Founder’s Scholarship UG Stduents

Awarded By: ECPI University in USA
Updated on May 3, 2024
Rekha Madi
Rekha Madi
University Research Analyst
Course: Bachelors
Deadline: May 3, 2024
Amount: USD 5,000
Countries:
United States of AmericaUSA

Scholarship Overview

Over 50 years ago, Mr. Alfred Dreyfus immigrated to the USA and founded ECPI University. His goal was to provide educational opportunities to students who wished to advance in their careers; regardless of their financial, physical or social standing. The Founder’s Scholarship was created in honor of Mr. Dreyfus, and is available to those deserving students who require additional financial support.

Applicable course, university, and country

  • Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology
  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Science Major in Cyber and Network Security – Cybersecurity Track
  • Bachelor of Science Computer and Information Science Major in Software Development – Web Design and Development
  • Bachelor of Science Computer and Information Science Major in Software Development – Mobile Development Track
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Science Major in Cyber and Network Security – Cloud Computing Track
  • Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology – Mechatronics
  • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – IT Management
  • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a Concentration in Business Management
  • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – Accounting

Scholarship amount details

The scholarship amount is $5,000 per academic year.
Conversion rate used: 1 USD = Rs. 83.20 (last updated 7th December 2023).
Scholarship amount will be given: Yearly

Scholarship amount can be used for:

Type of Expense Indicates if the scholarship can be used for this type of expense
Tuition & Fees ✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this
Living Expense × Not covered in scholarship
Accommodation × Not covered in scholarship
Air Fare/Travel Expenses × Not covered in scholarship
Spouse/Child Care × Not covered in scholarship
Health Cover × Not covered in scholarship
Application × Not covered in scholarship
Others × Not covered in scholarship

Number of students to be awarded:
Varies
Additional Information:
The Founders Scholarships is highly selective and therefore limited scholarships will be available each academic year.

Eligible student nationality

India, United Kingdom, Australia, Singapore, New Zealand, Canada, Germany, Malaysia, Sweden, France, Switzerland, Netherlands, Denmark, Spain, Russia, United Arab Emirates, Ireland, Italy, Poland, Portugal, Norway, Japan, Thailand, Belgium, Armenia, Fiji, China, South Korea, Greece, Mauritius, Estonia, Luxembourg, United Kingdomraine, South Africa, Hungary, Austria, Slovenia, Philippines, Cyprus, Bangladesh, Lithuania, Monaco, Nepal, Georgia, Hong Kong, Turkey, Malta, Bahrain, Barbados, Guyana, Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, American Samoa, Andorra, Angola, Anguilla, Antarctica, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Aruba, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Belarus, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, British Indian Ocean Territory, British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Cayman Islands, Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, Christmas Island, Cocos Islands, Colombia, Comoros, Cook Islands, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cuba, Curacao, Czech Republic, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, East Timor, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Falkland Islands, Faroe Islands, Finland, French Polynesia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Gibraltar, Greenland, Grenada, Guam, Guatemala, Guernsey, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Honduras, Iceland, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Isle of Man, Israel, Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Jersey, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kosovo, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Latvia, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Liechtenstein, Macao, Macedonia, Madagascar, Malawi, Maldives, Mali, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Mayotte, Mexico, Micronesia, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Montserrat, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nauru, Netherlands Antilles, New Caledonia, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Niue, North Korea, Northern Mariana Islands, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Palestine, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Pitcairn, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Republic of the Congo, Reunion, Romania, Rwanda, Saint Barthelemy, Saint Helena, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Martin, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Sint Maarten, Slovakia, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Suriname, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, Swaziland, Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Togo, Tokelau, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Turks and Caicos Islands, Tuvalu, U.S. Virgin Islands, Uganda, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vatican, Venezuela, Vietnam, Wallis and Futuna, Western Sahara, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Appication Process for this scholarship

  • Documents required:
    • Official transcripts
    • Submit 3 personal references with name, address, phone number, and relationship
    • Affidavit of Financial Support Packet including Bank Statement and Bank Certificate showing balance and US dollar equivalency
    • Proof of Health Insurance
    • Copy of the applicant’s passport (picture and all information pages)
  • Scholarship specific documents:
    • The applicant must submit evidence of their financial status, disability, or social status
    • Submit a one-page essay on why they would be a good candidate to receive the Founder’s Scholarship
  • Specific deadline is not mentioned
  • Due to the high value of the Founders Scholarship, students who apply and qualify are excluded from receiving most of the scholarships available from ECPI University
  • The only scholarships that may stack with the Founder’s Scholarship are the Refer a Friend Scholarship, and the International Student Diversity Scholarship

Scholarship Application:
Students will be auto-considered for this scholarship when they apply for the courses on which this scholarship is applicable.
No separate application is needed.

Application Documents:

Type of Document Indicates if this type of document is required to be submitted
Transcripts Required
Essay Required
Financial/Tax Documents Required
LOR Required

 

Important Dates & FAQ info:

Info Date
Application Deadline Not Available
Contact Email: Not Available
FAQ Link: https://wwwecpiedu/international/international-student-faqs
Phone Number: 7576634538

 

Additional Information:
Due to the high value of the Founders Scholarship, students who apply and qualify are excluded from receiving most of the scholarships available from ECPI University.
The only scholarships that may stack with the Founder’s Scholarship are the Refer a Fried Scholarship, and the International Student Diversity Scholarship.

Scholarship Eligibility

  • Applicants must have passed 12th and have studied English and Mathematics
  • English Language Proficiency waiver:
    • If the medium of instruction of high school was English, submit a copy of high school diploma or transcripts which should state the medium of instruction
  • English Language Requirements:
    • TOEFL- 61
    • IETLS- 60
    • PTE- 48

Special Restrictions:
No Special Restriction applicable

Exams Details:

Exam Name Indicates if Exam is Required Cutoff (if any)
TOEFL Required Minimum score 61
IELTS Required Minimum score 6
PTE Required Minimum score 48
12 Required No minimum score specified
Interview Required Not Applicable

iSchoolConnect Rating

4
The rating is done considering various factors

Frequently Asked Questions

The frequently asked questions about the scholarship are:

Who can apply for the Scholarship?
The scholarship is applicable to students from various countries.

What is the minimum Qualification Required?
The students must have completed their secondary education from a recognized institution.

What is the procedure for applying?
Students will be auto considered for the scholarship. No separate application is required.

What are the documents required for filling the forms?
Official transcripts, LOR, Essays Required, Financial/Tax Documents.

What is the duration of the Scholarship?
Yearly