Greeting From California & London!

California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and inclusive education. Founded in 1958, CSUN has become one of the largest and most diverse universities in the United States, offering a wide range of programs that prepare students for success in an increasingly global society. With dedicated faculty, modern learning facilities, and strong industry connections, CSUN provides a dynamic environment that encourages critical thinking, creativity, and professional development. Through its emphasis on research, community engagement, and experiential learning, CSUN empowers students to become future leaders and make meaningful contributions across various fields.

Bayswater College London (BCL) Scholarships provide an opportunity for students to enhance their academic and professional skills while experiencing one of the world’s most vibrant and multicultural cities. Committed to making international education more accessible, the scholarship supports talented learners in pursuing high-quality programs focused on language, business, and professional development. With experienced instructors, interactive learning approaches, and a diverse global community, Bayswater College fosters personal growth, cross-cultural understanding, and career readiness. Through this scholarship, students are encouraged to broaden their perspectives, build international networks, and develop the confidence to thrive in an interconnected world.

We are pleased to announce that applications are now open for scholarship programs in California and New York for the 2027 and 2028 academic terms.

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Programs :

• Applied Design Thinking and Storytelling
• Communication, Design & Innovation
• Digital Companies & E‑Business Revolution
• Leadership in an Age of Disruption

For Postgraduates and Managers:

• Advanced Topics in PMO Governance (CSUN)

Bayswater College London:

• Applied Data Science for Business
• Contemporary Topics in Business Strategy

For Postgraduates and Managers:

• Advanced Topics in Business Management

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

(Optional) Recomendation Letter form Universitas Gadjah Mada, Submit the letter no more than 16 August 2026 to the http://ugm.id/IntExposureApplication

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Please Visit This Link to begin your pre-registration, The deadline is 30 August 2026

IMPORTANT NOTES

• In the meantime, the students are required to keep the hard file of all documents until further notice by the Office of International Affairs.
• In case the faculty could not provide the letter of enrollment and nomination during this period, the official nomination through email from the faculty is acceptable. The official nomination could be delivered to head-oia@ugm.ac.id (cc to scholarship@ugm.ac.id)

CONSULTATION INFO

If you have any questions regarding this program, you can contact us in OIA’s office hour:

• WhatsApp: +62 812-1888-7818 (WA)
• Email: scholarship@ugm.ac.id

Virtual consultation: https://ugm.id/AppointmentOIAUGM  

Greetings from Mexico!

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mexico, through the Mexican Agency for International Development Cooperation (AMEXCID), invites Universitas Gadjah Mada students and researchers to apply for the Excellence Scholarships of the Government of Mexico for Foreigners 2026. This program supports foreign students pursuing undergraduate and master’s level mobility (up to 12 months), full master’s degrees (up to 24 months), and research stays (between 6 and 12 months).

We are pleased to inform you that the application for the Excellence Scholarships of the Government of Mexico for Foreigners 2026 is now open for Universitas Gadjah Mada students.

AMEXCID Official Website

Application Portal

ELIGIBILITY

• Open to foreign students and researchers applying for undergraduate mobility, master’s mobility, master’s degrees, or research stays.
• Language Requirement: Most academic programs in Mexican universities are taught in Spanish. Applicants are generally expected to demonstrate proficiency in Spanish. Even if the chosen program offers courses in English, having at least a basic knowledge of Spanish is warmly encouraged to ensure a smoother academic and social experience.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• Applicants must review the official Call and attach all required documentation strictly according to the instructions within the Academic Cooperation Management System (SIGCA).
• Please note: Physical applications will not be accepted.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Apply directly to AMEXCID via the Academic Cooperation Management System (SIGCA).
2. Kindly refer to http://sigca.sre.gob.mx/login to register and submit your application.
3. The deadline is 22 June 2026.
4. The FINAL decision is from the Mexican Agency for International Development Cooperation (AMEXCID).

