KDI School Scholarship Opportunity 2008

KDI School of Public Policy & Management Scholarship Opportunities For International Students

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The KDI School of Public Policy and Management presents its renowned scholarship programs for qualified international applicants who seek advanced graduate educational opportunities in Korea.

KDI School Advantage

* World-class, innovative programs focused on real world, policy and management issues
* All classes conducted in English in a truly international environment
* Top-notch faculty with unparalleled expertise and teaching excellence

Academic Programs

* Master’s Degree
- Master of Public Policy (MPP)
- Master of Management (MBA)

Scholarship Information

* Global Ambassador Fellowship

Benefits: Full tuition waiver and living stipend
Candidate eligibility: All overseas candidates are welcomed to apply
Applicable programs:
- Master of Public Policy (MPP),
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)

* POSCO Asia Fellowship

Benefits: Full tuition waiver, living stipend, and round-trip airfare
Candidate eligibility: Government officials from most countries in Asia
Applicable program:
- Master of Public Policy (MPP)

* Master of Public Policy for Cultural Policy Officials

(Cultural Partnership Initiative by Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Republic of Korea)

Benefits: Full tuition waiver, living stipend, and round-trip airfare
Candidate eligibility: Officials & scholars from culture-related government branches of countries in Asia, Africa, and South America

Applicable program:
- Master of Public Policy (MPP)

* Colombo Plan Scholarship

Benefits: Full tuition waiver, living stipend, round-trip airfare
Candidate eligibility: Government officials from Colombo Plan member countries
Applicable program:
- Master of Public Policy (MPP)

Please apply directly with the Colombo Plan. (www.colombo-plan.org)

General Eligibility Requirements to Apply for Scholarships at the KDI School

* Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent
* Government officials preferred
* English proficiency
* Work experience recommended

Study Period: February – December, 2008 in Seoul, South Korea

Approval of thesis (written in home country in the 2nd year of study)

Admission Procedure:

1st Round: Document Review
2nd Round: Interview in English

Application Deadline: October 31, 2007 (Last day for application package arrival)

Required Application Documents for Admission:

1. Application for Admission - Complete online application at the KDI School website www.kdischool.ac.kr (Click quick link "Apply Online")
2. Statement of Purpose – send by postal mail
3. Transcript(s)(University Grades/Marks) – send by postal mail
4. Copy of University Diploma or Degree – send by postal mail
5. Two Recommendations – send by postal mail
6. Two Passport sized Photos – send by postal mail
7. English Score Reports (if available) – send by postal mail
8. Employment Verification (if available) – send by postal mail

Important Points to Remember:

1. All documents must be prepared in English. (Please attach certified translations if the documents are in any other languages.)
2. Documents submitted with the application can not be returned to the applicants.
3. Applicants may only apply for one scholarship and multiple applications will invalidate candidacy.

Application Submission & Admission Inquiries:

* The Office of Admissions

E-mail: admissions@kdischool.ac.kr
Tel: 822-3299-1281/1019 Fax: 822-3299-1223
Homepage: www.kdischool.ac.kr
Address: KDI School of Public Policy and Management
207-43, Cheongnyangri2-dong, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul 130-868, South Korea