[USA] Vanderbillt MBA Scholarships

Our second application deadline is approaching (January 15th). While completing applications, you are probably thinking about how you will finance your education. Although the relatively quick payoff period of an investment in business school at Vanderbilt is approximately 3 years, we understand that upfront expenses can sometimes be a burden. We are committed to helping students afford the Vanderbilt MBA program by offering a significant number of merit- based scholarships. Applicants should also consider personal savings, family funds, corporate or government sponsorship, low-interest federal loans, and other outside grants, loans and
scholarships.

In addition to general merit-based scholarships, some students may be selected for a named or endowed award. Please visit our website for an extensive list of these scholarships (click here). Below is information regarding new scholarships that will be offered this year. The purpose of these scholarships is to enhance the educational experience of all students by increasing diversity in the student body.

Diversity Scholarship - Women: We offer scholarships ranging from $18,000 to full tuition awarded based on the degree to which an individual demonstrates how he/she has supported the academic, personal or professional advancement of women. To be considered, you must submit an essay (no more than 250 words) with your first- or second-round application describing the one most relevant experience that qualifies you for this award. If you have already submitted your application, please submit this additional essay via email by January 15th.

Diversity Scholarship - Underrepresented Minorities: We offer scholarships ranging from $18,000 to full tuition awarded based on the degree to which an individual demonstrates how he/she has supported the academic, personal or professional advancement of underrepresented minorities (individuals who are citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. and are of African American, American Indian, Hispanic American, or Pacific Island American descent). To be considered, you must submit an essay (no more than 250 words) with your first- or second-round application describing the one most relevant experience that qualifies you for this award. If you have already submitted your application, please submit this additional essay via email by January 15th.

Diversity Scholarships - European Citizenship: We offer scholarships ranging from $18,000 to full tuition awarded to a citizen of a European country based on the degree to which the individual demonstrates how he/she can enhance the learning experience of other students in the Vanderbilt MBA program. This will be assessed during the evaluation of your application for admission to the program.

Diversity Scholarship - Latin American Citizenship: We offer scholarships ranging from $18,000 to full tuition awarded to a citizen of a Latin American country based on the degree to which the individual demonstrates how he/she can enhance the learning experience of other students in the Vanderbilt MBA program. This will be assessed during the evaluation of your application for admission to the program.

NEXT STEPS...

To be considered for our most prestigious Dean's Scholar Award or for one of the awards detailed above, you must apply by the second application deadline which is January 15th. If you have the opportunity, please visit us on campus to experience life as a Vanderbilt MBA student and discover the value of our program.

Second Application Deadline - January 15th

Diversity Symposium - February 3rd

Discover Weekend - February 3rd - 4th

Campus Visit - Monday - Thursday (as long as classes are in session)

Let us know if you have questions. We hope you will apply soon and we hope to see you on campus!

Best regards,

Consuela, Dan, John, Lauren, and Melinda
Admissions Staff
admissions@owen.vanderbilt.edu
www.owen.vanderbilt.edu

Financial Aid Resources for International Students: click here (pdf)
Owen Graduate School of Management
401 21st Avenue South, Nashville TN 37203. TEL: 615.322.2534

[Australia] THE-ICE Masters Scholarship 2006

The International Centre of Excellence in Tourism and Hospitality Education (THE-ICE) is an Australian government initiative to encourage excellence in tourism and hospitality education. We offer scholarships to international students who wish to study in Australia at THE-ICE member institutions.

THE-ICE member programs are independently assessed by THE-ICE international panel to meet THE-ICE Standards of Excellence in tourism and hospitality education.