IMPORTANT NOTES

• In the meantime, the students are required to keep the hard file of all documents until further notice by the Office of International Affairs.
• In case the faculty could not provide the letter of enrollment and nomination during this period, the official nomination through email from the faculty is acceptable. The official nomination could be delivered to head-oia@ugm.ac.id (cc to scholarship@ugm.ac.id)

CONSULTATION INFO

If you have any questions regarding this program, you can contact us in OIA’s office hour:

• WhatsApp: 0822-2111-0400  (WA)
• Email: scholarship@ugm.ac.id

Virtual consultation: https://ugm.id/AppointmentOIAUGM  

Greetings from United States!

International Business School (IBS) Americas, the business school of Americas International College, started its operations in Brazil in 2003 offering courses and university extension projects. Established as a non-profit Educational Association, it has campuses in the United States and Brazil, in addition to the campuses of partner institutions in the United States and Europe where face-to-face courses are offered to our students. The State University of New York (SUNY) is one of the most respected education systems in the United States. Founded in 1828, its 64 campuses in New York are home to a passionate community of professors, researchers, and students from around the world.  Florida Atlantic University (FAU) located north of Miami, stands out as an academic institution of excellence, recognized as one of the ‘Top National Universities’ by U.S. News & World Report.

We are pleased to inform you that the application for New York/Florida 2026/2027, Scholarship Program from IBS Americas is now open for Universitas Gadjah Mada students.

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Program Information

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

These scholarships are tailored for dedicated, talented, and motivated students who wish to enhance their skills and broaden their knowledge in key areas such as administration, communication, innovation, marketing, business, leadership, and finance. In addition to academic training, the programs offer a rewarding international experience that contributes to both personal and professional growth.

OFFERED PROGRAMS

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Apply directly to IBS Americas. Kindly refer to Registration Website.
2. The deadline is March 15, 2026.
3. The FINAL decision is from IBS Americas.

CONSULTATION INFO

If you have any questions or require further assistance, feel free to contact us at ricardo.brittodr@ibs-americas.com

Greetings from CANADA!

Through SEED‑2, Canadian post‑secondary institutions apply on behalf of eligible students from Member States of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), Pacific Island Countries, and Mongolia. The program supports short‑term study or research in Canada, providing students with valuable academic exposure and opportunities to strengthen people‑to‑people ties with Canada.

We are pleased to inform you that the application for Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development – Phase 2 (SEED-2) is now open for Universitas Gadjah Mada students.

KEY INFORMATION

• Program: Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED‑2)
• Level: Short‑term study or research in Canada
• Timeline: 2026–2027 academic year

Comprehensive information – including eligibility criteria, scholarship value, and application procedures – is available via the following official EduCanada links: https://www.educanada.ca/scholarships-bourses/can/institutions/seed-bpeed.aspx?lang=eng

• • ASEAN Member States: Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos (Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR)), Malaysia, Myanmar, The Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam;
  • Pacific Island Countries: Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Nauru, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu;
  • Mongolia.

ELIGIBILITY

1. Undergraduate students (S1) or Graduate students (S2/S3)
2. Enrolled in Universitas Gadjah Mada during the program
3. Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
4. Be proficient in English

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

1. Official Academic Transcript
2. English Language Proficiency 
3. Letter of Enrollment from Faculty
4. Letter of Nomination from Faculty (addressed to the Head of Office of International Affairs UGM)
5. Letter of Recommendation from the Academic Advisor
6. Curriculum Vitae
7. Motivation Letter
8. Colored Copy of Passport
9. Confirmation Letter of Participation (download) 
10. Passport Size Photo 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Submit the aforementioned documents to UGM International Exposure Application Form: http://ugm.id/IntExposureApplication no later than 1 March 2026 for internal review.
2. OIA staff will evaluate your application. Once you are selected as Nominated Applicants, OIA will confirm your official nomination to Queen’s University, University of British Columbia (UBC), and McMaster University
3. The FINAL decision is from Queen’s University, University of British Columbia (UBC), and McMaster University

