ROBERT T JONES MEMORIAL TRUST SCHOLARSHIPS

The selection process comprises of an application form which must be submitted by the advertised deadline with accompanying references. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a panel interview early in Semester

1. Depending on applicant numbers, a second interview may be held. During the selection process you will be assessed using the following criteria: academic record verbal and written skills record of leadership in the life of the St Andrews community and the broader community ability to be an ambassador for the Robert T Jones Scholarship and the University of St Andrews interpersonal and presentational skills course of study and scholarly interests that can be pursued at Emory. Bobby Jones was an all-rounder and the selectors will be keen to know how else you have spent your time whilst at the University of St Andrews. Golfing ability is not a necessary criterion though an active interest in the game is a consideration, for instance, because the Scholars have previously had the privilege of attending the Masters Tournament at Augusta. On such occasions, the Scholars have an ambassadorial role, for which reasonable experience of public speaking is also advantageous. Course selection Scholars can choose a non degree seeking route or a small number one year masters programmes. Non degree seeking You will be required to maintain full-time academic status, which requires a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester which is generally 4-5 courses (modules). Your J-1 visa status will be jeopardized if you fall below this threshold. You are free to select any courses for which they are qualified. Eligibility and availability are matters for Emory University to decide. Applicants are encouraged to look at the Emory Prospectus to familiarise yourself with the programmes and courses available. Be sure to filter for the correct semester and the Atlanta Campus. Do not select subjects with "Oxford" since that is a different Emory campus location. Masters programmes Sscholars are able to apply for a small number of one year Masters programmes as an alternative to the current non-degree seeking route. The following programmes are available to applicants with the appropriate undergraduate qualifications: Applicants are encouraged to look at the Emory Prospectus to familiarise yourself with the programmes. Masters in Arts in Bioethics – Emory Laney Graduate School Masters in Management – Emory Goizueta Business School Masters in Religion and Public Life – Emory Candler School of Theology