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2022/2023 Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) Scholarships for Study in the University of Oxford in UK (Fully Funded)

The AIG Scholarships were launched in 2017 to provide a unique opportunity for exceptional West Africans interested in a career in public service to pursue a Master of Public Policy at the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford. Since 2017, twenty-seven (27) scholarships worth over £50,000 each have been awarded to future public sector leaders who have demonstrated a passion for the public sector.

AIG Scholars spend the year at one of the world’s top universities, gaining knowledge and skills from the outstanding academic faculty and expert practitioners and interacting with other future public sector leaders from around the world. After completing their degrees, scholars return to their countries and use their learnings to bolster policymaking, support reforms and contribute to their nation’s development.

From 2022, the AIG Scholarships will only be open to applicants already working in the public sector. Applicants should be aged between 25 and 50, with strong intellectual capacity, `demonstratable leadership qualities and a passion to contribute to the development of Africa’s public sector.

Eligibility Criteria:

To be eligible for consideration for the award of 2022-23 AIG Scholarships, you must:

  • Be a Nigerian currently working in the public service
  • Aged between 25 and 50 years 
  • Have a minimum of seven (7) years of work experience 
  • Have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of second-class upper qualification
  • Gain admission into the Blavatnik School of Government following success in the AIG shortlisting process

Additional Information

Please note:

  • Academic distinction and leadership potential are essential priorities for selection.
  • Only applicants shortlisted for the next stage of the selection process will be contacted, and any inquiries regarding individual application status will not be responded to.
  • All applications must be submitted via the online application portal using the link below. Applications sent via post or submitted in person will NOT be accepted.
  • Candidates who emerge as finalists in the Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) selection process will be required to apply directly to the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford, for admission. Finalists offered admission to the Master of Public Policy will be considered by the school for the AIG Scholarship.

Method of Application

The Application Window for the 2022/23 Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) Scholarships is now open and closes on Sunday, 10 October 2021.

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Application Deadline: October 10th, 2021

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2021 AfDB African Youth Adaptation Solutions (YouthAdapt) Challenge for African Entrepreneurs ( $100,000 Business grant & Fully Funded to Glasgow, Scotland)

 

The Global Center on Adaptation (GCA) and the African Development Bank have launched a call for applications for the first edition of the African Youth Adaptation Solutions (YouthAdapt) Challenge.

The call encourages young entrepreneurs, innovators from micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and other youth-led and youth-owned enterprises in Africa, to implement solutions for building resilience and adapting to the adverse impacts of climate change. Young entrepreneurs between the ages of 18 and 35 are invited to respond to the call for the expression of interest and submit their business plan through the official submission portal.

The African Youth Adaptations Solutions Challenge is part of the ‘Empowering Youth through Jobs and Entrepreneurship’ pillar of the Africa Adaptation Acceleration Program (AAAP), a strategic partnership between the GCA and the African Development Bank aimed at galvanizing climate-resilient actions through a triple win approach to address the impacts of Covid-19, climate change and the economy.

The competition aims to leverage the resources, complementary expertise and networks of both organizations to support the ‘missing-middle’ of mid-sized companies in the areas of funding, thereby promoting sustainable climate adaptation and resilience practices on the African continent.

Eligibility Requirements

The YouthADAPT Challenge will gather adaptation solutions from young entrepreneurs in Africa selecting the best, providing the businesses with a grant of up to $100,000 and an opportunity to scale and fully commercialise their businesses via a 12-month accelerator program. The eligibility criteria for applying to the Challenge are as follows:

Enterprises must be:

  • Youth-led with applicants aged between the ages of 18 and 35 years
  • Delivering climate adaptation or resilience solutions addressing real-life challenges
  • Legally registered and operating in Africa
  • Able to show revenues for at least two years

Benefits

With a strong focus on youth and gender, winners of the YouthAdapt Challenge will be awarded business grants of up to $100,000 each and the opportunity to participate in a 12-month business accelerator program to help them scale up their businesses, deepen their impact and create decent jobs.  In addition, the winning youth-led enterprises will be provided with mentorship and support to expand partnerships, knowledge sharing and learning through a network of young entrepreneurs in climate adaptation.

