How to secure a Fully
funded Scholarship to study abroad.
A detailed step-by-step approach to it……
The search for a
scholarship to study abroad has been one of the compelling predicaments
confronting students in Africa, the most essential thing to be considered in
searching for a scholarship to study abroad is simply getting the right
information.
Before you can start the
whole process of securing a fully funded scholarship abroad, you need to first of
all apply for admission into the University of your Choice (Always undertake
detailed research online) after you’ve gotten the admission, you then proceed
to apply for a fully funded scholarship.
This is the secret that
most people don’t know but rather they think it's just a one-time thing you can
apply for and that’s all. There are instances where some Universities give automatic
scholarships the moment you have been offered admission. This is a rare
instance.
There are some basic
documents and procedures that everyone needs as far as gaining admission for
either undergraduate or postgraduate studies and securing a fully funded scholarship
to study abroad is concerned. These are
1.
A well-structured CV
2.
A statement of Purpose
3.
A letter of recommendation (2 different
copies)
4.
Application fee (Always try to get the
waived ones)
5.
A scanned copy of the Certificates
6.
An Official Transcript
7.
English Proficiency (Can be optional
sometimes)
In
this article, I will be sharing more insight on the items listed above with
examples and guidelines.
1.
Curriculum Vitae
A
Curriculum Vitae (commonly abbreviated to CV) is the Latin expression for “the
course of one’s life”. It’s also a detailed account of one’s work experience,
professional training, and educational background. For a successful scholarship
application, you need a well-structured CV that will meet the institution’s
demands with the various components well spelled out.
Click below for an indelve tutorial on how to prepare a well-structured C.V
2.
Statement of Purpose
Another important document that is a major requirement for securing a scholarship
abroad is the statement of purpose. SOP simply requests the applicant to
outline an interest in any purpose of applying for admission into the
particular institution. A few items that are widely requested are below…
Click below to watch a guide to writing a good Statement of Purpose
for a scholarship application.
3.
Letter of Recommendation
A
letter of recommendation is usually written by your lecturers and head of institutions
affirming your interest and eligibility for the programme you intend to study.
It is believed that your lecturer knows you very well during your undergraduate
or graduate studies. In order to commence a scholarship application, you need
to notify the person to write this recommendation letter for approval and
availability before using his/her details in the application process. It
usually consists of the following:
a. A
brief introduction stating who you are, your
relationship to the applicant, and your personal experience or expertise.
b. An
overview of the applicant's strengths as you've
experienced them and as they relate to the recipient.
c. A
personal story that elaborates on one to two traits
the applicant possesses.
d. A
closing statement that summarizes why the individual
you're recommending would be a good fit for the opportunity.
e. A
signature that includes your name and contact information.
4.
Application Process
In
most cases, a lot of people are misinformed when it comes to securing a fully
funded scholarship to study abroad. Just as I earlier explained, the whole
process is in two folds
a. Application
for admission and then after
b. Application
for scholarship
Application
for admission is simply researching the university of your choice and the
preferred programme of study. When you’re convinced and comfortable with a
particular university, you proceed to apply for admission, in this application
process try and get the ones whose application fees are waived (Exempted
for a period). After a successful application, keep checking your inbox for
a congratulatory message which is an offer of Admission.
The
admission letter is now your tool to use to proceed with the scholarship
application process which equally requires all or some of the documents I have
listed above.
5.
A scanned copy of your Certificates
To
start both the application for admission and application for scholarship
requires all your relevant certificates, in this case, since you are applying
online, you are required to neatly scan your certificates and upload them
during the application process.
6.
An Official Transcript
You
are also required in some instances an official transcript from your previous
University of study which must be endorsed by the head of the institution or
head or Academic Affairs.
7.
English Proficiency
English
Language Proficiency is the ability of Students to use the English language to
make and communicate meaning in spoken and written contexts while completing
their program of study.
The
most popular English proficiency tests are IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC, CELPIP, and the
Cambridge English Qualifications of KET, PET, FCE, CAE, and CPE. That said,
IELTS and TOEFL are in a different league from the rest because they are recognized
and accepted by a large number of organizations, both in English-speaking and
non-English-speaking countries.
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