The i-Scholar Initiative (iSI) is dedicated to sponsoring well-qualified candidates for one or both of the standardized tests required for foreign graduate school programs—the Graduate Records Examination (GRE) or the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), and the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).
iSI serves as a gateway to international quality education by providing candidates with the necessary resources to help them achieve their dreams of studying abroad. Beyond financial support, the initiative extends its impact by offering mentorship, guidance, and valuable networking opportunities designed to empower scholars and ensure their long-term success.
To apply for iSI scholarship;
1. Each selected candidate will be sponsored for a GRE/GMAT, depending on their choice of graduate programs.
2. To be sponsored for a TOEFL, the following conditions apply:
- GRE candidates- a minimum of 310 cumulative scores in GRE will automatically qualify a candidate for TOEFL sponsorship.
- GMAT Candidates: a minimum of 720 cumulative scores in GMAT will automatically qualify a candidate for TOEFL sponsorship.
- If you qualify for a TOEFL, you must be prepared and ready to write the exam at the latest four weeks after your GRE or GMAT exam.
- Payment of a predetermined number of graduate school admission application fees
- iSI mentoring program
Benefits
- Payment of required graduate school standardized test fees.
- Payment of a predetermined number of graduate school application fees (subject to performance in tests).
- End to End Mentoring: Scholars will be assigned to dedicated mentors.
- Networking Opportunities with professionals in various fields.
What is not Promised/Out of Scope
- We are unable to provide full scholarships to study abroad- but your good performance in GRE or GMAT and TOEFL could potentially get you fully funded grad programs with the University of your choice. We would work with you in navigating the admission process.
- GRE/GMAT/TOEFL- each of the exams provides an opportunity to freely and directly send your exam scores to a certain number of schools you indicate during registration. However, you would have to personally pay the fees for any other schools you might want to apply to after this.
Requirements For The i-Scholar Initiative (iSI) Scholarship
- Graduate of an accredited African Institution with a minimum of Second Class Upper Grade
- Must be ready to write the standardized tests latest by August 2024
- Must be prepared to apply for graduate admission and funding in the 2024/2024 window
- Must be a African
Application Documents
- Personal Statement: Your Personal Statement should demonstrate the self-drive and clarity of your academic pursuit and career goals.
- Examination Study Plan: This plan should describe your preparation and strategy for writing and acing the exam(s) with excellent results if selected. Your plan must also include the specific time you wish to write the exams and apply for foreign graduate programs.
- Two Reference Letters:
Academic Reference: This reference letter should be completed by your University Lecturer or Supervisor, who has direct knowledge of your aptitude, academic records, and excellence.
Professional Reference: This reference should detail your character and traits, integrity, interpersonal and collaborative attributes. It can be completed by your employer, professional mentor, manager etc. - First Degree Transcripts: Your first-degree transcript is the transcript of your first postsecondary study. Please provide this in a PDF format and as a single file. It should be duly signed and stamped.
- CV or Resume: Kindly provide your CV/Resume in the designated field on the application form. Please give details of your professional/work experience, voluntary activities, honors/awards and more.
- First Degree Certificate or Statement of Result
Method of Application
For inquiries, kindly reach out to them via email: applications@ischolarinitiative.org
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