Organization of American States Department of<br />Human Development
2015 OAS VUB Scholarship Program

NOTE TO ALL APPLICANTS TO OAS SCHOLARSHIPS

PLEASE READ BEFORE STARTING

Please note that the following documents must be uploaded as one PDF file at the last page of the application form in the following order:

1. Research proposal, which includes the name of the faculty and department, the name of potential supervisor, the research topic and research details (at least one and maximum of three choices are possible). Please see research topics and supervisors in the link in the scholarship announcement.

2. Copy of government issued identification document, such a passport ID page or Driver's License;

3. Transcript of records of highest educational studies;

4. Two recommendation letters;

5. Curriculum Vitae or Resume, without attachments;

6. Proof of English language proficiency;

NOTE: Applicants must ensure that all information provided as part of the OAS Application form 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 OR OFFICIALLY TRANSLATED INTO ENGLISH

Take into account that you will be required to write two essays in the OAS online scholarship application form and that essays should be written in the English. 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 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 will 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.

Scholarship applicants must complete the scholarship application and submit it online before April 1st, 2015.

Please click "Continue" button below to begin the application.