your own words. Marketing yourself is the key for a successful application.
But don’t overdo it!
It is interesting to see applications from potential Nobel-prize candidates wishing to start a Masters/PhD thesis, but not even big leaders will buy this. After all, people don’t expect you to know everything before you have even started your PhD. What most group leaders are looking for are smart and open young people who show some enthusiasm for science and research or any other area you are applying for scholarships.
Prepare a resume/CV:
Some scholarship applications will ask for your resume or CV. If you worked previously, list your experiences, but don’t sweat it if you don’t have much (or any!) work experience-many students don’t. Use your resume/CV to point out any awards and honors you’ve received, community service you’ve been involved with, and activities you’ve participated in.
Activities and Honors:
List all relevant activities and honors, but be selective. If you have more activities than can fit in the space provided do not include the ones that are not significant; the two days you spent last spring on a community clean-up day, for instance.
Read the criteria for selection carefully to understand what the reviewers are looking for.
For instance, the Presidential Scholarship looks for applicants who can show “leadership experience with [an] outstanding extracurricular record,” so include your volunteer and community service activities, emphasizing those in which you took a leadership role.
Most importantly, your activities should represent your varied talents and passions outside the class room. The reviewers are trying to get a sense of who you are and what you believe in. Make sure your activities reflect that.
Carefully choose your referees. Make sure the referee knows you well enough (e.g. from undergraduate work in his lab, multiple lectures, seminars, etc.) to give an opinion about you and write something on your behalf. This may be better than trying to get a letter from a “big fish” who might have seen your face but doesn’t know much about you and thus doesn’t need to have an interest in providing you with a good reference.
The ideal letter of recommendation: Your letters of recommendations should come from teachers or academic advisors who are familiar not only with your academic abilities, but with your personal interests and background and how those relate to your ability to carry out the program of study you wish to pursue. If the teacher or academic advisor is familiar with your extracurricular activities and leadership abilities, s/he should also incorporate that into the letter.
The letters should address the qualifications sought. Recommenders should address only those elements of your application on which they can comment confidently.
How to ask for a letter of recommendation: Start early. Discuss your plans with your recommenders now, before the application is even available. Let them know what you would like to study and why you want to apply for the scholarship. These discussions can help you clarify your goals and plans as well.
As soon as you have the application forms (applications for Incoming Freshmen Scholarships are available at your high school counselor’s office, the Office of Recruitment Services and the Scholarship Office around early October), schedule a meeting with your recommender. Give your recommender a written description of the scholarship and a copy of your personal statement and proposed academic program. You may also want to provide a copy of your transcript and an autobiography or resume highlighting activities and honors. You should also give your recommenders appropriately addressed envelopes with postage, if necessary. Be sure to also give them plenty of time to write the letter, do not wait until the last minute.
You may also want to remind the recommender that it should include your full name with middle initial. You would be surprised on how many include only the first name of the student within the body of the letter.
The Personal Statement: The Statement of Purpose (often called “letter of intent” or “application essay” by various educational institutions) is one of the most important components of your application process. This document provides the admissions committee with information that allows them to become more acquainted with who you are; what you want to study at graduate school and why; experiences you have in the field; and what you plan on doing with the degree once you have mastered it. A statement of Purpose also serves as a writing sample and interview.
The following section is an excerpt from the Yale University Undergraduate career Services’ publication entitled Applying for Fellowships.
“The personal statement presents an opportunity for you to speak about yourself. Your essay should show that you have ideas and opinions, are able to think logically, and can express yourself clearly, with economy and elegance.
Clear writing is the result of clear thinking. The first and most important task is to decide what you want to say. This is a short essay. You must be highly selective. Consider carefully what you wish to impress upon the reader. Remember the nature of your audience. It is composed of people who are probably as intelligent as you are, well educated, and vastly experienced in this work. Do not try to fool or second guess your reader; you will seem silly if you do. Do not write in a cute, coy, or gimmicky style: selection committees have heard it all already. Do show that you have thought deeply and broadly about what you have learned in your academic career and what you hope to learn next.
When you have written a first draft, start the work of refining, simplifying, and polishing. Do you say exactly what you mean? Is any section, sentence, or word superfluous, ambiguous, or awkward?
