GLOBAL SUSTAINABLE ELECTRICITY PARTNERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP
Scholarship Region
International Region : USA
Scholarship For
Post Graduate
Last Date
08/03/2024
Scholarship Amount
839,323
Scholarship Type
Private
Scholarship Fields
Other
Scholarship General Information
The Education for Sustainable Energy Development (ESED) scholarship program inspires the next generation of innovators and thinkers to create a sustainable future. Our scholars are exceptional students from developing countries studying in sustainable energy development.
The scholarship is tenable at any university. GSEP encourages the application of students pursuing studies in universities of the global South.
ITEM | DISCRIPTION |
Name | GLOBAL SUSTAINABLE ELECTRICITY PARTNERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP |
Scholarship Amount | $10000 (8,39,323 INR) |
No. of Scholarships | 12 |
Required Qualification | Graduate |
Scholarship For | For Postgraduate Courses |
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, prospective applicants must:
1. Undertake master’s-level studies in the fields of zero-carbon energy, smart grids, electric transportation, energy storage, advanced electricity technologies, public policy, economics, law, political science, or other relevant fields
2. Eligible applicants must be pursuing full-time studies for at least one full school year (two or three semesters), beginning in autumn. Students in the second year of a two-year program are eligible to apply, provided that they meet this requirement.
3. Be a citizen of a developing country/territory on the List of official development aid recipients identified by the Development Co-operation Directorate (DAC) of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
4. Be committed to contribute to their home country's development after their studies
Be an outstanding student:
1. Graduates with excellent grades in the top 20% of their class
2. Is committed to zero-carbon energy development
3. Has a history of community involvement
4. Is determined to advance their knowledge and understanding
With the aim of supporting developing countries in building local expertise, GSEP will allocate a share of its scholarships to students pursuing master’s studies in universities based in developing countries.
The academic panel ensures that the yearly selection respects geographical and gender diversity.
Award Amount
Up to $10,000 US per year (max. two years)
No. of Scholarships Available
Approximately 12 students annually
Important Dates
Summary | Tentative Date |
Last date to apply | Mar 8 |
Application Fee
No Separate Application or Fee is Required to get the scholarship, it will be automatically considered, once you enrolled for the program.
Selection Process
An independent Academic Panel consisting of accomplished representatives of notable academic institutions will review the applications and select the winners.
Other Info
Required documents
You must provide an electronic copy of all the documents listed below. If the language of your original documents is not English, we require a certified translation of the document including the name of the translator as well as a copy of the original (untranslated) document.
1. Passport (photo page only) or birth certificate demonstrating citizenship of a developing country
2. Curriculum vitae detailing your education, work experience (if applicable), awards, and participation in volunteer and/or extracurricular activities
3. Admission letter from your university program of choice. Please note that each applicant can only submit the admission letter from their top choice of university program.
If this application is for the second year of a two-year program, please include proof of enrollment, as well as a copy of the official letter of admission. These should be uploaded together in a single document.
4. A course outline of your intended master’s program (PDF file or link)
All previous university transcripts
If this application is for the second year of a two-year master’s program, please include your transcript for your first year.
Two reference letters or forms:
1. At least one of the references must be from an Academic referee. An academic referee must be a faculty member or professor at your current or previous university who knows your academic abilities. You need to provide a completed copy of the Academic Reference Form. The form must be completed in English and signed by the referee.
2. The second referee may either be another Academic referree (as detailed above) or a personal referee. A personal referee should be a person (e.g. employer, supervisor, mentor, coach) who can discuss other personal qualities or interests that make you specially qualified to receive the scholarship. This referee cannot be a family member. Should you go with the Personal referee, the reference letter must be on official letterhead, written in English, and must be dated and signed by the referee. Please make sure that the referee includes your full name in their letter.