Twenty youth-led enterprises will be shortlisted at the end of the application window on 6th October 2021 and invited to submit videos for a jury panel review ahead of the finals and an award ceremony at COP26 in Glasgow on November 8, 2021. At this event, ten winners will be selected, 50% of which will be women-led enterprises.

Application Deadline: October 6th, 2021

For More Information:

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2022/2023 IREX Community Solutions Program for Community youth leaders (Fully Funded to the United States)

The Community Solutions Program (CSP) is a year-long professional leadership development program for people who are working to improve their communities by addressing issues related to the environment, peace and conflict resolution, transparency and accountability, and women and gender.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the Community Solutions Program, applicants must meet the requirements listed below. Applications that do not meet these eligibility requirements will be disqualified and will not be reviewed by the selection committee.

  • You are between the ages of 25 and 38 as of January 1, 2022
  • You are a citizen of one of the eligible countries listed below
  • You are living and working in your home country
    • Individuals with refugee status working on behalf of their home community may be given special consideration
  • You have at least two years of experience working on community development, either as a full-time or part-time employee or volunteer
  • You are not currently participating in an academic, training, or research program in the U.S.
  • You have a high level of proficiency in spoken and written English at the time of application
    • Semifinalists will be required to take or submit recent scores for a TOEFL or IELTS English language test
  • You are available to travel to the U.S. for four months from August to December 2022
  • You are not a citizen or permanent resident of the U.S. and have not applied for U.S. permanent residency within the past three years
  • You are eligible to receive a U.S. J-1 visa
    • Applicants who have participated in an exchange program sponsored by the U.S. Government must have fulfilled their two-year home residency requirement
  • You are committed to returning to your home country for a minimum of two years after completing the program and
  • You are not a current IREX employee or consultant, or their immediate family member

Eligible countries by region

  • Africa: Botswana, Cameroon, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Ghana, Guinea, Kenya, Liberia, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe
  • Middle East and North Africa: Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Morocco, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, West Bank/Palestinian Territories

Community leaders will be selected to participate in the program that includes:

  • Four-month fellowship in the United States: Community Solutions fellows are matched with host organizations throughout the U.S. where they complete a four-month, hands-on professional experience
  • Community Leadership Institute: Community Solutions fellows participate in the Community Leadership Institute, a leadership training program designed to strengthen their leadership and management skills. The Institute includes face-to-face trainings, online courses, professional coaching, and networking
  • Community-based initiatives: While in the U.S. and with the support of their U.S. host organization, Community Solutions fellows design and plan a community development initiative or project to carry out after they return home. Once the fellows depart the U.S., they put these projects into action in their home communities

Financial Support

The program covers the cost of most expenses associated with:

  • J-1 visa support
  • Round-trip travel from participants’ home city to the U.S.
  • Monthly allowance to cover housing, meals, and other living expenses while in the U.S. and
  • Accident and sickness insurance

Application Deadline: Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at 11:59 p.m. EDT

For More Information:

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ASEAN Excellence Scholarships at University of Newcastle, Australia

 

The University of Newcastle is providing the ASEAN Excellence Scholarships for students who want to study in Australia.

The University of Newcastle, informally known as Newcastle University, is an Australian public university that bears a purpose to deliver an exceptional student experience, preparing graduates for life in an increasingly interconnected society and to serve the regions by taking research that matters to the world and bringing the global expertise home.

Why choose to study at the University of Newcastle? The students at the University of Newcastle will have access to world-class programs, inspiring and collaborative learning environments, and opportunities to put theory into practice with real-world experiences. They allowed learning from passionate and talented teaching staff that have strong industry connections and expertise. At the University of Newcastle, students have a chance to gain practical work experience as part of their study, build a more significant relationship with local, regional, and national industry partners, and the opportunity to grow their professional network.

