CCRIF SPC-UWI Undergraduate

Deadline: 

June 2, 2019

Number of Awards: 

Four (4)

Value: 

US$4,000

Maximum Tenure: 

Two (2) years

Eligibility: 

Available to CARICOM Nationals who:

• are registered students  in the Faculty of Science & Technology majoring in Geography or Geology OR;
• are registered in the Faculty of Humanities & Education majoring in Geography OR;
• are registered in the Faculty of Engineering majoring in Civil Engineering; 
• will be entering Level 2 of the B.Sc. degree programme.

Criteria: 

The award will be based on:

• High academic performance (at least a GPA of 3.0)

Method of Selection: 

Short-listed candidates will be selected by a panel comprising personnel from the  UWI with recommendations made in selecting the final candidates.

Please Note: 

Students who have withdrawn from the programme without good reason and the approval of the Academic Director, or who fail to complete the programme, will be required to repay the award.

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Applicants should submit a SEPARATE application form when applying for this scholarship.

AFUWI Scholarships

Number of Awards: 

To be decided by Donor

Value: 

Between US$ 2,000-5000

Maximum Tenure: 

One (1) year

Eligibility: 

The award is available to students registered in the Undergraduate Degree programme and:

• Nationals of CARICOM countries;
• Are registered in either the Faculty of Medical Sciences, Science and Technology, Humanities & Education or the Faculty of Social Sciences.
• Are entering Level 2 or 3 of their programme of study in the Faculties of Humanities & Education, Science and Technology, Social Sciences;or Level 4 or 5 in the case of Medical Sciences students.

Criteria: 

The award will be based on:

• Academic performance based on results of the previous academic year University examinations (at least a GPA of 3.0);
• Demonstrable leadership qualities;
• Involvement in co-curricular and/or community-related activities.

Method of Selection: 

Selection will be done by UWI officials in accordance with the established practice.

Please Note: 

Applicants applying for more than one award should submit a SEPARATE application form when applying for this scholarship.

Insurance Association of the Caribbean Scholarship

DEADLINE August 31, 2019


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The Insurance Association of the Caribbean, Inc., Annual Insurance Scholarship For Studies in Insurance, Actuarial Science or Risk Management

The Insurance Association of the Caribbean (IAC) Inc. is a non-profit organisation dedicated to the promotion and growth of the Caribbean Insurance Industry. Its membership is diverse with a large contingent of registered affiliates located throughout the Caribbean, Canada, Europe and the United States that specialise in every field of insurance. The Insurance Association of the Caribbean (IAC) was the “brainchild” of a small group of visionaries (industry leaders from Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, Guyana and Barbados) who wanted to prepare the indigenous insurance industry for the future challenges of the remaining century. 

In an effort to encourage tertiary level students to study and pursue careers in insurance, risk management and actuarial science, The Insurance Association of the Caribbean, Inc. is pleased to announce The Insurance Association of the Caribbean Inc. Annual Insurance Scholarship. 

It is our hope that by offering scholarship opportunities, young scholars would be encouraged to take insurance, actuarial science and risk management courses, while receiving the financial support they need to complete their degrees. 

The Scholarship: 

• US$2000 to go toward tuition fees 
• A six-week summer internship at an IAC Member Company

 Application Requirements: 

• A Caribbean National 
• A graduate or an undergraduate student at one of the three University of the West Indies (UWI) campuses 
• Good academic standing 
• A major in insurance, risk management or actuarial science or an interest in pursuing a career in an insurance related field 
• A completed scholarship application form 
• A copy of current transcript information 
• A 750 - 1000 word essay outlining how you were inspired to pursue a career in the insurance industry and your career objectives following graduation 
• A letter of recommendation 

Application Deadline: August 31, 2019 

Further details may be obtained from the IAC Secretariat at: 
Telephone: 1-246-427-5608/9 or Email: info@iac-caribbean.com 

Toptal Scholarships for Women: 

Empowering Future Female Leaders to Change the World

Toptal^® is awarding $10,000 and year of mentorship to five future female leaders who want to change the world.

