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Scholarship Opportunities for International Students

+ Scholarship Connection

Clearinghouse of information on externally funded, merit-based scholarships (for undergraduate students)

Furnish scholarship information to campus via website http://scholarships.berkeley.eduhttp://scholarships.berkeley.edu

Provide an on-line scholarship database Offer e-mail updates regarding scholarship

opportunities Administer campus competition process for nationally

competitive scholarships

+What I don’t do…

Does not administer scholarships or pay scholarships funds.

Does not receive scholarship money. Does not conduct scholarship searches for students.

+ The Bad News

It is difficult to find scholarships for international students Only about 20 percent of non-U.S. students receive most

of their academic funding from a U.S. college or university. Many opportunities require U.S. citizenship or permanent

residency Most scholarship awards, if available, cover only part of

the total educational and living costs There a very few scholarships that target international

scholars specifically All types of scholarships and financial aid for international

students are highly competitive

+ The Good News

There are scholarships to find. You need to only search!!!

+How to get started

Think about what you want to doBegin the process early

it is important to start your financial planning at least 12 months prior to the next academic year

Investigate & clarify your interestsSpeak to a professor, GSI, or major

advisorConduct an internet search

+General Advice

Take advantage of the online resources the exist on-line ( i.e. scholarship databases)

Visit the Scholarship Connection website http://scholarships.berkeley.eduhttp://scholarships.berkeley.edu

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+Databases• IIE Funding for U.S. Study online:

http://www.fundingusstudy.org/• International Scholarships.com:

http://www.internationalscholarships.com• International Students. Com:

http://www.internationalstudent.com/scholarships/• Soros Foundations Network:

http://www.soros.org/initiatives/scholarship• International Education Financial Aid Scholarship Search:

http://www.iefa.org/• Fundsnet Services Online: http://www.fundsnetservices.com/• International Student Organization (ISO):

http://www.isoa.org/list_scholarships.aspx

+How to be competitive

Do well academically Take challenging classes Get involved in campus activities Participate in community service activities Pursue academic activities Be aware of current events (political, cultural, literary) Get to know your professors and GSIs.

+General Advice

Read the directions several times if necessary Review and revise Type and write in full sentences Respond as precisely as requested Reveal interesting things about yourself and your experiences List activities in which you have had sustained involvement-

quality not quantity Focus on activities that are in line with the award Apply for large and small scholarship to get used to the

process

+Opportunities Asian Cultural Council

Individual fellowship grants to artists, scholars, students, and specialists from Asia for study, research, travel, and creative work in the United States. Deadlines variable.

American Scandinavian Foundation Available for citizens of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway or

Sweden for study or research programs (usually at the graduate level) in the United States for up to one year. Deadlines variable.

South Pacific and East Timor Scholarship Programs Two special degree study programs for citizens of South

Pacific nations and East Timor. Scholarships are awarded for undergraduate degree study. Priority is given to applicants seeking degrees that address national development needs. Deadline: Early February.

+ Belgian American Education Fund, Inc. study and research in the United States. In addition to the

amounts indicated, BAEF also pays for health insurance at the US institution. Fellows are expected to stay in the USA for a full academic year at a US institution or for a full year to do research institution. Deadline: late-October. 1st

Eurasian Undergraduate Exchange Program (UGRAD) Fellowships to first-, second-, and third-year undergraduate

students from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Russian Federation, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, and Uzbekistan. Supports one year of non-degree undergraduate study in the United States in particular fields, such as accounting, agriculture, business, computer science, criminal justice, economics, education, environmental management, international relations, journalism, law, political science, psychology, and sociology.

King Faisal Foundation Scholarship Funding opportunity up to three years for Muslim students in

Medicine, Engineering, and sciences (Physics, Chemistry, and Geology). For study at an accredited European or North American university. Deadline: late May.

+ Margaret McNamara Memorial Fund Grants Awards five to six grants to women from developing countries about $11,000

each year to help further their education and strengthen their leadership skills to improve the lives of women and children in the developing world.

Mayo Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Program $5000 research fellowships for undergraduate students dedicated to scientific

research alongside professional biomedical scientists. Deadline: early February.

Microsoft Scholarships Various scholarships for undergraduate students interested in computer

science and related technical disciplines. One year award for students attending institutions in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, required that the student complete a salaried summer internship. Deadline: early February.

Olive W. Garvey Fellowships Biennial award to outstanding college students around the world through a

competitive essay contest on the meaning and significance of economic and personal liberty. Awards range from $1,000 - $2,500. Deadline: Late September.

+Graduate Funding Opportunities AAMC Financing Your Medical Education

A series of programs to assist students in managing loans and preparing for future financial stability within the Medical field. Deadlines variable.

American Association for University Women - International Fellowships Full-time study or research to women who are not U.S. citizens or

permanent residents; graduate andpostgraduate study is supported The grants provide support for community-based projects that benefit women and girls in the fellow’s home country. Deadline: mid-December.

Ford Foundation International Fellowships Program For graduating seniors or recent graduates to pursue a post-

baccalaureate degree that will directly enhance their leadership capacity. Applicants must intend to apply their studies to social problems or issues in their own countries and commit to working on these issues following the fellowship period. Applications must be submitted to the appropriate IFP International Partner in the country or region where the applicant resides. Deadlines variable

+ The Li Foundation, Inc. Student Scholar Grants For graduate students from China (including Taiwan) to study international

affairs in the U.S. for one to two years. Scholars must be nominated by an approved Chinese educational or U.S. educational or research institution. Grant provides funds to cover cost of living, professional expenses, and return transportation to China. Deadlines variable.

Open Society Institute (OSI) Global Supplementary Grant Program Supplementary grants to students from select countries of Eastern and

Central Europe, the former Soviet Union, and Mongolia. Purpose is to enable qualified students to pursue doctoral studies in the humanities and social sciences at accredited universities in Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle/Near East, and North America. Deadline: early April.

Japan Inter-American Development Bank Scholarship Program Scholarship program for students from the Bank’s borrowing member

countries (see website) who wish to pursue Master's degree in development-related fields, such as social sciences, business, public administration or other related disciplines (except law and medicine). Scholarship recipients may attend accredited institutions offering Master's programs, located in any of the member countries. The scholarship provides benefits covering full tuition, university medical and accident insurance, an installation allowance, a monthly subsistence allowance, a book allowance, and economy class travel. Deadline variable per region.

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