Are your verbs strong and active? Have you removed unneeded qualifiers? Are you sure that each accomplishment and interest you mention supports one of your main ideas? Do not apologize. Do not misrepresent yourself. You are writing as an adult who wishes to join the community of scholars and other professionals. You must write as a peer and potential member of such a community.
Correctness and style are vital. Neatness counts. Check and check again your spelling, the agreement of verbs and persons, syntax. Your thoroughness demonstrates that you have learned and mastered this art and that your future teachers and colleagues will not be troubled with sloppy thinking or writing.
Ask several individuals whose judgment you respect to read and criticize a draft of your essay. Possible reviewers include faculty members, writing tutors, and friends who can assess how well your essay represents you.”
Transcripts: If the application requires a transcript from all the schools you have attended, request this information as soon as possible. Whether you e-mail, fax, or call in your requests, mail a letter as a backup. Some schools charge a nominal fee for official transcripts. After a few weeks have passed, call the schools to ensure that the transcripts have been sent to the proper address. If by chance you have to hand-deliver a transcript, do not tamper with the seal – this may render the transcript invalid.
Proofread Your Application Carefully:
Use your computer’s spelling and grammar check features. Let someone else (parent, teacher, or friend) read and evaluate your application, another set of eyes always helps.
Niaja Shall Be Great!!!
Watch out for scholarship scams:
Each year many students and parents are defrauded by scholarship scams. Never pay for a scholarship search. There is never a good reason to pay for a scholarship search. The information you will need is available for free.
Get full scholarship information:
Each scholarship has its own application procedure. It is important to read the materials carefully and to understand what information is requested. Make sure you get as much information about the scholarship as possible. Write, call or e-mail the provider of the scholarship to ensure you have full details of application procedures and what will be expected of the successful applicant. If the scholarship entails a particular project, find out the full objectives and intended methodology of the project. If the scholarship is being funded by a private enterprise, gather as much information as you can about the company, its philosophy and its goals. You can never have too much information. Carefully typed applications make the best impression.
Eligibility:
Apply only for those scholarships for which you are eligible.
It is highly doubtful that you will be awarded if you are not eligible for a scholarship. Check thoroughly to ensure that you are actually eligible for the scholarship before you embark on the application process. It is pointless to submit an application, no matter how perfect it may be, for a scholarship for which you are ineligible. Check for any gender, age, nationality, indigenous or other special group restrictions on applications and only apply if you definitely match the eligibility criteria. If in doubt, check first.
Things to consider before applying for scholarship:
People who will judge your application don’t know you.
They will just get a bunch of dates and numbers and little personal information. Even grades might be difficult to judge for them if they don’t know how they compare to those of other students in your local education system. Therefore, try to make as much of the more “personal” information as possible including your academic transcripts (but quality, not quantity!).
Take your time to write about “research experience” and “scientific interests”. Provide adequate reasoning as to why you want to do a study particular course and state your motivation in your own words. Marketing yourself is the key for a successful application.
But don’t overdo it!
It is interesting to see applications from potential Nobel-prize candidates wishing to start a Masters/PhD thesis, but not even big leaders will buy this. After all, people don’t expect you to know everything before you have even started your PhD. What most group leaders are looking for are smart and open young people who show some enthusiasm for science and research or any other area you are applying for scholarships.
Prepare a resume/CV:
Some scholarship applications will ask for your resume or CV. If you worked previously, list your experiences, but don’t sweat it if you don’t have much (or any!) work experience-many students don’t. Use your resume/CV to point out any awards and honors you’ve received, community service you’ve been involved with, and activities you’ve participated in.
Activities and Honors:
List all relevant activities and honors, but be selective. If you have more activities than can fit in the space provided do not include the ones that are not significant; the two days you spent last spring on a community clean-up day, for instance.
Read the criteria for selection carefully to understand what the reviewers are looking for.
For instance, the Presidential Scholarship looks for applicants who can show “leadership experience with [an] outstanding extracurricular record,” so include your volunteer and community service activities, emphasizing those in which you took a leadership role.
Most importantly, your activities should represent your varied talents and passions outside the class room. The reviewers are trying to get a sense of who you are and what you believe in. Make sure your activities reflect that.
