Guitar Scholarship, Guitar It Up for Girls, USA

Description
The Guitar It Up For Girls Guitar Scholarship (sponsored by Guitar It Up For Girls.com to support the educational growth of a newly enrolling female student) will be awarded in Spring 2012 to a female student enrolling in the Associate of Arts in Performance (Guitar) program (US or non-US citizen) who demonstrates outstanding musicianship, band performance skills and originality in any genre.

Eligibility
The scholarship is applicable for students enrolled in the Guitar performance program only, and may not be transferred to “non-performance program” emphases (Audio Engineering, Music Business, Independent Artist, Guitar Craft, or Film) within an AA degree.

Application Procedure
Submit a video recording (DVD format only) of you performing three (3) diverse songs on your guitar (electric and/or acoustic) within any genre. It is recommended that this include two (2) live ensemble (band
or duo) performances, and one (1) solo piece.

All materials must be submitted in a complete package and mailed via US Postal Service to:
Musicians Institute
Scholarship Department
6752 Hollywood Blvd.
Hollywood, CA 90028

Submission Deadline
February 24, 2012

Website Link
http://www.mi.edu/Upload/pdf/

Edinburgh Global Undergraduate Scholarships, UK

Description
Scholarships are offered to students who are nationals of countries outwith the EU for undergraduate study in any subject offered by the University.  A minimum of 15 scholarships are available for the 2012-2013 session with each award worth £2,000 per year. Awards are tenable for the duration of the programme of study

Eligibility
The scholarships are competitive and awarded broadly on the basis of academic merit.

They are awarded to students who are accepted for admission on a full-time basis for undergraduate study at the University of Edinburgh. Students already on a programme are not eligible. Applicants must also be nationals of a country outwith the EU.

Application Procedure
Eligible applicants should complete an online scholarship application.
Please note that you will not be able to access the online application form unless you have applied for admission to the University of Edinburgh and have full EASE authentication.

Online Scholarship Application

Submission Deadline
2 April 2012.

Website Link
http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/student-funding/undergraduate/

MIDDLE EAST RULE OF LAW MASTERS DEGREE AWARDS by Open Society Foundation,USA

Description
The Middle East Rule of Law Program (MEROL) offers qualified applicants the opportunity to study for Master’s degrees in the following fields at top-ranked universities in the U.S: Public Policy / Public Administration, Media / Communications Studies, Law (Master of Laws – LLM), Gender Studies

Mission and Objectives
The Middle East Rule of Law (MEROL) program aims to assist in the creation of a critical mass of reform-minded professionals in the Middle East working in fields crucial to the development and sustainability of open societies.In conceiving of the foundations of the “Rule of Law” to include the healthy functioning of various public sectors beyond law itself, MEROL represents an extension of the Open Society Foundations’ Palestinian Rule of Law Program (PROL) Since 2003, the PROL program has supported over 50 LLM fellowships for Palestinian lawyers who are now engaged in law reform, teaching, and the development of a Palestinian rule of law infrastructure.

Eligibility
Applicants must:

1. be legally resident in Egypt, Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, or Syria at the time of application
2. demonstrate an excellent academic record and have an advanced degree (Minimum: Bachelor’s)
3. display impressive civil society leadership potential
4. prove through testing and interviews strong English language ability(Minimum TOEFL score of 480)
5. be able to begin the program in August or September, 2012
6. be able to receive and maintain a U.S. J-1 visa
7. participate in an intensive academic writing program prior to departure to US
8. commit to returning to the home country upon degree completion

Application Procedure
For more information and an application, please see:
http://www.soros.org/initiatives/scholarship/focus_areas
Or contact: Patrick Hynes
Senior Program Coordinator
Open Society Scholarship Programs
1700 Broadway, 17th Floor
New York, New York 10019 USA
E-Mail: phynes@sorosny.org

Submission Deadline


30 JANUARY 2012

Website Link
http://www.soros.org/initiatives/scholarship/

The Kent Scholarship for Academic Excellence 2012, UK

Description
At Kent we recognize, encourage and reward excellence. We know that you will have worked exceptionally hard to achieve the qualifications needed to secure your place at Kent and we have created a new scholarship, the Kent Scholarship for Academic Excellence, in recognition of this effort.

The scholarship is worth £2,000 for each year of study and will be renewed on an annual basis, subject to good academic progress.

Eligibility
The scholarship will be awarded to any applicant entering their first year of undergraduate study at Kent, from September 2012, who achieves AAA over three A levels or the qualifications specified below. The three A levels can include General Studies and Critical Thinking (unless these are specifically excluded from the offer). Applicants must also have satisfied their conditions of entry to the University. This scholarship is open to all UK, EU and Overseas full-time undergraduate students.

Application Procedure
There is no application form to complete. If you have attained the necessary grades, your scholarship will be confirmed to you by email in September 2012.

Sumission Deadline
September 2012

Website Link
http://www.kent.ac.uk/scholarships/undergraduate/academic/academicexcellence.html

Graduate School Scholarships at Kent University,UK

Description
The Graduate School Scholarship Scheme was established in 2009 to celebrate the founding of the University's Graduate School. This successful scheme has been renewed annually since then; it provides a £1000 scholarship to University of Kent 2012 graduates who earn a Bachelors degree with honours (or undergraduate Masters degree) and register for a postgraduate degree at Kent by 1 October 2012

Eligibility

• All Kent 2012 graduates who are registered at the University of Kent by 1 October 2012 for a postgraduate degree programme of study at Kent will automatically receive £1,000 off their tuition fees (£500 for a part-time student).
• Candidates must hold a Bachelors degree with honours (or undergraduate Masters degree) awarded in 2012 by the University of Kent.
• Candidates must have satisfied the criteria for admission and register for a postgraduate degree (Masters or Doctorate) with the University of Kent by 1 October 2012. Students considering this offer are advised to check the entry criteria for their favoured postgraduate programme of study prior to application.

Application Procedure
There is no need to make a separate application. The funding will be provided to all eligible 2012 graduates on registration.You can apply for a Kent higher degree or postgraduate diploma or certificate online.
The online form will take up to 20 minutes to complete and can be saved and returned to at any time before submitting. Applicants should read the online checklist before completing the form.
There are five sections to the online form:

1. Choosing your course and giving us basic personal information
2. Email verification
3. Completing the form
4. Checking and submitting the form
5. Attaching documents to your online application/sending in additional paperwork by email or post if required.

A decision on your application cannot be made until all the additional paperwork has been received, so it is important to send them as soon as you can.

Submission Deadline
1 October 2012

Website Link
http://www.kent.ac.uk/scholarships/postgraduate/gradschool.html

Independent Artist Scholarship for International and US students, USA

Description
MI - Musicians Institute invite talented international and US students who enrolling in the Artist Certificate Program to apply Independent Artist Scholarships.


Eligibility

1. Scholarship applicants must have submitted the application for admission prior to the scholarship due date and must be entering the program for the first time.
2. May be applied toward the independent artist program (IAP) only.
3. The total scholarship amount will be divided by the total number of quarters in the particular program and credited toward each quarter’s tuition in equal amounts for as long as the student maintains a 3.5 gpa.
4. Scholarships are non-transferable, and may not be applied to any person, program, or start date other than the one for which it was originally awarded.
5. Award recipients will be notified within two weeks of the application deadline

Application Procedure
The candidate requiered to submit the following documents:

1. Audio recording containing the 2-3 songs that you submitted with your original application to the program plus at least two and up to five more (formats accepted: audio cd, aif, wav, mp3, aac).
2. Detailed credit list for any songs performed or submitted with this application. Include information listing who performed each instrument, who engineered and who produced.
3. If you are the author of any lyrics performed or submitted with this application, include a lyric sheet for each song.
4. A 1-2 page essay describing your short and long-term career objectives. Include specific

In addition, submit ONE of the following three items:

1. A video recording containing a minimum of 2 original songs in a solo performance or in a band/ensemble setting (formats accepted: dvd, quicktime/.mov, mpeg, vhs).
2. Complete multitrack audio files of 2 original recordings. These may be the same songs submitted for the audio recording requirement above (formats accepted: apple logic, pro tools, steinbergcubase, ableton live, bounced individual audio files).
3. A video recording of less than 15 minutes documenting your writing/creative process.