Application Deadline: 6 February 2022

Brief Description

  • University or Organization: University of Newcastle
  • Department: NA
  • Course Level: Undergraduate or postgraduate
  • Award: AU$10,000
  • Number of Awards: NA
  • Access Mode: Online
  • Nationality: ASEAN countries
  • The award can be taken in Australia

Eligibility        

  • Eligible Countries: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand, The Philippines, Vietnam.
  • Eligible Course or Subjects: Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in any subject area
  • Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the given criteria:
  • Hold a passport from one of the eligible “ASEAN” countries: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand, The Philippines, Vietnam.
  • Be commencing study in an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree program at the University
  • Be an International full-fee paying student.
  • Be commencing in an eligible program at an Australian or Online campus as indicated in your Letter of Offer.

How to Apply

  • How to Apply: Students must have to take admission at the university. financial aid positions will be automatically awarded to students who have received an offer to study in an eligible, non-quota program and who will commence studying with the University of Newcastle
  • Supporting Documents: Candidates must have to submit an academic transcript, completion certificate, passport biometric page
  • Admission Requirements: Applicants must have to meet the entry requirements of the university.
  • Language Requirement: Students must have to fulfill the language requirements of the university.

Benefits            

The grant is valued at AU$10,000 for each year of study under full-time study load, apportioned over each course taken (pro-rata with an approved load reduction on program plan, credits exemptions, progression or wellbeing grounds).

Fully Funded 2022/2023 Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships for full-time Master’s study at a UK university

 

Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships are for candidates from eligible lower and upper middle income Commonwealth countries, to undertake full-time taught Master’s study at a UK university.

Funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships enable talented and motivated individuals to gain the knowledge and skills required for sustainable development, and are aimed at those who could not otherwise afford to study in the UK. These scholarships are offered under six development themes:Science and technology for development

Strengthening health systems and capacityPromoting global prosperityStrengthening global peace, security and governanceStrengthening resilience and response to crisesAccess, inclusion and opportunity

The agency-nominated Master programme is one of three Master’s programmes offered by the Commission.

Purpose: Funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships enable talented and motivated individuals to gain the knowledge and skills required for sustainable development, and are aimed at those who could not otherwise afford to study in the UK.

Intended Beneficiaries: Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships are for candidates from eligible lower and upper middle income Commonwealth countries, to undertake full-time taught Master’s study at a UK university.

Eligibility Requirements

To apply for these scholarships, you must:

  • Be a citizen of or have been granted refugee status by an eligible Commonwealth country, or be a British Protected Person
  • Be permanently resident in an eligible Commonwealth country
  • Be available to start your academic studies in the UK by the start of the UK academic year in September 2022
  • By September 2022, hold a first degree of at least upper second class (2:1) honours standard, or a second class degree (2:2) and a relevant postgraduate qualification (usually a Master’s degree). The CSC would not normally fund a second UK Master’s degree. If you are applying for a second UK Master’s degree, you will need to provide justification as to why you wish to undertake this study
  • Be unable to afford to study in the UK without this scholarship
  • Have provided all supporting documentation in the required format

Please note that only candidates from the eligible countries listed below can apply for Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships in 2022.

Antigua and Barbuda
Bangladesh
Belize
Botswana
Cameroon
Dominica
Eswatini
Fiji
Ghana
Grenada
Guyana
India
Jamaica
Kenya
Kiribati
Lesotho
Malawi
Mauritius
Montserrat
Mozambique
Namibia
Nauru
Nigeria
Pakistan
Papua New Guinea
Rwanda
Samoa
South Africa
Sri Lanka
St Helena
St Lucia
St Vincent and the Grenadines
Tanzania
The Gambia
Tonga
Tuvalu
Uganda
Vanuatu
Zambia

Selection process

Each year, the CSC invites selected nominating bodies to submit a specific number of nominations. The deadline for nominating bodies to submit nominations will be made available in 22 September 2021.

