1. Academic Scholarships

http://www.oas.org/rowe/

El programa de préstamos del Fondo Rowe de la Organización de los Estados Americanos "OEA" tiene como propósito otorgar préstamos subsidiados (actualmente sin i nterés) a individuos provenientes de países Latinoamericanos y del Caribe para ayudarles a financia r sus estudios o investigaciones en instituciones acreditadas de los Estados Unidos. Estos préstamos son otorgados bajo el entendimiento de que, una vez finalizados sus estudios, los beneficiarios se comprometen a volv er a sus países de origen para aplicar sus conocimientos y entrenamiento; así como continuar promov iendo el intercambio cultural y desarrollo de la región.

Son elegibles estudiantes, profesionales o docentes originarios de pa&iacut e;ses Latinoamericanos o del Caribe que se encuentren actualmente realizando, o deseen realizar, cursos de entren amiento, investigación académica u obtener certificado técnico en una institución de los Estados Unidos. Son elegibles también aquellos individuos en programas de intercambio por un per&iacu te;odo académico y cursos de desarrollo profesional en los Estados Unidos.

Dichos préstamos representan una ayuda suplementaria para cubrir gas tos relacionados con estudios, vivienda, o emergencias en los Estados Unidos. El total máximo que se pres ta por beneficiario es de $15,000 dólares durante el curso de los estudios para los cuales el prést amo es otorgado. El Fondo Rowe es administrado por una Comisión aprobada y supervisada por el Consejo Perm anente de la OEA. Las solicitudes de préstamo son recibidas directamente por la Secretaria del Fondo Rowe y evaluadas por su Comisión. No hay fecha límite para enviar la solicitud de préstamo.

Los préstamos del Fondo deben ser avalados por un garante, quien deb e comprometerse a pagar el saldo no recaudado de la deuda en caso de incumplimiento por parte del prestatario. A demás de la forma convencional de garantía (un ciudadano o residente de los Estados Unidos), el Fon do Rowe está explorando otros mecanismos para garantizar los préstamos, los cuales incluye instituc iones académicas de investigación o gubernamentales, entre otros. Los siguientes son algunos incen tivos que estas entidades pueden considerar para actuar como garante institucional de un préstamo con el F ondo Rowe y beneficiar así a funcionarios, docentes, o estudiantes de dicha entidad que sirve como garante .

a) Oportunidad para docentes o investigadores para estudiar en los Estados Unidos o realizar cursos de investigación, post-grado o e capacitación considerando que estos son a poyados por la entidad para la cual trabajan bajo el entendimiento que regresarán a dicha entidad para pon er en práctica su conocimiento adquirido.

b) Oportunidad para estudiantes de programas de postgrado que requiere, al menos, un semestre de intercambio cultural como pre-requisito para culminar sus estudios.

c) Apoyo financiero con un préstamo suplementario del Fondo Rowe a beneficiarios de becas para estudios en los Estados Unidos.

2. The Scholar Ship

Through the International Institute of Education (IIE) The Scholar Ship provides scholarships of approximately $10000 to students from Latin America and the Caribbean.

http://www.TheScholarShip.org

3. Other Scholarships and Fellowships

Undergraduate: Calvin College, Grand Rapids, MI

Program Description
Named after the 16th century reformer John Calvin, Calvin College is one of the largest Christian colleges in North America with over 4,000 students and 70 academic programs. Calvin College integrates a core curriculum focused on skill development and faith-based engagement with students' areas of study

Calvin College does not have full-pay opportunities for international students but it does provide generous grants, scholarships and on-campus work options to help international students fund their education. No separate application is needed to be considered.

Eligibility Requirements

• All applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and must provide an academic transcript.

• It is recommended to have a composite SAT score of 940 (Reading and Math) or a composite ACT score of 20.

• All international student applicants must provide official English language test scores (TOEFL or IELTS). (Recommended minimum scores: TOEFL- Paper-based- 550; Computer-based- 213; iBT/Interactive- 80 or IELTS-6.5).

•All international applicants must complete the Declaration of Finances Form available on Calvin College's website.

Award Types: Merit Scholarships
Average Award Amount: $7,500-$12,000
Award Coverage: Partial tuition
Award Duration: Typically 4 years
Application Deadline: April 1

Further information: http://www.galvin.edu/prospective/place/international.htm

Contact:
Rosemary Etter, International Admissions intladm@calvin.edu
001(616)526-6106

Undergraduate: Wesleyan University, Middleton, Connecticut.

