Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) Program in Canada, 2017

Applications are invited for Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) Program from Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident, or Protected Person and international students who are studying in Ontario with a student study permit. The value of scholarship is $5,000 per term up to a maximum of $15,000 per academic year.

The Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) Program provides funding to students in graduate studies at the master’s and doctoral levels. It’s a merit-based scholarship, with awards available to graduate students attending participating schools in Ontario in all disciplines of academic study.

The OGS program is jointly funded by the Province of Ontario and the university awarding the scholarship. Ontario contributes two-thirds of the value of the award and the university provides one-third. This year, Ontario provided about $30 million towards these scholarships and participating schools provided $15 million.

Course Level: Scholarships are available to graduate students (master’s or doctoral levels) attending participating schools (Brock University; Carleton University; University of Guelph; Lakehead University; Laurentian University; McMaster University; Nipissing University: OCAD University; University of Ontario Institute of Technology; University of Ottawa; Queen’s University; Ryerson University; University of Toronto; Trent University; University of Waterloo; Western University; Wilfrid Laurier University; University of Windsor and York University) in Ontario.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded in all disciplines of academic study.

Scholarship Award: OGS awards are based on the number of terms your consecutive studies within an academic year:

$10,000 for 2 consecutive terms of study

$15,000 for 3 consecutive terms of study

Scholarship can be taken in Canada

Eligibility: To be considered for an OGS, a student must be:

A Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident, or Protected Person [under subsection 95(2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protections Act (Canada)] at the time of the OGS application deadline date.

International students who are studying in Ontario with a student study permit under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada) are eligible for the allotted international student award.

Enrolled or plan to enrol in a full-time program of study at participating schools for the 2016-2017 academic year that leads to a graduate degree and is approved for operating grant purposes by the ministry.

Enrolled in 60% or more of a full course load, or 40% or more for students with permanent disabilities.

Nationality: Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident, or Protected Person and international students who are studying in Ontario with a student study permit are eligible to apply.

College Admission Requirement

Eligibility Requirements: Students must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for this scholarship:

Students must be in graduate studies in the master’s or doctoral level

Students must be enrolled in a full-time program for 2 or more terms (21 to 52 weeks in total) for the academic you’re submitting your application.

Canada Scholarships

How to Apply: Each participating school has its own unique OGS application.

Application Deadline: Application, document and review details for this scholarship vary by school. Check with your school’s Graduate Studies Office for deadline information.

Scholarship Link

Eiffel Scholarships for International Students in France, 2017-2018

The French Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs offers Eiffel scholarships for international students annually. These scholarships are awarded for pursuing a master degree at French host higher education institutions and a PhD through a thesis joint supervision or co-tutorship with a foreign higher education institution partner.

It helps to shape the future foreign decision-makers of the private and public sectors, in priority areas of study, and encourages applications from emerging countries at master’s level, and from emerging and industrialized countries at PhD level.

The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Programme was established by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Development to enable French higher education establishments to attract top foreign students to enrol in their master’s and PhD courses.

When pre-selecting non-French-speaking candidates, establishments must make sure that their language skills meet the requirements of the relevant course of study.

Course Level: French higher education establishments nominating candidates for the Eiffel Programme undertake to enrol them: – either in a master’s degree course; – or in a PhD programme, under joint supervision or dual enrolment, in partnership with a foreign higher education establishment.

Study Subject(s): Eiffel scholarships are available in three main fields:

Engineering science at master’s level, science in the broadest sense at PhD level (engineering science; exact sciences: mathematics, physics, chemistry and life sciences, nano- and biotechnology, earth sciences, sciences of the universe, environmental sciences, information and communication science and technology);

Economics and management;

Law and political sciences.

Scholarship Award: 

Master’s level: The Eiffel scholarship includes a monthly allowance of €1,181 (a maintenance allowance of €1,031 and a monthly stipend of €150). In addition, the following expenses are directly covered:

One international return journey;

Social security cover;

Cultural activities

Scholarship holders may also receive an additional housing allowance, under certain conditions.