Applications will be considered according to the following selection criteria:

  • Academic merit of the candidate
  • Quality of the plan of study
  • Potential impact on the development of the candidate’s home country

Scholarship Worth

Each scholarship provides:

  • Approved airfare from your home country to the UK and return at the end of your award (the CSC will not reimburse the cost of fares for dependants, nor the cost of journeys made before your award is confirmed).
  • Approved tuition fees.
  • Stipend (living allowance) at the rate of £1,133 per month, or £1,390 per month for those at universities in the London metropolitan area (rates quoted at 2021-2022 levels).
  • Warm clothing allowance, where applicable.
  • Thesis grant towards the cost of preparing a thesis or dissertation, where applicable.
  • Study travel grant towards the cost of study-related travel within the UK or overseas.
  • If you are widowed, divorced, or a single parent, child allowance of £485 per month for the first child, and £120 per month for the second and third child under the age of 16, if you are accompanied by your children and they are living with you at the same address in the UK (rates quoted at 2021-2022 levels).
  • If you declare a disability, a full assessment of your needs and eligibility for additional financial support will be offered by the CSC. The CSC’s family allowances are intended to only be used as a contribution towards the cost of maintaining your family in the UK. The true costs are likely to be considerably higher. You must be able to supplement these allowances to support any family members who come to the UK with you.For more information, see the current Handbook for Commonwealth Scholars and Fellows. Please note that the conditions outlined in the Handbook are subject to change.

    Tenure and placement

Awards are tenable at any approved UK university or higher education institution with which the CSC has a part-funding agreement (as mentioned previously) for a specific programme of research for 36 months of full-time study only.

Awards are to obtain one degree; funding will not be extended to enable candidates to complete a qualification in addition to or higher than that for which the selection was made. Awards are made in respect of full-time study only and no other course of study may be undertaken at the same time.

Completing application form

Applications must be made using the CSC’s online application system.

In the application form, prospective candidates will be asked to:

  • List all undergraduate and postgraduate university qualifications obtained (if applicable)
  • List up to 10 publications and prizes (if applicable)
  • Provide details of your employment history and explain how each job is relevant to the programme you wish to undertake in the UK (up to 100 words per employment)
  • Provide a statement on the relevance of your previous work experience to the proposed Scholarship (up to 300 words)
  • List names and positions of three referees who are qualified to comment on both your capacity to benefit from your proposed Scholarship in the UK and your ability to deliver development impact afterwards. One of your referees must be your current employer.
  • Provide a Development Impact statement in 4 parts. In the first part you should explain how your proposed Scholarship relates to:

You must apply to one of the following nominating bodies in the first instance – the CSC does not accept direct applications for these scholarships.

Each nominating body is responsible for its own selection process and may have additional eligibility criteria. You must check with your nominating body for their specific advice and rules for applying, their own eligibility criteria, and their own closing date for applications.

You must make your application using the CSC’s online application system, in addition to any other application that you are required to complete by your nominating body. The CSC will not accept any applications that are not submitted via the online application system.

Applications for Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships for the academic year 2022/23 will open on 20 September 2021, and will close on 01 November 2021. Deadline to submit supporting documentations is 22 November 2021. Nomination deadline is 22 December 2021.

Application Deadline: 01 November 2021

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UQ and St Leo’s College Music Achievement International Scholarship 2021 in Australia

The University of Queensland will provide an award amount of $6000 towards accommodation costs for a degree program. The purpose of the Scholarship is to encourage and assist meritorious students who are enrolled in studies at the university and are residents of St Leo’s College.

Eligibility:

  • You must have completed year 12 in the year prior to award.
  • You must Intend to enrol as a commencing student in an Approved Program in the year of the award.
  • You can demonstrate they have played netball for school or a club or contributed to the sport of netball through coaching or volunteering within the previous 2 year period.
  • You will be expected to demonstrate evidence of an adequate level of English proficiency. For more information go through the English language requirements page.

