I'm interested in pursuing mining engineering, and as an international student, I'm wondering about available scholarships. Are there specific scholarships I should be aware of when applying to programs either in the US or abroad?
Certainly, there are various scholarships geared toward students who wish to pursue studies in the field of mining engineering. Some scholarships have specific eligibility criteria, including nationalities, and others are open to international applicants. That said, pining down information related to specific scholarship parents is going to be instrumental in your search process.
Here are some scholarships that are worth notable mention:
1. SME (Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration) Foundation Scholarships: The SME foundation offers several scholarships for students interested in mining and metallurgy. Though most of these scholarships are open primarily to US residents, the SME Foundation also awards the J.H. Fletcher & Co. Scholarship to international students pursuing a degree in mining or minerals engineering.
2. Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Foundation Scholarship: This scholarship is open to students who are pursuing a degree in fields related to mining, metallurgy, or materials science, and who are also members of the American Exploration & Mining Association.
3. AusIMM EEF Premium Scholarships: The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM) Education Endowment Fund (EEF) offers a number of premium scholarships for students studying mining engineering in Australia. These scholarships are open to international students.
4. International Tuition Award at the University of British Columbia (UBC): Not a mining-specific scholarship, but UBC in Vancouver, Canada, which has a highly-ranked mining engineering program, offers this award to international undergraduate students.
5. WH Bryan Scholarship: The University of Queensland in Australia provides this scholarship for Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) or integrated engineering/ Master's students, including those in the field of mining.
6. Curtin International Scholarships - Merit Scholarship: Curtin University in Western Australia offers a merit-based scholarship to international students, which includes those studying in fields such as mining.
Remember, university-specific scholarships may depend upon the specific school you're interested in and their policies towards international students. It would be worth researching the financial aid and scholarship pages of specific mining engineering programs you're interested in. Always remember to stay ahead of application deadlines and keep a keen eye on eligibility criteria to ensure the best chances of receiving these financial awards. Good luck on your journey!
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