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Section IV
SCHOLARSHIPS AND WORK STUDY PROGRAM
1. SCHOLARSHIPS
The
University of Cambodia is committed to building a tradition of
inspiring
students to think beyond simplicity and to view learning as an
adventure where
they can discover, create and contribute to knowledge development in
their
respective fields and help the community. The University of Cambodia
Scholarship Program offers qualified students the opportunity to study
in an
academic institution that focuses on quality teaching, research and
scholarship.
There are
three different categories of undergraduate Scholarship:
ii. Scholastic Aptitude Scholarships; and
iii. Partial Scholarships.
These are awarded to
full-time Bachelor’s students each
academic year. Qualification is based primarily on academic promise and
financial need: the awards are based on merit, not favour. Because
being awarded a Scholarship is an academic distinction, indicative of
the
student's potential calibre, this will be recorded in all academic
transcripts.
However, the strong
competition
for limited places means that there are certain conditions which the
students
must meet in order to continue receiving a Scholarship: they cannot
become
complacent. All
scholarship recipients will be reviewed at the end of each term before
funding
is renewed. Depending
on the Scholarship involved (and the prestige of
the award), they must:
- exceed a certain minimal
attendance in all classes;
- maintain a certain
minimal grade point average (GPA; see
Section VI.3) for each term;
- observe all rules and
regulations of the University,
including respect of the Student Code of Conduct;
- participate in
University’s activities, such as conferences,
seminars, meetings, etc., from time to time; and
- be willing to volunteer
time or participate in the
internship program of the University.
Any student who, having
been
awarded a Scholarship, subsequently fails to live up to the
expectations
embodied in the above five requirements (most especially the first two)
will
automatically and immediately have their Scholarship discontinued: they
will
have to start paying full tuition fees if they want to continue their
studies
at the University of Cambodia. This lapse will also be recorded in
their
transcripts.
Thereafter, however, if a
student can attain a suitable
cumulative GPA score, and also meet the minimum attendance requirement,
during
their subsequent period at the University, then there is the
possibility that
they will be able to resume receiving a Scholarship.
For
application deadlines, procedures and forms, inquire at the Office of
Admissions and Registration. Since competition is stiff for these
scholarships,
students are encouraged to begin the application procedure early.
i. Academic Excellence Scholarships (AES)
These are intended only
for outstanding, highly-qualified
students. Students who meet the University's stringent criteria, based
on merit
rather than favour, will be awarded one of a range of Scholarships and
thereby
receive full tuition benefits. This will be recorded in their
transcripts.
However, accepting such a
Scholarship means that a student must perform up to expectations for
the award
to be continued over successive terms: it must not be regarded merely
as a
meaningless accolade, so that the recipients become complacent. Thus,
to
continue receiving their awards, all students originally considered to
have
sufficient merit for an AES must:
- have 90% attendance in
all classes;
- maintain at least a GPA of 3.0 or B for each term;
- observe all rules and
regulations of the University,
including respect of the Student Code of Conduct;
- participate in
University’s activities, such as conferences,
seminars, meetings, etc., from time to time; and
- be willing to volunteer
time or participate in the
internship program of the University.
The
following Academic Excellence Scholarships may be awarded to
suitably-qualified
students:
a. Prime
Minister Hun Sen Scholarship Program
b. Board
of Trustees Scholarships
c. Cambodian
Leadership Scholars Program
d. Chancellor’s
Honors Scholarship Fund
e. Presidential
Scholarships
Note that the various Scholarships may differ in their detailed requirements, but they are all awarded only to students with the potential for academic excellence; and they will be withdrawn from students who fail to live up to these high expectations.
a. Prime Minister Hun Sen
Scholarship Program The
University
of Cambodia established the Prime Minister Samdech Hun Sen Scholarship
Program
to support students with a record of outstanding academic achievement
and
community service. Fifty scholarships will be awarded. Each recipient
will
receive a tuition waiver, plus an internship opportunity with our
Institutes or
Research Centers. The scholarship is renewable for the duration of the
student’s undergraduate studies at the University of Cambodia, provided
that a
strong academic standing is maintained. Scholarship recipients may
attend any
Bachelor’s programs listed in the respective Colleges at the University
of
Cambodia.
