INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION FEE SCHOLARSHIP

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TSU's International Education Fee Scholarship (IEF), also known as Study Abroad Scholarship, was established by the Texas state legislature in HR1147. The scholarship is funded from money collected through a one dollar "international education fee" paid by all regularly enrolled students at TSU University.

The scholarship was established to encourage all students to participate in study abroad and international exchange programs.

Specific award amount are not guaranteed. Students may expect awards to fall between the following ranges:

For semester-long study between $250.00 - $1000.00
For summer session study between $250.00 - $750.00

The scholarship is not intended to cover the entire cost of a student's chosen program.

ELIGIBILITY

1. Currently enrolled students who have completed two full-time semester of study (24 hours undergraduate or 9 hours graduate) at TSU and who are:
a. International students enrolled in a degree program.
b. TSU students participating in international exchange and study programs through TSU or its affiliates.

NOTE: In order for a study abroad program to be eligible for IEF funding it must be a TSU Affiliated, Reciprocal, Faculty-led or Faculty-sponsored program. If you are unsure whether the program you have chosen meets these criteria please contact the Study Abroad Office in the International Education Director at 968 - 9632 for more information.

CRITERIA AND PROCEDURES

1. International Education Fee Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis by the International Education Fee Scholarship Committee. The committee is comprised of students, faculty members, and administrators at TSU University. The committee assures all applicants that their applications and proposals will be afforded careful and conscientious review. To that end, the committee has set no special priorities for consideration.

The recipients are notified by mail within two weeks of the committee meeting (normally convened two weeks after the application deadline).

2. Applicants for the scholarship should carefully follow the instructions included in the application packet. Applications should be filled out in their entirety. The complete application must be submitted to the Office of International Education by the published deadline. Late applications will NOT be accepted.

3. Recipients of the scholarships must certify their acceptance of the award by signing a certification letter and returning it to the Office of International Education by the deadline specified in their award letter.
If, for any reason, a recipient is unable to participate in the program of study outlined in the application, that student must return the scholarship in full within 10 days.

4. Recipients who are studying abroad will be required to submit to the Office of International Education a written report in which they describe their international experience. They may also be asked to make presentations to classes, clubs, and organizations on campus and/or in the Stephenville community upon their return.

APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE DEADLINE

THE DEADLINE FOR COMPLETED APPLICATIONS IS 5:00 PM OCTOBER 5, 2001
Please return this form to:
TSU University
Office of International Education
Tarleton Center, P.O. Box T-0770
Stephenville, TX 76402
Tel 968 - 9632 Fax 968 - 9618

INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.

It is your responsibility to ensure that your application is complete and submitted to the Office of International Studies by 5:00 PM October 5, 2001.

Study Abroad students are STRONGLY ADVISED to speak with the Director at the Office of International Education about your proposed program of study before filling out your application for the IEF Scholarship.

A COMPLETE IEF SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION PACKAGE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:

1. Completed IEFS application (2 pages)
2. Statement of Purpose
3. Statement of Financial Need
4. Transcript
5. Two (2) references*
6. Language Proficiency Form (if required)*

*The Office of International Studies will make photocopies of the confidential letters of recommendation and language proficiency forms as they are received.
Submit your application package to the Office of International Education by 5:00 PM on the deadline date.
It is the applicant's responsibility to see that the required two reference forms and language forms are turned in to the OIE by the published deadline. It is suggested that you phone the Office of International Education at least two weeks prior to the deadline to verify that your letters have been received. Students whose applications are incomplete as of the deadline will not be notified.

1.) Application: The application must be completed thoroughly and legibly. It is to your advantage to type your application.

a) Academic Standing: Committee members not only regard your cumulative GPA, but also look at transcripts for patterns of improvement and non-representative semesters. A lower GPA does not rule you out of the competition.

b) Financial Need: Available funds and needed funds are considered in addition to any additional data and information you provide in the Statement of Financial Need. Be sure to include any special circumstances that may exist concerning your financial position. You may also wish to elaborate on your efforts to fund your study abroad experience such as part/full-time employment, savings, etc.

2.) Statement of Purpose: Provide a typed personal statement (1 page in length) that addresses the following:

a) Why you selected this particular program and what does it offer you?

b) What will you be studying during this period?

c) What are your educational and career goals?

d) How will this program help you meet these goals?

e) How does the program relate to your chosen degree program?

f) What other long-term effects do you expect your overseas experience to have on your life?

g) Indicate any special circumstances (academic or other) that may relate to your application for this scholarship.

Be sure to edit your statement, paying close attention to grammar and spelling. Have a friend or acquaintance proofread this for you. Double-check to ensure that you have addressed all of the questions noted in the application instructions. Feel free to also include any other applicable information the committee members find of interest. For example, has it been a lifelong dream to visit Paris and become acquainted with the French culture? Is part of your desire to study in Copenhagen linked to your Danish heritage?

Be sure that all required documents are copied fully, front and back.

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