Please read all the guidance notes on this page before applying for a Prospect Burma Online Scholarship.
Timing
Scholarship applications open on 1 April and close on 31 May each year. Announcements regarding the application process will be made on Prospect Burma’s Facebook page and website.
To ensure fairness, all applications must be submitted using the designated application form. Applications received after 31 May or submitted outside of the official application form will not be accepted.
Scholarship conditions
- The scholarship is awarded for a period of one year, and students are required to reapply each year, ensuring that they meet the minimum criteria for renewal. This includes maintaining a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.00 or above, completing mandatory surveys, and submitting required reports.
- In the event that recipients misuse the funds, drop out of their studies, or fail to comply with the conditions set forth by Prospect Burma, the organisation reserves the right to reclaim the funds that have been awarded.
- Failure to meet the conditions of the scholarship could also result in the termination of the scholarship, and the recipient may be blacklisted, preventing them from applying for future scholarships through Prospect Burma.
- Changing universities or academic programmes is strictly prohibited, unless there are exceptional circumstances that warrant an exception, which must be discussed and approved by Prospect Burma in advance.
- The maximum duration of the scholarship is as follows:
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- Master’s degree: 3 years.
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- Undergraduate degree: 5 years.
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- Certificate & diploma: duration varies.
- While students may request to defer their studies for one year or seek an extension, they must first consult with Prospect Burma to ensure that such decisions are aligned with the scholarship’s terms and conditions.
- Students are permitted to apply for other scholarships simultaneously, however they must fully disclose such applications to Prospect Burma to maintain transparency and ensure compliance with the scholarship’s policies.
Scholarship support package
Prospect Burma offers a comprehensive scholarship package, which includes:
- Full tuition support for eligible courses at partner universities. In cases where students are enrolled in programmes at universities outside our partner network, partial scholarships may be awarded.
- Allowances to cover internet data, study materials, and a contribution towards the purchase of a laptop, if required.
- Students are paired with a dedicated mentor who provides guidance throughout their studies.
- Students also have access to mental health services, including counselling.
- For postgraduate students, a research allowance may be provided if the programme requires it. This is assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Please note, the scholarship does not cover expenses beyond those listed above. Ineligible expenses currently include food and accommodation, travel costs, English language exam fees, university application fees.
Where and what can you study?
The Prospect Burma Online Scholarship supports only fully online degree programmes. This means students can study from anywhere without the need to relocate. The scholarship does not provide support for relocation or living expenses abroad. If students wish to study in person at an international university, they must apply for the Prospect Burma In-Person Scholarship instead.
A Prospect Burma online scholarship can support studies in any Diploma, Bachelor’s, Graduate Certificate, or Master’s degree programme at an accredited international university, provided the course is fully online. PhD programmes are not currently supported.
Prospect Burma works with a number of universities to support online learning. Many of these partners provide partial fee waivers. This information may help you in your decision about what and where to study.
We do not choose or select a university or course for you and will not offer advice. We will, however, provide guidance in our information sessions to help you in this process. Applicants must clearly demonstrate how their chosen field of study will contribute to Myanmar’s development and social progress.
We prefer that you have already applied to and been accepted at your chosen university and provide evidence for this in the scholarship application process. If you have not yet been able to gain admittance, please explain this in your scholarship application. See the application form requirements for more details.
What else to consider when choosing online university programme?
- University credibility: Verify the legitimacy of your chosen university.
- Programme details: Admission requirements, application date, fees, study duration, and mode of study (e.g. self-paced or online lectures).
- English requirements: Check the university’s language requirements on their website and ensure you meet them.
- Tuition fee waivers: Some universities offer reduced fees for Myanmar students – contact the university to confirm.
- Scholarship opportunities: Some universities partner with non-profits, offering more affordable tuition.
- Internet access: Ensure you have reliable internet.
- Time commitment: Be realistic about how long you can dedicate to your studies.
- Work-life balance: Plan how to balance studying with other responsibilities.