Submission Deadline
February 24, 2012

Website Link
http://www.mi.edu/Upload/pdf/IAP_Scholarship.pdf

Bone Scholarship Awards for Illinois State Undergraduate Student, USA

Description
Being designated a Bone Scholar is the highest honor an Illinois State undergraduate student can receive, and this honor contributes markedly to student success. Bone Scholars receive commemorative medallions and substantial cash prizes and have their names engraved on a metal plaque displayed permanently in the Bone Student Center. They are also formally recognized at a luncheon, at the University Scholarship Awards Ceremony in the fall, and at their commencement exercises.


Eligibility
Any nominee for a Bone Scholarship must have attended Illinois State University for at least four semesters (excluding summer) by June of 2012, must have a current grade point average of 3.7 or higher, and must anticipate graduating no earlier than December 2012, and no later than August 2013. (Students who already have a bachelor’s degree are not eligible.) Bone Scholarship winners will be announced as soon as they are selected, usually in early May. Bone Scholars are students who combine broad and excellent academic achievement with campus and community engagement. They are expected to have shown outstanding qualities of character and leadership. A twelve-member Bone Selection Committee carefully reviews the submitted applications and makes awards based on the following considerations:

• The breadth, diversity, and quality of candidates’ academic work
• The type and extent of activities in which candidates have been involved, both in the university and the community
• Candidates’ personal qualities of dependability, cooperation, and initiative as well as other criteria which may be determined by the committee

Application Procedure
The applicant must submit the following documents;

1. 5 LETTERS OF NOMINATION AND RECOMMENDATION (2 from department nomination process plus three additional letters)
2. A list of 4 SIGNIFICANT COURSES, accompanied by discussion of why these courses have had a significant impact on your personal and/or professional life.
3. Listing and description of ACTIVITIES AND ORGANIZATIONS at Illinois State and/or in the community
4. PROJECT that represents your best work. (Papers, literary works, portfolios, and art projects are just some of the projects applicants might submit)
5. PROJECT CRITIQUE Students’ critique of their own project that discusses its significance and how the project could have been improved.
6. ESSAY of no more than 500 words that addresses the following questions: What are the major challenges in your field of study now and in the immediate future? In what new directions will the field have to go in order to respond to those challenges?

Submission Deadline
February 1, 2012

Website Link
http://honors.illinoisstate.edu/downloads/scholarships/Bone

Miller Faculty Fellowship Program at Iowa State University, USA

Description
The Miller Faculty Development Fund was made possible by the generosity of F. Wendell Miller, who left his entire estate jointly to Iowa State University and the University of Iowa. Mr. Miller, who died in 1995 at age 97, was born in Altoona, Illinois, grew up in Rockwell City, Iowa, graduated from Grinnell College and Harvard Law School, and practiced law in Des Moines and Chicago before returning to Rockwell City to manage his family's farm holdings and to practice law. His bequest helped to establish the F. Wendell Miller Trust, the annual earnings of which, in part, help support faculty development proposals that advance the university's strategic plan. The program is administered by the President’s Office and the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching.

For 2012-2013, the Miller Fellowships will provide faculty with opportunities to enhance their scholarly work in the undergraduate academic programs of the university and to develop innovative approaches to enhance student learning. Faculty will have up to twelve months to meet the goals of their Fellowship project.

Eligibility
Any faculty member at Iowa State University (tenured, tenure-eligible, adjunct, lecturer or clinician) may apply for a fellowship. Faculty may submit proposals as individuals or may join with others to submit a proposal as a faculty team. To increase faculty involvement, preference may be given to first time Miller Fellowship applicants. Faculty who are CELT staff or members of the CELT Advisory Board may participate as members of Miller Fellowship teams, but may not be the lead proposer.

Application Procedure
Prepare the proposal, consisting of title page, proposal form (download -- or pick up a copy from the CELT office in 3024 Morrill Hall), budget worksheet, and department chair endorsement letter. Also include a signed statement from the college fiscal officer if your proposal includes any faculty salary and benefits as a part of proposed matching funds. Submit one electronic copy of the proposal (as a single pdf file) to your College Dean and to Jan Thompson, CELT Faculty Intern, at jrrt@iastate.edu by Wednesday, February 1, 2012. If more than one proposal is submitted from a college, the Dean will submit an email listing the proposals in priority order to Jan Thompson by Friday, February 10, 2012.

Submission Deadline
Friday, February 10, 2012

Website Link
http://www.celt.iastate.edu/grants_awards/fellowships/miller/

International Student Grant for Master Student at University of Helsinki, Finland

Description
The University of Helsinki is giving about 50 start-up grants to qualified students who are accepted to study in an International Master's Degree Programme. The amount of each grant will be 1000-1500 euro. The grants are not meant to cover living expenses, but we hope that the little extra money helps our new students to settle in Helsinki.

Eligibility
You are eligible as soon as you have accepted placement and registered for studies at the University of Helsinki. In addition, you have to make your personal study plan (HOPS) during the first period of the autumn term, get it authorized by your department and start you studies according to the plan. Students who are Finnish citizens or who reside in Finland are not eligible for the grant. The International Student Grant is available for students who are admitted in 2012 into the programmes below:

Application Procedure
The front page of your printed application form has the personal check list of the required application enclosures for the degree programme you are applying to. To complete your application, please follow the instructions given below:

1. Print out the Application Form (pdf). While filling in your information, you can select to have the pdf-document mailed to your personal e-mail and print it out later.
2. Remember to sign the Application Form.
3. Collect the enclosures which the programme requires. They are listed on the front page of the Application Form. Mark down your Application Form number into every document, and the also into the lower left corner of the envelope.

  Send the application via mail to:
    University Admissions Finland
    Yliopistonkatu 2
    FI-00170 Helsinki
    FINLAND
 If you use a courier service, please also mark down the University Admissions Finland’s phone number +358 (0)9 191 23528

Submission Deadline
The regular application period is from November 21, 2011 to January 31, 2012 (16:15/4:15 p.m. GMT +2).

Website Link
http://www.helsinki.fi/studying/UHISG.shtml

Postdoctoral Research Fellowships in Public Management & Governance in University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Description
A number of Postdoctoral Research Fellowships are offered for one year (renewable for another) in the Department of Public Governance, University of Johannesburg (UJ), South Africa. Areas of specialization in the department include Public Management and Governance Theory and Methodology, Public Policy, Ethics,
Human Resources and Financial Management, Local Government, Sustainable and e-Governance. Candidates’ research can be in any of the above areas or another area within Public Management and Governance approved by the Head of the Department. The final choice of candidate will not be influenced by the choice of research topic.

Eligibilty
Candidates are only eligible if they have been awarded a doctoral degree within the last five years; and, if they have yet to receive the degree, they must have it in hand by the time they take up the position,or preferably by the end of 2011.

Application Procedure
Interested candidates should email their curriculum vitae, the names of two referees,an example of their written work (preferably published) of about 10 000 words, and a one-page summary of their proposed postdoctoral research focus to Prof Fanie Cloete, at fcloete@uj.ac.za. Applicants should also request that their referees send their references directly to the same email address. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that I receive his/her references on time. Applications can also be faxed to +27-86-540-5114, or posted to: Prof Fanie Cloete, Department of Public Governance, C-Ring 408, University of Johannesburg, P.O. Box 524, Auckland Park, 2006, Johannesburg, South Africa, making sure they arrive by the deadline. The successful candidate(s) will be informed by telephone.