PhD level: The Eiffel scholarship includes a monthly allowance of €1,400. In addition, the following expenses are directly covered:

One international return journey (for students in law or political sciences who may make several trips, only one return journey shall be covered); –

Social security cover;

Cultural activities

Scholarship holders may also receive an additional housing allowance, under certain conditions.

Scholarship can be taken in France

Eligibility:

Nationality: this programme is reserved for candidates of non-French nationality. Candidates with two nationalities, one of which is French, are not eligible.

Age: for master’s courses, candidates must be no older than 30 on the date of the selection committee meeting, 6th of March 2017; at PhD level, candidates must be no older than 35 on the date of the selection committee meeting, 6th of March 2017.

Origin of applications: only applications submitted by French educational establishments are accepted. These establishments undertake to enrol scholarship holders on the course for which they have been selected. Applications submitted by any other means shall not be considered. Furthermore, any candidate nominated by more than one establishment shall be disqualified.

Courses of study: scholarships are for students wishing to enrol on a master’s course, including at an engineering school, and for PhD students. The Eiffel Programme does not apply to French-run master’s courses abroad, as non-PhD scholarship holders must complete at least 75% of their course in France. It does not apply to training under an apprenticeship contract or a professional training contract either

Combination with other scholarships: foreign students who, at the time of application, have already been awarded a French government scholarship under another programme are not eligible, even if the scholarship in question does not include social security cover.

Eiffel PhD scholarships: Establishments may nominate a candidate who was previously awarded an Eiffel scholarship at master’s level for a scholarship at PhD level. Candidates who have already been awarded an Eiffel scholarship once during their PhD cannot be awarded it for a second time. No application will be accepted for any student who applied previously but was rejected, even if the application is submitted by a different establishment or in another field of study.

Eiffel master’s scholarships: no application will be accepted for any student who applied previously but was rejected, even if the application is submitted by a different establishment or in another field of study. Students who have already been awarded an Eiffel scholarship at master’s level are not eligible to re-apply at master’s level.

Language skills: when pre-selecting non-French-speaking candidates, establishments must make sure that their language skills meet the requirements of the relevant course of study.

Nationality: International students (except French students) are eligible to apply for these scholarships.

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirement: Applicants must have their previous degree.

Test Requirement: No

English Language Requirements: When pre-selecting non-French-speaking candidates, establishments must make sure that their language skills meet the requirements of the relevant course of study.

France Scholarships

How to Apply:

French higher education establishments pre-select candidates for the Eiffel Programme from among the foreign students to whom they have offered a place on a course of study.

 The establishments complete and submit applications for these candidates online.1 They must make sure that the applications fulfil the Programme criteria. The total length of the course and any compulsory work placements in France 1 There is a different application form for each branch of the Programme. Page 5 of 6 or abroad must be clearly mentioned in the application. Each establishment can nominate no more than 40 candidates per field of study for a master’s scholarship. Incomplete applications will be rejected.

The establishments must send to Campus France, by 6 January 2017, by recorded post with acknowledgement of receipt, a list of the applications submitted online. This document must bear the establishment’s stamp and the signature of the head of the establishment (university president or principal), or his or her representative.

Application Deadline: Deadline for receipt of applications by Campus France is January 6, 2017.

Scholarship Link

Fully-Funded Graduate Scholarships at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore, 2017

Nanyang Technological University is inviting applications for fully-funded graduate scholarships. Singaporean and international students are eligible for these scholarships.

The Nanyang President’s Graduate Scholarship (NPGS) is a competitive and prestigious scholarship scheme designed to encourage outstanding graduates or final-year students to take their first step towards a leading research career by studying for a PhD at NTU.

The Nanyang Technological University is an autonomous university in Singapore offering publicly-funded degree programmes.

Applicants must have a First Class Honours degree or equivalent at Bachelor’s level.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing doctoral degree programme (PhD) at the Nanyang Technological University (NTU).

Study Subject: Scholarships are awarded in all subjects available at the Nanyang Technological University.

Scholarship Award: It includes-

Coverage and award terms

Full tuition fees

Monthly stipend of $3,200*

Conference allowance up to S$4,000 per financial year (April previous year to March current year).

