Application Fee Waiver for the Master of International Affairs Program at Penn State University Park

• Thursday, November 21, 2024

• CUI

• Planning Directorate and Human Resource Development

Kindly be apprised that the Penn State School of International Affairs (SIA) invites applications for the Master of International Affairs (MIA) program at Penn State’s University Park campus. The program is designed to equip students with essential skills and knowledge to address global challenges and excel in professional settings.

Eligibility:

• Applicants with strong academic credentials and a demonstrated interest in international affairs.
• Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores required.
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) required for shortlisted candidates.

To apply with the fee waiver, students must use the code SIANOV2025 during the application process. The waiver is valid until December 1, 2024, at 11:59 PM (ET).

For more information, visit: https://www.sia.psu.edu/admissions

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TechWomen Leadership USA Scholarship 2025

• Wednesday, November 20, 2024

• CUI

• International Office

TechWomen Leadership USA Scholarship 2025

Description:           

The TechWomen program is a transformative opportunity for emerging women leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) from around the world. This U.S. Department of State initiative connects participants with professional counterparts in the United States, enabling them to grow their careers, expand their networks, and become changemakers in their communities.

 

Course Level:                      Exchange Program

 

Level/Field(s) of study:   Computer Engineering

• Computer Science
• Biotechnology
• Bioengineering
• Renewable Energy
• Mathematics
• Medical Sciences
• Health Sciences
• Robotics
• Automation
• Space sciences
• Geographical Information System (GIS)

 

Grants:                                  Roundtrip international airfare from the participant’s home country to the United States.

• Domestic airfare from San Francisco or Chicago to Washington, D.C.
• Housing during the mentorship period in the San Francisco Bay Area or Chicago.
• Meals and incidentals during the program.
• Hotel accommodation during the Washington, D.C., segment.
• Public transportation to the host company.
• Local transportation to group events in the program cities.

Eligibility:                                      To qualify for TechWomen, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Have at least two years of full-time professional experience in a STEM field at the time of application. Internships and unpaid work do not count toward this requirement.
• Hold a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent four-year university degree).
• Be proficient in written and spoken English.
• Be a citizen and permanent resident of one of the following countries: Albania, Algeria, Cameroon, Egypt, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Nigeria, Pakistan, Palestinian Territories, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Yemen, or Zimbabwe.
• Be eligible for a U.S. J-1 exchange visitor visa.
• Have not applied for a U.S. immigrant visa (except for the Diversity Visa) in the past five years.
• Not hold U.S. citizenship or permanent residency.

Preference is given to applicants who:

• Live and work in a TechWomen program country during the application period and program participation. Special consideration is given to those experiencing displacement.
• Demonstrate leadership potential through professional, volunteer, or community activities.
• Commit to returning to their home country to share knowledge and mentor women and youth.
• Have limited or no prior experience in the United States.
• Exhibit a track record of community service, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to innovation.
• Show a willingness to embrace exchange programs, mentorship, and partnership opportunities with confidence and maturity.

Selection Process:

                Applications are reviewed by independent selection committees, comprising industry leaders and regional experts. Semifinalists may also be interviewed by U.S. Embassy personnel in their country of residence.

Deadline:  January 7, 2025, at 9:00 AM PST

 

Official link: https://www.techwomen.org/participants/eligibility-and-application

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Hans Bockler Foundation International Scholarships 2025

• Monday, November 18, 2024

• CUI

• International Office

Description:

Hans Bockler Foundation International Scholarships 2025 (Fully Funded) are open for International Students. Hans Böckler Foundation offers prestigious international scholarships for PhD students, providing exceptional opportunities to study in Germany. These scholarships are tailored to doctoral candidates from diverse disciplines, with a particular focus on applicants from the global south.

Level: PhD

Benefits: The foundation offers two key scholarships for international PhD students:

1. Dieter Schumacher International PhD-Scholarship

· Monthly stipend: €1550 for living expenses.

· Annual allowance: €1400 for travel expenses.

2. Ute and György Széll International PhD-Scholarship

· Monthly stipend: €1450 for living expenses.

· Annual allowance: €1300 for travel expenses.

Eligibility Criteria: This scholarship is open to students of all nationalities.

1. Dieter Schumacher International PhD-Scholarship

This scholarship supports outstanding PhD students in Economics. It funds a 12-24 month stay at a German university or research institute, encouraging research in fields such as:

· Fiscal and Monetary policy

· Labor markets

· Income distribution

· Financial markets

· Doctoral candidates under the age of 30.