THE-ICE Masters Scholarships
• Masters by coursework
• Commencing 2nd Semester 2006
• A grant of AUD $10,000 per year towards tuition fees/living costs for the normal
program duration (around 1.5 years depending on program selected)
• Scholarship applications will be judged on merit
• Applications close 31 March 2007

Select from any of the THE-ICE quality-endorsed member programs:
Griffith University Master of International Tourism and Hospitality Management
Griffith University Master of Event Management
Murdoch University Master of Arts by Personal Program
Southern Cross University Master of Convention and Event Management
Southern Cross University Master of International Tourism and Hotel Management
Southern Cross University Master of Tourism and Hotel Business Management
Southern Cross University Master of Tourism and Hotel Management
Southern Cross University Master of Business Administration in Hotel & Tourism Management
University of Canberra Master of Arts in Tourism (by research) (327AA)
University of Queensland Master of Business (International - Travel & Tourism or Sport & Recreation or Hotel Management or Event Management)
Victoria University Master of Business – Hospitality Management
Victoria University Master of Business – Hospitality Management (Professional Practice)
Victoria University Master of Business –Tourism Management
Victoria University Master of Business – Sports Tourism
Victoria University Master of Business – Hospitality and Tourism Education
Victoria University Master of Business – Event Management

For eligibility criteria and to apply, download application form.
Masters Scholarship Eligibility Criteria/Application Form.pdf
Masters Scholarship Eligibility Criteria/Application Form.doc

Selengkapnya dan download application forms: click here

[Singapore] ASEAN Graduate Scholarship

Deadline: 15 December 2005

APPLICATION FOR ASEAN GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP & ADMISSION TO MASTERS PROGRAMME BY COURSEWORK
ACADEMIC YEAR 2006-2007 [JULY 2006]

Terms & Conditions

1. Each scholarship is tenable for 4 Trimesters (approximately 16 months) for the MBA programme, and 1 year for other programmes. Successful candidates are expected to complete their studies within the tenable period.

2. Each scholarship shall cover the following :

(a) A monthly stipend of S$1,350.00;
(b) A one-time book allowance of S$500.00;
(c) Tuition fees and all compulsory miscellaneous fees, health insurance, and other approved fees, allowances and expenses;
(d) Cost of one overseas Business Study Mission undertaken within the tenable period of the scholarship;
(e) Cost of travel from home country to Singapore on award of the scholarship; and
(f) Cost of travel from Singapore to home country on successful completion of the course of study within the tenable period of the scholarship.
3. There is no bond attached to the scholarship.

4. No deferment of scholarship awarded will be allowed. Awards that are not taken up will be given to other qualified candidates.

Designated Masters Programme

5. The following programmes offered by the University have been designated for the ASGS :

Programme
(a) (i) General MBA

(ii) MBA in one of the following specialisations :

Accountancy
Banking & Finance
International Business
Marketing
Strategy
Technology

(b) Master of Arts (Contemporary China)

(c) Master of Mass Communication

(d) Master of Science in one of the following disciplines :

Accountancy
Applied Finance
Biomedical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Communication Software & Networks
Communications Engineering
Computer Control & Automation
Computer Integrated Manufacturing
Environmental Engineering
Financial Engineering
Geotechnical Engineering
Information Studies
International Business
International Construction Management
International Political Economy
International Relations
Logistics
Management
Maritime Studies
Marketing
Mechanics & Processing of Materials
Microelectronics
Offshore Engineering
Photonics
Power Engineering
Precision Engineering
Signal Processing
Smart Product Design
Strategy
Strategic Studies
Technology Management
Transportation Engineering

Eligibility

1. Only nationals (citizens or permanent residents) of a member country of ASEAN (except Singapore) may apply. Citizens and permanent residents of Singapore are not eligible to apply.

2. Applicants should have :

(a) an excellent academic record;
(b) a very good command of the English language;
(c) at least 2 years of working experience; and
(d) an acceptable GMAT score (applicable only to applicants of programmes indicated in paragraph 8 below).

