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Full Application

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION CAREFULLY BEFORE COMPLETING APPLICATION

INSTRUCTIONS PAGE

1. All forms in this application are to be completed by the applicant in English and printed from a computer. 2. Every question must be answered completely and carefully. You must limit your responses as required in the application. 3. Use the tab key to move from field to field in the application. 4. Completed applications must be returned to USAID Training for Pakistan Training for Pakistan-Self Collection by TCS courier

service, post stamped by 7 Aug, 2014(in hard copy: one original and three copies) and electronically (application only, no

attachments) at infomesp@trainingforpakistan. Clearly mention your applicant code on the envelope. 5. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. 6. Carefully read the Description of Sections and the Description of Attachments below before proceeding.

If you are selected as a finalist for the Teacher Education Master's Scholarship Program,

we will make every effort to secure admission for you at a suitable educational institution in

the U.S.

DO NOT MAIL THIS FORM DIRECTLY TO ANY UNIVERSITY

DESCRIPTION OF SECTIONS in APPLICATION

Read Carefully before Proceeding to the Application

In this application, you will provide biographical information, study objectives, employment, and other information. Please note the following special instructions on certain numbered fields in the application:

1. Study Plans (item 16): The requirements for completing academic work toward a degree vary depending upon the degree desired, the candidate’s academic background, and the regulations of the institution to which the candidate is admitted. It is usually not possible to obtain a degree in one academic year. Although the minimum time required for a Master’s degree is one academic year, students should expect to take between one and two years to complete the academic requirements.

2. Study Objectives (item 22): The description of your study objectives is an essential and highly important part of your application. You should take great care in writing a clear and detailed description of the program you want to pursue. An unclear, incomplete or overly brief statement can diminish your chances for admission to an appropriate program. Do not list your choice of universities here or anywhere else in the five pages of the application.

3. Statement of Purpose (item 23): This essay can be the most important document in the application. Other parts of your application — test scores, transcripts, letters of recommendation — do not say as much about you as a

person as the statement of purpose can: your proudest accomplishments alongside your fondest hopes and dreams. Take this essay seriously and comply with the word limits.

4. Other Essays (items 24, 25a, 25b, 26): Comply with the word limits and be thoughtful in your replies to these essays. How you reply will play a key role in whether you are awarded a scholarship and whether you are accepted by a U.S. university.

5. Authorization for Release of Information (VII a): The information you provide in this section is used for the Teacher Education Master’s Scholarship Program Placement Partner’s internal purposes and as a release form to obtain standardized test scores when necessary.

6. Applicant’s Confirmation of Authenticity (VII b): Certify that the application represents your work and that, to your knowledge, the information you provide is accurate and complete.

Now, read the Description of Attachments on the next page before proceeding to the application.

USAID Teacher Education Master’s Scholarship Program

in the United States

Academic Years 2015-2017

USAID Training for Pakistan Project

Applicant Code:_______________________

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Application Deadline: August 7, 2014

DESCRIPTION OF ATTACHMENTS to APPLICATION

Read Carefully before Proceeding to the Application

The attachments for this application are found at www.trainingforpakistan.org/mesp website. The attachments provide strategies and guidelines on how to complete the application, how to write the essays, and what documents you are required to attach to your application. You will also find the Letter of Reference form that, when completed, will be part of your application. Applications submitted without the required attachments will not be accepted.

Teacher Education Master’s Education Program Application Guidelines

These guidelines explain what you need to attach to your application, such as your transcripts and other required attachments.

Applications that are submitted without the required attachments will not be accepted.

Applicants must attach official, complete and certified academic documents covering the entire period of study at universities

and other post-secondary institutions. Documents must be accompanied by complete official English translations. These

documents must consist of:

a. One certified official record (transcript) from each university or post-secondary institution you attended, even those

schools from which you did not receive a degree or diploma. These transcripts should list the subjects you studied and

the grades you received during each year of your enrollment. Include all post-secondary institutions you have attended.

Official transcripts must be submitted in sealed envelopes.

b. Certified, official evidence of each post-secondary or university degree, diploma or certificate awarded to you should be

included as part of the completed application.

NOTE: Individual universities may require that you complete additional forms as part of your application.

Applications that are submitted without the required transcripts in the correct format will not be accepted.

Strategies for a More Competitive Teacher Education Master’s Education Program Application

Similar guidelines have helped other students to complete their application. Use them to help you write a strong

application.

How to Write a Successful Statement of Purpose for Graduate Schools in America

Similar guidelines have helped other students complete their application. Use them to help you write a compelling

statement of purpose.

Confidential Letter of Reference Form

You are required to submit three (3) letters of reference, using the two-page form on the website. Many universities, especially universities in the U.S., consider letters of reference extremely important. All letters of reference should be submitted by teachers under whom you have studied or pursued research or by someone who has supervised you in work the place. Letters of reference should not be written by persons related to you, either by blood or marriage, or by personal friends. At least one academic reference and one from someone who has supervised you must be included among the three letters you provide. You can download the two-page Letters of Reference Form from www.trainingforpakistan.org/mesp website.