Submission Deadline
30 November 2011 (to start in February 2012) and 31 May 2012 (to start in September 2012)

Website Link
http://www.uj.ac.za/EN/Research/PostdoctoralResearchFellows/

Freshman Merit Scholarships at Illinois State University Physics Department, USA

Description
Illinois State University Physics Department Anounced Freshman Merit Scholarships For incoming freshman students intending to major in;

• Physics, Computer Physics, Engineering Physics, or Physics Teaching
• The Robert D. Young Physics Scholar Award $2,000
• The Physics Alumni Scholar Award $1,500
• The Dale M. Shulaw Physics Scholar Award $1,000
• Physics Freshman Scholar Book Awards $ 500

Eligibility
Students must receive at least Conditional Admission from the Illinois State University Admissions Office, be accepted as a physics major, and meet departmental requirements to be eligible to apply for the Physics Freshman Merit Scholarships.

Application Procedure
the scholarship can be applied online, please check this link: http://admissions.illinoisstate.edu/ps
Complete and return the online application form completed as soon as possible to:
Dr. Richard F. Martin, Jr, Professor and Chairperson
Illinois State University
Department of Physics
Campus Box 4560
Normal, IL 61790-4560

Or you may email your application to: Dr. Martin c/o johns@phy.ilstu.edu

Submission Deadline
January 6, 2012

Website Link
http://www.phy.ilstu.edu/prospective/PHYFrMerit

Doctoral Student Position in Intellectual History of International Law at Faculty of Law at the University of Helsinki, Finland

Description
Faculty of Law at the University of Helsinki is the leading Finnish provider of education in law. The instruction offered by the faculty is based on topical research of the highest standards. The Faculty of Law interacts closely with the other departments of the university and the rest of society in producing versatile educational and expert services.

The Erik Castrén Institute of International Law and Human Rights (ECI) was established in 1998 within the Faculty of Law at the University of Helsinki to promote research and study on human rights and new approaches to public international law.

Academy Professor Martti Koskenniemi, director of ECI is looking for new participants in the research project Intellectual History of International Law funded by the Academy of Finland

Eligibility
An appointee to the position of Doctoral Student shall hold a second-cycle degree and have an approved research proposal. Other requirements shall include the ability and motivation, as demonstrated in previous degree studies or otherwise, to pursue postgraduate studies and a doctoral degree according to the study plan and research proposal. An appointee to a position at the University shall hold the kind of education, experience and language proficiency necessary to successfully complete the duties of the position. When filling a teaching and research position, foreign citizens, non-native Finnish citizens or citizens who have not been educated in Finnish or Swedish may be exempted from the Finnish and Swedish language requirement of the Government Decree on Universities without a separate application.

Additional requirements:

1. Background in and excellent knowledge of international law
2. Willingness to work as part of a research project
3. Excellent English language skills

Application Procedure
Letters of application must include the following documents:

• Curriculum vitae (CV);
• Research plan (max. 5 pages);
• List of publications;
• Optional attachment. (The applicant may wish to include one optional attachment, such as the statement by the applicant’s academic supervisor or the applicant's academic portfolio)
  
• Letter(s) of Reference.

Letters of application must be addressed to Professor Martti Koskenniemi and submitted with attachments to the following address (one copy of each):
Executive Director Sanna Villikka
Erik Castrén Institute
P.O. Box 4 (Yliopistonkatu 3)
FI-00014 University of Helsinki
FINLAND

Submission Deadline
30 March 2012 at 15.45 local Helsinki time

Website Link
http://www.helsinki.fi/recruitment/index

Bocconi Scholarship for International MSc Students, Italy

Desription
Bocconi University offers up to 40 need-based scholarships to international students enrolling in a Master of Science Program at Bocconi. The awarding of the scholarship also takes into consideration academic performances of the students.

The Scholarship consists of full tuition waiver worth approximately €11.000 per year for a maximum of 2 academic years. The renewal of the scholarship is subject to meeting merit criteria.
Scholarship applications must be submitted by the same deadline as that of Bocconi on-line admission’s application as stated below.

Eligibility
Only applicants who meet all the following conditions will be taken into consideration for the awarding of the scholarship:

• Non-Italian citizenship;
• Non-Italian residence;
• A non-Italian Undergraduate degree earned abroad or in Italy;
• Admission granted for the first year of a Bocconi Master of Science program in the a.y. 2012-2013 (please note that the application must be submitted before admission: this requirement will be considered only at a later stage);

Students who meet any of the following conditions will NOT be taken into consideration:

• previously enrolled in a graduate program in Italy or abroad;
• have earned a graduate level university degree;
• recipient of a scholarship awarded for the AY 2012-13 by private or public institutions.

Appliation Procedure
Applicants must complete and submit the online Bocconi Scholarship application form, available at www.unibocconi.eu/finaidapplications, by the same deadline as that of their Bocconi on-line admission’s application.

Submission Deadline
On-line application for admission in Bocconi,
10/01/2012
10/02/2012
10/03/2012

Application for the Bocconi Merit Award,
10/01/2012 h 15.00
10/02/2012 h 15.00
10/03/2012 h 15.00

Communication of the awarding,
16/02/2012
16/03/2012
18/04/2012


Website Link
https://www.unibocconi.it/wps/allegatiCTP/

Ph.D. fellowship in Society and Politics of Contemporary China at Leiden University, Netherlands

Description
The Leiden Institute for Area Studies (LIAS), is committed to the integration of disciplinary and regional-historical perspectives. LIAS has as its aim the advancement of teaching and research of Area Studies at Leiden University and in the wider academic community. LIAS comprises the Schools of Asian Studies (SAS) and Middle Eastern Studies (SMES). Area specializations in SAS include Chinese, Japanese, Korean, South & Southeast Asian and Tibetan Studies. LIAS staff have disciplinary expertise across the humanities and the social sciences.

Starting September 2012 (or earlier if the candidate is available) LIAS has available one full-time, four-year Ph.D. position  in the University’s profile area “Asian Modernities and Traditions” (AMT) on an aspect of the society or politics of contemporary China. The fellowship is funded by the Leiden University Executive Board on the appointment of Professor Frank Pieke as Chair of Modern China Studies.

Eligibility
Requirements:

• A Masters or equivalent degree in a relevant field
• Research knowledge of modern Chinese
• Fluency in English (spoken and written)
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Application Procedure
Applications have to be submitted in English and have to include:

• cover letter stating your motivation for the position
• research proposal of maximally 2,500 words
• curriculum vitae
• copies of your academic transcripts (or Dutch cijferlijst),
• a writing sample (such as a part of the MA thesis) of maximally 8,000 words
• three letters of reference to be sent directly by the referee

Submission Deadline
15 January 2012

Website Link
http://vacatures.leidenuniv.nl/wetenschappelijk/11-247-phd-politics-china.html

WYN Internship Programme for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students Provided By World Islamic Economic Forum Foundation, Malaysia

Description
The WYN Global Internship Programme, an initiative established in 2007 by the World Islamic Economic Forum Foundation, is designed for the purpose of identifying and nurturing young leaders in the Muslim world through internship/apprenticeship exchanges in reputable corporations across the globe. This Programme offers students an opportunity to experience working life in a different country, to embrace the different cultures in the Muslim world, and get to know different people while at the same time benefit from professional and leadership skills and world-class best practices at work.

Eligibility

• 3 months Programme: Year 1 and 2 undergraduate students
• 6 months Programme:  Undergraduate and postgraduate students
• The WIEF Young Leaders Network invites students from all academic disciplines.
• Students with minimum Second Upper Class Honours (2:1) or CGPA 3.0
• Students who demonstrate leadership skills in university or college through their participation in societies and clubs

Application Procedure
Please go to the following link to learn more about the application procedure; http://wief.org/wief-young-leaders-network-wyn/wyn-internship-programme/wyn-internship-application-form.html
please contact internship@wief.org, If you have further queries

Submission Deadline
First intake:  30 April, Second intake: 31 August, Third intake: 31 December

Website Link
http://wief.org/wief-young-leaders-network-wyn/wyn-internship-programme

George Melendez Wright Climate Change Fellowship Program, A Master and Doctoral Fellowship in USA, Canada and Mexico

Description
On behalf of the National Park Service, the University of Washington College of the Environment is managing the George Melendez Wright Climate Change Fellowship Program. The 2012 Fellowship process will be open November 1, 2011.

