GSEP 2023 Masters Scholarship for Developing Countries

Published: 03 Mar 2023 1,661 views

The Education for Sustainable Energy Development (ESED) scholarship program inspires the next generation of innovators and thinkers to create a sustainable future. Our scholars are exceptional students from developing countries studying in sustainable energy development. Today, the need for globally-oriented practitioners and researchers is growing rapidly. Our one-of-a-kind scholarship program fosters the next generation of energy, climate, and electricity sector specialists who will be prepared to tackle the challenges of the future.

GSEP Masters Scholarship

Benefits of GSEP Masters Scholarship

• Up to $10,000 US per year (max. two years)

Requirements for GSEP Masters Scholarship

• Are citizens of a developing country appearing on the OECD's list of development assistance recipients
• Have been admitted to a master’s-level program in a field related to sustainable energy development
• Are outstanding students with grades in the top 20% of their class and a history of community involvement
• Are committed to contributing to their home country’s sustainable energy development after their studies

Application Documents

• Passport (photo page only) or birth certificate demonstrating citizenship of a developing country
• Curriculum vitae detailing your education, work experience (if applicable), awards, and participation in volunteer and/or extracurricular activities
• Admission letter from your university program of choice. Please note that each applicant can only submit the admission letter from their top choice of university program.
  • If this application is for the second year of a two-year program, please include proof of enrollment, as well as a copy of the official letter of admission. These should be uploaded together in a single document.
• A course outline of your intended master’s program (PDF file or link)
• All previous university transcripts
  • If this application is for the second year of a two-year master’s program, please include your transcript for your first year.
• Two reference letters or forms:
  • At least one of the references must be from an Academic referee. An academic referee must be a faculty member or professor at your current or previous university who knows your academic abilities. You need to provide a completed copy of the Academic Reference Form. The form must be completed in English and signed by the referee.
  • The second referee may either be another Academic referree (as detailed above) or a personal referee. A personal referee should be a person (e.g. employer, supervisor, mentor, coach) who can discuss other personal qualities or interests that make you specially qualified to receive the scholarship. This referee cannot be a family member. Should you go with the Personal referee, the reference letter must be on official letterhead, written in English, and must be dated and signed by the referee. Please make sure that the referee includes your full name in their letter.

Application Deadline

How to Apply