One-time IT allowance of $1500

Annual grant of $500 for journal subscription or book purchase

Thesis preparation allowance

Priority will be given for subsidised campus accommodation

* With effect from 1 August 2015, students will receive the following monthly stipend

Singapore Citizens – $3,500

Singapore Permanent Residents – $3,200

International students – $3,000

Scholarship can be taken in Singapore

Eligibility: 

There is no restriction as to the nationality of candidates but all things being equal, preference will be given to Singapore Citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents.

Applicants must have a First Class Honours degree or equivalent at Bachelor’s level

If they have not yet completed their undergraduate degree programme, they will need to furnish documentation from their university that they are on track to get a First Class Honours degree or equivalent

Nationality: Singaporean and international students are eligible for these scholarships.

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirement: Applicants must have a First Class Honours degree or equivalent at Bachelor’s level.

Test Requirement: No

English Language Requirements: Applicants from outside the home country will often need to meet specific English language/other language requirements in order to be able to study there.

Singapore Scholarships

How to Apply: The mode of applying is online.

Online Application

Application Deadline: The application deadline is 30 November 2016.

Scholarship Link

International Ambassador Scholarships at University of West London in UK, 2017

The University of West London is awarding up to 50 international ambassador scholarships in the UK. Scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate degree courses at the University of West London.

International Ambassador Scholarships recognises and provides financial support for outstanding students who wish to act as ambassadors for the University of West London. Scholarships are intended to recognise and provide financial support for outstanding students who wish to act as ambassadors for the University of West London.

UWL has a reputation for high-quality education closely linked to employment. They aim to inspire their students to become innovative professionals, connecting them to exciting and rewarding careers.

To enter a degree course, applicants must satisfy or expect to meet general requirements for entry. Applicants must have an honours degree from an approved institution of higher education outside the UK and Republic of Ireland. Undergraduate students n ormally need to meet English language requirement of an overall IELTS 6.0, with a minimum score of 5.5 in all elements. For postgraduate entry, international students normally need to meet English language requirement at IELTS 6.5 overall and no less than IELTS 5.5 in each element.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate degree courses at the University of West London.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded in all subjects offered by the University of West London.

Scholarship Award: For applicants applying to start in January 2017 we are offering 50 scholarships worth up to £5,000.

Scholarship can be taken in the UK

Eligibility: Students are eligible to apply for these scholarships:

If they have been offered a place to study on a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate course at the University of West London, commencing in September 2016. Please note, the International Ambassador Scholarship provides a discount against the cost of tuition for the first year of study only.

Nationality: International students (EU applicants are not eligible) can apply for these scholarships.

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirement: To enter a degree course, applicants must satisfy or expect to meet general requirements for entry. Applicants must have an honours degree from an approved institution of higher education outside the UK and Republic of Ireland.

Test Requirement: No

English Language Requirements: Undergraduate students normally need to meet English language requirement of an overall IELTS 6.0, with a minimum score of 5.5 in all elements. For postgraduate entry, international students normally need to meet English language requirement at IELTS 6.5 overall and no less than IELTS 5.5 in each element.

International Scholarships

How to Apply: Please save the form to applicant’s computer before completing it. Once completed, please save and e-mail their completed application form to int.app-at-uwl.ac.uk. If applicants are unable to save a completed version of the form, they may not have the required software. If this is the case, please print off the form and scan the completed application to int.app-at-uwl.ac.uk. Applicants can also send their form via post. Please ensure applicant also send the following documents with this application:

English Language qualification, where applicable

Copies of qualification transcripts and certificates (including any studies in the UK)

Copy of passport

Application Form

Application Deadline: The deadline for applications is 27th of November 2016.

Scholarship Link

38 Fully-funded Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship for Research Excellence in UK, 2017

The University of Nottingham is offering 38 Fully-funded Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship for Research Excellence. International students are eligible for these scholarships.

Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships for Research Excellence aim to recognise and reward applications from outstanding international students from the Faculties of Arts, Medicine and Health Sciences, Science and Social Sciences.

The University of Nottingham is a public research university based in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England, United Kingdom. It was founded as University College Nottingham in 1881 and was granted a Royal Charter in 1948.