The goals of this student fellowship program are to support new and innovative research relevant to managing climate change impacts in US National Parks, including transboundary issues and comparisons to Mexican or Canadian protected areas. Awards will be made in the range of $5,000 to $20,000 per fellowship for research to be undertaken in calendar years 2012-13. Projects may consist of exploratory research that could lead to a larger project funded by other sources but must result in tangible outcomes that are aimed at informing resource decisions. Applications are encouraged for research in any area relevant to the
natural and cultural resources of units of the National Park System. Examples include projects addressing vulnerability and risk assessment; adaptation strategies; public perceptions and values; and impacts to natural resources and cultural resources (e.g., cultural landscapes, archeological, traditional cultural/ethnographic, and historic structures).

Eligibility
Students enrolled in Masters and PhD programs in the US, Canada, and Mexico may apply. Both U.S. citizens and non-citizens are eligible. NPS employees are not eligible to apply. Recipients of previous George Melendez Wright Climate Change Fellowships are not eligible to apply

Application Procedure
The online application system will be available November 1, 2011.  As part of the online application, you will be asked to fill in the following fields of basic information: name, address, email address, phone number, department/academic program and institution, the name of your faculty advisor, and your advisor’s email address and phone number.

You will also be asked to fill in the following information on the application form:

• Project title
• NPS study area/research location(s)
• Primary NPS sponsor (the park's Chief of Resource Management)
• Project abstract (300 word maximum)
• Budget
• Additional support requested from the NPS (e.g., housing)

You will also be asked to upload the following as PDF or MS Word documents (Detailed instructions are found below.)

• Project Proposal
• Budget Justification
• List of Cited References
• Resume
• College transcripts

Finally, you will be required to get a letter of recommendation from your faculty advisor and a letter of support from your NPS sponsor using the linked forms. You may request two additional letters of recommendation from your academic institution for a total of three letters.  Please log in to the online application system to receive a unique application number that you will share with your NPS and faculty sponsors.

Submission Deadline
January 18, 2012

Website Link
http://coenv.washington.edu/students/melendez_wright/

The Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund, USA

Description
The Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund (APIASF) is the nation's largest 501c(3) non-profit organization that provides scholarships to Asian and Pacific Islander Americans (APIAs) with financial need. Based in Washington, DC, APIASF was formed in 2003.

Our vision is to see that all APIAs have access to higher education and resources that cultivate their academic, personal and professional success regardless of their ethnicity, national origin or financial means. Our mission is to make a difference in the lives of APIA students by providing them with resources that increase their access to higher education which serves as the foundation for their future success and contributions to a stronger America.

Eligibility

• Be of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity as defined by the U.S. Census
• Be a citizen, national, or legal permanent resident of the United States. Citizens of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia and the Republic of Palau are also eligible to apply
• Be enrolling in a U.S. accredited college or university in the Fall of 2012. Please read each listing for specific eligibility requirements regarding the academic standing required for each scholarship.
• Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale (unweighted) or have earned a GED
• Must apply for federal financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by February 1
• Submit one letter of recommendation

Application Procedure
The APIASF Scholarship Program application must be completed online and submitted electronically once all of the required questions have been answered. You do not have to complete the online application in one sitting. Until you are ready to submit, you may access your application and edit your answers as many times as you like with your login from any computer with internet access. Please read all of the important instructions below as it contains information you need to complete the application process. Internet Explorer 7 or 8 Recommended. Please go to the official website to learn further about the application Procedure

Submission Deadline
January 13, 2012

Website Link
http://www.apiasf.org/index.html

Ioma Evans-Pritchard Scholarship for Master Student at African Studies Centre, University of Oxford, UK

Description
As part of the development of African and Interdisciplinary Studies, St Anne’s College is offering the Ioma Evans-Pritchard Scholarship in conjunction with the African Studies Centre. The Scholarship will cover the full university and college fees and a maintenance allowance for a suitably qualified student applying for the MSc African Studies.

Eligibility
In order to be considered for the Scholarship you must indicate in the funding section of your admissions application that you intend to apply for Ioma Evans-Pritchard Scholarship and you must name St. Anne’s your first college choice. 

Application Procedure
Detail information about application proedure is available from the African Studies Administrator, 13 Bevington Road, Oxford OX2 6LH, or by email to african.studies@africa.ox.ac.uk.

Submission Deadline
Your application for admission to the course must be submitted to the Graduate Admissions office by the closing date of the 2nd application deadline (20 January 2012) if you wish to be considered for the Ioma Evans-Pritchard Scholarship.

Website Link
http://www.africanstudies.ox.ac.uk/prospective_students/scholarships/ioma_evans-pritchard_scholarship

Microsoft Sholarship for Undergraduate Student in computer science and related technical disciplines, USA

Description
A Microsoft scholarship provides a leg up so you can pursue undergraduate studies in computer science and related technical disciplines. You’ll join a community of scholarship recipients from the United States, Canada and Mexico who share your passion for technology and academic excellence. It all adds up to achieving your primary goal—making a real difference in the software industry.

Microsoft is offering four different types of technical scholarships for the 2012-2013 academic year to current undergraduate students: General Scholarships, Women’s Scholarships, Minority Scholarships, and Scholarships for Students with Disabilities.

Eligibility
To be eligible, you must be enrolled full time in a Bachelor’s degree program at a 4-year college or university in the United States, Canada, or Mexico at the time you submit the application. Plus, we’ll need to see that you’re making satisfactory progress toward an undergraduate degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related technical discipline such as electrical engineering, math, or physics—and that you demonstrate an interest in computer science. Because the scholarship is merit based, you must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average out of a possible 4.0, or a 4.0 cumulative grade point average out of a possible 5.0.

Application Procedure
You must include the following six items in your application:

• Resume
• Transcript
• Application details
• Answers to essay questions
• Letter of referral
• Printed Confirmation Page from Online Application to the Microsoft Internship Program

That’s really all there is, and no extra forms to fill out. Don’t forget to include your name on each page of your application packet.
Please send your completed application to:
Microsoft Scholarship Program
Microsoft Corporation
One Microsoft Way
Redmond, WA 98052-8303

Submission Deadline
Applications must be postmarked by January 16, 2012

Website Link
http://careers.microsoft.com/careers/en/us/internships-scholarships.aspx

SA/Angola Joint Science and Technology Programme, South Africa

Description
Researchers are requested to submit research proposals on terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems as well as on heritage and sites of geological, archaeological and anthropological importance, indigenous knowledge system and computing, information and space technology applied to teaching, research and technological development.

Eligibility
Evaluation will be done according to the following criteria:

• Scientific and technical merit;
• National Priority
• Significance for both countries;
• Potential for creating research and development capacity;
• Potential for innovation and industry spin-off
• Methodology; and
• Suitability and feasibility including budget

For the purposes of this call, research projects falling within the following areas/disciplines will be considered:

• Biosciences (Life Sciences);
• Space Science (including remote sensing);
• Indigenous Knowledge System
• Environment and Climate Change (including Oceanography)
• Energy (including nuclear);
• Material Sciences Research (including Nano-technology)
• ICT
• Paleosciences
• Geosciences

Application Procedure
Application forms for proposal submission for the SA applicant may be obtained from the National Research Foundation in South Africa (www.nrf.ac.za). The Angolan Counterpart should contact the relevant authority in his/her country for the relevant forms. Submissions should include Curriculum Vitaes of the Principal Investigators. Please go to the link to download the Application Form and the the Call Guidelines.

Submission Deadline
14th February, 2012 via e-mail

Website Link
http://www.nrf.ac.za/funding_overview.php

The Calum Miller International Scholarship at Edinburgh University, UK

Description
Edinburgh University announced One scholarship of £10,000 is awarded to a student from any country for full time MBA program

Eligibility

• The scholarships are open to applicants who have an excellent academic record and who are applying for admission onto the Full-time MBA or MBA in International Business in September 2012. An award may be withdrawn if a student fails to meet the academic standards set by the University.
• The scholarships will only be awarded to applicants who have firmly accepted their offer through payment of the deposit.
• The scholarships will only be awarded to applicants who have firmly accepted their offer through payment of the deposit.