Application Deadline: November 20, 2021

Eligible Countries: International

Type: Undergraduate, Honours

Value of Awards: $6000 towards accommodation costs

Number of Awards: Not Mentioned

Eligible Field of Studies: Undergraduate degree coursework in Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Method of Application: If you want to be enlisted in this educational program, then you are recommended to take admission in the undergraduate degree coursework at the University of Queensland. After being registered, you must have to submit a completed application form with the following supporting documents.

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2021 Creative Biolabs International Scholarship at Arizona State University in USA

Creative Biolabs is pleased to support your research and higher education in the medical and science-related fields. They will be awarding $1,000 to an outstanding college student.

Eligibility:

  • The applicants must be enrolled as a freshman, undergraduate, graduate, or Ph.D. student at an accredited college or university.
  • The applicants must major in a science-related field such as Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, and Molecular Biology.
  • The applicants must earn a cumulative average grade of a B (3.0 GPA).

Application Deadline: September 30, 2021

Eligible Countries: International

Type: Undergraduate or Graduate

Value of Award: $1,000

Number of Awards: Not Specified

Method of Application:  Applicants are required to log in to the university’s application portal to apply. Interested students need to fill the application form and submit it along with the below-mentioned documents to marketing@creative-biolabs.com to apply.

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Academic Merit Awards 2021 at University of Texas in USA

The University of Texas at Tyler is providing an award amount of $2,000 for students in the USA. Academic merit awards are based solely on GPA, class rank and/or region. All applicants must submit official documents to be considered.

Eligibility: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the given criteria:

  • Rank within the top 25% of high school graduating class with 3.0 minimum high school GPA, or minimum 3.5 high school GPA for homeschool students, non-ranking high schools, and international students.
  • Applicants must have to submit the academic transcripts of all previous schools attended.
  • TOEFL, PTE and IELTS score requirements will be met for individuals who complete Level 6 of The University of Texas at Tyler Intensive English Language Institute (IELI) with no grade lower than an A, or those who complete Level 7 with no grade lower than a B.

Application Deadline: December 1

Eligible Countries: International

Type: Undergraduate

Value of Award: $2,000

Number of Awards: Not Known

Method of Application: Aspirants must have to enroll in the undergraduate degree programme at the university.

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Out-of-State Scholarships 2021 at Virginia Commonwealth University in USA

The Virginia Commonwealth University is providing a scholarship opportunity of $7,500 each to the winning candidates for the academic year 2022/2023.

Eligibility:

  • Applicants must have high school certificates with an excellent academic record.
  • Applicants need to demonstrate that they have a good level of written and spoken English.
  • Applicants must meet all the entry requirements of the university.

Eligible Countries: International

Type: Undergraduate degree

Value of Awards: $7,500 each

Number of Awards: Multiple

Method of Application: Applicants are invited to apply for the that they need to take admission in an undergraduate degree program at the university. After being enrolled, candidates can apply for the opportunity.

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2021 Ted Rogers School Entrance Scholarships at Ryerson University in Canada

 

Ryerson University is awarding the selected students $5,000 – $20,000 towards the cost of a degree programme.

Why choose to study at Ryerson University? Ryerson University is an institute of applied education recognized for the excellence of its teaching, the relevance of its curriculum, and the success of its students. Ryerson also provides quality scholarship opportunities to aspirants and is strongly committed to accessibility and lifelong learning.

Eligibility;

  • Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence.
  • Applicants must submit scores on English language proficiency tests. TOEFL IBT special home edition and IELTS Indicator are accepted at the moment.
  • Applicants need to submit all required documents at the time of application.

Eligible Countries: International

Type: MBA

Value of Award: $20,000

Number of Awards: 24

Method of Application: Applicants can apply to Ryerson via OUAC or create a Ryerson Online Identity and complete the application process. Students must indicate their interest in being considered for this application when applying to the program on your application form.

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