They welcome applications from suitable candidates but would particularly value applications from strong candidates wishing to work within the research priority areas of each faculty.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for full-time research degree programme.

Study Subject: Scholarships are offered in diverse fields to help students in upgrading their education.

Scholarship Award: In 2017 they are offering 38 full tuition fee scholarships.

Scholarship can be taken in the UK

Eligibility: Applicants can apply for this scholarship if they:

Are classed as an overseas student for fee purposes

Already hold an offer to start a full-time research degree programme*, PhD or MPhil, at our Nottingham campus with a start date that falls between 01 October 2017 and 01 February 2018 (inclusive), in any subject area** excluding Engineering***

Please note that these scholarships are for up to each of 3 years of a research programme, subject to satisfactory progress.

Nationality: International students are eligible for these scholarships.

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirement: Applicants must have their previous degree.

Test Requirement: No

English Language Requirements: Applicants from outside the home country will often need to meet specific English language/other language requirements in order to be able to study there.

UK Scholarships

How to Apply: The mode of applying is online.

Online Application

Application Deadline: Closing date is March 10, 2017.

Scholarship Link

Competitive Enterprise Institute Internships in US

Deadline: 30 November 2016
Open to: undergraduates, recent college graduates, and graduate students with strong writing, research, and analytical skills
Remuneration: paid and unpaid internships

Description

The Competitive Enterprise Institute is a non-profit public policy organization dedicated to advancing the principles of limited government, free enterprise, and individual liberty. The mission is to promote both freedom and fairness by making good policy good politics. They make the uncompromising case for economic freedom because they believe it is essential for entrepreneurship, innovation, and prosperity to flourish.

The CEI intern program seeks to help interested undergraduates, recent college graduates, and graduate students learn about the ideas of liberty and help to promote them by pairing them with a member of CEI’s policy, development, media, or administrative staff. 

Policy interns are assigned to work with one or two policy analysts for the duration of their internship. Interns have the opportunity to research important policy issues and are expected to have strong writing, research, and analytical skills. The cover letter should detail what the student wants to gain from an internship at CEI.

Interns participate in public policy research in one of CEI many issue areas. In addition to policy research, CEI offers internships in communications, video, development, operations, and Web and IT.

Eligibility

Interested undergraduates, recent college graduates, and graduate students who have strong writing, research, and analytical skills.

Remuneration

CEI offers both paid and unpaid internships. Upon being interviewed, exceptional applicants may be offered a stipend. Internships for which the student receives academic credit are always unpaid;

CEI does not provide interns with housing. However, interns have several options.

How to Apply?

Submit your resume, a cover letter, and a brief writing sample as a single PDF attachment to Richard Morrison at interns@cei.org.

Schedule of Terms:

Spring: January-May

Applications Due: November 30

For more information, please visit the official website.

Read more: http://www.mladiinfo.eu/2016/08/29/competitive-enterprise-institute-cei-internships-us/#ixzz4OxilNTRt

Internship Opportunity at NASA in USA

Location: NASA, United States of America.

Applications are invited for NASA Internships for high school, undergraduate, and graduate students as well as educators. Applicants must be enrolled full-time in a degree-granting course of study appropriate to NASA’s long-term professional workforce needs.

Eligibility:

U.S. citizenship is required for most internship opportunities. Select opportunities are also open to citizens from countries participating in the (I^2) Program.

Internship Duration:

Fall Session opportunities (16 wks) begin in late August or early September and conclude in Mid-December.

Spring Session opportunities (16 wks) begin in mid-January and conclude in early May.

Summer Session opportunities (8-10 wks) begin in late May or early June and conclude in early August.

Year-Long Session opportunities (greater than 16 wks) do not correspond to the 3 standard sessions above.

Application Process:

The mode of application is online. Applications must be submitted for each specific session in order to be eligible for any internship opportunities posted for those sessions. Applications can only be revised and submitted during the timeframe that applications are being accepted for a specific session. The application acceptance timeframes are as follows:

Fall internship applications are accepted: 03/02/2016 – 5/31/2016.

Spring internship applications are accepted: 06/02/2016 – 11/09/2016.

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