Application Procedure

• Applicants should submit a 1000 word essay, explaining why they feel they should be awarded the scholarship, and how the scholarship will benefit them.
• This essay should accompany the application for admission to the MBA programme.
• The scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academic merit and the benefits to the student. The decision will be made by a committee consisting of Directors and key staff from Admissions.
• If you have already sent your application, you are welcome to apply separately. Please enclose your full name and contact details as stated in your programme application. Separate scholarship applications without these details will not be considered.

Submission Deadline
31 May 2012

Website Link
http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/student-funding/

Hélène La Rue Scholarship in Music at St Cross College, Oxford, UK

Description
St Cross College invites applications for this scholarship from students who will begin studying at the  University of Oxford in the academic year 2012-2013 for a postgraduate research degree in Music. Preference may be given to a research topic related to the musical collections at the University, including those at the Ashmolean Museum, those at the Pitt Rivers Museum, the Bate Collection in the Faculty of Music and those held in any of the colleges.

Eligibility

1. The successful applicant may be based in the Faculty of Music or if working on other musical collections based in any relevant Faculty or Department including the Faculty of History and the School of Anthropology
2. Applicants must list St Cross College as their first choice college on their Graduate Admissions application

Application Procedure
Application forms can be  downloaded from this site or requested by email using the Contact Form (choose the category Academic and Admissions). Written requests should be sent to the Admissions & Academic Secretary, St Cross College, St Giles, Oxford OX1 3LZ.

Submission Deadline
Friday 1st June 2012

Website Link
http://www.stx.ox.ac.uk/hlr

NDIA Lawrence F. Skibbie Graduate Scholarship Award, USA

Description
The National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Lawrence F. Skibbie Graduate Student Scholarship of up to $10,000 is intended to support one or more advanced graduate student(s) in engineering, science, or management. The award will also include a suitable plaque.

Eligibility
The applicant must be enrolled or accepted for a full-time masters or doctoral program in:

• Engineering (e.g. Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Aeronautical)
• Science (Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics)
• Management – disciplines relevant to the interests of the NDIA mission

In addition, the applicant must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• The applicant must be a U.S. citizen.
• The applicant must successfully complete undergraduate studies by the end of Summer Term 2012.
• No person, nor any member of his or her immediate family, who is connected with the selection of the scholarship recipient(s) shall be eligible to receive the award.

Application Procedure
The following documents must be submitted;

• Undergraduate transcript
• Graduate transcript (if applicable)
• Synopsis of how the scholarship will aid student in career pursuit (not more than 500 words)
• Recommendations from major advisor and one professor from the aforementioned disciplines
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship
• Endorsement of the applicant by the Director of Graduate Programs from the institution
• Personal resume to include positions, outstanding awards, publications (if any), and leadership capabilities

Please direct further inquiries and provide submissions to:
National Defense Industrial Association
VP, Business Operations
2111 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 400
Arlington, VA 22201-3061

Submission Deadline
August 1, 2012

Website Link
http://www.ndia.org/MembershipAndChapters/

GROTE CHEMISTRY SCHOLARSHIP FOR INCOMING FRESHMEN AT UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE, USA

Description
The Department of Chemistry at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga announces the Grote Chemistry Scholarship Program for 2012. Awards of $14,000 ($3,500 per year for four years) will be presented to as many as three entering freshmen majoring in Chemistry. The awards are renewable over a four-year period and can be added to other University scholarships and the Tennessee Lottery scholarship. Grote Chemistry Scholarships are named in honor of Dr. Irvine W. Grote, who served as head of the department from 1941 to 1964. Previous Grote Scholars have graduated with distinction and gone on to success in chemistry graduate schools, medical schools, law schools, pharmacy schools, and the chemical industry.

Eligibility
In order to be eligible for a Grote Chemistry Scholarship, a student must:

1. complete a course in high school chemistry with an A or B
2. attain a high school grade point average of 3.5 or above
3. have a composite score of 26 or above on the ACT exam (or SAT equivalent)
4. declare chemistry as the major at UTC

Application Procedure
The scholarship can be applied both online and regular post.

• To apply online go to this link; http://www.utc.edu/Academic/Chemistry/Students/scholarship/
• To apply by post go to this link; http://www.utc.edu/Academic/Chemistry/Students/scholarship/pdf

Submission Deadline
February 15, 2012

Website Link
http://www.utc.edu/Academic/Chemistry/Students/scholarship/Grote/GroteInfo.php

UPEACE - IDRC PhD Felowship in Governance and Security Studies in Sub-Saharan Africa, Africa

Description
The Africa Programme of the University for Peace (UPEACE) has secured funding from The Canadian International Development Research Centre (IDRC) to offer a limited number of scholarships to African students registered in PhD Programmes focused on Governance and Security Studies. The scholarship will cover tuition, living expenses, communications, access to scholarly materials, and dissemination of research findings through publications and conference presentations. In addition, part of the award will be used to cover expenses related to a semester abroad at a Canadian university. The maximum award is US $15,000 per eligible candidate per year.

The programme is seeking applications from candidates who have freshly enrolled in a PhD Programme (Academic Year 2010-2011) or who can offer proof of acceptance into a PhD Programme at a University in Sub Saharan Africa for the 2011-2012 Academic Year.
 A total of four (4) PhD Fellowships will be awarded.

Eligibility

1. Hold citizenship of an African country in Sub-Saharan Africa;
2. Be enrolled/accepted in a PhD Programme in the field of Governance and Security  Studies in Universities in Sub Saharan Africa;
3. Be a full time PhD student;
4. Submit a letter of support from the Lead Supervisor
5. Undertake the research within Sub-Saharan Africa.
6. Have a Masters Degree in related discipline

Application Procedure
Applicants are required to submit the following documents: -

1. Completed Check List (signed and dated)
2. Cover Letter
3. Application Form
4. A personal Statement
5. Curriculum Vitae
6. Certified Transcripts
7. Proof of Citizenship
8. Evidence of enrolment
9. Two reference Letters (one of which must come from a faculty member with extensive knowledge of applicant’s academic history and performance)
10. Approved Research Proposal
11. Budget in USD

The Application form is available on www.africa.upeace.org or here
All required documents listed above should be mailed to UPEACE before the deadline through the Post Office (see address below under IX).
The Application form must also be sent electronically (in MS Word format) in addition to the hard copies sent through the Post Office to qualify.

Submission Deadline
28th February 2012

Website Link

http://www.upeace.org/idrc/fellowship.cfm

The Maxis Scholarship for Excellence Award (MSEA) for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Malaysian Student, Malaysia

Description
The Maxis Scholarship for Excellence Award (MSEA) presents young and outstanding Malaysians a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to embark on a journey that will allow them to realise their goals. Maxis is offering undergraduate scholarships to our postpaid customers or children of our customers who have excelled both in their academic studies as well as their extra-curricular activities. Maxis seeks well rounded individuals, who have demonstrated leadership skills in the classroom, as well as in sports, social work or other areas. Recipients of this scholarship will be able to pursue courses at either a local or overseas university – a significant step towards pursuing their life’s dreams and ambitions.

Eligibility

1. Applicants or their parents must be a Maxis postpaid customer with a minimum of one year tenure with Maxis postpaid services, having a good payment record with Maxis.
2. Applicants must be Malaysian citizens aged below 23 years old.
3. Applicants must not be bonded to any body and must have secured an unconditional offer from a local or foreign university prior to applying for the Maxis Scholarship for Excellence Award (MSEA).
4. Applicants currently in their 1st or 2nd year of undergraduate studies may also apply for this scholarship.
5. Applicants must achieve the following academic results :- SPM or equivalent: minimum 6As - Either one of the following foundation courses: STPM: minimum 3 As, or Matriculation/Diploma: CGPA 3.5 or above, or A Level: minimum 3 As, or Australian TER: minimum 90.0, or Recognised Foundation/Pre-University courses: Equivalent to CGPA 3.5 or above, or International Baccalaureate: minimum 36.0 - Current first or second year students: must have CGPA of 3.5 or above.
6. Applicants are also required to: Possess a good command of the English language, both written and oral; Be a team player; Excel in extra-curricular activities and sports; and Possess leadership qualities

Application Procedure
The scholarship can be applied online,to apply, please go to this link: http://www.maxis.com.

