NOTE TO ALL APPLICANTS TO OAS SCHOLARSHIPS

PLEASE READ BEFORE STARTING

To apply for this scholarship opportunity, you must submit this scholarship application and upload the following documents where indicated in this application form:

1. Unconditional admission letter
2. Copy of bachelor's degree transcript
3. Copy of bachelor's degree diploma
4. 2 recommendation letters
5. Proof of English proficiency, if applicable
6. Curriculum vitae or resume
7. Copy of a government issued ID

Please note the following:

a) Students whose native language is not English will be required to submit one of the following as proof of English proficiency:

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

a) Pre-selected candidates will be asked to provide proof of sufficient funds to cover tuition and fees and other costs mentioned in the announcement, which is estimated at EUR 3,200.00 to cover the cost of remaining tuition and approximately EUR $ 5000 to cover other costs mentioned, 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.

c) One of the letters of recommendation should be provided by a university professor and the other should be provided by your 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.

d) You are required to write and include two essays in the scholarship application form. The essays should be written in English. Each essay should have 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 future career.
• Essay 2: Explain how you intend to apply the acquired knowledge and experience in the specific field of study that you will pursue to the development of your country or region.

This application must be completed online. If you are ready to complete the application form please click the "Continue" button below.