IMPORTANT NOTES

• In the meantime, the students are required to keep the hard file of all documents until further notice by the Office of International Affairs.
• In case the faculty could not provide the letter of enrollment and nomination during this period, the official nomination through email from the faculty is acceptable. The official nomination could be delivered to head-oia@ugm.ac.id (cc to scholarship@ugm.ac.id)

CONSULTATION INFO

If you have any questions regarding this program, you can contact us in OIA’s office hour:

• WhatsApp: +62 812-1888-7818 (WA)
• Email: scholarship@ugm.ac.id

Virtual consultation: https://ugm.id/AppointmentOIAUGM  

Greetings from UC Chile!

As part of its initial initiatives, the UC 2026–2030 Strategy of the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (UC), through the Office of Research (DINV) of the Office of the Vice President for Research and Graduate Studies (VRIP), invites its academic staff to submit applications to the Research and Creation Competition “Avanza UC 2025”, intended to promote bold, frontier, highrisk and high-impact projects in the arts, humanities, sciences and technology, including work ranging from fundamental research and creation to its most applied forms, which seek to address Chile’s strategic challenges and have the potential to transcend on a global scale.

We are pleased to inform you that the application for Research and Creation Competition “Avanza UC 2025” is now open.

Website Information

PROGRAM OBJECTIVE

• The purpose of this Grant is to fund research projects that generate basic and/or applied knowledge in arts, humanities, sciences, and technology. Projects should: Address strategic challenges for Chile that are also of global relevance; Explore frontier and unknown aspects within any field of study, characterized by high risk and high potential impact; Promote original and innovative interdisciplinary and international collaborations; function as seed funding to attract further resources and recruit talented researchers and students, both national and international, from prestigious universities and centers.
• Projects will have a duration of 12 months.
• Maximum funding per project: CLP $35,000,000. (Approx. 36,500 USD)

RESEARCH TEAM

• Category A: Emerging UC Investigators – Assistant Professors who obtained their PhD or medical subspecialty within the last 7 years (as of October 2018).
• Category B: Established UC Investigators – Assistant, Associate, or Full Professors who obtained their PhD or medical subspecialty more than 7 years ago (before October 2018).

Applications will be submitted online, including the following:

1. Executive Summary (maximum 1 page).
2. Hypothesis (maximum 1/2 page).
3. Methodology (maximum 5 pages).
4. National Relevance and Impact (maximum 2 pages).
5. Global Transferability and International Collaboration (maximum 1.5 pages).
6. Committed Results (maximum 1 page).
7. Annual Work Plan with Mid-Year Evaluation (no page limit).
8. Bibliographic References (no page limit). i. Budget.
9. Narrative CV of the research team. The CV should contain up to 5 publications from each principal investigator participating in the proposal (the most relevant publications for the application should be chosen, at the investigator’s discretion).
10. Formal letters of commitment (roles, contributions, and timeline) and declared pecuniary and non-pecuniary co-financing (use of laboratories, for example) (each counterpart covers its own costs). The signature of an authority endorsing the committed contributions must be presented (e.g., Institutional Representative, Dean, Economic Director, among others).
11. DOI with the signature of the Dean of the Academic Unit of each Principal Investigator.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Apply directly to UC Chile. Kindly refer to the website attached.
2. The deadline is 03 November 2025.
3. The FINAL decision is from UC Chile.

CONSULTATION INFO

If you have any questions regarding this program, you can contact us in OIA’s office hour:

• WhatsApp: +62 812-1888-7818 (WA)
• Email: scholarship@ugm.ac.id

Virtual consultation: https://ugm.id/AppointmentOIAUGM  

Greetings from United States!