The letters of reference should be written in English. Please be certain to ask that both pages of the form are completed. You can print out the Letter of Reference form and forward it to each individual who will be your referee. Or, you can direct your referees to the website and they can print out their own copies. Completed Letters of Reference should be returned directly to you in a sealed envelope. Please do NOT open.

Applications that are submitted without the three required Letters of Reference will not be accepted.

http://www.trainingforpakistan.org/mesp

Applicant Code:_______________________

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USAID Master’s of Education Scholarship Program In the United States

I. BIODATA

(All sections should be completed in English and be typewritten.)

1. NAME OF APPLICANT AS SHOWN ON YOUR PASSPORT IN ENGLISH

Family First Middle Initial

Mr.

Ms.

4. DATE OF BIRTH: (Day-Month-Year)

5. GENDER:

Male Female

6. DAY PHONE:

7. E-MAIL:

8. BIRTHPLACE: (City, State/Province, Country)

9. COUNTRY OF RESIDENCE:

10. COUNTRY OF CITIZENSHIP:

11. LIST COUNTRY NAMES OF ALL PASSPORTS HELD:

12. MARITAL STATUS: (Single, Married, Divorced, Separated, Widow, Widower, etc.)

13. AGES OF CHILDREN, IF ANY:

15.

PLEASE PROVIDE THE NAME, ADDRESS, EMAIL, AND TELEPHONE NUMBER OF INDIVIDUALS TO BE NOTIFIED IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY:

IN YOUR HOME COUNTRY IN THE U.S. IF ANY

3. NAME ON PREVIOUS ACADEMIC RECORDS: (If different from above)

14. PERMANENT ADDRESS STREET

CITY STATE/PROVINCE

POSTALCODE COUNTRY

TELEPHONE # FAX #

EMAIL

Applicant Code:_______________________

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II. STUDY PLANS

16. WHICH STUDY AREA DID YOU APPLY FOR?

Educational Administration and Policy

Education Measurement and Assessment

Teacher Education

Literacy Education

Curriculum Development

Behavior and Applied Analysis

Educational Leadership and Management

Educational Financing

Early Childhood Education

Developing Reading Culture

Special and Inclusive Education

OTHER ________________________________

III. EDUCATION

17a. LIST EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS ATTENDED IN REVERSE CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER, INCLUDING ANY IN WHICH YOU MAY BE PRESENTLY ENROLLED:

INSTITUTION AND LOCATION

(List in reverse order)

MAJOR FIELD OF

STUDY

DATES (Month and Year) From To

ACTUAL NAME OF DEGREE OR DIPLOMA

IN ENGLISH

DATE RECEIVED OR

EXPECTED

17b. PLEASE EXPLAIN ANY GAPS IN YOUR EDUCATION.

17c. HAVE YOU EVER BEEN DISMISSED FROM A SCHOOL OR UNIVERSITY?

Yes No IF YES, PLEASE EXPLAIN:

18. LIST SCHOLARSHIPS OR FELLOWSHIPS HELD AT PRESENT OR IN THE PAST: (Give source or sponsor, amount, where held, and duration.)

19. LIST PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES, FRATERNITIES, SORORITIES, OR OTHER ORGANIZATIONS IN WHICH YOU NOW HOLD MEMBERSHIP OR IN WHICH YOU HAVE BEEN ACTIVE IN THE PAST: (Indicate if you have held a leadership position.)

20. TEACHING AND/OR RESEARCH EXPERIENCE:

TYPE YOUR NAME

Applicant Code:_______________________

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21. SIGNIFICANT ACADEMIC AND/OR PROFESSIONAL PUBLICATIONS, AWARDS AND OTHER ACCOMPLISHMENTS A). ACTIVITY AND DESCRIPTION: DATES OF ACTIVITY (MM/YY - MM/YY): B). ACTIVITY AND DESCRIPTION: DATES OF ACTIVITY (MM/YY - MM/YY): C). ACTIVITY AND DESCRIPTION: DATES OF ACTIVITY (MM/YY - MM/YY): D). ACTIVITY AND DESCRIPTION: DATES OF ACTIVITY (MM/YY - MM/YY):

TYPE YOUR NAME:

Applicant Code:_______________________

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IV. ESSAYS

22.

STUDY OBJECTIVES Write a clear and detailed description of your study objectives. Be specific about your major field and your specialized interests within this field. Describe the kind of program you expect to undertake, and explain how your study plan fits in with your previous training, work experience and your future objectives. Your statement is an essential part of your application. Unclear, incomplete or impractical proposals can result in your being

referred to a university not suited to your scholastic needs, or your not being accepted by any university. Do not mention specific universities at

which you would like to study. (Your essay must be between 450 and 600 words)

TYPE YOUR NAME:

Applicant Code:_______________________

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TYPE YOUR NAME:

23.