2. Ute and György Széll International PhD-Scholarship This scholarship caters to PhD students in Social Sciences and Humanities. It allows a 6-month stay at a German university, foundation, or archive.

· No age limit for applicants.

Requirements for Application

For both scholarships, candidates must demonstrate academic excellence, social engagement, and alignment with the Hans Böckler Foundation's values. Key requirements include:

A detailed research project description (3 pages).

A research paper outlining the topic, methodology, and objectives of the project.

Invitation letter from a German host supervisor.

Recommendation from your current PhD supervisor.

CV in table format.

Relevant diploma or degree.

Completed application form.

How to Apply:

Submit your application by February 28th, 2025, or July 30th, 2025, a. Applications can be sent via email to bewerbung@boeckler.de or by post. To ensure data security, applicants are encouraged to use encryption.

Deadline: 30 July 2025

Online Apply: https://www.boeckler.de/de/international-scholarships-33846.htm

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Ghent University Doctoral Scholarships 2025 in Belgium

• Wednesday, November 13, 2024

• CUI

• International Office

Description:

Ghent University Doctoral Scholarships 2025 in Belgium is an excellent opportunity for students to pursue their academic careers abroad. It targets individuals from developing countries to excel in their careers in research fields. The Ghent University scholarship attracts brilliant minds towards Belgium from around the world. It provides students with practical experience by becoming a vital part of a diverse community consisting of scholars. It further supports candidates in augmenting their knowledge through engaging in different research activities under the mentorship of world-class researchers.

Course Level: PhD Degree

Grants: Ghent University offers a 24-month PhD scholarship.

· The university provides a monthly bench fee of €310 to support research expenses, along with an €8,000 travel budget.

· This funding helps cover operational and travel costs for the student, the Ghent University supervisor, and the local supervisor. Eligibility: Candidates must belong to a developing country.

· A joint proposal must be submitted by a candidate, a Ghent University promoter, and a South University promoter.

· Research topics should be development specific.

· Candidates wishing to pursue a joint PhD degree at Ghent University are encouraged.

· Female students are preferred for the scholarship.

How to Apply: The applicants must apply online.

· Provide all your detailed personal information, e.g., name, address, date of birth, country, etc.

· Complete all the required fields for each level.

· Complete your application carefully. ·
Application forms should be sent to BOFapplication@ugent.be

Deadline: 19 February 2025 (annual)

Official website: https://www.ugent.be/en/research/funding/bof/dos

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RIPS Summer Internship 2025 in the United States (Fully Funded)

• Wednesday, November 13, 2024

• CUI

• International Office

Description:

RIPS Summer Internship Program 2025 in the United States is an excellent chance for talented students and recent graduates seeking to pursue their careers in mathematics, computer sciences, and relevant fields abroad. This international internship in the USA provides students an opportunity to work in teams through engagement in real-world projects, which were directly proposed by the sponsors of industrial giants or public sector organizations. The students conduct the research and analyze the research problem under the mentorship of their academic supervisors and industrial mentors. With the guidance of these mentors, students reach the finalized optimal results which involve mathematical and computing approaches. In times of darkness, such opportunities prove to be a landmark for those intellectual scholars who are ready to give their part in bringing developments across the world.

Course Level: Internship

Grants: Students will get a stipend of US$4,000.

· Housing facility allowance at the UCLA campus will be provided.

· Meals will be provided.

· A traveling allowance is provided.

· Opportunity to have site visits with the sponsors.

· Students will get partial support for future travelling to selective conferences.

· Visa sponsorship is provided.

· Round-trip Travelling to Los Angeles is facilitated.

Eligibility criteria: Candidates must be at least 18 years of age.

· Candidates from around the world are eligible for the program.

· Candidates must be undergraduate students or recent graduates.

How to apply: The applicants have to apply online through the official website.

· Candidates must log in to their account to apply.

· Candidates should fill out the standard cover sheet.

· Candidates must enter their two reference writers. Make sure to click the green arrow to ensure the delivery of email requests to the respected writers.

· Click on the submit button, it will automatically direct you to the RIPS application form.

· Candidates need to fill out the RIPS summer internship 2025 application form.

· A candidate should have all the related documents to upload.

· All required fields should be properly filled up.

· The applicants will receive the submission notification after the successful completion of the application form.

Application documents: Detailed CV.

· Copy of Academic transcripts.

Deadline: February 3, 2025

Online Apply:

https://www.ipam.ucla.edu/programs/student-research-programs/research-in-industrial-projects-for-students-rips-2025-los-angeles/?tab=overview

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