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Brief description:
Chosen by the University of Coventry’s Deputy Vice Chancellor (International Development), Professor David Pilsbury, the successful recipients of the Global Leaders Scholarship will be awarded to three aspirational international students who can demonstrate their drive and ambition to become international global leaders of the future.
Host Institution(s):
Coventry University, UK
Level/Field of study:
Number of Awards:
3
Target group:
International students
Scholarship value/inclusions/duration:
Each award is worth up to £10,000.  Continuing funding over years 2 and 3 is possible but is subject to students passing each year with a minimum average grade of 55% and the attendance legally required to satisfy visa requirements
Eligibility:
In order to be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:
  • • Be an international fee paying and self-funded student
  • • Have been offered a place to study at one of Coventry University’s full-time undergraduate courses
  • • Hold at least two of three A-levels at grade A (or hold equivalent qualifications).
  • • Submit a scholarship application including a statement of support which should not exceed 500 words prior to the application deadline of 30 June 2017.
  • • Your statement of support should state succinctly the outstanding leadership skills that you have demonstrated prior to study in addition to how you will use the knowledge gained from your chosen degree programme to become a future global leader.
Application instructions:
Before you apply for this scholarship you must have completed an application for a September 2017 course. The scholarship application form will require you to provide your Application ID. You must submit a scholarship application including a statement of support which should not exceed 500 words prior to the application deadline of 30 June 2017.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
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Brief description:
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology（MEXT）offers scholarships to international students who wish to study at Japanese universities as undergraduate students under the Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship Program for 2018.
Host Institution(s):
Universities in Japan
Fields of study:
Those who wish to study in Japan as an undergraduate student must choose a field of major from two major fields: (1) Social Sciences and Humanities and (2) Natural Sciences.
Please refer to the official website for detailed list of eligible fields of study.
Number of Scholarships:
Not specified.
Target group:
Nationals of countries which has diplomatic relations with the Japanese government.
Scholarship Benefits/Durations:
The scholarship includes tuition and other fees, allowance of 117,000 yen per month, an additional monthly stipend of 2,000 or 3,000 yen may be provided to those undertaking study or research in specially designated regions, and travel costs to and from Japan. Please refer to the official website for full scholarship benefits.
The scholarship period will last for five years from April 2018 to March 2023, including the one-year preparatory education in the Japanese language and other subjects due to be provided upon arrival in Japan.
Eligibility:
(1) Nationality: Applicants must have the nationality of a country that has diplomatic relations with Japan. An applicant who has Japanese nationality at the time of application is not eligible. However, persons with dual nationality who hold Japanese nationality and whose place of residence at the time of application is outside of Japan are eligible to apply as long as they choose the nationality of the foreign country and give up their Japanese nationality by the date of their arrival in Japan. Applicant screening will be conducted at the Japanese diplomatic mission in the applicant’s country
(2) Age: Applicants, in principle, must have been born between April 2, 1996 and April 1, 2001.
(3) Academic Background: Applicants must meet one of the following conditions:
  1. Must have completed 12 years of school education, or are expected to complete said education by March 2018. (However, for applicants wishing to enroll from the autumn term through direct placement, applicants must be expected to complete the 12 years of school education by August 2018.)
  2. Must have completed an educational course at a school equivalent to a high school, or are expected to complete the course by 2018. (However, those desiring direct placement are excluded.)
  3. Other than the qualifications in 1 and 2 above, must have qualifications deemed to be suitable for enrollment in a Japanese university at the time of application.
(4) Japanese Language: Applicants must be willing to learn Japanese. Applicants must be interested in Japan and be willing to deepen their understanding of Japan after arriving in Japan. In addition, in principle, applicants must be willing to carry out their academic studies in Japan in Japanese.
(5) Health: Applicants must submit a health certificate in the prescribed format signed by a physician attesting that the applicant has no physical or mental conditions hindering the applicant’s study in Japan.
(7) Arrival in Japan: In principle, applicants must be able to arrive in Japan between the 1st and 7th of April 2018. If an applicant is to enroll in his/her university from the fall semester through direct placement, he or she must be able to leave for and arrive in Japan by the date specified by the accepting university.
(7) Visa Requirement: The applicant shall receive a “Student” visa, as stipulated in Appended Table 1(4) of the Immigration Act, and enter Japan with the residence status of “Student.” In regards to the visa, it should, in principle, be issued at the Japanese diplomatic mission in the applicant’s country.
Please refer to the official website for complete eligibility criteria and conditions of the scholarship.
Application Instructions:
Applicants must submit the required documents to the Japanese diplomatic mission in the applicant’s country by the required deadline. Because the application process differs according to the country in which the Japanese embassy is located, please inquire at the Japanese embassy or consulate general in your country for details.  The deadline of the applications differ varies per country.
It is important to read to visit the official website (links found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
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York University is a public research university in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is Canada’s third-largest university. York University has approximately 53,000 students, 7,000 faculties and staff, and 295,000 alumni worldwide.
To gain admission, students must demonstrate language proficiency in their program’s language of instruction.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing the undergraduate programme.