Carefully choose your referees. Make sure the referee knows you well enough (e.g. from undergraduate work in his lab, multiple lectures, seminars, etc.) to give an opinion about you and write something on your behalf. This may be better than trying to get a letter from a “big fish” who might have seen your face but doesn’t know much about you and thus doesn’t need to have an interest in providing you with a good reference.
The ideal letter of recommendation: Your letters of recommendations should come from teachers or academic advisors who are familiar not only with your academic abilities, but with your personal interests and background and how those relate to your ability to carry out the program of study you wish to pursue. If the teacher or academic advisor is familiar with your extracurricular activities and leadership abilities, s/he should also incorporate that into the letter.
The letters should address the qualifications sought. Recommenders should address only those elements of your application on which they can comment confidently.
How to ask for a letter of recommendation: Start early. Discuss your plans with your recommenders now, before the application is even available. Let them know what you would like to study and why you want to apply for the scholarship. These discussions can help you clarify your goals and plans as well.
As soon as you have the application forms (applications for Incoming Freshmen Scholarships are available at your high school counselor’s office, the Office of Recruitment Services and the Scholarship Office around early October), schedule a meeting with your recommender. Give your recommender a written description of the scholarship and a copy of your personal statement and proposed academic program. You may also want to provide a copy of your transcript and an autobiography or resume highlighting activities and honors. You should also give your recommenders appropriately addressed envelopes with postage, if necessary. Be sure to also give them plenty of time to write the letter, do not wait until the last minute.
You may also want to remind the recommender that it should include your full name with middle initial. You would be surprised on how many include only the first name of the student within the body of the letter.
The Personal Statement: The Statement of Purpose (often called “letter of intent” or “application essay” by various educational institutions) is one of the most important components of your application process. This document provides the admissions committee with information that allows them to become more acquainted with who you are; what you want to study at graduate school and why; experiences you have in the field; and what you plan on doing with the degree once you have mastered it. A statement of Purpose also serves as a writing sample and interview.
The following section is an excerpt from the Yale University Undergraduate career Services’ publication entitled Applying for Fellowships.
“The personal statement presents an opportunity for you to speak about yourself. Your essay should show that you have ideas and opinions, are able to think logically, and can express yourself clearly, with economy and elegance.
Clear writing is the result of clear thinking. The first and most important task is to decide what you want to say. This is a short essay. You must be highly selective. Consider carefully what you wish to impress upon the reader. Remember the nature of your audience. It is composed of people who are probably as intelligent as you are, well educated, and vastly experienced in this work. Do not try to fool or second guess your reader; you will seem silly if you do. Do not write in a cute, coy, or gimmicky style: selection committees have heard it all already. Do show that you have thought deeply and broadly about what you have learned in your academic career and what you hope to learn next.
When you have written a first draft, start the work of refining, simplifying, and polishing. Do you say exactly what you mean? Is any section, sentence, or word superfluous, ambiguous, or awkward?
Are your verbs strong and active? Have you removed unneeded qualifiers? Are you sure that each accomplishment and interest you mention supports one of your main ideas? Do not apologize. Do not misrepresent yourself. You are writing as an adult who wishes to join the community of scholars and other professionals. You must write as a peer and potential member of such a community.
Correctness and style are vital. Neatness counts. Check and check again your spelling, the agreement of verbs and persons, syntax. Your thoroughness demonstrates that you have learned and mastered this art and that your future teachers and colleagues will not be troubled with sloppy thinking or writing.
Ask several individuals whose judgment you respect to read and criticize a draft of your essay. Possible reviewers include faculty members, writing tutors, and friends who can assess how well your essay represents you.”
Transcripts: If the application requires a transcript from all the schools you have attended, request this information as soon as possible. Whether you e-mail, fax, or call in your requests, mail a letter as a backup. Some schools charge a nominal fee for official transcripts. After a few weeks have passed, call the schools to ensure that the transcripts have been sent to the proper address. If by chance you have to hand-deliver a transcript, do not tamper with the seal – this may render the transcript invalid.
Proofread Your Application Carefully:
Use your computer’s spelling and grammar check features. Let someone else (parent, teacher, or friend) read and evaluate your application, another set of eyes always helps.
Niaja Shall Be Great!!!
