5/05/2007

Student Loan Network

Student Loan Network is one of the nation's fastest growing providers of student loans and related information. Since 1998 we have connected 25 million students and parents with over $1 billion in scholarships, grants and federal, private and consolidation loan funding. To help make the confusing and stressful financial aid process easier, the Student Loan Network also delivers helpful information, including the award-winning Financial Aid Podcast, a multitude of financial aid-related blogs and the monthly Financial Aid Newsletter. Learn more about the Student Loan Network at www.StudentLoanNetwork.com.

Philippines Fellowship Program - Asian Cultural Council

The Philippines Fellowship Program sponsored by the Asian Cultural Council is one of the organization’s newest offerings. The fellowships provide a two-way opportunity for Filipino and American artists and researchers to fund a stint of time in each other’s country. The Council sponsors a generous number of very attractive fellowships to all areas of Asia.

Rotary International is an internationally renowned organization that spends millions of dollars in charitable projects all over the globe. In order to see that Rotary-style work is accomplished and to educate the next generation of Rotarians, the Ambassadorial Scholars are awarded. These are highly competitive among academically talented students. Those who are going overseas to the Philippines with the goal of engaging in humanitarian aid or learning about sustainable development, may qualify for up to $26,000 for the year. Rotary scholars must demonstrate strong character skills and conduct themselves according to Rotary tenets at all times. Recipients must be willing to share their Philippines trip and educational experience with a Rotary audience once back in the U.S.

Blakemore Freeman Fellowships for Advanced Asian Language Studies

Students wishing to specifically study the Filipino language may apply for the Blakemore Freeman Fellowships for Advanced Asian Language Studies. While the program offers the most funding for Chinese, Japanese, Thai and others, Filipino will be considered particularly if the applicant can prove a professional necessity for the language. Award amounts vary from around $10,000 to $15,000 for an academic year.

Luce Scholars Program

The Luce Scholars Program is funded by the Henry Luce Foundation. Part of the Foundation’s mission is to support the educational pursuits of students and professionals who require knowledge of Asia, including the Philippines. Candidates must be recommended for the scholarships by faculty. Scholarships include travel, housing and stipend for a year program.

College Loan Consolidation: Freeman Awards for Study in Asia

The Freeman Awards for Study in Asia have been instrumental in assisting hundreds of students with funding for studies in the Philippines and other Asian countries. The funding is provided from philanthropic sources to make sure U.S. students have the opportunity to experience Asian cultures that in many cases have been beyond their reach. Applicants may apply for summer, semester or year programs. Preference is given to those who have never been abroad. Selections are made on the basis of both academic merit and financial need. Up to $7,000 is possible for a year program.

 
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