3. Shortlisted candidates may be required to appear for an interview.

4. Recipients of other scholarships or awards shall not be eligible for the ASGS.

5. No award will be made unless there is a candidate of sufficient merit.

English Language Proficiency

6. Applicants whose medium of instruction at the tertiary level is not English must submit an acceptable score in the Test of English as a Foreign Language [TOEFL] or the International English Language Testing System [IELTS] with their
applications as proof of competence in the English Language. Other tests and those that claim to be predictions, estimations or equivalents of the TOEFL or IELTS are not acceptable.

7. Candidates must apply directly to the following authorities for the respective tests :

TOEFL
Educational Testing Service
URL : http://www.ets.org/ , http://www.toefl.org/
IELTS
International English Language Testing System
URL : http://www.ielts.org/

Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)

8. Candidates applying for the following programmes are required to submit their Graduate Management Admission Test [GMAT] score records to support their application.


(a) Master of Business Administration (f) M.Sc.(Management)
(b) M.Sc.(Accountancy) (g) M.Sc.(Marketing)
(c) M.Sc.(Applied Finance) (h) M.Sc.(Strategy)
(d) M.Sc.(Financial Engineering) (i) M.Sc.(Technology Management)
(e) M.Sc.(International Business)

9. Applicants must apply directly to the following authority for the test :

Educational Testing Service
URL : http://www.ets.org/ , http://www.mba.com/mba

10. For enquiries concerning GMAT requirements and submission for the above programmes, please contact: mfe@ntu.edu.sg [M.Sc.(Financial Engineering) programme]nbsmba@ntu.edu.sg or nbsmsc@ntu.edu.sg [Other programmes]

Supporting Documents* & Application Fee Required

(A) Supporting Documents

1. The following supporting documents must be submitted by post after submission of the online application. Online applications without supporting documents will be deemed to be incomplete and will not be processed.

(a) Record of birth (birth certificate, extract of record of birth or passport)
(b) Proof of Nationality (passport, citizenship certificate)
(c) Academic records of pre-university and university education (detailed results slips and certificates of junior colleges, high schools and universities or other institutions attended)
(d) English language proficiency (TOEFL or IELTS) results
(e) Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) results (if applicable)
(f) Documentary evidence of employment

2. The following documents should also be submitted, where applicable :

(a) National or international research or publications (letter from the relevant authority confirming research or publication)
(b) National or international awards or membership (letter from the relevant authority certifying award or membership)

3. All supporting documents must be :

(a) in English (if it is not available in English, it must be accompanied by a certified copy of an official translation into the English language); and
(b) certified as true copies of the originals by a responsible person e.g. school principal, registrar, commanding officer, personnel manager.

4. Documents submitted in support of your application are non-returnable. Please send only clearly legible photocopies of documents. Do not submit original documents. Original documents should be produced at a later date upon request.
The University will not be responsible for the loss, damage or return of original documents submitted.

5. Copies of other supporting documents or information may be required by the University and must be provided by the applicant when requested.

(B) Application Fee

6. Each application must be accompanied by a non-refundable application fee of S$50.00 (for programmes mentioned below) or S$21.00 (for other programmes). Payment by bankdraft must be made payable to 'Nanyang Technological University' in Singapore dollars and have your name, address and scholarship applied for written on the reverse side of the bankdraft. Do NOT send cash payment by post. The University will not be responsible for the loss of cash payment submitted by post. If you wish to apply for admission to more than one programme, please submit a separate application form for each programme.

(a) Master of Business Administration (f) M.Sc.(Management)
(b) M.Sc.(Accountancy) (g) M.Sc.(Marketing)
(c) M.Sc.(Applied Finance) (h) M.Sc.(Strategy)
(d) M.Sc.(Financial Engineering) (i) M.Sc.(Technology Management)
(e) M.Sc.(International Business)

(C) Transcript Request Form & Referee's Report Form

7. The Transcript Request Form and Referee's Report Form must be printed from web page http://www.ntu.edu.sg/GradStudies/Coursework+Programmes/ASGS.htm. The Transcript Request Form is to be sent to the Registrar or appropriate authority of the university or institution from which the applicant has graduated. The Referee's Report Form should be sent to each of the applicant's two referees. Specific instructions are given in the forms.