Submission Deadline
16 December 2011

Website Link
http://www.maxis.com.my/main.asp

UC Commerce Ambassador Scholarships for International Undergraduate Student, in Economic and Business,New Zealand

Description
The ambassador programme is designed to recognise the academic and extracurricular achievement of international students studying at New Zealand secondary schools.

Eligibility
For international fee paying students who have attended a New Zealand secondary school and who are to begin the first year of a Bachelor of Commerce programme at the University of Canterbury.

Application Procedure

1. The application form and regulations can be downloaded from within the scholarship description; otherwise, there will be contact details for obtaining an application form.
2. Check carefully that you are eligible to apply, including that your intended degree qualifies.
3. International Students may apply unless the regulations specifically restrict the scholarship to NZ citizen or permanent resident.
4. Commence university/country entry and admission procedures and arrange any academic or language tests required.
5. Ensure that all the information requested is provided by the closing date. You may need to supply a birth certificate, school results, financial information and/or references.

Submission Deadline
31 January 2012

Website Link

http://www.canterbury.ac.nz/scholarshipsearch/ScholarshipDetails.

International Scholarship From Chinese Government, Chinese

Description
The Chinese Government Scholarship Scheme awards scholarships in China for international students. It is established by the Ministry of Education of P.R. China (hereinafter referred to as MOE) in accordance with educational exchange agreements or understandings reached between Chinese government and governments of other countries, organizations, education institutions and relevant international organizations to provide both full scholarships and partial scholarships to international students and scholars.

Eligibility

• Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens in good health.
• Education background and age limit: @ Applicants for undergraduate program must have senior high school diploma with good academic performance and be under the age of 25.  Applicants for master’s degree program must have bachelor’s degree and be under the age of 35.@ Applicants for doctoral degree program must have master’s degree and be under the age of 40.@ Applicants for Chinese training program must have senior high school diploma and be under the age of 35, Chinese language is the only subject available. @  Applicants for general scholar program must have completed at least two years of undergraduate study and be under the age of 45, all subjects besides Chinese language are available.@ Applicants for senior scholar program must have master’s degree or above, or hold academic titles of associate professor or above, and be under the age of 50.

Application Procedure
Applicants shall apply to Chinese diplomatic missions or dispatching authorities between January and April every year. Applicants may refer to the above authorities for deadlines for application.

The applicants must fill in and provide the following documents truly, correctly and completely (in duplicates).

• Application Form for Chinese Government Scholarship （filled in Chinese or English）Those who are available for online application shall fill in and print the application form after submitting it online.The CSC Online Application System for Study in China is available on http://laihua.csc.edu.cn .Those who cannot apply online shall contact the dispatching authorities to get the application form and fill it truly, correctly and completely.
• Highest diploma (notarized photocopy): University students or applicants employed shall also provide proof of studying or employment on application. Documents in languages other than Chinese or English must be attached with notarized translations in Chinese or English.
• Academic transcripts (notarized photocopy): Transcripts in languages other than Chinese or English must be attached with notarized translations in Chinese or English.
• A study or research plan. All applicants are required to submit a study or research plan. It must be in Chinese or in English.
• Recommendation letters: Applicants for postgraduate studies, or study in China as senior scholars must submit two letters of recommendation in Chinese or English from professors or associate professors. Applicants who apply in China shall submit the Admission Notice or Invitation Letter issued by the targeted university.
• Applicants for music studies are requested to submit a CD of the applicants’ own works. Applicants for fine arts programs must submit a CD of the applicants’ own works (including two sketches, two color paintings and two other works).
• Applicants under the age of 18 should submit the legal documents of their legal guardians in China.
• Photocopy of Foreigner Physical Examination Form (The original copy should be kept by the applicant. The form printed by Chinese quarantine authority could be downloaded from http://www.csc.edu.cn). The medical examinations must cover all the items listed in the Foreigner Physical Examination Form. Incomplete records or those without the signature of the attending physician, the official stamp of the hospital or a sealed photograph of the applicants are invalid. Please select the appropriate time to take medical examination due to the 6-months validity of the medical results.

The above documents should be forwarded to CSC by April 30th, 2010 via either the Chinese diplomatic mission in the applicant’s home country or the embassy of the applicant’s home country in China. Individual applications are not accepted by CSC. Application documents will not be returned.

Submission Deadline
between January and April every year

Website Link
http://en.csc.edu.cn/Laihua/

Overseas Student Scholarship Scheme at The University of Abertay Dundee, UK

Description
The Overseas Student Scholarship Fund is open to students living outside the European Union and the European Free Trade Area, who are liable to pay overseas tuition fees and whom the University of Abertay Dundee believes would bring to the University additional personal and academic qualities. The Fund will support individual scholarships based on academic merit,and/or personal achievement in either sports or music. They will be available for students enrolling for study at Abertay in September 2012.

Eligibility
You can only apply for a scholarship if you have submitted an application for a place on a degree or postgraduate programme at Abertay.

Application Procedure
Applications for scholarships must be completed in full and all required documents must be submitted with the completed scholarship application form. If you do not provide all of the information and documentation requested, your application will not be considered.

If possible applications should be scanned and submitted electronically as attachments. They should be sent to sro@abertay.ac.uk with the subject heading Scholarship Application. Alternatively they can be mailed (please send copies not originals) to arrive by the closing date to:
Scholarships
Student Recruitment Office
University of Abertay Dundee,
Bell Street
Dundee
DD1 1HG
United Kingdom

Submission Deadline
The University has set 31st January 2012 as the deadline for applications for the first round of awards. Two further rounds of applications for the academic year 2012/13 will be invited with deadlines of the 30th April and 31st July 2012.

Website Link

http://www.abertay.ac.uk/media/Overseas

National Scholarship Program For Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada

Description
National Scholarships are designed to recognize all-round excellence. They are awarded on the basis of outstanding academic performance to candidates who demonstrate ability for creative and innovative thought and a passion for the pursuit of learning. National Scholarships also recognize exceptional achievement in extracurricular activities such as the arts and athletics. A special emphasis is placed on a candidate's commitment to community service through ongoing contributions to school and community life

Eligibility
For scholarship consideration you must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident and have obtained a minimum overall academic average of 90% on all Grade 12U/M courses. National Scholarships are available only at Western's main campus and Faculty Entrance Scholarships are available only within the faculty for which the scholarship has been awarded. You must make an admission application to The University of Western Ontario (main campus) to be considered for these scholarships and you must register as a full-time student. International Baccalaureate and CEGEP students are eligible for consideration. The Beryl Ivey Continuing Entrance Award has a financial need component. A supplemental application in addition to the National Scholarship application is required for students to be considered.

Application Procedure
The following are documents must be submittet:

1. National Scholarship Application
2. School Nomination Form
3. Essay
4. Transcript
5. Beryl Ivey Continuing Entrance Award Supplemental Application
6. To be completed in addition to the National Scholarship Application *IF* you wish to be considered for the Beryl Ivey Continuing Entrance Award

Submission Deadline
Further information about the submission deadline can be obtained from the scholarship provider
Mailing Address
National Scholarship Program
Room 1140, Western Student Services Building
The University of Western Ontario
London, Ontario N6A 3K7

Website Link
http://www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/student-finances/scholarships-awards/national-scholarship/

SUMMER DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS FOR DISERTATION RESEARCH IN THE SUMMER OF 2012, USA

Description
The Graduate School of the University of North Dakota announces the availability of Summer Doctoral Fellowships of $5000, plus a waiver of tuition, to support doctoral students who will spend full time on their dissertation research in the summer of 2012.


