Aga Khan Foundation: 2011 International Scholarship Programme (MSc and PhD) for Developing Country Students

Aga Khan Foundation: 2011 International Scholarship Programme (MSc and PhD) for Developing Country Students
The Aga Khan Foundation provides a limited number of scholarships each year for postgraduate studies to outstanding students from developing countries who have no other means of financing their studies. Scholarships are awarded on a 50% grant : 50% loan basis through a competitive application process . The Foundation gives priority to requests for Master's level courses but is also willing to consider applications for PhD programmes, when doctoral degrees are necessary for the career objectives of the student. Requests will also be considered for travel and study awards for PhD students doing their research in Third World countries on topics judged to be of interest to the Aga Khan Development Network

Eligibility criteria:

Applications for short-term courses are not considered;
students who have already started their course of study should not apply
Eligibility countries include: Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, Syria, Egypt, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Mozambique, Madagascar, France, Portugal, UK, USA and Canada
Students should be Under 30 years
Selection Criteria:
Applicants will be selection based on:

excellent academic records
genuine financial need
admission to a reputable institution of higher learning
thoughtful and coherent educational and career plans.
Value of award:

50% grant and 50% loan