FALIA (The Life Insurance Association of Japan) is now accepting applications from students of any nationality for the Essay Competition. The grant is available for the academic year 2023/2024.
This competition is designed to foster an understanding of life insurance among international students pursuing their undergraduate or graduate program at a Japanese university.
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Amazing opportunity for students in Japan.
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( votes)The Foundation for the Advancement of Life & Insurance Around the World (FALIA) is an organization focused on promoting and enhancing understanding of life insurance globally. Through various initiatives and activities, FALIA aims to elevate awareness about the significance of life insurance and its role in modern society.
Application Deadline: September 6, 2023
Brief Description
- University or Organization: FALIA (The Life Insurance Association of Japan)
- Department: Essay Competition
- Course Level: Undergraduate and Graduate Programs
- Award: Monetary prizes and bookstore gift certificates
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: 10
- Nationality: International students
- The award can be taken in Japan
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: International students from countries or regions recognized by FALIA for contributing to the development of the insurance business.
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: Not specified; open to students from various academic majors
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be international students currently residing and studying in Japan with a status of residence “?? (RYUGAKU)”
- Be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at a Japanese university (??????/DAIGAKU, DAIGAKUIN)
- Belong to countries or regions recognized by FALIA (or inquire directly if not on the list)
- Maintain university enrollment until the awards ceremony in early 2024
- Submit original and unpublished essays on the theme of Perspectives on Life Insurance
- Comply with the word/character limits for the essay
- Follow the provided essay guidelines, including proper acknowledgment of sources and compliance with copyright assignment.
How to Apply
- How to Apply: Applicants need to follow these steps to apply:
- Write an original essay in English or Japanese, adhering to the specified guidelines.
- Include an application form (Word file) along with the essay submission.
- Submit the essay and application form by the submission deadline.
- Supporting Documents: Original essay following the provided guidelines
- Application form (Word file)
- Any additional documentation as required by FALIA
- Admission Requirements: Applicants must be international students currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programs at a Japanese university.
- Language Requirement: Essays must be written in English or Japanese, following the provided guidelines.
Benefits
- 1st Prize: ¥500,000
- 2nd Prize: ¥300,000
- 3rd Prize: ¥100,000 (shared among several essays)
- Effort Award: ¥50,000 (shared among several essays)
- 10 applicants will receive a ¥5,000 bookstore gift certificate each.
- Opportunity to showcase original ideas and diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Potential publication of winning essays on FALIA’s website or other platforms.
- Recognition and exposure within the field of life insurance in Japan.