The goal
of the Prime Minister Hun Sen Scholarship Program is to facilitate
access to
higher education for Cambodian students who demonstrate leadership
potential
but are from poor rural backgrounds with financial needs. The program
thus
hopes to increase the number of Cambodian students with a rural
background in a
variety of disciplines, at as many levels as possible. In addition to
providing
financial aid to qualified students, this program will also provide
academic
supervision and mentoring, and activities to help recipients stay in
school,
complete their degrees, and achieve their professional goals. In
return,
beneficiaries of this Scholarship Program are required to contribute to
the
development of the University by participating in academic activities
(e.g.
professional meetings) and assisting with the organization of events.
Eligibility:
Þ
Admitted
as a classified full-time first-year undergraduate student, seeking a
degree in any course of study at the University of Cambodia.
Þ
High
school GPA of at least 3.5 in
academic subjects (if not available or uncertain, the University of
Cambodia Scholarship Committee will review the transcripts).
Þ
Evidence
of superior academic achievement or creative endeavor (e.g. publication
of a research paper or participation in a community development
project).
Þ
Evidence
of financial hardship.
Þ
Be a
resident of Cambodia or hold Cambodian citizenship.
b.
Board of Trustees Scholarships The University of
Cambodia established the Board of Trustees
Scholarships to support students with a record of outstanding academic
achievement. Fifteen scholarships are awarded. Each recipient receives
a
tuition waiver, plus an internship opportunity with our Institutes or
Research
Centers. The scholarship is renewable for the duration of a student’s
undergraduate studies at the University of Cambodia, provided a strong
academic
standing is maintained. Trustees Scholarship recipients may attend any degree
programs
listed in the respective Colleges at the University of Cambodia.
Eligibility:
Þ
Admitted
as a classified full-time first-year undergraduate student, seeking a
degree in any course of study at the University of Cambodia.
Þ
High
school GPA of at least 3.5 in academic subjects (if not available or
uncertain, the University of Cambodia Scholarship Committee will review
the transcripts).
Þ
Evidence
of superior academic achievement or creative endeavor (e.g. publication
of a research paper or participation in a community development
project).
Þ
Be a
resident of Cambodia or hold Cambodian citizenship.
c. Cambodian Leadership
Scholars Program The
University
of Cambodia has
also
established the Cambodian
Leadership Scholars Program to support students with a record of
outstanding
academic achievement and community service. Five scholarships are
awarded. Each
recipient receives a tuition waiver and an internship opportunity with
the
University institutes and research centers. The scholarship is
renewable for a
total of three consecutive terms, provided that a strong academic
standing is
maintained. Leadership Scholars may attend any degree programs listed
in the
respective Colleges at the University of Cambodia.
The goal
of the Cambodian Leadership Scholars Program is to facilitate access to
higher
education, in a variety of disciplines, for Cambodian students from
poor rural
backgrounds with financial needs and who demonstrate leadership
potential. In
addition to providing financial aid to qualified students, the project
will
also provide academic supervision and mentoring, and activities to help
recipients stay in school, complete their degrees, and achieve their
professional goals. In return, beneficiaries of the Scholars Program
are
required to contribute to the University development by participating
in
academic activities (i.e. professional meetings) and assisting with the
organization of events.
Eligibility:
Þ
Admitted
as a classified full-time first-year undergraduate student, seeking a
degree in any course of study at the University of Cambodia.
Þ
High
school GPA of at least 3.5 in
academic subjects (if not available or uncertain, the University of
Cambodia Scholarship Committee will review the transcripts).
Þ
Evidence
of superior academic achievement or creative endeavor (e.g. publication
of a research paper or participation in a community development
project).