International Business School (IBS) Americas, the business school of Americas International College, started its operations in Brazil in 2003 offering courses and university extension projects. Established as a non-profit Educational Association, it has campuses in the United States and Brazil, in addition to the campuses of partner institutions in the United States and Europe where face-to-face courses are offered to our students. The State University of New York (SUNY) is one of the most respected education systems in the United States. Founded in 1828, its 64 campuses in New York are home to a passionate community of professors, researchers, and students from around the world.  Florida Atlantic University (FAU) located north of Miami, stands out as an academic institution of excellence, recognized as one of the ‘Top National Universities’ by U.S. News & World Report.

We are pleased to inform you that the application for New York/Florida 2026/2027, Scholarship Program from IBS Americas is now open for Universitas Gadjah Mada students.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

• These scholarships are tailored for dedicated, talented, and motivated students who wish to enhance their skills and broaden their knowledge in key areas such as administration, communication, innovation, marketing, business, leadership, and finance. In addition to academic training, the programs offer a rewarding international experience that contributes to both personal and professional growth.

OFFERED PROGRAMS:

• Business English – SUNY
• Business Sustainability for Leaders
• Competitive Project Management
• Corporate Financial Management
• Marketing & Value Management
• Strategic Thinking

• Innovation Management in the Digital Economy
• Maximizing Value: Strategic Investments in M&A and Stock Market

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Apply directly to IBS Americas. Kindly refer to Registration Website.
2. The deadline is 28 September 2025.
3. The FINAL decision is from IBS Americas.

CONSULTATION INFO

If you have any questions regarding this program, you can contact us in OIA’s office hour:

• WhatsApp: +62 812-1888-7818 (WA)
• Email: scholarship@ugm.ac.id

Virtual consultation: https://ugm.id/AppointmentOIAUGM  

Greetings from USA!

The Horizon Fellowshipplaces experts in AI, biotechnology, and other emerging technologies in federal agencies, congressional offices and committees, and leading think tanks in Washington, DC for up to two years. Fellows receive comprehensive training, networking opportunities, and access to a supportive community of 85+ other fellows and alumni to launch their careers in public service.

We are pleased to inform you that the application for Horizon Fellowship 2026 is now open for Universitas Gadjah Mada students.

Program Information

Website

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Fellows are placed in full-time policy roles that match their expertise, goals, and interests. Past fellows have placed at dozens of organizations and offices, including:

• Department of Energy’s Office of Critical & Emerging Technologies
• Senate Commerce Committee
• Foundation for American Innovation
• House Energy & Commerce Committee
• Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
• Center for Security and Emerging Technology

PROGRAM DETAILS

• Start Date: Summer 2026 (with part-time, remote training from January–March 2026)
• Location: Washington, DC
• Duration: 6 months for junior fellows, 12 months for fellows (with potential for a second term renewal)
• Compensation: $113,000/year equivalent for fellows, $75,000/year equivalent for junior fellows, plus $15,000 in health care support. All fellows and junior fellows can also access a $3,000 professional development stipend and up to $3,000 for relocation to DC, if needed.

ELIGIBILITY

• Recently obtained a bachelor’s or master’s degree (including those graduating in the year that their placements would start, e.g. those who apply in September 2025 may graduate in spring 2026)
• Demonstrated expertise or interest in AI, biotechnology, or related emerging technology areas
• Strong analytic, writing, project management, and communications skills
• Prior experience with research and/or project management (not required; preferred)

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• CV or resume (≤ 2 pages)
• Series of short answer questions on your motivations and experiences (≤ 200 words)

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Apply directly to Horizon. Kindly refer to the website.
2. The deadline is 28 August 2025.
3. The FINAL decision is from Horizon.

CONSULTATION INFO

If you have any questions regarding this program, you can contact us in OIA’s office hour:

• WhatsApp: +62 812-1888-7818 (WA)
• Email: scholarship@ugm.ac.id

Greetings from Canada!

The McCall MacBain Scholarships at McGill are Canada’s first comprehensive, leadership-driven scholarships for master’s and professional degree studies. The scholarship program brings together a diverse group of scholars who aspire to lead with purpose – those who have demonstrated leadership potential and an inner drive to make a positive impact in other people’s lives.

