Faculty for the Future Fellowships By Schlumberger Foundation for Women applicants From Developing Countries

Description
Each year, The Faculty for the Future Fellowships, launched by the Schlumberger Foundation, are awarded to women from developing and emerging economies who are preparing for PhD or post-doctoral study in the physical sciences and related disciplines at top universities for their disciplines abroad.
Grant recipients are selected for their leadership capabilities as for their scientific talents, and are expected to return to their home countries to continue their academic careers and inspire other young women.

Benefit :
Faculty for the Future grants are awarded based on the actual costs of studying and living in the chosen location, and is worth USD 50,000 for PhDs and USD 40,000 for Post-doctoral study.
Grants may be renewed through to completion of studies subject to performance, self-evaluation and recommendations from supervisors.

Eligibility

• Be a woman;
• Be a citizen of a developing country;
• Wish to pursue a PhD degree or Post-doctoral research in the physical sciences or related disciplines;
• Have applied to, have been admitted to, or are currently enrolled in a university abroad;
• Wish to return to their home country to continue their academic career upon completion of their studies;
• Be very committed to teaching and demonstrate active participation in faculty life and outreach work to encourage young women into the sciences;
• Hold an excellent academic record.

Application Procedure
The scholarship award should be applied online. Please visit the official site below.

Submission Deadline
23rd Nov.(New applicants); 16th Nov.(Renewals) each year

Website Link
http://www.facultyforthefuture.net/

The Citadel Capital Scholarship For Egyptian Master and PhD Students

Description
Citadel Capital is a leading Egyptian private equity firm established by a team of professionals with extensive experience in investment banking and capital markets, operating in Egypt, North Africa and the Middle East. Over the past three years, Citadel Capital has executed some of the most compelling and successful private equity transactions in Egypt and the region, building a strong track record and an outstanding investor base, raising and investing over ten billion US dollars.

Eligibility

1. Applicant must be under the age of 35.
2. Must be an Egyptian national and residing in Egypt.
3. Is planning to pursue his/her studies at one of the top universities in their discipline of choice.
4. Must have been accepted at the university and program of interest.
5. Excellent command of language of study Good command of the English language.
6. Involvement with activities in civic, public or international affairs (NGOs, volunteer work, etc) will be an asset.
7. Must have a genuine financial need.
8. Not a beneficiary of any other partial scholarship or grants (with exception to waivers from the university of choice itself).
9. Upon completion of program, graduates must be committed to return to work in Egypt for a minimum of 2 years.
10. Military service status must be clear (for males).

Application Procedure
Please download the application form at: http://www.citadelscholarships.org/documents.html

The completed application form together with attacment documents must be submitted to:
Citadel Capital Scholarship Foundation
P.O Box 29
Postal Code: 11516
Cairo, Egypt

Supporting Documents:

• The Citadel Capital Scholarship application form
• Copy of letter of acceptance to University of choice
• Copy of (completed) application form submitted to university of choice
• An updated C.V. 
• Two reference letters (academic and professional)
•  Military Certificate (for males)

Submission Deadline
April 30th

Website Link
http://www.citadelscholarships.org/index.html 

OFID SCHOLARSHIP AWARD FOR MASTER STUDENTS FROM DEVELOPING COUNTRY

Description
OFID (The OPEC Fund for International Development) is pleased to announce that qualified applicants who have obtained or are on the verge of completing their undergraduate degree and who wish to study for a Master's degree (click here for other master's scholarship) are welcome to apply for the OFID Scholarship 2012. The OFID Scholarship will be awarded to support two students or candidates for Master’s degree studies. The applicant may be from any developing country, and he/she must first obtain admission to pursue a Master's (graduate) degree in any recognized university/college in the world. The Scholarship is open to those students who wish to pursue studies in a relevant field of Development or Energy Studies.

Through its scholarship scheme, OFID aims to help highly motivated, highly-driven individuals overcome one of the biggest challenges to their careers – the cost of graduate studies. The winner of the OFID Scholarship Award will receive a full tuition scholarship of up to US$50,000. The funds will be spread over a maximum of one year, toward the completion of a Master’s degree, or its equivalent, at an accredited educational institution, starting in the autumn of the academic year 2013

Eligibility

1. Must be between the ages of 23-32 at the time of submitting his/her application.
2. Must have obtained or be on the verge of completing their undergraduate degree with a Baccalaureate from an accredited college/university, or its equivalent.
3. Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 rating system, or its equivalent.
4. Must be matriculated at an accredited university for the upcoming academic year starting August/September 2012, and must maintain full-time status for the duration of the Master's Degree.
5. Must be a national of a developing country (please see list of eligible countries below)
6. Must select a subject of study that pertains to OFID’s core mission, such as: economics of development (poverty reduction, energy and sustainable development), environment (desertification), or other related science and technology fields.

Application Procedure
The following document must be submitted online:

• A completed on-line application form.
• A scanned copy of the applicants passport.
• A scanned copy of the last university degree or certificate.
• A scanned letter of acceptance from chosen educational institution, confirming your admission, subject of study and duration of the Master’s degree program (must not exceed one year).
• A proof of meeting any prerequisites, including language proficiency.
• A short essay – of about 500 words in English – giving reasons for applying for the OFID scholarship, explaining your educational goals, and clearly describing how you will use the experience gained from your Master's degree studies to help in the development of your home country.
• Two letters of recommendation from professors and/or lecturers at applicant's present university.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Submission Deadline
Please contact the scholarship provider

Website Link
http://www.ofid.org/Portalvbvs/DesktopDefault.aspx