The Rotary Foundation is offering 100 fully-funded academic fellowships for worldwide students. Two types of peace fellowships are available — master and professional development certificate fellowships.
Eligibility: Proficiency in English; Proficiency in a second language is strongly recommended; Strong commitment to international understanding and peace as demonstrated through professional and academic achievements and personal or community service; Excellent leadership skills. Master’s degree applicants (minimum three years of related full-time work or volunteer experience), Bachelor’s degree (certificate applicants: minimum five years of related full-time work or volunteer experience, strong academic background).
How to apply: Thoroughly research the curriculum. Collect all academic transcripts, test scores and any other documents required by preferred universities. All supplementary materials must be in English. Inform your local Rotary district that you are applying for a peace fellowship, and request an interview.
District endorsement is required to complete the application process. Prior to interviews, fill out the application form, attach the required supplementary materials (test scores, academic recommendations, essays). Complete an interview with district representatives. Districts must submit endorsed applications to The Rotary Foundation by July 1.
Scholarship deadline: The deadline for candidates to submit applications to their district is May 31. Districts must submit endorsed applications to The Rotary Foundation by 1 July.
Victoria University of Wellington is offering 35 doctoral scholarships for New Zealand and international students. These scholarships are available for pursuing doctoral or PhD degree programme.
Eligibility: Open to graduates of any university within or outside of New Zealand who intend to enroll full time for a doctorate at Victoria University or who have commenced their doctoral study at Victoria University. Are awarded on academic merit and are open to New Zealand and international students in any discipline.
How to apply: Applications for admission as a PhD student and for Victoria Doctoral Scholarships should be made online.
Application deadline: July 1, 2016.