APPLY NOW

How We’re Supporting Future Female Leaders

We’re committed to empowering the next generation of female CEOs, founders, and world leaders who want to change the world. We’d like to give you what you need to get there.

 $10,000 Scholarship

Meaningful support, so you can focus on developing yourself as a future leader.

The UWI Regional Endowment Fund Scholarships and Bursaries

The UWI Endowment Fund Scholarships and Bursaries is one of the ways that The University of the West Indies (The UWI) seeks to attract all-round high achievers among the region’s high school students, community and state college graduates and current UWI students.  These scholarships and bursaries are available for study pursuing an undergraduate programme at any of the three physical campuses: Cave Hill, Mona or St Augustine.

Who should apply?

You should, if you:

• Are a citizen of one of The UWI contributing countries below (proof of citizenship will be required)
  Anguilla
  Antigua & Barbuda
  Bahamas
  Barbados
  Belize
  Bermuda
  British Virgin Islands
  Cayman Islands
  Dominica
  Grenada
  Jamaica
  Montserrat
  St. Kitts & Nevis
  St. Lucia
  St. Vincent & the Grenadines
  Trinidad & Tobago
  Turks & Caicos
  
  
• Are a first time applicant to an undergraduate degree programme offered at the Cave Hill, Mona or St. Augustine campuses OR a current undergraduate student at The UWI Cave Hill, Mona or St Augustine campuses with a minimum cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.0
• Have a financial need
• Are involved in co-curricular activities
• Are a person of good character and possesses strong leadership qualities

Note: Applicants must not be holders of an undergraduate degree from any university or registered graduate students at The UWI.

How do I Apply? Apply Now

Step 1: Complete the online application form.

Step 2: Submit supporting documents to the address below with the subject line:

‘The UWI Regional Endowment Scholarships and Bursaries’.

Supporting documents:

• Evidence of leadership positions at school, university and/or within the wider community; community involvement; and co-curricular activities (more than one form may be completed)
• Two (2) letters of Affidavit – one of which must come from an academic referee attesting to the applicant’s academic ability and potential, character and need; while the other should demonstrate leadership qualities. (Referees must have known the applicant for at least two years; all referees must affix the official stamp of their office/department/organization)
• Proof of citizenship of one of The UWI contributing countries

NOTE: It is the responsibility of the applicants to ensure that their supporting documents are submitted to the Office of the Board for Undergraduate Studies by the deadline stated above.

Supporting documents MUST be sent/delivered in a clearly marked envelope to:

The UWI Endowment Fund Scholarships and Bursaries

The Office of the Board for Undergraduate Studies

The University of the West Indies

Regional Headquarters

Mona

Kingston 7

Jamaica, W.I.

The COMPLETED online application form and ALL supporting documents MUST be submitted by the deadline stated above. ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.

Need assistance or more information?

Contact:

The Office of the Board for Undergraduate Studies
The University of the West Indies 
The Regional Headquarters
Hermitage Road, Mona, Kingston 7

Email: rhqobus@uwimona.edu.jm
Telephone: (876) 977-7916 or (876) 970-0244

Mona Baptist Church Douglas Samuels Memorial Scholarship

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Conceived by Mona Baptist Church, and fueled by the hard work of Mrs. Lilly Samuels, Douglas' widow, this scholarship, and the bursaries it has spawned, serve to memorialise his life. The scholarship is for students entering their final year of study, and specialising in Art or Education. This year, the scholarship is in the amount of $150,000. It is open to Jamaican students in local institutions (see wall). Bursaries are for students at the Mona Baptist Church. (More bursary info to come).