Program Description
Wesleyan University is one of the United States leading liberal arts colleges. It has 2,700 full-time undergraduates with six percent of the student body coming from outside the US. With a small student faculty ration of 9:1, Wesleyan offers more than 900 courses in 39 departments and 46 major fields of study. All International Students applying for merit and need-based financial aid must file the International Student Financial Aid Application in addition to their application to be eligible for financial awards.

Financial Aid Information Award Types: Merit scholarships and need-based aid

Average Award Amount*: $38,400
Award Coverage: Full or partial tuition
Award Duration: Typically 4 years
Application Deadline: January 1

Further information: http://www.wesleyan.edu/admission/international/

*The average award amount includes the Freeman Asian Scholars Program which covers full tuition for up to 22 students from Asia annually.

Contact
Wesleyan Admissions
admission@wesley.edu
001(860)685-3000

Undergraduate and graduate: Society of Women Engineers Graduate Scholarships

Program Description: The Society of Women Engineers provides financial assistance to women admitted to accredited baccalaureate or graduate programs, in preparation for careers in engineering, engineering technology and computer science.

Website: www.swe.org

Areas of Study: Computer Science Engineering Levels of Study: Undergraduate and Graduate Open to Students from: any region Average Award Amount: $1,000-$10,000 Award Coverage: Varies Award Duration: Academic year Award Deadline: February.

Eligibility Requirements
Must be a woman accepted or enrolled in a full-time, degree-bearing, accredited engineering program.

Contact:
Society of Women Engineers
230 East Ohio Street
Suite 400
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone #: 1 (312) 596-5223
E-Mail: hq@swe.org

Graduate: IATEFL Scholarship Fund, School for International Training
(SIT) Scholarship
Brattleboro, Vermont

Program Description:

Since 1967, the International Association of Teachers of English as a Foreign Language (IATEFL) has been linking, developing, and supporting English Language Teaching professionals worldwide.

SIT created this scholarship in collaboration with IATEFL to further develop exceptional teaching professionals. IATEFL members who have been accepted into SIT's Master of Arts in Teaching program will be considered for this scholarship. Selection is competitive and is based on financial need as well as professional contribution or potential contribution to the field.

Areas of Study: Education
Levels of Study: Graduate
Open to Students from: any region
Avg. Award Amount: $15,000
Award Duration: Academic year
Award Deadline: March

Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must have a minimum TOEFL score of 550 PBT/213 CBT or minimum IELTS score of Band 6.0. Download applications for admissions and financial aid

Website: www.sit.edu/graduate/finaid/international_scholarships.html"

Contact:
School for International Training
Office of Admissions
Kipling Road
PO Box 676
Brattleboro, VT 5302
Fax #: 1 (802) 258-3500
E-Mail: admissions@sit.edu

Post Doctorate: American Lung Association / National Sleep Foundation Pickwick Postdoctoral Fellowship

Program Description: Since 1995, the National Sleep Foundation Pickwick Postdoctoral Fellowship program has provided funds to enable young researchers to devote full-time professional effort to mentored research in sleep or sleep disorders.

Areas of Study: Basic bio-medical sciences, psychology Level of Study: Candidates must have received an MD, DVM, PhD or DO degree by the time the fellowship begins Open to Students from: any country Average Award Amount: 44 000 $ - 52 000$ Award Duration: 1 year renewable for 2 years Award Deadline: September Eligibility Requirements Applicants for the NSF/ALA Pickwick Postdoctoral Fellowship must have a sponsor and plan to conduct research in a recognized U.S. laboratory or program of study with strong mentoring in the appropriate area. Non-U.S. citizens are eligible. Candidates must have received an MD, DVM, PhD or DO degree by the time the fellowship begins in July 2008. The degree or subsequent training must have been completed within the past five years. No other fellowships maybe held concurrently with this award. The applicant must demonstrate evidence of aptitude for and proficiency in research and interest in pursuing a career in research related to sleep and breathing. Awardees are supported to conduct mentored research for a greater proportion (at least 75%) of their time. Fellowships are available for basic, applied or clinical research.

Further Information: http://www.sleepfoundation.org/site/c.huIXKjM0IxF/b.2726685/k.7737/ALANSF_Pickwick_Fellowship.htm

Application details can be found on website.Awardees will be notified by February 2008. Funding begins July 2008.

Contact:
Jessica Steinitz, Elizabeth Lancet
Fellowship, Division of Research Grants, National Institutes of Health, Suite 1040
6701 Rockledge Dr. MSC 7710, Bethesda, MD 20892-7710 Phone #: 202-347-3471 ext. 209, 212-315-8788
E-Mail: jsteinitz@sleepfoundation.org