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Russian State Fellowship Programme 2011 at The Embassy of the Russian 
Federation in Canada

Introduction : The Government of the Russian Federation launches the 
State Fellowship Programme for academic year 2011-2012 for Canadian 
students to conduct undergraduate (baccalaureate or equivalent) and 
graduate (master’s and doctorate) studies or research in Russia. There 
are 3 state fellowships provided for Canadian students. The State 
Fellowship Programme does not include the schools of culture, arts and 
international relations.

Eligibility :
* Applicants must be Canadian citizens by the competition deadline;
* Applicants for undergraduate fellowships should have a high school 
diploma with an average grade point no lower than 80%;
* The period between graduation and the application should not exceed 
three years. It is desirable that applicants be no older than 25. Ph.D. 
programme applicants should have a Master’s degree and should be no 
older than 35;
* Applicants should have no medical counter indications against the 
climate in Russia. General medical testing is required as well as 
testing for AIDS and HIV.

Application Procedures : An applicant’s file should include the 
following documents (English, French or Russian applications are 
acceptable):
* Application form with full notice of chosen major subject (including 
the code) and/or plan of study;
* Official transcripts (sent directly to ICCS from the issuing 
institutions) and copies of diplomas for all secondary and post-
secondary studies;
* Official certified medical reference;
* Official certified reference on testing for AIDS and HIV;
* Official certified copy of birth certificate;
* Copy of the passport for traveling abroad ;
* 8 photos (4 x 6 cm, passport size);
* Applicants for Ph.D. fellowships should attach a list of published 
books and articles (if any) and a short essay on the topic of future 
research (2 printer’s sheets);

Deadline : The application should be submitted to the International 
Council for Canadian Studies (ICCS) and delivered in our office by hand 
or courier before 5:00 p.m. on April 18, 2011.

Selection Procedure : The pre-selection process is carried out by the 
Canadian Scholarship Selection Committee established by the 
International Council for Canadian Studies (ICCS) in coordination with 
the Embassy of the Russian Federation. The final decision on 
applications recommended by the Canadian Scholarship Selection 
Committee as well on host universities is made by the Ministry of 
Education and Science of the Russian Federation. Entry visas for 
students will be provided in accordance with the official list compiled 
by the Ministry.

Tenure : The date of arrival for enrolled students is between September 
1 and 15 for undergraduate programmes, and before November 15 for 
master’s and doctorate programmes. Scholarships can vary from 2 
(doctorate) to 4 (baccalaureate) years. The term of education for 
applicants who doesn’t have a working knowledge of the Russian language 
may be extended for another year.

Value : The Government of the Russian Federation is responsible for the 
following:
* Tuition fees;
* A monthly allowance of 1100 Russian roubles for undergraduate and 
Master’s studies and 1500 Russian roubles for Ph.D.;
* Medical services in accordance with Russian regulations;
* Lodging is provided by the host university in hostels (shared 
accommodation) at a cost not exceeding 50% of the national minimum 
salary.

Application Form : Download Online Application Form Click 
http://www.rusembassy.ca/sites/default/files/Anketa.doc

Contact :
The Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation
Tverskaya street, 11,
Moscow, 125993

Source : http://www.rusembassy.ca/node/50

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