Eligibility

• Must be enrolled as a doctoral student during the 2012 Spring Semester.
• Must not be graduating in August 2012.
• Must not hold a concurrent financial award for the summer without Graduate School approval.
• Must be committed to spending full time on the doctoral dissertation for a two and one-half month period, May 14 – August 3, 2012.
• Must register for at least six credits in the 2012 Summer Session, normally in 999 or 996 (or a maximum of one class other than research or dissertation credits in unusual circumstances).
• Must have an approved Topic Proposal for the Dissertation filed in The Graduate School.

Application Procedure
The application should be written clearly and should be comprehensible to those outside of the applicant’s field. Please do not simply copy your Proposal of Dissertation which is written for colleagues in your field. The application must include the following:

• An application letter (maximum one page single-spaced and 12 point font) describing (a) current academic status, (b) a projected schedule for the completion of doctoral study, and (c) a statement describing how the fellowship time will be spent.
• A statement (maximum two pages single-spaced) describing the study, including a description of the problem, current knowledge relative to the problem, the significance of the proposed research, the methods to be used in the research, and the anticipated results of the research. Statements over two pages will not be reviewed.
• A letter of recommendation from the student's advisor is required, along with a letter from a member of the student’s dissertation committee, and a letter from the department chair or graduate program director. If there is more than one application from a department, the chairperson may rank the applicants.
• The completed application and supporting recommendations must be filed with The Graduate School prior to the end of the business day on January 16, 2012.
• Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will be returned and not reviewed.

Submission Deadline
January 16, 2012

Website Link

http://graduateschool.und.edu/_files/docs/2012

 

AICPA Scholarship for Minority Accounting Students, USA

Description
The AICPA Minority Scholarship awards outstanding minority students to encourage their selection of accounting as a major and their ultimate entry into the profession. Funding is provided by the AICPA Foundation, with contributions from the Accounting Education Foundation of Texas Society of CPAs, the New Jersey Society of CPAs and Robert Half International. For over four decades, this program has provided over $14.6 million in scholarships to approximately 8,000 accounting scholars.

Eligibility

• An underrepresented minority in the accounting profession (e.g., Black or African American; Hispanic or Latino; Native American; or Asian American)
• Enrolled as a full-time undergraduate (12 semester hours or equivalent) or a full-time graduate level student (9 semester hours or equivalent) for the 2011-12 academic year. (Note: an exception may be made if you plan to participate in an internship program.)
• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate-level degree in an “accounting-related” major. (“Accounting-related” shall be as determined by Sponsor in Sponsor’s sole discretion.)
• Planning to pursue the CPA licensure but not presently be a CPA 
• Maintained an overall and major GPA of at least 3.3 (on a 4.0 scale) 
• Completed at least 30 semester hours (or equivalent) of college coursework, including at least 6 semester hours (or equivalent) in accounting, by end of spring 2011 
• Applied to or been accepted into a public or private, 501(c) four-year college or university located in the U.S. states or territories. The business program must be accredited by the AACSB and/or ACBSP. 
• An AICPA student affiliate member (or have submitted a new member application). Apply online at no cost: www.thiswaytocpa.com/aicpa-student-membership 
• A U.S. citizen or permanent resident (green card holder) 
• Some financial need (i.e., not receiving a full or partial scholarship(s) and/or grant(s) that cover and/or exceed one’s educational expenses)

Application Procedure
Please see the official website to learn more about the application procedure or end an email to: scholarships@aicpa.org.

Submission Deadline
April 1, 2012

Website Link
http://www.utb.edu/em/fa/Documents/Scholarships/

Summer Course of Collegiate Leaders in Environmental Health (CLEH), USA

Description
This is a 10-week summer environmental internship for undergraduate students who are passionate about the environment, interested in human health, and curious about how they are linked.

A healthy environment should be capable of sustaining a healthy population; however, with 7 billion people on the earth, there is a need for more sustainable interactions between humans and the environment. environmental issues such as overpopulation, air pollution, food shortage, natural disasters, water contamination, and exposure to toxic substances provide challenges to human health. Human influence on the environment is the main focus of environmental studies; however there is a growing need to evaluate the effect that the environment has on human populations.

Harmful environments can increase the risk of many health conditions: asthma, heart disease, cancer, neurological disease, infections, endocrine dysfunction, injuries, and more. Healthy environments, on the other hand, can promote good health in many ways—protecting people from toxic exposures, providing safe water and clean air, and encouraging healthy behaviors such as outdoor recreation.

The link between the environment and health is aptly referred to as “environmental health.” Environmental health is the discipline that focuses on the interrelationships between people and their environment, promotes human health and well-being, and fosters safe and healthy living. This branch of public health is concerned with all aspects of the natural and built environment that may affect human health.

Environmental health professionals engage in a broad and exciting range of activities—basic and applied research, direct health protection efforts such as disaster preparedness and response, health education, patient care, policy support, and more. For students interested in the environment, health, or both, few fields are more fascinating.

Eligibility

1. US citizenship or Permanent Resident with a green card
2. Full time enrollment at a college or university as a rising junior or rising senior by fall 2012
3. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, and
4. An academic major or demonstrated coursework concentration in environmental studies, environmental, physical, biological chemical and/or social sciences (if applicants are not majoring in one of these areas they can make the case for why their major or interests are applicable to this internship in essay #2)

Note: Seniors graduating in Spring 2012 will not be accepted to this program.

Application Procedure

• Application deadline: Wednesday, February 1, 2012 (Application)
• Notification to intern of acceptance: Friday, March 16, 2012
• Acceptance of internship offer by student and initiation of paperwork: Wednesday, March 21, 2012
• Internship dates: Wednesday, June 13, 2012 – Friday, August 17, 2012

Note: CDC has partnered with The Department of Energy (DOE)/Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) for the implementation of this program. CDC will review applications and make final award selections.

Submission Deadline
February 1, 2012

Website Link
http://www.cdc.gov/nceh/cleh/overview.htm

Master and Undergraduate Schoarship at Mid Sweden University, Sweden

Description
For high performing students applying to a study programme at Mid Sweden University, we are offering a number of scholarships which will result in a fee reduction of the tuition fee with 70 000 SEK.

Students who have applied to a study programme at Mid Sweden University starting autumn term 2012, and who are required to pay tuition fees are welcome to apply for a Mid Sweden University Tuition fee Scholarship. Last day to apply is February 10. The scholarships are awarded on basis of academic excellence. The scholarship value is deducted from the tuition fees.

Eligibility
The Mid Sweden University Tuition fee Scholarship is targeted at top academic students from countries outside the EU/EEA (and Switzerland). This scholarship programme is not open for students from the following 12 countries: Bangladesh, Bolivia, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mali, Mozambique, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia. Students from these countries instead have the possibility to apply for the Swedish Institute Study Scholarship.

Students who have applied to one of the following study programmes at Mid Sweden University starting autumn term 2012, and who are required to pay tuition fees are welcome to apply for a Mid Sweden University Tuition fee Scholarship. The scholarships can be applied for by students of the following programmes:

    International Bachelor's Programme in Ecotechnology, 180 credits
    International Master's Programme in Ecotechnology and Sustainable Development, 120 credits
    International Master's Programme in Computer Engineering, 120 credits
    International Master's Programme in Electronics Design, 120 credits
    Master in Business Administration, Marketing and Management, 60 credits
    Master in Tourism studies, 60 credits
    Master in Tourism, 120 credits

To be awarded a scholarship, the following conditions must be met:

• The applicant must be admitted to one of the above mentioned programmes starting in the autumn term 2012.
• The applicant must be citizen of a country outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland, except from the following 12 countries: Bangladesh, Bolivia, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mali, Mozambique, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia.
• The applicant must be required to pay a tuition fee.

