The Africa-America Institute

Application Deadline:

Regular Deadline: 28th June 2018 Late Deadline: 23rd August 2018.

The Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship is a partnership between the Jim Ovia Foundation and the Africa-America Institute, to educate young Africans to lead the continent. Through the University partners, the Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship will provide comprehensive scholarships to select high achieving students, from under resourced backgrounds, a full education that will provide them with the necessary skills for a dynamic and innovation-driven career.

This scholarship is made possible through the generous philanthropy of the Jim Ovia Foundation and is currently offered through Ashesi University.

Eligibility Requirements:

Students must also meet the following requirements:

Must be a citizen of an African country, residing in Africa
Exhibit strong academic record and penchant for high-achievement
Demonstrate a Financial Need
Present an active record of youth leadership within his/her community

Benefits:

The Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship will provide the following benefits:

Comprehensive Scholarships:the Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship will provide tuition, room and board for undergraduate study.
Career Support and Opportunities: Scholarship recipients will receive career counseling and support while still students and also after graduation.
AAI Global Alumni Network: Recipients of the Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship will graduate into one of the most prestigious alumni networks. AAI Alumni include prominent leaders in many sectors around Africa and the Globe and includes two sitting Presidents. Scholarship recipients will be connected to this network for potential opportunities, mentorship and the ability to collectively continue towards developing the continent.

Application Procedure:

To be considered for the Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship, students must complete the application process for Ashesi University, including submission of a General Scholarship Form, as detailed on http://www.ashesi.edu.gh/admissions/how-to-apply.html

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship 2018

Application Deadline: January 25, 2016

East African Development Bank has launched the EADB Math, Science, Technology and Engineering University Scholarship Program for Teachers and Lecturers in partnership with The Africa-America Institute.

Scholarships will be available to students with a bachelor’s degree with an interest in pursuing a graduate degree in the field of math, science, technology and engineering in the United States at Rutgers University and New Jersey Institute of Technology, world-class universities less than an hour away from New York City.

The scholarship program, EADB Math, Science, Technology and Engineering University Scholarship Program, will enable East African teachers and lecturers to earn a graduate degree in science, technology, engineering, science or math (STEM) at Rutgers University and New Jersey Institute of Technology, world-class universities less than an hour away from New York City.

Eligibility Criteria

Successful applicants must be:

A university graduate with a Bachelor’s degree with First Class/Upper Second Honours in Mathematics, Sciences or Engineering
Under 40 years of age and a citizen of the EADB Member States: Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda
Experienced Teachers and Lecturers of tertiary institutions, polytechnics with at least 3 years full-time teaching experience
Working full-time in public, government owned institutions
Committed to returning to their home country, to teach in a public government owned institution which is a mandatory requirement
Diligent in successfully completing the application process by the allotted deadlines at Rutgers University and New Jersey Institute of Technology

This fully funded scholarship will provide full tuition, room and living expenses within a stipulated budget.

Benefits:

A qualified scholarship recipient will receive:

Full tuition, room and board plus living expenses and student’s annual health insurance so to pursue a Master’s degree in math and engineering.
Round-trip ticket to the USA at the beginning of the program and back to their home country in East Africa after the completion of the program.
Information about internships at top American and local companies working in Africa.

Application Process:

Send your application to EADB/AAI to email, [email protected] by January 25, 2016, with the following information. All submissions must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

Your name and contact information including physical address
A copy of your Bachelors degree
Your final grades
One page essay on how you imagine the masters level education would advance your own career; and how you would then make a positive impact in advancing STEM skills development in your home country; also specify why you should be added to the pool of the applicants who can apply to Rutgers University and New Jersey Institute of Technology
Letter of support from your employer committing to employ you on completion of studies.

Timeline:

Rutgers

Application deadline at Rutgers University for Master applicants: March 31, 2016
First day of school at Rutgers University for Bachelor and Master: September 6, 2016

Note: International students’ orientation week is the last week in August each year.

New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT)

Application deadline at New Jersey Institute of Technology for Master applicants: May 1, for the Fall and November 15 for the Spring Semester.
First day of school at New Jersey Institute of Technology for Bachelor and Master: September 6, 2016.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the East African Development Bank Scholarship Program 2016

Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship 2018/2019 for study at Ashesi University, Ghana (Fully Funded)

East African Development Bank Scholarship Program 2016 for STEM (Fully Funded Study in the USA)