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Jamaica Flour Mills Scholarships

DEADLINE April 30, 2019

Applications are invited for scholarships and grants offered by the JAMAICA FLOUR MILLS FOUNDATION to pursue full-time studies as outlined below:

THE JFM FOUNDATION GENERAL SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS
The JFM Foundation General Scholarships & Grants are geared towards students intent on or pursuing fulltime studies at any of the following tertiary institutions: 

• University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona & St. Augustine campuses 
• University of Technology, Jamaica (UTECH) 
• Northern Caribbean University (NCU) REQUIREMENTS: 
• Six (6) or more CSEC General Proficiency subjects at Grades I or II, including English Language and Mathematics 
• Three (3) 2-Unit CAPE subjects at Grades I or II 
• Between ages 17 - 35 years of age 
• Jamaican citizen 
• Current university students should have a minimum GPA of 3.0

JFM FOUNDATION COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS

 

The JFM Foundation Community Scholarships & Grants are open to students residing within the communities surrounding our plant located in Eastern Kingston. Awards are for full time studies at any of the following tertiary institutions:

• University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona & St. Augustine campuses 
• University of Technology, Jamaica (UTECH) 
• Northern Caribbean University (NCU)  Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) 
• Mico University College 
• Edna Manley College for the Visual & Performing Arts

REQUIREMENTS:

•  Currently residing in a Kingston 2 community for a minimum of 5 years 
• Six (6) or more CSEC General Proficiency subjects at Grades I or II, including English Language and Mathematics 
• Three (3) 2-Unit CAPE subjects at Grades I or II 
• Between 17 - 35 years of age
• Jamaican citizen 
• Current university students should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 

JFM BAKING & PASTRY ARTS SCHOLARSHIP

The JFM Baking & Pastry Arts Scholarship is open to students who are intent on pursuing the full-time Associate of Science in Baking & Pastry Arts at the University of Technology, Jamaica (UTECH).

REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum of Five (5) CSEC General Proficiency subjects at Grades I, II or III including English Language and Mathematics 
• Accepted for full time study at the University of Technology, Jamaica. 
• Jamaican Citizen 
• Preference will be given to recent high school graduates and career Bakers.

APPLICATION FORMS & BROCHURES ARE AVAILABLE AT:

• WWW.ADM.COM/ADM-WORLDWIDE/JAMAICA 
• JAMAICA FLOUR MILLS LIMITED 
• THE UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES - OFFICE OF STUDENT FINANCING 
• UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, JAMAICA – FINANCIAL AID OFFICE 
• MONTEGO BAY COMMUNITY COLLEGE 
• MANCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL 
• BROWN’S TOWN COMMUNITY COLLEGE 
• MANNING’S HIGH SCHOOL

Completed application form along with one (1) passport size photograph, certified copies of CSEC/CAPE certificates or University Transcripts should be submitted by Tuesday, April 30, 2019 to:

 SECRETARY 

JAMAICA FLOUR MILLS FOUNDATION 

209 WINDWARD ROAD, KINGSTON 2

Sydney A. Phillips Scholarship 2019/2020

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DEADLINE June 14, 2019
Applications are invited from eligible candidates for the Sydney A. Phillips Scholarship for the academic year 2019/2020 tenable at the University of the West Indies, the University of Technology, Northern Caribbean University or other tertiary institution in Jamaica.

ELIGIBILITY
Candidates should:

• Possess good academic records 
• Have already been accepted by the institution and will have completed a minimum of one academic year by July 2019 
• Be a resident of St. Mary 
• Have attended school in St. Mary to at least CXC level 
• Be actively involved in community and/or school activities

VALUE OF COURSE

The award is valued at $200,000.00 per annum.

REQUIREMENTS

The successful applicant will be required to serve in Jamaica for a period of three years immediately following completion of their studies. 

Application forms can be obtained from the scholarship offices at UWI and the University of Technology or the offices of Robinson Phillips & Whitehorne in Highgate. 

