NOTE TO ALL APPLICANTS TO OAS SCHOLARSHIPS

To apply for this scholarship opportunity, you must submit a Scholarship Application online through the OAS Fellowship Management System.

You are required to upload the following documents where indicated in the online application form. Please note that all supporting documents must first be combined into ONE PDF document before it can be uploaded in the application form. The application system does not allow for more than one document to be uploaded, hence the aforementioned request. Please be guided accordingly.

• One (1) Recommendation Letter
• Copy of Bachelor's Degree Transcript (record of grades)
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Proof of additional funds
• Proof of English Proficiency, if applicable
• Copy of a Government Issued ID (passport or national ID)
• One (1) essay and one page case study

Please note the following:

a) All documents must be in English or officially translated to English by a certified translator.

b) 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; OR
• Other standard English proficiency certificates

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

c) Proof that you have sufficient funds (estimated at USD $1,200) to cover accommodation, meals, local transportation and other costs not covered by the scholarship by including one, or a combination, of the following documents with your scholarship application:

• 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.

d) The letter of recommendation should be provided by a university professor, previous employer or current employer that includes: the letterhead of the University /Company, the professor’s/employer’s position within the University/Company, date and signature.

e) You are required to write a one page case study on a specific urban development issue or project in your country to be presented at the Course. The case study must be written in English.

f) You are required to write one essay. The essay must be written in English.

   Essay: Describe how participating in this course will directly impact and enhance your professional skills in your current job position or future career.

For questions about this scholarship opportunity, please contact Ms. Jennifer Hoogdorp at [email protected].

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