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GE Foundation Scholar-Leaders Program 2010

The Institute of International Education (IIE) in Vietnam is pleased to announce the GE Foundation Scholar-Leaders Program 2010. The program is administered by IIE on behalf of the GE Foundation, the philanthropic organization of the General Electric Company.


Through this initiative, the GE Foundation seeks to increase access to higher education by identifying and recognizing up to 10 economically disadvantaged first-year undergraduate students from participating universities across Vietnam who are pursuing degrees in the fields of business, engineering and the sciences.

 

 


Why Apply?  -  Eligibility Criteria  -   Participating Universities  -  Application Procedure  -  Contact

Why Apply?

  • A $3,600 scholarship for the 2nd, 3rd and 4th years of your undergraduate program ($1,200 per year)
  • Participation in a specially designed 3-day Leadership Development Seminar
  • An opportunity to be mentored by a business leader at GE in Vietnam
  •  Participation in community development projects

Who Can Apply?

Only applicants who meet the eligibility criteria described below will be considered for the award

  • Are Vietnamese citizens
  • Are first-year full-time students at a participating Vietnamese university
  • Are studying business, engineering or the sciences
  • Exhibit excellent performance, as demonstrated by first semester university results and high school transcripts 
  • Are economically disadvantaged, as evidenced by proper documents/certifications

Participating Universities

Only 1-st year students from the following universities may apply:

  1. Can Tho University
  2. Da Nang University
  3. Foreign Trade University Hanoi & Ho Chi Minh City
  4. Hanoi National Economics University
  5. Hanoi University of Technology
  6. Hue University
  7. Nha Trang University
  8. University of Economics, Ho Chi Minh City
  9. Vietnam National University, Hanoi
  10. Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City

Application

All applicants are required to submit the following documentation:

  1. Application form* (must be filled in English) (click on  to have the form)
  2. An essay written in English**
  3. High school transcripts – official copy
  4. First semester university results – official copy
  5. Two letters of recommendation  
  6. Proof of difficult financial situation – must be certified by authorized organization(s)

* Application forms are also available at IIE’s office in Hanoi or if you have problem with downloading the form, please email chngoc@iievn.org

** Essay topic is included in the application form

Incomplete application materials or application materials received after May 31, 2010 will not be considered. Application materials will not be returned to applicants.

What is the Selection Procedure?

A selection committee will evaluate all applications. Each applicant’s motivation and academic potential will be assessed. Selection decisions are final. There is no appeal process.  

Who Can I Contact for More Information?

If you have any questions, please call 04.37262524 or email chngoc@iievn.org

Applications must be submitted by May 31, 2010, to:
GE Foundation Scholar-Leaders Program
Institute of International Education
C9 Giang Vo Street
Ba Dinh District, Hanoi