2016 Clark University Global Scholars Program to Study in USA
Summary
Sponsor: Clark University About Clark University, USA: Clark University is an American private university and liberal arts college in Worcester, Massachusetts. Founded in 1887, it is the oldest educational institution founded as an all-graduate university in the United States. Clark now also educates undergraduates. The U.S. News & World Report ranked Clark 75th nationally in …
Sponsor: Clark University
About Clark University, USA:
Clark University is an American private university and liberal arts college in Worcester, Massachusetts. Founded in 1887, it is the oldest educational institution founded as an all-graduate university in the United States. Clark now also educates undergraduates.
The U.S. News & World Report ranked Clark 75th nationally in 2014, 83rd in 2013, and 95th in 2012. In 2013, Forbes ranked Clark University #51 in research. The acceptance rate of the undergraduate class in 2014 was 54%. It is best known for being the birth place of rocket propulsion.
Clark is one of 40 schools profiled in the book Colleges That Change Lives by Loren Pope. Those who attend Clark University are colloquially called “Clarkies”.
About the 2016 Clark University Global Scholars Program to Study in USA:
Host Institutions: Clark University; Worcester; Massachusetts (MA); United States
Nominations will be accepted from secondary schools, recognized international development agencies and their affiliates, registered local or international charitable and not-for-profit organizations.
Applications are currently ongoing for the 2016 Clark University Global Scholars Program for undergraduate students who wish pursue their academic careers in Canada.
Clark University offers the Global Scholars Program (GSP) which is a special program for incoming undergraduate international students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership in their home communities before attending Clark. Global scholars receive guidance and opportunities to build on their leadership skills so they can make a difference at Clark, in the Worcester area, and in the global community.
The Global Scholars Program (GSP) builds on Clark University’s long-standing commitment to providing a challenging education with a global focus.
Criteria for Eligibility:
Successful candidates will be first-year applicants who have the demonstrated potential to provide leadership in their community and the world and who are committed to making a difference.
With regard to first-year applicants, students transferring from another college or university are not eligible for the GSP. High school students who are NOT permanent residents or citizens of the United States, as well as U.S. citizens/permanent residents who reside overseas and will complete their entire secondary school education outside the U.S. are eligible.
Candidates should be outstanding students who are also deeply engaged in their school or local communities.
Fields of Study:
Any undergraduate level course offered at the university.
Number of Scholarships:
Not specified by the sponsoring institution.
Eligible Countries/Target Groups:
Citizens of ALL countries.
Value of Scholarship/Inclusions:
Scholarship benefits:
Global Scholars are paired with an administrator, peer, or alumni mentor who assist them throughout their time at Clark.
GSP participants will receive a $40,000 scholarship ($10,000 per year for four years of undergraduate study) and are eligible to receive a $2,500 stipend to pursue an approved project of their own initiative during the summer after their junior year at Clark.
Students admitted to the Global Scholars Program will receive:
- A scholarship of no less than $10,000 ** ($40,000 for four years contingent upon meeting academic standards for renewal);
- A guaranteed $2,500 taxable stipend for a paid internship or research assistantship taken for academic credit during the summer following the sophomore or junior year;
- A supportive network of faculty, students, staff, alumni and peers;
- Participation in the Global Scholars Mentor Program, including a semi-annual dinner hosted by the President of Clark University. In addition to a faculty advisor, staff or alumni leadership mentors will support Global Scholars.
** Applicants with financial need greater than the amount of the Global Scholars award may be eligible for additional need-based financial aid.
Scholarship Duration:
The award will last for four years i.e. the whole duration of applicant’s chosen undergraduate study (renewable, subject to maintaining conditions of academic standards).
Application Procedure/Instructions:
The GSP is a special scholarship program for incoming first year students at Clark, and it is geared towards building on their leadership skills.
To be considered for this scholarship, international applicants must submit the College Board PROFILE form by January 15. U.S. citizens must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and College Board PROFILE form by February 1. It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for complete information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Deadline for Application
The deadline date for submission of all applications for international applicants is on/before 15th January; while that for U.S. citizens is on/before 1st February.
Official Scholarship Website:
Click on the link below to APPLY:
>> http://internationalscholars.ubc.ca/eligibility-nomination-and-application/
>> See more scholarships to study in Canada
Like our Facebook page, Nigerian Scholars to keep getting our updates and you can also subscribe by submitting you email address via the subscribe form below to keep receiving our newsletters that will help you guarantee success in your academic career both in Nigeria and beyond.
It’s our pleasure to keep serving you better.