World Bank Scholarship for 2010. Apply now.
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.
Now in its 23d year, the Regular Program has awarded 3,153 scholarships, selected from 58,944 applicants. In addition, 1,226 scholarships have been awarded in the various JJ/WBGSP Partnership Programs for a total of 4,379 awards.
The objective of the Scholarship and Fellowship Programs is to help create an international community of highly-trained professionals working in the field of economic and social development. The community will actively participate in the capacity building efforts in the developing countries.
Eligibility.
To apply for a JJ/WBGSP scholarship under the Regular Program, an applicant must:
* Be a national of a World Bank member country eligible to borrow.
* Be born after March 31, 1970.
* Have, by March 31, 2010, at least 2, preferably 4 to 5, years of recent full time professional experience acquired after a university degree, in the applicant’s home country or in another developing country.
* Hold a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent.
* Be in good health.
* Be of good character.
* Not be a permanent resident or a national of any industrialized country.
* Not be residing in an industrialized country for more than one year.
* Not be an Executive Director, his/her alternate, staff of the World Bank Group (the World Bank, International Finance Corporation, International Development Association, Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency, and International Center for Settlement of Investment Disputes), consultant, or relative of the aforementioned.
Please note that applicants are encouraged to seek admissions in institutions listed in the website under Preferred Universities 2010-2011.
Paper copies of completed applications and all required supporting documents should be sent to:
The World Bank
Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
1818 H Street, NW – MSN J2-204
Washington, DC 20433
USA
Further Scholarship Information and Application
The application together with ALL supporting documentation must be received in the Scholarship Program Office by the deadline of March 31, 2010.
LINKS:
Application Guidelines
Preferred Universities in 2010-2011
How to Apply
Now in its 23d year, the Regular Program has awarded 3,153 scholarships, selected from 58,944 applicants. In addition, 1,226 scholarships have been awarded in the various JJ/WBGSP Partnership Programs for a total of 4,379 awards.
The objective of the Scholarship and Fellowship Programs is to help create an international community of highly-trained professionals working in the field of economic and social development. The community will actively participate in the capacity building efforts in the developing countries.
Eligibility.
To apply for a JJ/WBGSP scholarship under the Regular Program, an applicant must:
* Be a national of a World Bank member country eligible to borrow.
* Be born after March 31, 1970.
* Have, by March 31, 2010, at least 2, preferably 4 to 5, years of recent full time professional experience acquired after a university degree, in the applicant’s home country or in another developing country.
* Hold a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent.
* Be in good health.
* Be of good character.
* Not be a permanent resident or a national of any industrialized country.
* Not be residing in an industrialized country for more than one year.
* Not be an Executive Director, his/her alternate, staff of the World Bank Group (the World Bank, International Finance Corporation, International Development Association, Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency, and International Center for Settlement of Investment Disputes), consultant, or relative of the aforementioned.
Please note that applicants are encouraged to seek admissions in institutions listed in the website under Preferred Universities 2010-2011.
Paper copies of completed applications and all required supporting documents should be sent to:
The World Bank
Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
1818 H Street, NW – MSN J2-204
Washington, DC 20433
USA
Further Scholarship Information and Application
The application together with ALL supporting documentation must be received in the Scholarship Program Office by the deadline of March 31, 2010.
LINKS:
Application Guidelines
Preferred Universities in 2010-2011
How to Apply
PTDF Scholarship Exam Date fixed.
The Petroleum Trust Development FUnd application has come and gone.
A total of 10,100 people filled the online form while 700 bought the form offline. The application has been processed and a date has been fixed for the exam.
Date: 8th March 2010
Venue: In all states of the country (check your email).
For materials for revision, contact me on 08038590219 or email me at etukudoblogs@hotmail.co.uk for the PAST QUESTION PAPER.
Good luck.
A total of 10,100 people filled the online form while 700 bought the form offline. The application has been processed and a date has been fixed for the exam.
Date: 8th March 2010
Venue: In all states of the country (check your email).
For materials for revision, contact me on 08038590219 or email me at etukudoblogs@hotmail.co.uk for the PAST QUESTION PAPER.
Good luck.
MTN Nigeria Scholarship List Of Successful Candidates 2010/2011 Released.
