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Michigan State University Miriam J. Kelley African Scholarship 2020

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Emmanuel Charles

Senior Admissions Analyst

April 27, 2020

Michigan State University (MSU) in the United States is offering two (2) awards worth $1,000 each under the 2020 Miriam J. Kelley African Scholarship Program. The grant supports African Master's and PhD students at MSU who plan to contribute to the development of their home countries, with a strong emphasis on supporting African women.

2020 Miriam J. Kelley African Scholarship Program At Michigan State University - USA

Eligibility Requirements

  1. Must be an African graduate student at Michigan State University in good academic standing (female students are strongly encouraged to apply).
  2. Must hold a temporary US student visa.
  3. Must clearly describe the factors demonstrating your intention to return to your home country after graduation.
  4. Must show the capacity and initiative to achieve your educational and developmental goals.

Application Requirements

Download the Miriam J. Kelley Scholarship Application Form and submit your complete package to the Office for International Students and Scholars, 103 International Center, MSU. Your application must include:

  • Part I (Narrative of 3 single-spaced pages or less):
    1. General description of your educational goals and how your proposed activities relate to those goals (what you will do, why, where, and with whom).
    2. Specific purpose of the activities and the short- and long-term benefits to you and your home country.
    3. A budget outline detailing expected costs and any other confirmed or prospective funding from the university or external sources.
  • Part II (Two Supporting Letters): One letter from your academic advisor or department chairperson, and a second letter from one of your university professors/teachers.

For more details, visit isp.msu.edu/information-resources/student-funding.

Application Deadline: 15th July 2020.

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Candidate Comments & Inquiries (2)

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Vanessa Nwosu

Apr 27, 2020

Can this $1,000 grant be used to fund thesis fieldwork in Nigeria?

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Mentra Admissions Desk

Apr 27, 2020

Yes, Vanessa! The Miriam J. Kelley grant is frequently used by MSU African graduate students to cover research fieldwork, professional training, or academic projects tied to their home country.

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