Application Procedure
The applicant apply for the scholarship after he/she have applied to be admitted to study at Mid Sweden University at www.universityadmissions.se. The application for the scholarship is done by filling out the online application. The academic excellence of applicant will be assessed in accordance with the supporting documents sent in when first applying for studies at Mid Sweden University. The applicant does not have to send in the supporting documents again

Contact
Questions regarding the scholarship can be sent to International Officer at Mid Sweden University, Linda Vikström e-mail address: linda.vikstrom@miun.se  Questions regarding studies at Mid Sweden University and student life can be sent to the International Desk at Mid Sweden University, e-mail address: internationaldesk@miun.se

Submission Deadine
Febuary 10, 2012.

Website Link
http://www.miun.se/en/Education/Find-Your-Education/International-Programmes/Scholarship/Tuition-fee-Scholarship-Mid-Sweden-University-/

Santander Scholarships for Master Students at Oxford Brookes University, UK

Description
Santander is awarding postgraduate scholarships to new master's students at Oxford Brookes on an annual basis. This year up to four awards of £5,000 will be made to students starting their programmes in September 2012. Successful applicants will also receive a further 10% discount on their tuition fees from Oxford Brookes.

For the past four years Santander has awarded postgraduate scholarships to the new master's students at Oxford Brookes on an annual basis. The scholarship fund aims to reward the most academically gifted students from Universities that are supported by the Santander Universidades Scheme.

Eligibility

1. a national from one of the Santander network countries listed above;
2. studying at, or a graduate from, a university in the Santander Universidades scheme;
3. expecting to have, or already have, a good UK bachelor honours degree or equivalent degree from your home country;
4. in possession of a formal offer to a full time master's degree at Oxford Brookes University for the following year.

The award is given to students from named institutions in the following countries:
Argentina, Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Russia, Singapore, Spain, Portugal,    Uruguay, USA, UK

Application Procedure
To apply please complete the application form below:
Download an Application Form (includes Notes for Guidance)

Please note: Under the terms of the scheme, contact details for all applicants who apply for this award will be passed on to Santander.

For further information or if you have any questions about the scheme, please contact:

Judith Powell
Taught Postgraduate Administrator
+44 (0) 1865 483713
pgt-admin@brookes.ac.uk

Submission Deadline
The deadline for receipt of applications is Friday 29 June 2012.

Website Link
http://www.business.brookes.ac.uk/postgraduate/scholarships/

WWF Prince Bernhard Scholarships for Nature Conservation,

Description
The WWF Prince Bernhard Scholarships (PBS) are awarded to individuals from East and South who wish to pursue formal studies or professional training in the field of conservation.

Under the patronage of the late HRH Prince Bernhard of the Netherlands and to pay a lasting tribute to the Founder President of WWF and "The 1001: A Nature Trust", the Prince Bernhard Scholarship Fund for Nature Conservation was created in 1991 to help build conservation expertise and leadership in the developing world.

With the generous support of The 1001: A Nature Trust, the aim of the WWF Prince Bernhard Scholarships is to provide financial support to individuals who wish to pursue short-term professional training or formal studies that will help them contribute more effectively to conservation efforts in their country. Each scholarship empowers a dedicated conservationist to build his or her capacity. In turn, these people are in a position to share the benefits of their knowledge and skills with others and so spread the benefits.

Eligibility
As a priority, the PBS support mid-career training (up to a maximum of one year) for individuals working in the field of conservation or associated disciplines directly relevant to the delivery and promotion of conservation. Applications from candidates doing multiple-year studies will only be considered if the applicant is applying for support for the last year of studies.

Applications are encouraged from people seeking to build skills in specific subjects that will enhance their contribution to nature conservation. In particular, women and people working for non-governmental or community-based organizations are encouraged to apply.

Only nationals from Africa/Madagascar, Asia/Pacific, Latin America & Carribean, Eastern Europe & Middle East will be considered, including WWF staff or candidates working as partners with WWF. Preference is given to those seeking support for studies in their own country or region, and applicants must provide written proof of acceptance on a course.

Application Procedure
Applications (the form can be downloaded with information in English, French & Spanish posted to the right of this page) should be submitted to the candidate's nearest WWF Office or Associate and the deadline for submission is mid-January of each year (the WWF Office Contacts for the Application can also be downloaded to the right).

Each WWF Office or Associate carries out an initial screening of the applications they have received to make their recommendations to the PBS selection committee, which meets in March or April each year; only those applications recommended by a WWF Office or Associate will be considered.

Submission Deadline
11 JANUARY 2012

Website Link
http://wwf.panda.org/how_you_can_help/volunteer/prince_bernhard_scholarships/

McNally Smith Premier Scholarships for Undergraduate Students in Music Studies, USA

Description
In addition to federal and state grant and student loan funding, students may apply for McNally Smith College of Music Scholarships. Scholarship opportunities are available for incoming and returning students. Scholarship amounts are based upon full-time attendance and will be adjusted for students who attend less than full-time.

Scholarships for undergraduates are offered in the following disciplines:

• Music Studies (keyboards, percussion, guitar, bass, voice, trumpet, trombone, flute, clarinet, saxophone, violin, viola, cello, upright bass)
• Music Business
• Music Production (music production, recording engineer, live sound, hip hop)
• Contemporary Writing (songwriting and instrumental composition)

Eligibility

• All incoming students are automatically considered for a scholarship based upon admission requirements and audition/work sample evaluations (no scholarship application is required). However, students must submit a 2012–2013 FAFSA application by March 1, 2012 to determine financial need.
• All returning students are automatically considered for a scholarship based upon their cumulative GPA. (No application is required.)
• Premier Scholarships (Excellence in Music Performance, Excellence in Music Production, Conclave Music Business, Hip-Hop) are open to all incoming and returning students. To be considered for Premier Scholarships, students MUST complete the online Premier Scholarship application.
• All applicants must meet the requirements of being successfully admitted to the college, including passing auditions and submitting demos, as required by the admission office for that field of study. Applicants must have completed the necessary admissions requirements to be provisionally accepted into a program of study at McNally Smith College of Music.
• Scholarships are only awarded to distinguished applicants, therefore not all scholarships are awarded each academic year.

Application Procedure

• Results set forth on the audition evaluation (performance or recording technology).
• Academic promise as reflected in grade transcripts, SAT scores and/or ACT scores.
• Answers to essay questions and responses to other application questions.
• Verifiable financial need (FAFSA).
• Letters of recommendation.
• Applicant’s record of extracurricular activities.
• For Premier Scholarships, applicants must complete the online Premier Scholarship application.

Submission Deadline
March 1, 2012

Website Link
http://www.mcnallysmith.edu/financial/scholarships.aspx

SI Scholarships for East Europe for master’s level studies, Sweden

Description
The objective of the scholarship program is to promote democratic, economic and social development through supporting know-how and transfer of knowledge to advanced students within areas in which Sweden is at the forefront of academic research. The scholarship covers both the tuition fee (which is paid directly to the Swedish university/university college by the Swedish Institute) and living expenses to the amount of SEK 8,000 per month.

The scholarship is only awarded for programs starting in fall semester. The scholarships are usually granted for one academic year, i.e. for two semesters at a time, but will be extended for programs longer than two semesters provided that study results are satisfactory.  The scholarship is designed to cover living costs for the scholarship holder. There are no grants for family members.

Eligibility
The scholarships are intended for guest students from Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Georgia, Kosovo, Moldova, Serbia for full time temporary studies in Sweden starting in fall semester. There is no age limit for scholarship holders. You are not eligible for this scholarship if any of the following is true:

1. You have already lived in Sweden for two years or more when the scholarship period is due to begin.
2. You have a Swedish permanent residence permit or a work permit.
3. You have a previously been awarded a Swedish Institute scholarship for Master’s level studies or research at a Swedish university. However, students who have attended the Swedish Institute Summer University may apply.
4. You already hold a master's degree from a Swedish university/university college.

Application Procedure
Information about scholarships for the academic year 2012/2013 will be published in due course. The application period for study programs starting fall semester 2012 will open in December 2011.

Submission Deadline
The deadline will be informed later by the scholarship Provider

Website Link
http://www.studyinsweden.se/Scholarships/SI-scholarships/SI-Scholarships-for-East-Europe/