Masters Degree | Scholarship for Nigerians and Africans - Part 252

Grants and Scholarships

Since its founding in 1964, the promise of Schiller International University has been to provide not only an exemplary universal education, but vital personal and cultural development as well. Our students have the freedom to transfer to any of our campuses—located in exciting cities worldwide—easily and without academic consequence. This amazing opportunity fosters invaluable cultural growth as Schiller International University’s student body represents more than 100 countries.

Schiller International University’s pride lies in our students. Enrollment is small by design to ensure individualized attention to our students’ needs. Whether it is an academic question or help with the transition to a new culture, our experienced, compassionate staff is always available for assistance. We also offer online courses at the convenience of students and professionals everywhere.

The relationships and experiences gained at Schiller International University’s campuses provide a solid personal, educational and international foundation for success. An education from Schiller International University unlocks the entire world.

National Academy of Science Grants-in-Aid of Research

(The Sigma Xi Grants-in-Aid of Research (GIAR) program has been providing undergraduate and graduate students with valuable educational experiences for more than 80 years. By encouraging close working relationships between students and faculty, the program promotes scientific excellence and achievement through hands-on learning.

The program awards grants of up to $1,000 to students from all areas of the sciences and engineering. Designated funds from the National Academy of Sciences allow for grants of up to $5,000 for astronomy research and $2,500 for vision related research. Students use the funding to pay for travel expenses to and from a research site, or for purchase of non-standard laboratory equipment necessary to complete a specific research project.

Application Deadlines: March 15 and October 15 annually.

George Terry Memorial Scholarship 2011, New Zealand

: This scholarship is supported by the gift of $1,500 by Mr F. Terry of Ngongotaha in memory of his son, a graduate of Massey College who was killed in action in Italy in July 1944.

1. The George Terry Memorial Scholarship shall have a value determined each year from the interest earned on the capital and be open to all students of Massey University enrolled in an honours degree or postgraduate diploma in Applied Academic Programme disciplines relevant to agriculture or horticulture (prefix of 111, 112, 117, 119, 138, 171, 188, 189, 238 or 239).

2.The scholarship shall be awarded as funds permit on the recommendation of the Applied Academic Programmes Scholarships Committee provided that applications are of sufficient merit. The award shall be based on the candidate’s academic attainment.

3.In recommending the award of the scholarship the Applied Academic Programmes Scholarships Committee shall take account of other scholarships and bursaries held with a view to achieving a reasonable distribution of monies among qualifying candidates.

4.The monies shall be paid in May.

5.Applications close with the Scholarships Office, Graduate Research School on 10 March in the year in which the award is to be made. Application forms (ASSC.3) are available from Massey Contact, 0800 627 739.

E-mail: Contact@massey.ac.nz

Application Deadline 10/03/2011

For further scholarship information