We are pleased to inform you that the application for The McCall MacBain Scholarships 2026 is now open for Universitas Gadjah Mada students.

Website

Program Information

Application Guidelines

ELIGIBILITY

1. A current student on track to earn your first bachelor’s degree by August 2026
2. Earned the first bachelor’s degree in the last five years (January 2020 or later)
3. Earned your first bachelor’s degree more than five years ago, and were 30 years or younger on January 1st, 2025
4. Be proficient in English. Kindly refer to the Minimum Degree and Language Requirements

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

1. Official Academic Transcript
2. English Language Proficiency 
3. Letter of Enrollment from Faculty
4. Letter of Nomination from Faculty (addressed to UGM Rector)
5. Letter of Recommendation from the Academic Advisor
6. Curriculum Vitae
7. Motivation Letter
8. Colored Copy of Passport
9. Confirmation Letter of Participation (download) 
10. Passport Size Photo 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Submit the aforementioned documents to UGM International Exposure Application Form: http://ugm.id/IntExposureApplication no later than 08 August 2025 for internal review and endorsement from UGM.
2. OIA staff will evaluate your application. Once you are selected as Nominated Applicants, OIA will confirm your official endorsement from UGM and you may proceed to the online application no later than 20 August 2025, 04.00 PM [Eastern Time].
3. The FINAL decision is from McCall MacBain Scholarship.

CONSULTATION INFO

If you have any questions regarding this program, you can contact us in OIA’s office hour:

• WhatsApp: +62 812-1888-7818 (WA)
• Email: scholarship@ugm.ac.id

Virtual consultation: https://ugm.id/AppointmentOIAUGM  

Greetings from University of British Columbia, Canada!

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for teaching, learning and research, consistently ranked among the top public universities in the world. UBC embraces innovation and transforms ideas into action. Since 1915, UBC has been opening doors of opportunity for people with the curiosity, drive and vision to shape a better world.

As one of the world’s leading universities, the University of British Columbia creates an exceptional learning environment that fosters global citizenship, advances a civil and sustainable society, and supports outstanding research to serve the people of British Columbia, Canada and the world.

We are pleased to inform you that the application for University of British Columbia SEED Scholarship Program 2025 is now open for Universitas Gadjah Mada students.

PROGRAM INFORMATION

The Global Affairs Canada (GAC) Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED) program provides scholarships for international students from member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to conduct short-term study or research in Canadian post-secondary institutions. Scholarships focus on studies and research in areas that contribute to the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

For full information on SEED eligibility criteria, application requirements, funding levels, and deadlines, visit the following websites:

Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED)

UBC Indigenous Exchange Program

ELIGIBILITY

1. Undergraduate students (S1) and Graduate Students (S2) 
2. Enrolled in Universitas Gadjah Mada during the program
3. Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
4. Be proficient in English
5. The agreement between UGM and UBC is specific to UBC’s Faculty of Forestry. Therefore, students from disciplines mentioned in the agreement: biology, economics and business, engineering, geography, and forestry are welcome to apply, but they would be expected to be taking the majority of their courses from Forestry. In addition, upper-year courses typically have prerequisite requirements, so students are expected to meet these prerequisites, if any, before enrolment.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS for the Student Exchange Application

1. Letter of Nomination from Faculty (addressed to the Head of Office of International Affairs UGM)
2. Letter of Recommendation from the Academic Advisor
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Current official academic transcript: If you are pursuing graduate studies, include both undergraduate and graduate transcripts. Transcripts must include the grading scale and final grades for at least one full term of completed courses at the nominating partner university.
5. Official translation of academic transcript if the original transcript is not in English.
6. Proof of English proficiency: If English is not your first language or the language of instruction at your home university (check with your home university’s exchange office to see whether this requirement has been waived for your university). See the list of accepted tests and requirements here.
7. Passport copy (biographical page only)
8. Proposed Course List 2025/2026: Your proposed courses will give Go Global an idea of what you plan to study at UBC, so that you can be admitted to the appropriate faculty. We will use the list for admission purposes only. You will receive separate instructions for the actual course registration, which is an ongoing process between your admission and the course add/drop deadline.
9. Additional supporting documents as needed for students planning to take courses in certain faculties/disciplines at UBC (see section “Additional documents required by faculties or departments at UBC” in the website here).

