Application Guidelines - The Hebrew University of Jerusalem

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
The Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food & Environment
International School of Agricultural Sciences
Application Guidelines for the
Hanqing-Hebrew University Scholarship
2016
Applications are accepted until 1 August 2015
Dear Applicant,
Thank you for your interest in the Hanqing-HU graduate student scholarship program of the
Hebrew University's Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food & Environment. To facilitate
timely process of your application, please precisely follow the instructions below.
Email for enquiries: Ms. Noa Schwarzwald [email protected]
Eligibility
1. Citizens of the People’s Republic of China.
2. Graduates (or expected to graduate by 1 September 2015) holding a BSc degree, or an
equivalent degree, from a recognized institution of higher education.
3. A BSc Grade Point Average (GPA) of 85 or more (on a scale of 1-100).
4. Academic background in the desired field of study.
5. Proficiency in the English language; official TOEFL, IELTS or ECRL scores of at least 100
(internet-based test), 7.5 or C2, respectively, which are the Exemption Levels.
Candidates may be admitted with scores of at least 80 (internet-based test), 6.5 or B2,
respectively, on condition of attaining the Exemption Level by the end of the first
academic year in the program.
Application
Please, scan and email the following documents to: Ms. Noa Schwarzwald
[email protected]
1. A copy of your official undergraduate degree (and higher academic degrees, if
any). If you have not completed your undergraduate degree, request a letter from
your university stating the date you are expected to complete the degree.
2. Your academic transcript. NOTE: Although you may send a copy of your transcript,
an official transcript not handled by the student and sent directly from your
university is required. Your eligibility will NOT be valid without an official transcript.
The transcript must include the grade scale. If you have not yet graduated, send a
transcript of your current grades.
International School of Agricultural Sciences, Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food & Environment, the Hebrew University of
Jerusalem, Herzl Street, POB 12, Rehovot, Israel 7610001; Tel: 972-8-9489511 Fax: 972-8-9470171
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The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
The Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food & Environment
International School of Agricultural Sciences
Request your university to mail an official transcript directly to:
The Hanqing-HU Scholarship Program
Division of International Studies
International School for Agricultural Sciences
Attention: Ms. Noa Schwarzwald
R.H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food & Environment
The Hebrew University
237 Herzl Street
Rehovot 7610001
Israel
Please note:
 Do not send any secondary school (high school) records. They will not be
considered.
 In the 'subject' of all emails, please write "Hanqing-HU Program" and your
name.
 Title all documents with your name and type of document. For example:
YourName_bsc; YourName_transcript1; YourName_transcript2, etc.
Documents not properly titled might be lost!
3. The completed application forms. The forms are found here. Each document MUST
be titled with your full name and type of document. For example: Your Name –
Application; Your Name – CV, etc.
a. Program Application form
b. Proof of English proficiency (see item 5 in 'Eligibility' above)
c. Curriculum Vitae (CV) – Should not exceed three pages.
NOTE: only the first three pages will be considered.
d. Assessment forms/recommendation letters.
Three assessments are required. At least one of them must be written by an
academic assessor. The assessment must be mailed in a sealed envelope
directly by the assessor to our postal address OR emailed directly by the
assessor from his/her university or organization address to our email address.
Assessments received from the student will not be considered.
Please note:
 An incomplete application will delay its processing and may have a negative
impact on your assessment.
 We will notify applicants of the Academic Committee's decision within approx.
two months. Please do not inquire about the status of your application.
International School of Agricultural Sciences, Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food & Environment, the Hebrew University of
Jerusalem, Herzl Street, POB 12, Rehovot, Israel 7610001; Tel: 972-8-9489511 Fax: 972-8-9470171
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The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
The Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food & Environment
International School of Agricultural Sciences
4. Proof of payment of US$80 application fee. Payment of the application fee is
mandatory.
Payments may be made in USD ($) in one of the following methods:
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Bank check: Made out to: "The Hebrew University of Jerusalem (Faculty of
Agriculture)", with an accompanying letter clearly indicating the date, sum and
purpose of payment, including the applicant‘s name and program name
("Hanqing-HU Scholarships"). The check should be sent to the address that
appears on page 2.
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Credit card: A signed letter to the Division for International Studies from the
card owner clearly indicating the date, sum, card type and number, date of
expiry of the card and purpose of payment, including the applicant‘s name and
name of program. The letter may be scanned and emailed or sent by post.
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Bank transfer to:
Account name: Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Bank name: Bank HaPoalim
Bank Address: Hamarpe 1, Jerusalem
Business Branch No: 436
Account number: 506076
IBAN: IL650124360000000506076
Swift code: POALILIT JLM
Please write on the transfer form:
Att.: Faculty of Agriculture, Food & Environment, Division for International
Studies, Budget 046-4704
NOTE: A clear copy of the bank transfer form must be scanned and emailed to
[email protected] or faxed to the Division for International Studies at
+972-8-9470171. The transfer form must clearly indicate the date, sum and
purpose of payment including the applicant‘s name and name of program.
Please note:
Candidates must have a thesis advisor in order to be admitted to graduate studies at the
Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food & Environment of the Hebrew University of
Jerusalem in Rehovot. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you study well in advance the
research activities conducted at the various schools, institutes, departments and research
centers of the Faculty of Agriculture. Please visit the links to academic units on our
website at: http://www.agri.huji.ac.il/english/academicunits.html.
International School of Agricultural Sciences, Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food & Environment, the Hebrew University of
Jerusalem, Herzl Street, POB 12, Rehovot, Israel 7610001; Tel: 972-8-9489511 Fax: 972-8-9470171
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The Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food & Environment
International School of Agricultural Sciences
Upon acceptance to the program
All applicants will be notified regarding acceptance or non-acceptance to the program. If
you are notified that you have been accepted to the program, congratulations!
Please follow these steps:
1. Email a digital photograph of yourself.
2. Send the following hardcopies by post. The forms are found here.
Medical Statement filled out by the applicant
b. Medical Certificate filled out by a physician
3. Three (3) passport photos (hardcopies)
a.
About Visas
A student visa is required for the duration of the program. If you are notified that you have
been accepted to the program, you will need to apply for a student visa through the
Embassy of Israel in China http://embassies.gov.il/beijing/Pages/default.aspx
The visa application form is also available here.
Timeline
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Last date for receiving applications –
1 August 2015
Beginning of program
– 21 February 2016
Thesis Advisor
Upon receiving the acceptance letter, candidates should email to ISA the names of 2-3
potential advisors in respective fields of interest. ISA will examine various possibilities and
facilitate direct contact between candidates and respective advisors. Please note that
advisors will consider mentoring candidates based on their academic record, scientific
background, and the need to supplement courses missing in their undergraduate records.
We at ISA will be happy to assist you in securing a suitable thesis advisor.
Wishing you every success!
International School of Agricultural Sciences, Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food & Environment, the Hebrew University of
Jerusalem, Herzl Street, POB 12, Rehovot, Israel 7610001; Tel: 972-8-9489511 Fax: 972-8-9470171
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