Our World Underwater Scholarships for Graduate Students

Our World-Underwater Convention set up its first grant in 1974, and today, the organization offers three Rolex Scholarships with a combination of several internships and other instructive freedoms. As of now, there are three Scholarships: North America, Europe, and Australasia. Every Scholarship gives an active prologue to underwater and other oceanic-related disciplines for a youngster thinking about a profession in an underwater-related discipline. One scholar is chosen from every one of the three regions, and every scholar goes through around one year working next to each other with current pioneers in underwater-related fields. The scholarships are fundamentally supported by donations from Rolex Watch USA and Rolex-Geneva. The Society and its other instructive projects are also supported by liberal corporate and organizational partners and individuals

The first measure of the grant was original $5,000, and it has been brought up in increases throughout the years. The most extreme money sum for the North American Scholarship is $25,000; for the European Scholarship, the sum is £20,000; and for the Australasian Scholarship, Aus $30,000. Our World-Underwater Scholarship Society reserves are utilized for transportation and everyday costs. As for eligibility, at least the age of 21 and the most extreme age of 26 at the hour of the application cutoff time is necessary. Citizenship in the following areas, North America, Europe, and Australasia. More information concerning eligibility is discussed below.

Starting around 1974, the Our World-Underwater Scholarship Society has given firsthand encounters in underwater or ocean-related disciplines to youngsters thinking about professions in the underwater world. It provides several opportunities to the youth who are looking forward to a build a career in this field.

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Brief Description

Below we have a brief description of the following scholarship:

Organization	Our World-Underwater Scholarship Society
Education Level	Graduate
Subjects	All
Amount	Varies
Access Mode	Online
Number of Awards	Varies
City	Any
Nationality	Domestic and international
Country	USA
Contest Deadline	January 15, 2022
Application Fees	$50
Requirements	Varies

Who is Eligible?

Check out the given requirements of this program:

Minimum age of 21 and maximum age of 26 at the time of the application deadline (15 January 2022 for all regions)
Citizenship for the relevant Rolex Scholarship region (North America, Europe, and Australasia)
An applicant has not yet earned a graduate degree (i.e. Masters, Doctorate, or similar) by April 1st of the scholarship year and has not yet chosen a clearly defined career path
High academic standing
Fluency in English
Certification as a Rescue Diver or equivalent with a minimum of 25 dives logged in the past two years
Evidence of adequate health insurance for the duration of the scholarship year
Submission of a completed diving medical examination form (which is found in the application)
If you are chosen as a scholar, you will be required to pass an NOAA or equivalent physical.

How to Apply?

The qualified applicants are expected to complete the application form accessed by clicking here. The below-mentioned statements and supporting documents must also be submitted along with your application. To access the form, you will have to log in with your account on the portal. If you don’t have an account yet, create one and proceed with your application.

Supporting Documents

Following documents need to be attached with your application form:

Copy of dive scuba diving certification card(s)
Copy of dive logs for the last six months. If you have fewer than 25 dives in the last six months, extend the period of your dive logs sufficient to include your 25 most recent dives.
Completed medical form signed by a licensed physician: Click ‘Here‘ for North America and Europe. Click ‘Here‘ for Australasia.
Four letters of recommendation:
Two letters of recommendation from teachers or professors from whom you have taken classes and can comment on your academic background and accomplishments. Two letters of recommendation from persons in your community who can comment on your character, leadership potential, and communication skills.
Our World-Underwater Scholarship Society® can only accept recommendation letters directly from the referees. As a result, please request the four referees to email letters of recommendation directly to references@owuscholarship.org, clearly labelled “Applicant last name, first name – region – scholarship – year.
Statement from certifying agency (or school) or most recent scuba instructor regarding diving proficiency
Current resume including any extracurricular activities
Copy of official transcript or unofficial transcript. Finalists will be required to physically mail an official transcript to the appropriate regional office.
Statements (maximum two pages, double-spaced):
1) Describe how your background, life experiences, motivations, and life/career objectives position you to become a leader in the underwater world.
2) What goals do you have for the scholarship year, and how will achieving these help you create a positive impact beyond the scholarship?

Benefits

The original amount of the scholarship was $5,000, and it has been raised in increments over the years. Now, the maximum cash amount for the North American Scholarship is $25,000; for the European Scholarship, the amount is £20,000; and for the Australasian Scholarship Aus $30,000. Our World-Underwater Scholarship Society® funds are used for transportation and living expenses. Scholars must submit a complete accounting for expenditures.

Application Deadline

Applicants are required to submit their entries on or before January 15, 2022, the deadline. Meeting the deadline is critical as submissions made after the deadline will not be accepted.