July, 2010 | Scholarship for Nigerians and Africans - Part 14

Istanbul Sehir University

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Istanbul Sehir University, established in 2008, will open its doors for the very first students with 4 faculties and 10 departments. The university invites international applicants to come study in Istanbul, Turkey.

  • Duration of Study: At our university, as is the common practice in Turkey, undergraduate programs are 4 years. However, you may shorten this time by taking courses in summer school.
  • Language of Instruction: The medium of instruction at our university is English. Students whose English level is not sufficient will go through one year of English Preparatory Program.
  • Structure of Education: Undergraduate programs are 4 years. All undergraduate programs will follow a common core curriculum in the first year of study. Upon successful completion of first year, students will be given the option to change their departments.
  • Double Major and Minor Opportunities: Under the Double Major Program you may follow two undergraduate programs and receive two diplomas. With our Minor Programs, you will be able to receive a certificate that supports your major.

Faculties and departments-

The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences:
Psychology
Political Science and International Relations
Sociology
History
Turkish Language and Literature

The Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences:
Computer Engineering
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Industrial Engineering

The Faculty of Business and Management
Management

The Faculty of Communications:
Cinema and Television

Eligibility:

All international students must be either graduates or in their final year of schools equivalent to Turkish High Schools.  Here you can find the quotas for each department.

Scholarships

The entire quota of international students entering the university in the 2010-2011 academic year will be given a full scholarship (including tuition fees, accommodation and health insurance).

Accommodation:
International students entering the university for the 2010-2011 academic year will be provided rooms in the dormitories free of charge.

Health Services and Insurance:
The university will provide health insurance for all international students in the 2010-2011 academic year.


Required documents
1. Undergraduate Application Form for international students,
2. Certified English or Turkish translation of your diploma (if available) (your original diploma and a certificate showing equivalency to the Turkish high school diploma will be requested at registration),
3. Certified English or Turkish translation of your transcript (the document, approved by the school administration showing high school courses taken and grades received by the applicant),
4. Certified English or Turkish translation of your national ID card or passport,
5. A copy of your exam results (if available) indicating English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, etc),
6. One passport size photo (4.5cm x 6 cm),
7. Certified English or Turkish translation of one of the test results (you can find the list on the official website)

Evaluation op applications:
The evaluation of applications and the placement of applicants will be carried out by the Istanbul ?ehir University Admissions Committee. The Admissions Committee may accept some applicants who have fulfilled the requirements after preliminary consideration. Applicants without any test results, if considered appropriate, will be called to take the International Students Entrance Exam.

Results:
The names of accepted candidates will be announced on the university’s web site and applicants will be notified online. Students who confirm the notification will be sent a letter of acceptance via mail and online. Applicants must then present their acceptance letter, together with all other required forms, to the Turkish Embassy or Consulate in their countries to receive a student visa.

Application, evaluation and registration dates:
Application dates: June 28 – August 2 (Monday), 2010.
Preliminary evaluation: August 3 – August 6, 2010.
Exam: August 12 (Thursday) 2010.
Announcement of the Exam Results: August 16 (Monday), 2010.
Registration dates: August 31 – September 3, 2010.

Application:

Applicants may apply online or via mail till 2nd of the August 2010.

Contact address:
Istanbul Sehir University,
Student Affairs Office,
Ahmet Bayman Cad. No. 2,
Seyrantepe-?i?li, Istanbul, Turkey

Email: admissions@sehir.edu.tr

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Monash South Africa scholarship

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These scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit and are available to South African and international students. Only students who are school-leavers (Year 12 or equivalent) and who achieve exceptionally high academic results will be considered for a Monash South Africa scholarship.

The scholarships are valued at a maximum of 50 – 100 per cent of the annual course fee and are available for full-time study only. Scholarships do not cover other costs such as accommodation, travel and textbooks.

Scholarships are renewable each year, providing that students maintain a high academic achievement. At the end of each year, the Bursary and Scholarships Committee will assess students’ performance and determine whether they are eligible to continue to receive the scholarship.

To be eligible for a scholarship you must first be accepted into a course at Monash South Africa.

Application deadline: 31 December

The Student Services Centre can be contacted on telephone +27 11 950 4128/4221 or via email at musa-ssc@adm.monash.edu

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The George J. Mitchell Scholarships

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Job Description: The George J. Mitchell Scholarships are named in honor of former U.S. Senator George J. Mitchell for his pivotal contribution to the Northern Ireland peace process. These scholarships allow American post-graduates to pursue one year of study at institutions of higher learning in Ireland and Northern Ireland. There are no restrictions concerning academic field of study.

Eligibility:

To qualify for the 2011 Mitchell Scholarships, applicants must:

1. Be US citizens Be at least 18 years old but not yet 30 on October 1, 2010.

2. Have a Bachelor’s degree before study begins under the Mitchell Scholarship in Fall of 2011.

3. Be enrolled at or a graduate of UNC-CH.

4. Have a 3.8 GPA.

5. Must demonstrate both academic distinction and potential for leadership.

Application Process:

1. Preliminary Application (Due September 2, 2010 by 12:00 p.m.). Please submit one original of the following items (single sided, unstapled) to the UNC ODS by the above deadline:
1. Application Form: The 2011 forms will be available from the Mitchell Scholarship Website here. Please register your campus representative as Professor Linda Dykstra ( ods@unc.eduThis e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ).

2. Personal Statement: 1,000 words maximum.

3. Letters of recommendation. At least 3 letters delivered directly to the UNC ODS by your reference. UNC recommends giving references this letter.

4. Original Transcript: One for each college or University attended (UNC transcripts can be ordered through the Registrar at no cost if delivered to UNC Offices).

5. Proof of American citizenship to be considered for the UNC endorsement.
2. UNC Interviews (Mid September: Please contact us ASAP if you anticipate any conflicts) : Based on your preliminary application, students will be invited to interview with the UNC Mitchell Committee. Students unavailable for on-campus interviews must contact the ODS one month in advance to discuss other available options.

3. Revise Applications: Those students nominated by the UNC committee (this number varies based on the regions from where applicants can apply) will have two weeks to revise all parts of their application with assistance from the ODS.

4. Final Submission (Deadline: First week of October, 2010): The regional application will be submitted online with the assistance of the ODS. Hard copy materials will be sent to the regional Mitchell committee by the ODS.

5. Finalists will be flown to Washington for an interview before the national selection committee in November, 2010.

Application Deadline 2nd September 2010

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