For Women

Miriam College – Prospect Burma Scholarships for Myanmar Citizens

In 2008 there will be two to four funded places for Myanmar women to study bachelors’ degrees at Miriam College in Manila in the Philippines. Applicants can choose to study on any one of the following subjects

BSc in Environmental Planning and Management or

BSc in Social Work

BA Communication Arts

BA International Studies (International Politics Stream)

BA International Studies (International Development Stream)

BA Psychology

BSc Psychology

BSc Child Development and Education

Miriam College, established in 1926, is a premier Filipino Catholic educational institution for students committed to the values of truth, justice, peace, environmental sustainability and gender equality. A holistic and technologically enhanced curriculum is offered at all levels. Miriam College accepts only female students at the undergraduate level. The academic programs develop both the learning and caring competencies of students as they are prepared to be leaders in whatever endeavor they want to pursue. Miriam College’s programs are enriched by a wide range of national, regional and international linkages developed through academic courses and special centers.

Eligibility Requirements

1. Applicants must be female.

2. Applicants must have passed one of the following:

At least two years of a university degree from Myanmar

or

An international high school certificate such as IGCSE or GED

or

An international college admissions exam such as SAT

3. Applicants must have strong oral and written English language skills If you have completed an English language test (such as TOEFL, IELTS), attach the certificate to your application. If you have not completed one of these exams your English will be tested as part of the selection process.

4. Applicants must have a minimum of two years’ experience working for peace or human development.

5. Applicants must be committed to return to their place of origin upon completion of their studies at Miriam College to continue their work for peace and development.

Application Process

Applicants must complete the attached form and either post or email it with necessary documents to:

miriammyanmar@gmail.com or

PO Box 8, Mae Ping Post Office, Chiang Mai, 50301, Thailand

The application deadline is May 15th 2008. Late applications will not be considered.

Applicants must submit the following documents with their application form

1. All previous academic transcripts. If these are not available, a letter should be attached explaining why not.
2. A copy of your passport if available.
3. Two reference letters which explain in detail why you are a suitable applicant for this program.
4. Other relevant documentation related to your work experience.

Important Information for applicants

1. No support is available under this program for dependants.
2. The scholarship will cover only one round trip ticket from Myanmar to Manila. No support will be available for students to return to Myanmar in the middle of their degree programs.
3. The scholarship will also include a basic monthly allowance for food and accommodation.
4. Students supported by this program will be expected to meet Miriam College requirements, which include studying on a full time basis, doing regular volunteer work and maintaining a minimum GPA of 3.
5. Successful applicants will be required to sign a grant letter and to observe the conditions of the award. If a student fails to observe the conditions, they will be liable to repay the money.

Time Frame

All eligible applications received by the deadline of May 15th will be considered by two committees of academics and development workers. All information in the application will be kept confidential. Short-listed applicants will be contacted by phone or email by the 1st of June for language testing. The results will be announced by the 30^th of June. Visa processing will take place in Myanmar and Manila throughout July, August and September. Successful applicants will be expected to travel to the Philippines at the end of September to start the academic program at the beginning of October.

More information about Miriam College is available at www.mc.edu.ph

For more information about the scholarship program contact sss@burmaed.org

Please PRINT your email address CLEARLY Tell us immediately if it changes →

Name:

University: Miriam College

Your Email:

PROSPECT BURMA/Miriam College

Scholarship Application form 2008

¨ Please answer ALL questions fully in English in black ink

¨ Completed forms must be mailed or emailed by 15^th May 2008

¨ PLEASE READ THE GUIDANCE NOTES CAREFULLY

¨ DELETED We do not acknowledge receipt of applications, not do we send rejection notices (AS Thabyay will do this for Miriam applications)

SUMMARY OF YOUR APPLICATION

Name:	Date of Birth:
Male/Female:	Ethnic Origin:
Level of Degree studying for: October 2008	Subject:
Course ends (month/year): May 2012	Funding requested (state amount and currency): 165,700 Pesos

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY. Do NOT write anything below

Registered:	New Student: Yes/No
Previous study report received:
Course enrolment confirmed:	Offer of Place:
References: Sent for Received Checked
Scholarship C’tee decision: Applicant shortlisted : Yes/No
Final decision: Reject □ Accept □ Amount granted:
Successful applicant notified:
Grant letter issued: Returned signed:
Funds transferred on:	Receipt acknowledged:
Notes:

1. YOUR PERSONAL DETAILS

Full Name:				Aliases (if any):				Ethnic origin:
Date of Birth	Place of Birth		Male/Female			Married/Single			No. of Children
Mailing Address:
City:		Post Code:			Country:
Telephone: (country code & number)					Fax:		E-Mail:
Details of passport or other travel document: Number: Issuing Authority: Place & Date of issue:

2. PARENTS

If either or both parents are retired or deceased, please give their previous occupation

Father: Name	Occupation:
Country of residence:
Mother: Name	Occupation:
Country of residence:

3. STUDENT STATUS:

Delete one of the following: a) I have been accepted for the following university/college: Miriam College b) I am continuing my studies at the following university/college:

Name of university /college: Miriam College

Address of your university/college: Katipunan Rd., Loyola Heights, Quezon City
Post Code: 1101	Country: Philippines	Telephone: +632 435 9240	Email: Ipo@mc.edu.ph

Name:

Are you currently enrolled in a first degree (undergraduate) course?