* Note : For programmes listed under para 6. above, there may be extra documents required by the Business School. Please follow the requirements as listed in the School's online application form.

How To Apply

Step 1 - Submit Application Online

1. Application for the scholarship is to be submitted online via http://www.ntu.edu.sg/GradStudies/Coursework+Programmes/. Applicants are advised to print and keep a copy of their online application for reference.

Step 2 - Print and Complete Transcript Request Form & Referee's Report Form

2. AFTER submitting the online application, applicants should check that :

(a) the Transcript Request Form is printed and sent to the appropriate authority of the University or institution attended for a transcript to be issued directly to this University; and
(b) the Referee's Report Form is printed and sent to each of the two referees.

Step 3 - Send in Supporting Documents By Post

3. The supporting documents, together with the application fee of S$50.00 or S$21.00 and a self-addressed envelope must be submitted to the following respective address not later than 15 December 2005.

Course(s) Applied For Application Fee Documents & application fee to be sent to
(a) Master of Business Administration
(b) M.Sc. (Accountancy)
(c) M.Sc. (Applied Finance)
(d) M.Sc. (International Business)
(e) M.Sc. (Management)
(f) M.Sc. (Marketing)
(g) M.Sc. (Strategy)
(h) M.Sc. (Technology Management)

S$50.00

Director,
MBA Programme
Nanyang Business School
Nanyang Technological University
Block S3, B3A-01
50 Nanyang Avenue
Singapore 639798
Enquiries pls email : nbsmba@ntu.edu.sg or nbsmsc@ntu.edu.sg

M.Sc.(Financial Engineering) S$50.00 Director, M.Sc.(Financial Engineering)
Nanyang Business School
Nanyang Technological University
50 Nanyang Avenue
Singapore 639798
Enquiries pls email : mfe@ntu.edu.sg

All Other courses S$21.00
per course Graduate Studies Office
Student Services Centre, Level 3
Nanyang Technological University
42 Nanyang Avenue
Singapore 639815
Enquiries pls email : admission_coursework@ntu.edu.sg

Applications without application fee or supporting documents will not be processed.

4. Please check that all supporting documents are :

(i) in English or with an official translation into English; and
(ii) certified true copies of the original documents

5. Please print "ASEAN GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP" on the top left hand corner of the envelope.

6. Upon receipt of your application form and application fee, an acknowledgement will be issued to you. The acknowledgement also serves as the receipt of payment of the application fee.

7. Candidates who do not fulfil the eligibility requirements, whose applications are incomplete or are received after the closing date will not be considered.

[USA] Native Leadership Scholarship

Dear colleagues,

We are writing to you to inform you and your organization about a funding opportunity for women pursuing non-doctoral level graduate education.

The Native Leadership Scholarship (NLS) program creates educational opportunities for women around the world who are grassroots leaders, organizers and activists demonstrating financial need. NLS invests in women's leadership and leadership development by supporting non-doctoral graduate education in human rights, sustainable development, and public health.

Pre-applications for the 2006-07 academic year will be available on our website on January 1, 2006. For more information please visit www.nativeleaders.org. Please distribute this message widely. Information available in French and Spanish formats.

OUR HISTORY

NLS has been granting scholarships since 2001. Our alumni are working around the world to improve the welfare of their communities. Prior to 2006, NLS granted scholarships to both women and men that included a limited number of awards for doctoral level education. Starting in 2006, the NLS will only be awarding scholarships to women pursuing non-doctoral level graduate education.

OUR GOALS

NLS supports study, research, and leadership training, to assist women in their pursuit of solutions to the critical social, environmental, health and economic problems facing their countries and communities. By granting scholarships to remarkable women who demonstrate effective leadership, innovative solutions, and
commitment to their communities, NLS helps develop and advance local expertise and community-based, culturally appropriate solutions. NLS endorses non-traditional leaders who are modeling change and using imaginative methodologies. Academic study, research and leadership training should be based on the scholarship recipient's present or prior experience working with her community.