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE Please provide a narrative statement concerning your professional, academic and future plans. It should not be a mere listing of facts. It should include information about your education, practical experience, special interests, career plans, and your purpose in applying for graduate study. Describe any significant factors that have influenced your educational or professional development. What challenges have you overcome in pursuit of your

professional development? Describe the challenges as well as any insights, perspectives, or skills you gained in overcoming them. Do not mention

specific universities at which you would like to study. (Your essay must be between 450 and 600 words)

Applicant Code:_______________________

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TYPE YOUR NAME:

24. SUPPORTING OTHERS’ LEARNING: Describe your philosophy or approach to supporting others’ learning, whether as a teacher, supervisor, colleague or other context, and provide an example of how you have successfully applied this approach in the past to achieve results. (Please limit your response to 75-125 words.)

Applicant Code:_______________________

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25. FUTURE PLANS

25a. Beyond the academic knowledge you would develop in a master’s program in education, what else do you expect to gain during your overseas academic experience that will enable you to contribute to improved education quality in Pakistan? What will you do to ensure your experience in the United States yields the greatest benefit to your personal and professional development as an education specialist? (Please limit your response to 175-225 words.)

TYPE YOUR NAME :

25 b. What specific education challenges would you like to address in Pakistan after completing your academic program? How do you envision

Applicant Code:_______________________

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yourself changing or impacting your field? (Please limit your response to 175-225 words.)

26. LEADERSHIP: Describe how you will exercise leadership in your chosen field and community if you are awarded a scholarship, and give an example of how you have successfully applied relevant leadership skills in a past situation in which you initiated and led a positive change. (Please limit your response to 75-125 words.)

TYPE YOUR NAME :

Applicant Code:_______________________

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V. EXPERIENCE

27. KNOWLEDGE OF LANGUAGES: (Rate yourself Fluent, Very Good, Good or Fair. Include all languages in which you have some competence.)

Mother Tongue

LANGUAGE READING WRITING SPEAKING

English

28. OCCUPATIONAL EXPERIENCE: (List positions held, beginning with the most recent employment.)

NAME AND ADDRESS OF EMPLOYER TITLE/TYPE OF WORK DATES (Month and year) From To

29. INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE: If you have travelled, lived, or studied in any country other than your own for more than six weeks, indicate places, dates, and purpose:

Applicant Code:_______________________

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30. Have you taken NTS? Yes No

If Yes;

Date of NTS: __________________ Score: _______________________

VI. Dossier Checklist

REQUIRED FOR ALL NOMINEES

Read the application instructions carefully.

Read the description of sections and attachments carefully.

Read "Strategies for a More Competitive Application" (available on Training for Pakistan website).

Read How to "Write a Successful Statement of Purpose" (available on Training for Pakistan website).

Completed USAID Teacher Education Master’s Scholarship Program application in its entirety.

Attached undergraduate and graduate transcripts certified and translated (if in Urdu).

Attached undergraduate and graduate diploma/certificate certified and translated (if in Urdu)

Enclose three (3) letters of reference each from a different referee, in English (each letter should include writer’s name, title, and contact information must be clear and sealed with a stamp/signature)

Attached any publications referenced in the application.

Submit complete applications with all attachments to Training for Pakistan-TCS Self Collection,

Islamabad 44000 by August 7, 2014.

Applications received after this date or incomplete

applications will NOT be considered.

TYPE YOUR NAME :

Applicant Code:_______________________

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TYPE YOUR NAME :

VII. SIGNATURE PAGE

a) AUTHORIZATION FOR RELEASE OF INFORMATION

PLEASE SIGN BELOW AS YOUR AUTHORIZATION FOR USAID TEACHER EDUCATION MASTER’S SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM PLACEMENT

PARTNER:

(1) TO RECEIVE, AND/OR TO REQUEST YOUR STANDARDIZED TESTS OR ANY OTHER TEST SCORE REPORTS TO BE SENT TO

ACADEMIC INSTITUTIONS ON YOUR BEHALF.

(2) TO RECEIVE INFORMATION ON THE STATUS OF YOUR APPLICATION, INCLUDING FINAL DECISIONS, FROM ACADEMIC INSTITUTIONS.

SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT: DATE:

b) APPLICANT'S CONFIRMATION OF AUTHENTICITY

BY MY SIGNATURE, I CERTIFY THAT, TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE, THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN MY APPLICATION IS

ACCURATE AND COMPLETE. MY SIGNATURE ALSO CERTIFIES THAT I AM THE AUTHOR OF ALL THE ESSAYS IN THIS APPLICATION.

SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT: DATE:

Applicant Code:_______________________

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USAID Master’s of Education Scholarship Program in the United States

Academic Years 2015-2017

Full Application Received

I would like confirmation that my full application for USAID Master’s of Education Scholarship Program has

been received. I have enclosed a self-addressed, stamped envelope.

My name is _____________________________________________.

Signature: _______________________________ Date: ____________________________