Þ
Evidence
of financial hardship.
Þ
Be a
resident of Cambodia or hold Cambodian citizenship.
d. Chancellor Haruhisa
Handa’s Honors Scholarship Fund for
Outstanding High
School Achievement These
are awarded to twenty-five (25) Category A and B (top 10%)
graduating high school students who have shown proof of outstanding
academic
excellence and wish to pursue a Bachelor’s degree program at the
University of
Cambodia. Recipients have their full tuition covered by this
scholarship at the
University of Cambodia.
Eligibility:
Þ
Graduated
from high school and passed the National High School Exam with an
overall grade of A or B (top 10%).
Þ
Intend
to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in the program of the student’s choice at
the University of Cambodia.
Þ Be a resident of Cambodia or hold Cambodian citizenship.
e. Presidential
Scholarships The
University
of Cambodia has also established the Presidential Scholarships to
support
students with a record of outstanding academic achievement. Five
scholarships
are awarded, being renewable. Each recipient receives a tuition waiver
and an
internship opportunity with one of the University''s Institutes or
Research
Centers. Presidential Scholars may attend any degree programs listed in
the
respective Colleges of the University of Cambodia.
Eligibility:
Þ
Classified
full-time first-year undergraduate students seeking a degree in any
course of study at the University of Cambodia.
Þ
GPA of at least 3.0 for all university level work.
Þ
Evidence
of superior academic achievement or creative endeavor (e.g. publication
of a research paper or participation in a community development
project).
Þ Be a resident of Cambodia or hold Cambodian citizenship.
ii. Scholastic Aptitude Scholarships
These are for students
who did
well in school; who are from families that cannot afford their
continuing
education; and who are fully committed to learning and furthering
themselves.
These Scholarships cover 50% of
the tuition.
There are
certain conditions which the students must meet in order to continue
receiving
a Scholastic Aptitude Scholarship. They must:
ü
have
80% attendance in all classes;
ü maintain at least a GPA of 2.5 or C+ for each term;
ü
observe
all rules and regulations of the University, including respect of the
Student Code of Conduct;
ü
participate
in University’s activities, such as conferences, seminars, meetings,
etc., from time to time; and
ü
be
willing to volunteer time or participate in the internship program of
the University.
These are provided to
students who
are fully committed to their studies but are unable to pay for their
tuition in
full: they are awarded to students based on an evaluation of each
individual's
personal situation, as assessed by the UC Scholarship Committee.
There are certain
conditions which the students must meet in
order to continue receiving a Partial Scholarship. They must:
ü
have
70% attendance in all classes;
ü
maintain
at least a GPA of 2.0 or C for each term;
ü
observe
all rules and regulations of the University, including respect of the
Student Code of Conduct;
ü
participate
in University’s activities, such as conferences, seminars, meetings,
etc., from time to time; and
ü
be
willing to volunteer time or participate in the internship program of
the University.
2. WORK STUDY PROGRAM
The University of Cambodia established the Work Study Program to support students with a record of outstanding academic achievement. Twenty students will be selected to participate in the program whereby each recipient will receive a 50% tuition waiver in exchange for work performed at the University (4 hours per day, 5 days per week). The tuition waiver is renewable for the duration of the student’s undergraduate studies at the University of Cambodia, providing that the student maintains strong academic standing. Candidates in the Work Study Program may attend any degree programs listed in the respective Colleges at the University of Cambodia.
Eligibility:
a) Admitted as a classified full-time first-year undergraduate student, seeking a degree in any course of study at the University of Cambodia.
b) High school Grade Point Average of at least 3.0 in academic subjects (if not available or uncertain, the University of Cambodia Scholarship Committee will review the transcripts).
c) Evidence of superior academic achievement or creative endeavor (i.e. research paper written or participation in a community development project).
Recipients must maintain a minimum 2.5 overall Grade Point Average at the University of Cambodia, reviewed on a term-by-term basis.
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