Study Subject: Scholarships are awarded to study the subjects offered by the university.

Scholarship Award:
International Circle of Scholars Scholarships: $15,000
Global Leader of Tomorrow Award ($20,000 x 4 years): $80,000
International Entrance Scholarship ($35,000 x 4 years): $140,000

Scholarship can be taken in Canada

Eligibility:
International Circle of Scholars Scholarships
  • Highest academic average
  • Demonstrated leadership skill
  • Must be nominated by high school. York requests that only one candidate be nominated per school.
  • By submitting this application, you will also be considered for the other available international scholarships requiring an application.
Global Leader of Tomorrow Award
  • Highest academic average
  • Leadership and demonstrated skills
  • To renew – must have a high academic standing (7.80 on a 9-point York scale) in each academic year at York
  • By submitting this application, you will also be considered for the other available international scholarships requiring an application.
International Entrance Scholarship
  • Highest academic average
  • Demonstrated leadership skill
  • Letters of recommendation
  • To renew – maintain a high academic standing (7.80 on a 9-point York scale) in each academic year at York.
  • By submitting this application, you will also be considered for the other available international scholarships requiring an application.
Nationality: International students can apply for these scholarships.

College Admission Requirement
Entrance Requirement: For Ontario high school students, the minimum admission requirement is the completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, and six 4U/M courses, including ENG4U. Students may also be required to fulfil Faculty or program-specific prerequisites.
English Language Requirement: Programs at Keele Campus are offered in English, while programs at Glendon Campus are offered in a bilingual environment (English and French). To gain admission, students must demonstrate language proficiency in their program’s language of instruction. These are general guidelines only. Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. York University reserves the right to require a successfully completed language proficiency test.

How to Apply:
  • Meet minimum admission requirements
  • Meet program-specific requirements
  • Know the application deadlines
  • Submit application
  • Submit all required documentation
  • Consider a modified admission request (for students with a diagnosed physical, learning or mental health disability)
  • Check on Transfer Credit for Advanced Placement
The following requirements apply to all applicants applying to undergraduate degree or certificate studies at York University.
  • Official Transcripts (all students are required to submit official transcripts except those qualifying as Mature applicants or as Visiting Students on a Letter of Permission)
  • Course Descriptions (for any postsecondary work taken outside of North America)
  • Language Proficiency Requirements
  • Supplementary Application
Schulich School of Business (accessed through the Schulich Web site)
Faculty of Education (accessed via MyFile)
Social Work (not applicable to Canadian high-school applicants) (accessed via MyFile)
  • Supplementary Evaluation process (School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design)

Application Deadline: The application deadline is February 15, 2017.

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Through a $13 million partnership with The MasterCard Foundation, Ashesi University College will be awarding significant financial support to qualified undergraduate students who need such assistance to pursue bachelors degree.
Half of the scholarships funded by the Master Card Foundation will be awarded to non-Ghanaians. This scholarship covers not only the full tuition, but also includes housing in Ashesi’s residence halls, meals on campus, a free laptop, spending money and annual trips home for international students after the second year.
Application Deadline: 29th June 2017
About the Award: Typically, scholarships are awarded to students from low income and middle income families. Any family that cannot afford the full fees should complete a financial aid application form and return it with their admissions application. The Scholarship Committee will determine the amount of your award on the basis of demonstrated need and the strength of your application.
Number of Awards: Limited