MTN Foundation is pleased to announce the names of the successful candidates to receive the MTNF Science & Technology Scholarship award for 2010/2011 academic year.
The following Students will be awarded Scholarships of N200,000.00 (Two hundred thousand Naira) each to cover tuition and book allowances for one academic year.
Please click your region to view if you are one of the succesful candidates:
* Northen Region
* Western Region
* Eastern Region
Bursaries will be presented to successful candidates at different award ceremonies to be held at the following venues:
* Bridge Waters, Okpara Avenue, Enugu on Friday, 19th February, 2010 at 10am for outstanding students from higher institutions in the Eastern Region
* Ahmadu Bello University, Kontagora Square, Zaria on Monday, 22nd February, 2010 at 10am for outstanding students from higher institutions in the Northern Region
* University of Lagos, Multi-purpose Hall, Akoka on Wednesday, 24th February, 2010 at 10am for outstanding students from higher institutions in the Western Region
The scholarship award is subject to a final verification process. As such, candidates whose names appear above are advised to come to the venue with a valid student identity card, as well as another form of identification such as a valid Driver’s license/ National ID or International Passport.
Kindly be informed that invitation for the ceremony is extended to ONLY the successful candidate and his/her parent.
The following Students will be awarded Scholarships of N200,000.00 (Two hundred thousand Naira) each to cover tuition and book allowances for one academic year.
Please click your region to view if you are one of the succesful candidates:
* Northen Region
* Western Region
* Eastern Region
Bursaries will be presented to successful candidates at different award ceremonies to be held at the following venues:
* Bridge Waters, Okpara Avenue, Enugu on Friday, 19th February, 2010 at 10am for outstanding students from higher institutions in the Eastern Region
* Ahmadu Bello University, Kontagora Square, Zaria on Monday, 22nd February, 2010 at 10am for outstanding students from higher institutions in the Northern Region
* University of Lagos, Multi-purpose Hall, Akoka on Wednesday, 24th February, 2010 at 10am for outstanding students from higher institutions in the Western Region
The scholarship award is subject to a final verification process. As such, candidates whose names appear above are advised to come to the venue with a valid student identity card, as well as another form of identification such as a valid Driver’s license/ National ID or International Passport.
Kindly be informed that invitation for the ceremony is extended to ONLY the successful candidate and his/her parent.
UK EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPS PROGRAMME. New
Applications are invited for the following Scholarships for Nigerians available to individuals interested in studying in the United Kingdom.
Course includes:
1. Degree Foundation in Business, Accounting, IT or Computing.
Type of Scholarship: Full Scholarship.
2. Pre-Masters/Post –Graduate in Business.
Type of Scholarship: Full Scholarship.
3. BA (Hons) in Business or Accounting. Fee: 6,000 GBP
4. BSc in Computing. Fee: 4,000 GBP
5. *Masters in Business Administration, MBA. Fee: 2,500 GBP
6. Other Degrees and Masters. Fee: 1,500 – 4,500 GBP
For an Application form, email- info@cxiglobal.com or visit www.cxiglobal.com.
For further details, call 07025452835, +447709290997, 07026383126.
Courtesy of Career Excel UK, Lagos State, Nigeria.
*GreenScholarships highly recommend that Nigerians wishing to study for a Masters degree in any course in the UK should apply for the Commonwealth DFID Shared Scholarship to fund their studies.
Course includes:
1. Degree Foundation in Business, Accounting, IT or Computing.
Type of Scholarship: Full Scholarship.
2. Pre-Masters/Post –Graduate in Business.
Type of Scholarship: Full Scholarship.
3. BA (Hons) in Business or Accounting. Fee: 6,000 GBP
4. BSc in Computing. Fee: 4,000 GBP
5. *Masters in Business Administration, MBA. Fee: 2,500 GBP
6. Other Degrees and Masters. Fee: 1,500 – 4,500 GBP
For an Application form, email- info@cxiglobal.com or visit www.cxiglobal.com.
For further details, call 07025452835, +447709290997, 07026383126.
Courtesy of Career Excel UK, Lagos State, Nigeria.
*GreenScholarships highly recommend that Nigerians wishing to study for a Masters degree in any course in the UK should apply for the Commonwealth DFID Shared Scholarship to fund their studies.