YES/NO

If YES, attach documentation confirming that you are registered as a student and include a transcript of your most recent year of study.

Are you currently enrolled on a postgraduate degree course?

YES/NO

If YES, attach documentation confirming that you are registered as a student.

Do you have a confirmed offer of a place on a postgraduate degree course?

YES/NO

If YES, attach a copy of the offer.

If you cannot attach all the required documents when sending the application, please explain the reasons in a letter, and send them as soon as you can.

Applications without all necessary supporting documents will be rejected.

You may attach further documents if you think they will help your application.

4. DETAILS OF YOUR COURSE:

Title:
Is the course? FULL TIME PART TIME CORRESPONDENCE (Please delete as appropriate)
Starting Date: (Month/Year) October 2008	Expected finishing/graduating date: (Month/Year) May 2012
What is your main subject of study?
What is the title of your thesis? (If appropriate)
What qualification do you hope to receive from this course, eg BA, BSc? MA etc

2008

Name:

5. PREVIOUS EDUCATION

a. Name & location of Secondary School attended:
b. Subjects studied:	Examinations passed with dates:
c. Details of College/University attendance:	Examinations passed with dates:
d. Details of any formal English language tuition/examinations passed:

6. REFERENCES

Names and addresses of people who can comment on your academic ability (one of these must be your current or most recent academic supervisor):

First Referee	Second Referee
Name:	Name:
Address:	Address:
Telephone:	Telephone:
Fax:	Fax:
Email:	Email:

Attach at least one written academic reference.

If you fail to give the names of ACADEMIC referees, it will delay consideration of your application.

Names of friends, other students or relations ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.

2008

Name:

7. FINANCIAL QUESTIONS

a. EXPENDITURE: How much are your annual academic fees & living expenses? Make clear the currency used (US Dollars, Pounds sterling, Thai baht, Indian rupees etc)

Currency	Philippine Pesos
Tuition Fees per year	55,000
Registration fees	8,000
Books & other materials	9,000
Other academic fees	9,000
Accommodation (9 months)	34,000
Food (9 months)	45,000
Local Travel	3,000
Other expenses Other living expenses, communication, airfare, and visa	30,200
TOTAL EXPENDITURE	193,200

b. INCOME: Sources of Financial Support for the academic year. Please indicate whether the amounts are assured, or if you have made an application:

Include applications to the Open Society Institute (OSI) or other funders.

	Details	Applied for? Or Certain?	Amount
Own Funds
Parents/relatives/other individuals
Other scholarships/ grants/ fee waiver	Miriam College fee waiver	Certain	27,500
Part time work
Other
TOTAL INCOME

NET FUNDING REQUIRED (total expenditure minus total income) …………… Pesos

FAILURE TO DISCLOSE ALL OTHER FINANCIAL SUPPORT, GIVEN NOW OR AT A LATER DATE, WILL RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION

2008

Name:

c. Details of your bank account:

Name of Bank and branch address:		SWIFT code:*
Name in which account is held:	Account number:	Bank clearing code (if any)*:

We prefer that you have your own account, but if you use a friend’s account, be sure they agree.

*Ask your bank for the codes needed for bank transfers

Prospect Burma only offers partial awards; how will you cover the rest of your expenses?

8. BIOGRAPHY

Give details of your connection with, and dates of residence in Burma and in your present country of residence. Tell us also of your reasons for choosing your course of study. Continue on a separate sheet of paper if necessary.

2008

Name:

9. FUTURE PLANS (This section is very important)

We will give preference to candidates studying subjects relevant to the development of Burma. Please use this space to tell us in your own words about your future plans, and how you will benefit Burma. Continue on a separate sheet of paper if necessary and sign it.

This section must be your own composition and handwritten

If we receive an identical answer from another applicant, both will be disqualified.

If you are awarded a scholarship, we will ask you to sign an undertaking that that you firmly intend to return to Burma when feasible to help your country’s development.

If we have already awarded you a grant, we will not consider another application unless we have received a report from you.

2008

- Miriam College Extension -

1. Work History

Please include any part time or voluntary work that you have done.

Dates of Employment	Name of Employer	Type of Work	Salary

2. Additional Personal Information

1. What are the three characteristics/qualities others value in you as a person?

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2. How do you assess yourself as a student?

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3. How do you assess yourself as a person?

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4. What do you consider as your most outstanding achievement?

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5. What characteristics/qualities do you value in person/s you admire?

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6. What are your expectations about college life?

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3. Essay. Applicants must have a minimum of two years experience working for peace or human development. Describe what you have done to further peace and human development in your country. This section must be your own composition.

4. Community REFERENCES

Attach two recommendation letters from people who can comment on your community work experience. Include their details below. At least one reference should be from a community leader who has experience with your work. Referees must not be members of your immediate family.

First Referee	Second Referee
Name:	Name:
Address:	Address:
Telephone:	Telephone:
Fax:	Fax:
Email:	Email:

Signature…………………………………………………………….Date……………………………