 Value of Scholarship
Scholars at Ashesi represent some of the best and brightest students from across the African continent, and will receive a holistic education that includes:
  • Comprehensive Scholarships: Students receive financial support for fees, books and supplies, transportation, accommodation, and stipends
  • Life-long Skills: Scholars at Ashesi benefit from enrichment in skill areas relevant to success, such as critical thinking, communications, and entrepreneurship.
  • Transition Support: Scholars will receive support during their transition into Ashesi, and the workforce, with mentoring, career counseling, internships and other life skills coaching.
  • Give-Back Component: An integral component s the commitment to give back to their communities. Students will get to actively work on this through volunteer and community service opportunities.
  • Career Opportunities : Since Ashesi’s inception, some 90% of our graduates have stayed to work and contribute to growth and development in Africa; over 95% our graduates receive job offers within months of graduation.
  • A Global Alumni Network: Graduates of the Programme will be connected through a network that offers information, resources, and opportunities to learn from other scholars and Ashesi graduates around the world.
Duration of Program: 4 years
How to apply: 
  • (However, if you would prefer to fill a paper application, download the forms below) 
    Submit your Completed Forms:
    By Post:
    Admissions Office
    Ashesi University College
    PMB CT3, Cantonments,
    Accra, Ghana
    By E-mail:
    Scan completed application and email to: admissions@ashesi.edu.gh
    In-Person:
    Ashesi University College,
    1 University Avenue,
    Berekuso, Ghana
    Visit Scholarship Webpage for Details.
    Important Note: The admissions office can only process your application upon receipt of the proof of payment. The university is not liable for payments transferred into the wrong account or those which may not, due to bank error, reflect in Ashesi’s bank account.


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    Undergraduate Applicants


    It is announced for the information of prospective Applicants (WASSCE/SSSCE/ADVANCED LEVEL/MATURE/ABCE/GBCE AND IB CANDIDATES) and the general public that applications to Degree/Top-Up Programmes of Study at the University for the 2017/2018 Academic Year are now open.

    Applicants who have Examination Results as at the time of application and applicants who will be writing WASSCE in May/June, 2017 are Eligible to Apply.



    Graduate Applicants (CLOSED)

    Admission of Candidates to Research or Higher Degree Programmes, 2016/2017 Academic Year. Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission to research and higher degree programmes (MSc/MFA/MA/MBA/EMBA/MPH/M.PHARM/M.PHIL/PhD). 

    Distance Learning Applicants  (CLOSED)

    It is announced for the information of prospective Applicants and the general public that Applications for Admission to Diploma & Top-up Degree Programmes to Undergraduate and Postgraduate Degree Programmes of the University through the Distance Learning Mode for the 2016/2017 Academic Year are now CLOSED. 


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    The Ghanaian Engineers & Architects Association of America (GEAAA) announces its Annual Scholarships & Grants availability for students from secondary, university and other tertiary institutions as well as researchers.The attention of applicants are directed to the eligibility requirements and the deadline to submit applications with all supporting documents.All applications and supporting documents must be submitted electronically to info@geaaa.usInformation about the Scholarship /Grant Programs including eligibility criteria and format for application can be obtained here

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    These Commonwealth Master's Scholarships allow successful applicants to benefit from the expertise provided by universities in low and middle income countries around the Commonwealth. They are majority funded by the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP).
    The scholarships give talented students – who can be from any Commonwealth country other than the host country – the opportunity to gain a Master's degree while developing new skills and experiencing life in another country.

    The scholarships

    • The scholarships are fully-funded. They provide full tuition fees, a return economy flight, an arrival allowance, and a regular stipend (living allowance).
    • They are for Master's courses only and are not applicable to distance learning courses.

    Eligibility

    • Applicants must be a citizen of a Commonwealth country other than the host country.
    • Applicants must hold a Bachelors degree of at least upper second level.

    2017 scholarships

    We are currently offering 17 scholarships, tenable at ACU member universities in 10 low and middle income Commonwealth countries. For more information about each scholarship and to apply, see the links below.

    Bangladesh – University of Dhaka, one scholarship available (all Master's courses) – find out more and apply
    Botswana – University of Botswana, one scholarship available (MSc Mechanical Engineering only) – find out more and apply

    Ghana – Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), two scholarships available (all Master's courses) – find out more and apply
    Ghana – University of Ghana, one scholarship available (all Master's courses) – find out more and apply
    Kenya – Kenyatta University, Maseno University, Moi University, The Technical University of Kenya, and/or University of Nairobi, three scholarships available (all Master's courses) – find out more and apply

    Mauritius – University of Mauritius, one scholarship available (all Master's courses) – find out more and apply

    Pakistan – COMSATS Institute of Information Technology (CIIT), three scholarships available (various Master's subjects) – find out more and apply

    Swaziland – University of Swaziland, one scholarship available (Agricultural, Environmental, Food, and Animal Sciences Master's only) – find out more and apply
    Tanzania – University of Dar es Salaam, one scholarship available (Agriculture, Climate Change, Economics, Engineering, and Natural Resources courses only) – find out more and apply
    Uganda – Islamic University in Uganda, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Uganda Christian University, and/or Uganda Martyrs University, two scholarships available (various Master's subjects) – find out more and apply
    West Indies – University of the West Indies, one scholarship available (various Master's subjects) – find out more and apply

    Closing date

    All applications close on 10 March 2017 at midnight GMT.

