Organization of American States Department of<br />Human Development
2014 OAS/RIT Scholarship

NOTE TO ALL APPLICANTS TO OAS SCHOLARSHIPS

PLEASE READ BEFORE STARTING

Scholarship Application Process:

STEP 1

The candidate should begin the admission process to one of the degree programs covered by this scholarship program.

STEP 2

Gather the following documents which must be included with the completed scholarship application form, and in the following order:

1. Letter of unconditional admission to RIT;

I. Proof of application for admission to RIT could be shown in the forms of the application confirmation number, application ID number or email confirmation forwarded by RIT which confirms that the application was successfully received.

II. IMPORTANT: Although we encourage you to apply and submit the other required documents of the OAS Scholarship application before receiving your admission letter, you must submit a copy of the official admission letter by the scholarship application deadline to [email protected] with copy to [email protected].

2. Copy of government issued identification document;

3. Curriculum Vitae or Resume, without attachments;

4. Copy of undergraduate academic records or transcripts of completed programs;

5. Two letters of recommendation: one letter from a university professor, and one from a current or most recent employer that includes: the letterhead of the University/Institution, the Professor’s/Employer’s position within the University/Institution, date and signature.

6. Students whose native language is not English will be required to submit one of the following proof of English proficiency:

I. An official transcript verifying completion of studies in an English speaking university in the last five years; OR

II. A test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of 570 or higher for the paper based test, 230 for computer-based test, or an internet-based TOEFL (IBT) score of at least 89. OR

III. IELTS 6.5, or the equivalent

The date stated on the TOEFL or IELTS certificate must be within two years of your proposed start date.

7. Proof that you have sufficient funds to cover tuition and fees and cost of books and study materials, which is estimated at US$22,000 -$29,000 depending on the program you choose, by submitting one, or a combination, of the following documents:

· a copy of a rental agreement on property showing you as the property owner;

· a copy of a bank statement or bank letter;

· a letter from an employer showing a monthly or yearly salary;

· a letter showing a student loan or additional scholarship(s), grants, financial aid.

NOTE: Applicants must ensure that all information provided as part of the OAS Scholarship Application is accurate, true and correct. While documents are sent electronically, applicants must be able to present physical and original copies of these documents.

All documents must be in English

STEP 3

Take into account that the OAS online application form requires the following two essays, which are to be written in the English language. Each essay must contain a minimum of 800 characters (not words) and a maximum of 2900 characters, including spaces.

Essay 1: Describe how acquiring this academic degree will directly impact and enhance your professional skills in your current job position or career.

Essay 2: The OAS – PAEC Scholarship requires recipients to return to their country of citizenship or legal residence for 2 years upon completion of the studies. Please explain how you intend to apply the acquired knowledge and experience in the specific field of study that you pursue to the development in your country or region. Also, please indicate the reasons for applying to this scholarship, financial need and how you will cover the additional costs not included in this scholarship.

STEP 4

Complete and send the OAS/RIT Scholarship Application Form, along with the above indicated documents, which should be attached in pdf format and as one document in the order specified in Step 2.

Please note that that application system only allows applicants to upload the supporting document only once. Hence, all documents must be combined into one file before uploading.

Note: We strongly recommend applying for the scholarship as soon you start the process of admission to Institution. Only applicants that are admitted by the University or Educational Institution will be considered for the scholarship.


Scholarship applicants must complete the scholarship application and submit it online before July 15th, 2014

STEP 5

The evaluation process, selection, and announcement of results will take place. During this period, the candidate should await the announcement of the scholarship results, which will published at www.oas.org/scholarships in July 2014.

STEP 6

The scholarship acceptance process will take place. Only the selected candidates will be contacted via e-mail which will include the official scholarship offer and the instructions on its acceptance.

STEP 7

Awardee should prepare for the beginning of the study program: registering for classes, ordering course books, among others.




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