Scholarship Categories

• Need-Based Scholarships:

  • Eligibility Criteria:

    • Students facing financial hardships, supported by relevant documentation (e.g., financial statements, salary slips).
    • Students impacted by adverse circumstances, such as economic instability or loss of guardians.

  • Application Requirements:

    • Financial documents demonstrating the need.
    • A personal statement explaining how the scholarship will support your educational goals.

• Merit-Based Scholarships:

  • Eligibility Criteria:

    • Academic Excellence:

      • Outstanding grades or achievements in previous educational qualifications.
      • For BA (Hons) applicants:
        • A combined score of 140 or more in English and Mathematics in the matriculation exam.
        • Achieved A or A+ in at least four subjects in the IGCSE A- Level Exam.

    • Outstanding Achievements:

      • Recognition for mastery in a specific field, such as competitions, publications, or research.
      • Notable contributions to community service or extracurricular activities.
      • Fluency in English or other relevant languages, verified through certifications or evaluations.

  • Application Requirements:

    • Academic transcripts and certifications.
    • Documentation of achievements or awards.
    • Letters of recommendation from educators or professionals.

Scholarship Allocation

• Award Levels:

  • Scholarships will be granted at 25%, 50%, 75%, or 100% of tuition fees based on the applicant's qualifications and performance during the selection process.

• Distribution Across Categories:

  • Both need-based and merit-based applicants are eligible for all scholarship levels.

Selection Process

• Submission:

  • Applicants must submit your applications via email to scholarship@lbu.edu.mm, clearly indicating your scholarship category and the program you are applying for.

• Interview Requirement:

  • All applicants must pass an interview conducted in English. You will deliver a 5-minute speech on one of the following topics chosen randomly:
    • My Future Plan.
    • A Business I Inspire Most.
    • A Business Leader I Inspire Most.

  • Evaluation Criteria:

    • Fluency in English.
    • Critical thinking and communication skills.
    • Alignment of your goals with the scholarship objectives.

• Evaluation Committee:

  • A scholarship committee will review applications, conduct interviews, and make final selections based on eligibility, supporting documents, and interview performance.

Awarding and Notification

• Successful applicants will receive an official notification detailing your scholarship level, terms, and conditions.
• Scholarships will be applied directly to tuition fees and renewed annually based on continued eligibility.

Monitoring and Renewal

• Performance Monitoring:

  • Recipients must maintain satisfactory academic progress and adhere to university policies.

• Participation:

  • Scholarship holders are expected to actively participate in university activities and events.

• Renewal Process:

  • Annual reviews of academic and extracurricular performance will determine scholarship renewal.