Alternate Scholarship Resources

See here: http://www.nehra.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=518&Itemid=46

The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation's German Chancellor Fellowship Program is for university graduates from the United States, the Russian Federation, the People's Republic of China, Brazil and India with an interest in international issues and demonstrated leadership potential. The program is targeted at accomplished young professionals who are likely to become decision-makers, thought leaders, and influential voices in their respective fields. Fellows will be recruited from a broad range of areas such as politics and public policy, law, media, business, the non-governmental sector, and the arts. The program provides fellows the opportunity to spend one year in Germany, where they will network with other prospective leaders from abroad and explore new solutions to the global issues of our times. This prestigious program builds on Germany's established and growing reputation as a favored destination for problem-focused international dialogue and a meeting place for tomorrow's international leaders.

During their time in Germany, Federal Chancellor Fellows conduct independent projects at their host institutions. The project should involve original exploration of a topic or issue, or research in the fellow's respective field of interest. The fellows are mentored by hosts in Germany, whom the fellows have chosen on the basis of their expertise in their respective areas. Projects should be of relevance to modern societies, have a long-term and visible impact, and help to advance fellows' careers and professional development. Through their experience in Germany, fellows will acquire greater knowledge of their fields, gain new international experience, and strengthen their intercultural competence - all essential qualities for future professional leaders.

http://www.humboldt-foundation.de/web/home.html

http://www.glamour.com/images/pdfs/glamour-top-ten-college-women-application.pdf

Every year since 1957, Glamour's Top 10 College Women Competition has saluted the most outstanding young female leaders on America's campuses. Winners have gone on to achieve remarkable success and collectively, they represent women's explosion into every field imaginable.

An applicant must be a full-time junior presently enrolled in an accredited college or university in the U.S. or Canada and be able to display leadership experience, campus and community involvement, unique and inspiring goals, and excellence in her field of study.

The application consists of a completed application form, official transcript, list of activities on and off campus, a 500-700 word essay describing your most meaningful achievements, a photograph, and two letters of recommendation. Slides, CDs, videotapes, etc, of work are permitted to be enclosed with application.

Winners receive a $3,000 cash prize (grand prize of $20,000), a trip to New York City, a meeting with top female professionals, and recognition in Glamour magazine.

The early deadline for applications is July 15.

International students who have been accepted into graduate programs in the U.S. and are seeking funding, try http://www.dekarman.org/

See here: http://www.educoas.org/portal/en/oasbecas/announcement11-12.aspx?culture=en&navid=44