COURSE OF STUDY

Scholarship recipients enroll in programs of study that cover a range of human rights and development issues at the non-doctoral graduate level including gender, reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, child exploitation, human and drug trafficking, infant and maternal mortality, microbial diseases, conflict resolution, environmental justice, global fair trade, agroecology, and sustainable development. NLS is a secular program and does not support programs of study that promote specific religious beliefs.

SCHOLARSHIPS

The NLS awards four to six scholarships per year, up to US$25,000 per academic year for a maximum of two years. The awards help the recipients meet the costs of tuition, fees, books, educational supplies, housing, maintenance, and travel to and from the home country and the educational institution. NLS awards are paid directly to the institution in a student's account. For women intending to study at U.S. universities, NLS funding for expenses other than tuition and books is subject to a 14% U.S. tax.

LOCATION OF STUDY

Candidates may use NLS funding for non-doctoral graduate study at accredited institutions worldwide. The NLS is committed to promoting the strengthening of research and of institutions of higher learning in the Global South. The NLS encourages students to study in their home country or region provided that the educational institution is accredited for higher education.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

An eligible candidate is a woman leader who...

1. Is committed to grassroots organizing and the needs of her community or indigenous group;

2. Has proof of a bachelor's or a higher degree;

3. Has at least three years of work experience dealing with critical human rights concerns, and other social, educational, environmental, health or economic conditions that threaten life or social stability, that discriminate, or that destroy or deplete her country's or community's resources;

4. Is accepted into a non-doctoral graduate program at an accredited university for full-time study/research related to her work experience;

5. Can show evidence of financial need for educational support;

6. Intends to return to her home country to work, utilizing training and research acquired in the study program.

PRE-APPLICATIONS

All applicants are invited to fill out pre-applications (which will be available Jan. 1 through March 25, 2006) on our website or by request from info@nativeleaders.org.

DEADLINES

NLS pre-applications for the 2006-2007 academic year will be available Jan. 1 through March 25, 2006 on our website or by request from info@nativeleaders.org.

After the pre-application period ends, all candidates will be notified about their application status. Incomplete pre-applications will not be considered for review. Unsolicited additional documents provided by the pre-applicant will not be reviewed. Only a small group of candidates will be invited to complete a full application.

Aline Carton, Program Manager
Native Leadership Scholarship
Channel Foundation
603 Stewart St., Suite 415
Seattle, WA 98101
USA
tel: (00)1-206-621-5447
fax: (00)1-206-621-2664

[Belgium] 12 International Courses and 6 International Training Programmes

Deadline: 1 February 2006

12 International Courses and 6 International Training Programmes

VLIR finances 12 International Courses (ICPs), organised by the Flemish universities. These courses are Master programmes, taking up one or two academic years, all of which lead to a Master’s degree (except one). These courses focus on specific problems of developing countries. The main target group for the courses are students from developing countries, although the courses can also be attended by Belgian students or students from other countries.

The ICPs aim to train people from the South with a responsible position in civil society (a university, school, NGO, ministry, etc) in such a way that the knowledge that the students acquire is disseminated and applied within the students’ institution and country of origin.

VLIR also finances International Training Programmes (ITPs) organised by Flemish universities and one non-university institution for higher education. ITPs are short-term training programmes whose main focus is transferring skills rather than knowledge. The International Training Programmes are designed for people from developing countries with a certain professional experience. Knowledge and skills are transferred through the ITPs, and the possibility for cooperation and networking created.

VLIR is responsible for the offer of ICPs and ITPs. It provides funds to the organising Flemish universities and also provides a number of scholarships for each programme.

The Flemish universities themselves are responsible for the academic content, and practical and logistical organisation of the programmes.

Although these programmes primarily address students and professionals from developing countries, they are also open to other people. In this brochure, you will find all necessary information you might need, either as self-supporting student or as scholar.

