Undergraduate & Graduate Scholarships, Webster University, Thailand

Undergraduate or Graduate Studies academic year 2011-2012
Total Scholarships and financial aid worth 5,000,000 Baht

Webster University in Thailand (WUT) recognizes that some academically qualified students who would benefit from study at the University are prevented from enrolling due to limited financial resources. In an effort to assist these new students, WUT offers merit and need based scholarship programs that provide partial financial assistance. The decision process for these awards is competitive. Early application and acceptance is advised to ensure maximum consideration. The number of awards offered each year is limited and subject to program funding. Awardees are restricted to one award, either scholarship or grant. Awards may be renewed subject to normal length of intended degree and the maintenance of satisfactory academic progress conditions.

Types of Scholarships Available For NEW Students

Entrance Scholarships
Academic Year 2011 – 2012

Award Conditions:

* For new incoming students only (Not for site transfer students from other Webster campuses)
* Only for full time, and degree seeking applicants ( non-degree and part time are not eligible)
* Apply during admissions process
* Minimum 2.5 GPA from previous institution or have history of athletic achievement.
* Maintain 2.75 Cumulative GPA at Webster Thailand

Number of Awards:
15 awards for UNDG
5 GRAD in academic year 2011 – 2012
UNDG: 50,000 Baht per award
GRAD: 25,000 Baht per award
The awards are for tuition only. Award is deducted from the student’s tuition bill. No cash is distributed.

Amount per Award:
UNDG: 50,000 Baht per award
GRAD: 25,000 Baht per award
The awards are for tuition only. Award is deducted from the student’s tuition bill. No cash is distributed.

The awards will be given twice in two consecutive terms/ semester:
1. UNDG, 25,000 Baht in the first semester, 25,000 Baht in the second semester No award given in a summer term. If the awardees start in Fall 2 or Spring 2 or Summer, they get 12,500 Baht in Fall 2, Spring 2 or Summer. And plus another 25,000 Baht in the next semester.
2. GRAD, 12,500 Baht in the first term, and another 12,500 Baht in the second term

Required Documents:
1. WUT Entrance Scholarship application form, completed and signed
2. A one- page essay giving your rationale for the application This essay should include your personal background, specific examples of your volunteer activities, your international experiences or other similarly interesting information. In addition, it should answer these questions:

* Why are you motivated to study at Webster?
* Why do you deserve this scholarship over others?

3. Supporting financial documentation such as bank statements, tax returns, etc.

Steps for applying for financial aid / scholarships
1. Download the application form
2. Fill in the application and submit to Oom at the registrar’s office by the deadline dates
3. Wait for the announcements on given dates.
NOTE: You can apply for more than one financial aid / scholarships. However you will not get more than one in one semester. University aims to spread these scholarships & aids so that many students benefit from this program.

Award Conditions: Awards are for tuition only. They require full-time, degree-seeking study on the Hua Hin/Cha-am & Bangkok campuses. Awards are deducted from the student’s tuition bill as stipulated in the award contract. No cash is distributed. Awards do not apply to living costs, fees, and other expenses.

For more information, please visit official website: www.webster.ac.th