Additional REQUIRED DOCUMENTS for the ASEAN SEED Application

1. Letter of proof of full-time enrolment from the home institution (from your faculty)
   • On official letterhead
   • Dated within the last six months
   • Confirms that the candidate is currently enrolled in a full-time program
2. Proof of citizenship: Colored Scanned Copy of Passport
3. Signed Privacy Notice Statement
   • A copy of the Privacy Notice Statement for non-Canadian participants signed by the candidate and dated within the last six months
4. Letter of intent from the candidate (maximum one page)
   • Explains the nature of studies or research to be undertaken
   • Provides rationale for study in Canada and for the choice of institution, program and supervisor and how the proposed program of study or research will relate to their future career
   • Explains how undertaking study or research in Canada will empower the student to apply their learning to address the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
   • Explains how they intend to use their learning to help combat poverty and narrow the development gap in the ASEAN region in their future career
   • Identifies the Sustainable Development Goal  (SDG) their proposed study or research in Canada is aligned with and will contribute to
   • Candidates from Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Thailand or Vietnam must provide an explanation of how their learning in Canada will help to combat poverty in their home country
   • Candidates from Brunei or Singapore must provide an explanation of how their learning in Canada will help combat poverty in one of the other eight ASEAN countries.
5. Letter of invitation from the Canadian supervisor (graduate students only, maximum one page)
   • On official letterhead
   • Dated within the last six months
   • Signed by the Canadian supervisor
   • Describes the nature and scope of the research collaboration with the student’s home institution
   • Confirms their willingness to support and mentor the candidate during the exchange period
   • Explains how the Canadian institution, supervisor and peers will benefit from the exchange
6. Letter of support from the home institution (maximum one page) *will be provided by OIA UGM upon nomination
7. Signed copy of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) or Agreement with the partner institution *will be provided by OIA UGM upon nomination

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Submit the aforementioned documents to UGM International Exposure Application Form: http://ugm.id/IntExposureApplication no later than 10 March 2025 for internal review.
2. OIA staff will evaluate your application. Once you are selected as Nominated Applicants, OIA will confirm your official nomination to UBC by the deadline of 15 March 2025.
3. Applications will be reviewed internally by UBC and they will send notification for further exchange application that you will need to submit by 1 April 2025.
4. Person in charge for the ASEAN SEED at UBC will submit the application to the Canada ASEAN SEED Program The Global Affairs Canada (GAC) by the deadline of 31 March 2025.
5. The FINAL decision is from The Global Affairs Canada (GAC).

IMPORTANT NOTES

• In the meantime, the students are required to keep the hard file of all documents until further notice by the Office of International Affairs.
• In case the faculty could not provide the letter of enrollment and nomination during this period, the official nomination through email from the faculty is acceptable. The official nomination could be delivered to head-oia@ugm.ac.id (cc to scholarship@ugm.ac.id

CONSULTATION INFO

If you have any questions regarding this program, you can contact us in OIA’s office hour:

• Whatsapp: +62 812-1888-7818 (WA)
• Email: scholarship@ugm.ac.id

Virtual consultation: https://ugm.id/AppointmentOIAUGM  

Greetings from Queen’s University!

Queen’s University, located in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, is a prestigious institution renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, vibrant campus life, and strong sense of community. Established in 1841, Queen’s has a rich history and a reputation for producing leaders in various fields. The university offers a diverse range of programs, fostering a dynamic learning environment that encourages critical thinking and innovation. With a picturesque campus and a strong emphasis on student engagement, Queen’s provides a well-rounded educational experience.

