Category: Scholarship Opportunities

This scholarship is offered by the University of Sydney and it is a Masters/PhD Degree. It is in Australia and starts in 2019.  Applicants have no deadline since they are taken all year round.

How to Apply:

Persons who are interested in this research program and scholarship must be guided by the official website  here . 

Brief description:

The scholarship is offered by The University of Sydney and it is mainly for candidates who would want to partake in their research program, which is  a Postgraduate Research Degree or Master’s by Research program. The scholarship is for the University of Sydney International Research Scholarship (USydIS), whose main aim is to ensure that quality candidates are accepted into the University and the research conduit in the University is kept at a higher standard.

Host Institution(s):

University of Sydney in Australia

Level/Fields of study:

Postgraduate Research Degree or Master’s by Research program in all research disciplines (but would depend on Faculty)

Number of Awards:

Not specified.

Target group:

International students commencing in both the March (Research Period 2) and July (Research Period 3).

Scholarship value/inclusions/duration:

The USydIS will cover tuition fees and living allowance for up to three years with a possibility of one semester’s extension for PhD students.

Eligibility:

To be eligible for the USydIS, you must:

• Be an international student commencing full time enrolment in a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) at this University. Students may also be considered up until they have consumed a maximum of six months of course candidature.
• Be a student undertaking study in a subject area identified by the University as within the areas of its current and emerging research strengths.
• Not hold a research qualification regarded to be equivalent to an Australian Research Doctorate degree, or, if undertaking a Research Master’s degree, not hold a research qualification regarded to be equivalent to or higher than an Australian Research Master’s degree.
• Not have held an Australia Award scholarship within two years prior to commencing the RTP Fee Scholarship.
• Not be receiving a scholarship for which course tuition is a component under any other scholarship scheme to which the Australian Government makes a substantial contribution.
• Not previously have received an RTP Fee Scholarship, unless the previous scholarship was for a Master by Research degree that you have completed and you are now applying for a doctorate research degree.
• Not have previously considered for the scholarship up to 3 times within the last 5 years.

Application instructions:

To be admitted into the program, applicants must send an application for the research degree program. Once the applicant has been admitted into the program, the applicants is then allowed to apply for the scholarship. It is worth knowing that scholarships are considered for  both the March (Research Period 2) and July (Research Period 3).

 

Germany has the biggest economy in Europe and when it comes to study, it is called the  LAND of IDEAS. Their education is of high quality and almost free; no tuition to no tuition public schools. Their Visa interview play a key role in getting visa to the country. Below are some of questions one should look out for:

These questions point out the following matters:

• Decision on following studies in Germany
• Knowledge about Germany
• Information about future studies in Germany
• Current academic and skills level
• Current and future financial status
• Common information about the study field
• Accommodation in Germany
• Relationships with people living in Germany/Europe
• Holidays and semester-break
• Plans of the future

Let us try if you we can help with some Answered German student visa Interview questions

First area is about your Decision on following studies in Germany

• Why do you want to study in Germany?

Answer: Education in Germany is not only high quality but also practice oriented, which means that it is not a surprise if one makes a decision to study there. In fact, Germany is one of the top 3 destinations for students. Studies are often low tuition and there is a high level of security, the richness of the culture/history and diversity.

• Why this city?

Answer: Emphasis on this answer should be on the school and not the city. If possible answer that you made a decision to go to that school and it happens to be in that city. Even more, show that you are interested in the city as well by mentioning some of the tourist attraction areas there.

• Why did you choose this course? Is it relevant to your previous study?

Answer: It is always better if the program is in your area of previous study but if it is not, nothing stops you from explaining why you decided on that particular program. It could be the high ranking nature of the program and quality of the program as well as the orientation (practice) of the course. In other cases, alumni or your own research online.

• Why did you choose this university and how did you find about it?

Answer: Apart from the choice of program, one has to explain the choice of school; why that particular University was chosen. It could be that DAAD website has information and that is where you saw it or it was through your own research. It is even better if the university has a connection to your home university.

• Isn’t this course offered by any university or college in your country?

Answer: It is important to note that the practice-oriented nature of Studies in Germany comes to play when asked this question. Draw the difference between the course structure and quality in your country and that of Germany.

• Which are the other universities you have applied to?

Answer: In case you did apply in another university in Germany, you must let them know. Explain that you are contented you have been accepted for studies by the current university and you are excited to start the enrollment in studies.

• Who motivated you to go Germany?

Answer: Let them know you have been constantly supported by your family, friend, or partner during the entire journey since the beginning and it continues so far. Name the person which mostly motivated to chase your overseas studies in Germany.

• Why do you want to study in Germany and not in Canada or the USA?

Answer: Germany competes with other countries as of first-class quality, practice-oriented and internationally-oriented study programs, but also as of the low-cost or no-cost studies. You might answer that studying in Germany is more affordable and feasible compared to in Canada or USA.

• Can you tell me some facts about your university?

Answer: Make a summary of the university activity including who was the founder, in which year was founded, which are main study fields, number of students/yearly, number of graduates/every year, number of departments, number of innovations and laureates, internship programs, type of courses offered, course structure, how many international-oriented programs, research programs, and so on.