150 ICP scholarships and 70 ITP scholarships

Every year, with the support of the Belgian Directorate-General for Development Cooperation, the VLIR awards scholarships to students from developing countries to take up one of the 12 ICPs or one of the 6 ITPs.
Each year there are a maximum of 150 scholarships available for first-year ICP students and a maximum of 70 scholarships for ITP participants.

VLIR contact person
Kristel Wijshof
Maarten Timmermans
VLIR-UOS
Bolwerksquare 1a
1050 Brussel
Tel +32 (0)2 289 05 57
+32 (0)2 289 05 58
Fax +32 (0)2 514 72 77
E-mail scholarships@vlir.be

Downloads

NEW Deadline: 1 February 2006
VLIR Brochure 2006 - 2007 .PDF 1,7MB
VLIR Leaflet 2006 - 2007 .PDF 695kB
VLIR application form .PDF 93kB
VLIR Basic Info scholarships

Source: http://www.vlir.be/

[Norway] Quota Programme - Master scholarship

Scholarship-program for students from countries in Central- and Eastern Europe and developing countries (quota programme)


There is a special education program for students from countries in Eastern Europe and developing countries. The program includes courses at the major degree and doctorate levels, and certain professional degrees at particular colleges and universities in Norway. The teaching language is either Norwegian or English, and normally two years of prior higher education is required. It is The Norwegian Ministry of Education, Research and Church Affairs that each year determines which study plans shall be included and how many places are to be made available for each of them.

To receive financial support you have to be admitted through this program and have been given residence permit as someone seeking education. Another requirement is that you have to use your education in your home country when it is completed. If you have received financial support according to this program, you may be released from your obligation to repay your student loan when you go back to your home country and take up residence there. You will not be released from your obligations if you take up residence in Norway or in another country other than your home country. The same rules will then apply for repayment as for Norwegian citizens.

Grants and loans

Financial support (grants and loans) from Lånekassen is meant to cover residence and living expenses associated with studying in Norway. If you support spouse and children who have residence permit and live in Norway, you may receive additional financial support. The financial support may be reduced if you have income besides your studies. Public Norwegian institutions of higher learning do not normally charge school fees, but most private institutions do. If you have to pay school fees, additional loans may be provided to cover these.

Repayment of loans

With the exception of students who have received loans according to the special rules for students from the Commonwealth of Independent States, countries in Central and Eastern Europe and developing countries, everybody has to repay their loans, even if they move home.

Grants shall not be repaid. Loans are interest free as long as you are in education and are receiving financial support. After the education is completed you will be sent a repayment schedule for the loan, which shows how much you must pay in instalments. Interest will accrue from the first new month after the education is completed, interrupted or when you are no longer entitled to financial support.

You may apply for relief from having to pay interest and for a delay in repayment if you, after the completion of your education, become unemployed, ill, have children or are staying at home with small children. You may also apply for this if you are moving to a country with a low level of income.

Catatan:

Selama ini, pengiriman aplikasi beasiswa quota programme via pos. Tetapi utk tahun ini, sudah sistem online.

Kunjungi http://www.intersek.ntnu.no:591/prelim/. Sangat jelas, karena dijelaskan requirements, aplikasi form, jurusan yg ditawarkan, dsb.

Beberapa hari yg lalu, ada teman yg mencoba link tsb tetapi selalu error, kemudian kemaren teman sy itu langsung tanya ke koordinator quota programme Mrs.Raghnhild, dan beliau mengatakan kalo tetap ada masalah dgn online bisa melalui pos, berikut ini alamat yg saya temukan http://www.ntnu.no/intersek/contact.html/.

[Europe] Scholarships for Masters in Earthquake Engineering and/or Engineering Seismology

Original message from Michele Calvi

Dear Colleagues,

Applications for the Masters in Earthquake Engineering and/or Engineering Seismology (MEEES), approved and financially supported the European Commission under the framework of the Erasmus Mundus programme, have just been opened.

