SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS AND PROFESSIONALS

U.S. Government Sponsored Scholarships

- Fulbright Program

Fulbright Scholarships will be awarded under the J. William Fulbright Program for study in a two-year Master’s Degree program during the 2009 – 2011 academic years (July 2009 – June 2011). Individuals from both the public and the private sectors may apply. Female, minority and candidates from outside Vientiane are encouraged to apply.

- Humphrey Fellowship

The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program is a Fulbright program that provides mid-level professionals from developing countries an opportunity to enhance their professional capabilities through participation in specialized, 10-month, non-degree programs at selected American universities. Fellowships will be granted for the 2009-2010 academic year (August 2008 – June 2009).

Other Scholarship Programs and Opportunities

Funding for US Study Online
(http://www.fundingusstudy.org/)

is an extensive database of scholarships, fellowships and grants organized and maintained by the Institute of International Education (IIE). Funding for US Study includes all types of funding programs, for all levels of post-secondary study, across the full range of academic areas.

The International Scholarship Search (http://www.internationalscholarships.com)

is a financial aid, college scholarship and international scholarship resource for students wishing to study abroad. At this site, you will find a comprehensive listing of grants, scholarships, loan programs, and other information to assist college and university students in their pursuit to study abroad.