    Visit the official website here

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    The Youth in Paid Internship Program 

    The Youth Employment Agency has introduced A New Module, The Youth in Paid Internship which makes it possible for National Service Persons and tertiary students to have paid internships in any district of their choice.

     To to participate in this program,  you just need to send your details to  Ken and pay for your registration fee of Ghc10.  The payment of the registration fee is made via mobile money. The  required details to be sent are:

    Required Information

    1. Name.......
    2. Date of birth
    3. Voter registration number
    4. Mobile number
    5. Gender eg. Male/Female
    6. Marital Status
    7. Place of birth
    8. District
    9. Qualification eg. Diploma/degree/HND
    10. Place of posting of your service or internship
    11. Emergency contact name and number

    Work Preference 

    12. Region
    13. District
    14.Town

     Contact Ken on 0240659009 for more details.

     Note that recruitment begins soon.


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    The University of Toronto MasterCard Foundation Scholars Programme  is offering Undergraduate scholarships to sub-Saharan African Students for 2017/2018 academic session.
    Eligible Field of Study

    First-entry undergraduate programs in either the Faculty of Arts and Science or the Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering
    About Scholarship

    If you are a student from Sub-Saharan Africa who has demonstrated your academic talent, are personally committed to giving back to your country, yet face significant economic barriers, then you are invited to apply to The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Programme.
    The University of Toronto MasterCard Foundation are pleased to offer The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Programme at the University of Toronto to develop Africa’s next generation of leaders.
    Thanks to the Foundation’s visionary support, U of T can now provide 67 African students with one of the world’s top-ranked educations—in one of the world’s most multi-cultural cities. The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Programme opens up boundless opportunities for  young Africans from economically disadvantaged communities, but with academic talent, potential to lead, and motivation to make a difference. As U of T graduates and global citizens, they will return to Africa with the tools to change lives within their communities and across borders.
    Offered Since:  2013/2014 academic year
    Type: Undergraduate Scholarships for African students
    Selection Criteria and Eligibility

    The Toronto MasterCard Foundation Scholars Programme is open to you if you are a resident and citizen of a Sub-Saharan Africa country. You must be a first-time applicant to the University of Toronto who has not yet begun university study elsewhere. If you are a transfer student, you are not eligible for the Program.
    In order to be eligible for the Toronto MasterCard Foundation Scholars Programme, you must:

    1.     be a resident and a graduating high school student of a country within Sub-Saharan Africa;

    2.    demonstrate financial need correspondent to that of the lowest two quintiles of your country;

    3.     have very strong academic results within your school system;

    4.   have a record of leadership and extracurricular involvement;

    5.     maintain a strong desire to return to Africa to assist and work towards enhanced regional socioeconomic development;

    6.  be graduating from a recognized secondary school, or have completed the necessary academic requirements; and

    7.  fulfill the necessary English requirements (dependent on country);
    Please note that both academic and English requirements differ based on the country and educational system you are coming from.
    Number of Scholarships: 67 scholarships will be offered throughout the life of the program
    Value of Scholarship:

    1.  If selected, you will receive a scholarship equivalent to the costs related to attaining a Bachelor’s degree, including travel, tuition, textbooks, housing, food, and living expenses. You will also receive financial, academic, social, and post-graduation support which will enable you to build experiences and competencies critical for academic success.

    2.  Internships: The program includes two unpaid internships. The first will take place in the Toronto area for three months during your second summer to provide local practical work experience and skills. The second internship will take place in Africa during your third summer.

    3.   There will be funding available to help you with the cost of a passport. If you do not own a passport, the program will aid in passport applications and related costs.
    Duration of Scholarship: for a four-year undergraduate degree
    Eligible Countries: Sub-Saharan Africa


    To be taken at (country): University of Toronto. Canada
    How to Apply: To apply for the scholarship and for admission, you must submit an online application.
    A completed application includes the following components:

    1.   A completed online application – all applicable sections must be filled out, including contact information, financial information, personal details and responses to essay questions.

    2.   Financial documents – upload a scanned copy of financial documentation.

    3.   Transcript – upload a scanned copy of your secondary school transcript and any other academic information.

    4.  Two references – provide the names and contact details of two individuals who will serve as your referees. We will contact your referees directly and ask them to submit their letter of reference through a secure website.

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