 

Over the years, Canada has been the  top destination for students despite the fact the scholarship opportunities have been limited. Of course compared to the U.S and Europe, Canada may have fewer scholarship opportunities but it is a great destination for several reasons. In this article, we shall list the various scholarships available for International Students.

How to Apply for Canadian Scholarships for International Students

1. Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships

The University of Toronto runs the Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship Program with the hope of tapping into exceptionally creative students who need the necessary help to excel in leadership and academics.  The scholarship will cover tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support for four years.

2. Humber College International Entrance Scholarships

There are both partial and full scholarships available via Humber.  With excellent scores in SATs or GRE, the opportunities are limitless.

3. York University International Student Scholarship Program

York University attempts to give back to the society by arranging scholarships for students with amazing academic record. Once admitted into York, students are eligible for scholarships worth $60,000 – $100,000 for a four-year degree program.

4. University of British Columbia Scholarships for International Students

Over $10m is devoted by UBC in the form of academic scholarships and assistance every year.

5. Carleton University Entrance Scholarships for International Students

Carleton offers partial scholarships worth $4,000 – $16,000 to exemplary students who meet the admission average criteria of 80% and above.

6. Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships

The Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships (Vanier CGS) was created to attract and retain world-class doctoral students and to establish Canada as a global centre of excellence in research and higher learning. The scholarships are towards a doctoral degree (or combined MA/PhD or MD/PhD) at participating Canadian Universities. The scholarship is worth $50,000 per year for three years.

7. University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowships

The University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowships (UMGF) are merit-based awards that are open to students of any nationality who will be registered as full-time graduate students (Masters or Ph.D.) at the University of Manitoba. The fellowships are valued at $18,000 for PhD students, or $14,000 for Master’s students for a 12-month period.

8. Pierre Elliot Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarships

The scholarships are open to foreign nationals (with a preference for candidates from the developing world) who are applying to a doctoral program in the social sciences and humanities or registered full-time in the first or second year of such a program at a Canadian university. Its annual value is up to $60,000 per scholar for a maximum of three years.

9. University of Waterloo International Master’s and Doctoral Student Awards

Eligible full-time international students starting a research-based master’s program or PhD program will receive an International Student Award valued at $2,045 per term for 2 years (Master’s) or $4,090 per term for 3 years (PhD).University of Calgary offers a wide range of full and partial scholarships for international students. Scholarship value range from $1,000 to $40,000 and covers different fields of study

Education in Germany at the Tertiary level and particularly post graduate, is free at almost all public Universities. This is a fact and for most people, it is easier because some of the courses are taught in English. Briefly in this write up, we shall address the whole truth about this seeming scholarship in Germany.

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First of all, tuition free in Germany means TUITION FREE and nothing more/less. This means that you are not required to pay for TUITION FEES during your study if the school and program are under the scope of tuition free.

The average tuition fee for a  two year post graduate program hovers between 25,000 euro and 40,000 euro. To have that scraped off means that you have no reason to not go to Deutschland to school/study.

How to Apply:

Language under this tuition free study in Germany is important. The fact that it  is Germany does not mean that all the languages are in Deutsche. No!!! Some of the programs under the tuition free study/scholarship in Germany are in English.

This means that if you have enough proof that you can speak and write in English and are qualified for the program, you will get in.

Even so, if an individual has at least C1 in Deutsche proficiency, the programs he can apply to are endless. Our advice is to learn the language and apply!! If one insists on NOT learning the language, there are still opportunities.

The trick that scares people with this ‘Scholarship”

German government knows that she is giving you over 40,000 euro in knowledge and all she requires is to proof that for the period of your study, you can take care of yourself.

One is expected to deposit at least 8,640uro into a blocked Germany account before beginning his study. This money is for YOU!!! not the German Government. Every month, the student will be given 720euro of that money. The government has calculated that is what the average student needs so the money makes sure you do not become a burden on the government.

This write up has addressed most of the concerns. We will work on  Chapter 2 based on questions that arise from this.

 

 

Funding education is very difficult these days; even more difficult when one is a minority. On this page, we have enlisted some of the important items one must take into consideration when trying to find a scholarship. It is worth noting that these tips are to aid only.

How to Apply:

1. The Finance Aid Office of the University/School

Finance Aid Office are experienced people that provide needs of students as and when they need them. Talking to them about your options is the first step in securing a scholarship. Almost all colleges have Finance Aid office so it should not be difficult to find them. Sometimes you just need to pick a form and apply for the scholarship.

2. Your State/Region/City Grant Agency

Education has become so important that most cities and states have grant agencies which aid people i their education. These agencies are either government sponsored, state sponsored or individual donations. Find them and tap into their resources for your educational needs.

3. Your Employer or your Parents’ Employer

Employers know that the most valuable resource is the human resource. As such, more often, they give grants to ensure that their human resource is educated and has the best to build their companies. In some cases, talking to your parents’ employers may help since they are also invested in your well-being.

4. Ethnicity Based Organisation

In this day and age, minorities have grants that are given to them by their ethnic groups. These scholarships allow for good people in the ethnicity to tap into their resources to ensure the continued growth of the ethnic group.

5. Professional Organisations

There are several organisations for several professions. If you belong to any, talk to them about your options and develop it from there. Most of them offer assistance in various forms; monetary, recommendations.