We are pleased to inform you that the application for Queen’s University SEED Scholarship Program 2025 is now open for Universitas Gadjah Mada students.

PROGRAM INFORMATION

The Global Affairs Canada (GAC) Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED) program provides scholarships for international students from member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to conduct short-term study or research in Canadian post-secondary institutions. Scholarships focus on studies and research in areas that contribute to the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

For full information on SEED eligibility criteria, application requirements, funding levels, and deadlines, visit the following websites:

Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED)

Global Affairs Canada Scholarships – ASEAN SEED at Queens University

ELIGIBILITY

1. Undergraduate students (S1) and Graduate Students (S2) 
2. Enrolled in Universitas Gadjah Mada during the program
3. Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
4. Be proficient in English

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

1. Letter of Nomination from Faculty (addressed to the Head of Office of International Affairs UGM)
2. Letter of proof of full-time enrolment from the home institution (from your faculty)
   • On official letterhead
   • Dated within the last six months
   • Confirms that the candidate is currently enrolled in a full-time program
3. Official Academic Transcript (in English)
4. English Language Proficiency Certificate 
5. Letter of Recommendation from the Academic Advisor
6. Curriculum Vitae
7. Proof of citizenship: Colored Scanned Copy of Passport
8. Signed Privacy Notice Statement
   • A copy of the Privacy Notice Statement for non-Canadian participants signed by the candidate and dated within the last six months
9. Letter of intent from the candidate (maximum one page)
   • Explains the nature of studies or research to be undertaken
   • Provides rationale for study in Canada and for the choice of institution, program and supervisor and how the proposed program of study or research will relate to their future career
   • Explains how undertaking study or research in Canada will empower the student to apply their learning to address the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
   • Explains how they intend to use their learning to help combat poverty and narrow the development gap in the ASEAN region in their future career
   • Identifies the Sustainable Development Goal  (SDG) their proposed study or research in Canada is aligned with and will contribute to
   • Candidates from Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Thailand or Vietnam must provide an explanation of how their learning in Canada will help to combat poverty in their home country
   • Candidates from Brunei or Singapore must provide an explanation of how their learning in Canada will help combat poverty in one of the other eight ASEAN countries.
10. Letter of invitation from the Canadian supervisor (graduate students only, maximum one page)
    • On official letterhead
    • Dated within the last six months
    • Signed by the Canadian supervisor
    • Describes the nature and scope of the research collaboration with the student’s home institution
    • Confirms their willingness to support and mentor the candidate during the exchange period
    • Explains how the Canadian institution, supervisor and peers will benefit from the exchange
11. Letter of support from the home institution (maximum one page) *will be provided by OIA UGM upon nomination
12. Signed copy of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) or Agreement with the partner institution *will be provided by OIA UGM upon nomination

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Submit the aforementioned documents to UGM International Exposure Application Form: http://ugm.id/IntExposureApplication no later than 10 March 2025 for internal review.
2. OIA staff will evaluate your application. Once you are selected as Nominated Applicants, OIA will confirm your official nomination to Queens University by the deadline of 17 March 2025.
3. Person in charge for the ASEAN SEED at Queens University will submit the application to the Canada ASEAN SEED Program The Global Affairs Canada (GAC) by the deadline of 31 March 2025.
4. The FINAL decision is from The Global Affairs Canada (GAC).

IMPORTANT NOTES

• In the meantime, the students are required to keep the hard file of all documents until further notice by the Office of International Affairs.
• In case the faculty could not provide the letter of enrollment and nomination during this period, the official nomination through email from the faculty is acceptable. The official nomination could be delivered to head-oia@ugm.ac.id (cc to scholarship@ugm.ac.id

CONSULTATION INFO

If you have any questions regarding this program, you can contact us in OIA’s office hour:

• Whatsapp: +62 812-1888-7818 (WA)
• Email: scholarship@ugm.ac.id

Virtual consultation: https://ugm.id/AppointmentOIAUGM