FINLAND SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION Spring 2016
This scholarship is awarded annually to UW-Madison student(s) (US citizens) to study at one of
the three Universities in Finland (Aalto, Hanken or Helsinki University). Studying in Finland at
any of the three universities is a one-of-a-kind, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Classes at the
universities range from Finnish language to International relations, etc. A fair amount of classes
are taught in English. The scholarship will be given as a flat amount to assist with tuition, room,
board, and travel expenses throughout Scandinavia. It is the scholarship recipient’s
responsibility to manage the funds provided accordingly.
For more information about the University options, please visit:
Aalto University:
http://www.aalto.fi/en/
Hanken University: http://www.hanken.fi/public/?language=en
Helsinki University: http://www.helsinki.fi/university/
This scholarship, like all Viking scholarships, includes travel within Scandinavia, with a standing
invitation to visit BVO members and their families throughout the region. Travel is pre-arranged
and a requirement of the scholarship experience. Scholars are encouraged to pursue the
advantages of the BVO network including learning more about individual interests in careers
and hobbies through meeting other BVO members. In addition, scholars are expected to attend
the annual BVO convention the following August after their scholarship experience.
Important notes:
 Commitment requires scholar availability from January-May (2016) and a weekend in
August (2016)
 All UW majors and standings are welcome to apply (undergraduate & graduate students)
 Scholars must be US citizens.
 Scholars must be returning to Madison the following fall semester for study or
employment.
 Scholars should assume responsibility for additional study abroad expenses
(entertainment, etc.). Please note that the cost of living in Scandinavia is significantly
higher than in the US.
Applicant Instructions
 Complete the scholarship application thoroughly. Respect the word limits and do not
change the formatting of this document. All text should be typed in Arial 12 point font.
 Save your document with the file name firstnamelastname.doc (or docx) and email it to:
VikingScholarships@gmail.com with subject “Finland 2016 Application” as well as three
paper copies sent to “Scholarship Coordinator, 409 W. Gorham, APT #602, Madison,
Wisconsin 53703” (Use a large manila envelope-do not fold applications).
 Applications must be emailed by midnight on Friday, March 20th, 2015 and the three
paper copies must be postmarked or delivered no later than March 21st, 2015. You can
hand deliver them to the above address. Late applications will not be accepted.
 Applicants will be notified via email when their applications are received. Applicants who
are selected will be notified by midnight Sunday March 22nd for an interview. They must
be available in person on Saturday, April 11th, 2015 and Saturday, April 25th, 2015. Not
all applicants will be invited to the second interview.
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Scholarship winner(s) will be invited to a dinner in their honor that same evening of the
second interview on Saturday, April 25th, 2015.
Any questions about the scholarship or the application should be directed to
VikingScholarships@gmail.com with subject “Finland 2016”
Summary of Timeline
 March 20th —applications due (print and electronic versions)
 March 22nd —all applicants are notified via email of his/her interview status
 April 11th —first interview for selected applicants
 April 25th—second interview for selected applicants
 April 25th (evening)—formal selection dinner for scholarship winner(s)
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION: Helsinki, Finland 2016
1. Full Name:
(Last)
(First)
(Middle Initial)
2. Contact Information:
Campus
(Street or Dorm)
(Phone Number)
(City, State, Zip)
(Email Address)
(Street)
(Phone Number)
(City, State, Zip)
(Email Address)
Permanent
3. Date of Birth:
(MM/DD/YEAR)
Age at date of application:
4. Are you a U.S. Citizen? (Yes or No)
*You must be a U.S. citizen to apply
5. Universities attended and degrees earned/in progress:
6. Major at UW-Madison:
7. Degree currently pursuing (e.g. BS):
Numeric year in school (e.g. First, second):
Classification (Junior, senior):
8. Cumulative GPA:
Grade point last semester:
9. Have you applied for a Viking scholarship before? If yes, please provide
details (when, which one, and how far you proceeded in the interview
process).
10. List up to five recent (the past three years) extra-curricular activities, work
experience, awards, hobbies and interests that you think tell the scholarship
committee the most about you. (50 words or less)
11. Describe yourself in a short paragraph. (75 words or less)
12. Write a concise paragraph explaining the following: why you would like to
receive this particular scholarship, how it would benefit you, and why you would
be a good choice. (100 words or less)
13. As a recipient of this scholarship, you would attend either Aalto University,
the Swedish School of Economics (Hanken), or the University of Helsinki.
Examine the websites for these schools before you answer the question below.
http://www.aalto.fi/en/
http://www.hanken.fi/public/?language=en
http://www.helsinki.fi/university/
14. What courses would you like to take if selected for a Viking scholarship? (Be
specific) (50 words or less)
15. What is your interest in studying abroad in Scandinavia? How will studying in
Scandinavia advance your career/life plan? (100 words or less)
16. What travel experiences and/or study abroad experiences have you had
before? (75 words or less)
17. As part of the Viking scholarship experience, you would take extended travels
with your scholarship partner. What characteristics/personality traits would you
appreciate in a study abroad travel partner and why? (100 words or less)
18. How did you hear about the Brittingham Viking Scholarship Program? Be
specific. (25 words or less)