Griffith University Scholarship for African Students, Australia

The Griffith University now provides eight (8) $3,000 tuition scholarships for the university prospective students from African countries.

Description
Griffith University has eight (8) $3,000 tuition scholarships.   The scholarships are on offer to students from any African nation that are currently residing in Africa and are planning to commence their studies at Griffith University in January or July 2013.  Applications will be assessed on academic merit, demonstrated leadership and personal character.  Applications should be sent directly to Griffith International.

The selection will be based on the following considerations:

• strong academic merit, a certified/attested true copy of supporting documentation must be submitted with application;
• demonstrated leadership ability, applications should include at least one professional reference;
• personal character, applications should include at least one reference;
• Applicant's personal statement.  The personal statement should include why the applicant has applied for the scholarship, the selected program of study at Griffith University, and other information they feel strengthens their application for the scholarship.

Eligibility
This scholarship award available for students who:

• are citizens of any African nation, and currently residing in Africa.
• have applied to Griffith University and who satisfy all appropriate entry requirements for the proposed degree program, including results of previous tertiary level studies, secondary school level studies and English language proficiency as per Griffith University's Admission Policy for Undergraduate or Postgraduate (coursework) Programs
• will be commencing (not existing) students at Griffith University;
• are enrolling as a full-time student in an undergraduate degree program, OR a postgraduate degree program, OR a research/PhD program at Griffith University.

Application Procedure
Please download and complete the application form at: http://www.griffith.edu.au/

Submission Deadline
Please contact the scholarship provider

Website Link
http://www.griffith.edu.au/international/scholarships-finance/scholarships/griffith-international-scholarships/africa