IPCC Scholarship Programme COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY - SIPA Admissions Blog

IPCC Scholarship Programme COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY - SIPA Admissions Blog Our office was recently notified of a scholarship opportunity for applicants from developing countries.   The deadline is July 31st so the time line is a bit tight, however if after reading the information below you are interested this sounds like a great opportunity.   The following comes from the IPCC Web site. ___________________________ The IPCC Scholarship Programme is targeting the most vulnerable regions of the world where the IPCC has identified gaps in knowledge in terms of climate change science and impacts. These comprise developing countries, and in particular Least Developed Countries and Small Island Developing States. Therefore applications coming from scholars from these areas and addressing issues relevant to them will be given priority. The Scholarship provides for living expenses, and in some cases, for tuition fees as well. The Programme aims at developing the knowledge, skills and capacity of the scholars in order to address climate change impacts and sustainable development. Priorities include research on the impacts of climate change in the most vulnerable regions of the world and the potential for adaptation, mitigation and sustainable development. For this initial round of scholarships, applicants should complete the attached application file which comprises the application form and the corresponding attachments by July 31, 2010 at the latest. For more information and to apply visit the IPCC Web site.