The Masters, coordinated by the ROSE School (Italy) (www.roseschool.it) and featuring the participation of University of Patras (Greece), University of Grenoble Joseph Fourier (France), Imperial College London (UK), European Joint Research Centre (EC) and Italian National Institute of Geophysics and Vulcanolgy (Italy), features also the availability of a relatively large number of scholarships, ranging from 14,000 to 35,000 Euro.

Full details on the programme can be found on the http://www.meees.org website. The deadline for application is the 31st of March, for which reason we would like to kindly urge you to pass this information to your students and whoever else might be interested.


Many thanks and kind regards,

Michele Calvi

__________________________________

Dr. Gian Michele Calvi

Director
European School of Advanced Studies in Reduction of
Seismic Risk
University Institute for Advanced Studies (IUSS)
Via Ferrata 1, 27100 Pavia, Italy
Tel: +39 0382 516911
E-mail: rose@unipv.it
Web-sites: http://www.roseschool.it,
http://www.meees.org

Director
European Centre for Training and Research in
Earthquake Engineering
Via Ferrata 1, 27100 Pavia, Italy
Tel: +39 0382 516911
E-mail: gm.calvi@eucentre.it
Web-site: http://www.eucentre.it

Professor of Structural Engineering
Dipartimento di Meccanica Strutturale
Università degli Studi di Pavia
Via Ferrata 1, 27100 Pavia, Italy
Tel: +39 0382 985450
E-mail: gm.calvi@unipv.it
Web-site: http://strutture.unipv.it

Principal
Studio Calvi
via Boezio 10, 27100 Pavia Italy
Tel.: +39 0382 538817
Fax: +39 0382 538702
E-mail: studio_calvi@tin.it

[Japan] Japanese Grant Aid for Human Resource Development Scholarship (JDS)

Deadline: December 6, 2005

Introduction
Japanese Grant Aid for Human Resource Development Scholarship (JDS) has been implemented in the Republic of Indonesia with the assistance of the Government of Japan since Japanese fiscal year 2002.

The objective of the JDS is to provide Indonesian citizens with the opportunity to study in Japan at Master level, for systematic and planned human resource development mainly targeting young government officials in order to support national efforts to achieve social and economic development in Indonesia. JDS fellows are expected to acquire expert knowledge and build research and human networks in Japan to use such knowledge and take an active role in practically solving the problems that Indonesia is facing with respect to social and economic development.

This year 30 scholarships will be offered mainly for government officials to study in Japan for commencement in 2006-2007.

Application Requirements

1. Nationality: Citizens of the Republic of Indonesia
2. Age: Below 40 years old as of April 1, 2006 (include 40 years old)
3. Occupation: Applicants must be NIP holders such as :
* Government officials (employees of state owned enterprises are excluded), or
* Lecturers of state universities or lecturers of state universities assigned to private universities by KOPERTIS (lecturers/researchers who are employed by state university after the university become BHMN are excluded)
* NIP must be issued by National Civil Service Agency (Badan Kepegawaian Negara)
4. Working Experience: At least two (2) years after getting permanent status (pegawai negeri sipil tetap) in the status mentioned above at the time of application.
5. Academic Background: Bachelor degree holder (S1) (D4 is not acceptable)
6. Permission: Applicants must obtain permission for their applications from appropriate department or person.
7. Ineligibility: Applicants must:
* Not serving in any form of military services (Police officers are acceptable)
* Not have already taken a Master degree (obtained overseas or domestically)
* Not hold a scholarship that would give overlapping benefits.
8. Others:
* Applicants from regional areas and women are greatly encouraged to apply.
* Applicants who pass Final Selection must participate in Pre-departure English Training in Jakarta for about two (2) months.
* JDS fellows are NOT allowed to apply for, or to take exams on, Doctor course during their study in Japan through JDS.

Read the complete information of JDS Scholarship here.