The completed Application Form along with all supporting documents are to be returned no later than June 14, 2019 to the:

SYDNEY A. PHILLIPS SCHOLARSHIP TRUST FUND 

c/o Robinson Phillips & Whitehorne 

P.O. Box 2, 

Highgate P.O., 

St. Mary

THE UWI TOWNSHIP SCHOLARSHIP

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Scholarship governing rules 

a) Scholarships will be awarded for full time study in any faculty at the UWI Mona campus, beginning in the academic year.
b) Scholarship awarded ONLY for University Grants Committee (UGC) funded programmes. N.B. Please visit Faculty office or website for the list of UGC funded programmes.
c) Renewal of the scholarship is dependent on student’s performance and satisfying of other scholarship conditions.
d) In order for a student to retain his/her scholarship after the academic year he/she must obtain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
e) Students, who after the first year obtained a cumulative GPA ≤ 2.99 but ≥ 2.50 will be eligible for a half scholarship provided all other conditions are met.
f) Students who fall below a cumulative GPA ≤ 2.49 will not be allowed to continue the scholarship.
g) The duration of the scholarship should not exceed 3 years except in the case of disciplines that go beyond three years.
h) The scholarship ONLY covers Semesters I and II with the exception of disciplines with three semesters.
i) The scholarship does not cover expenses related to the re-sit of examination(s). Students are expected to meet the expenses of these activities.
j) Students cannot be employed full-time. N.B. Recipients to note the UWI’s policy on student work.
k) The scholarship covers Tuition ONLY.

Additional scholarship conditions 
a) All scholarship recipients must commit to the completion of 26 service hours per semester for the duration of their scholarship award. The Mona Social Services Limited reserves the right to place the scholar wherever it may deem fit, based on needs.
b) It is MANDATORY for ALL SCHOLARS to attend ALL PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT SESSIONS, planned for them by MSS in each semester. A Scholars package distributed at the beginning of the year will provide details on the planned sessions.
c) Failure to comply with (a) and/or (b) above, may affect future consideration for scholarship.
d) Upon graduation students must be available to the MSS to assist with project implementation(s) in the UWI communities for a period not exceeding two years.
e) Students are required to have a regular course load based on programme of study.

2019 Hardat Sukhdeo MBBS Scholarship

The Hardat Sukhdeo scholarship is being sponsored by the Central Florida Chapter of UWIMAA. This annual award is valued at USD 1,500

ELIGIBILITY 

• Applicant must be an 3rd or 4th year MBBS undergraduate student with a minimum 2.75 GPA 
• Applicant must complete an essay entitled "The perception, need and role of Psychiatrists in Jamaica." with a maximum of 750 words- (3 pages, double-spaced). 
• Letter indicating financial need. 

SEND ALL APPLICATIONS TO: 

Dr. Victor Boodhoo 

3952 Rambling Acres Drive, 

Titusville, 

Florida 32796 

vrboodhoo@gmail.com

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: MARCH 31,2019 

For further information please contact 

Dr. Leo-Paul Powell 

Deputy Dean of Student Success 

leopaul.powell02@uwimona.edu.jm or leopaulpowell@gmail.com

GraceKennedy Foundation

Please note that ALL scholarships officially open from May 1 to July 15 each year.

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED

For further information please contact: gkfoundation@gkco.com
Telephone: (876) 932-3181 / 3541 / 3350

The GraceKennedy Foundation offers nine scholarships:

Named / Endowed Scholarships

• The GraceKennedy/Jamaica Scholarship, tenable at The University of the West Indies: Available to students who are currently completing CAPE 2 examinations and will be attending the University of the West Indies. (students studying Medicine or Law do not qualify).
• Terms and Conditions 
• The 
  GraceKennedy/University of Technology Scholarship, tenable at The University of Technology annually.
  • Terms and Conditions 
• The GraceKennedy/
   Carlton Alexander Scholarship: Available to past students of Jamaica College only and tenable in alternate years at The University of the West Indies and the University of Technology.
  • Terms and Conditions
• The GraceKennedy/
   Rafael Diaz Scholarship for Business: Available to undergraduate students in the Faculty of Social Science at the University of the West Indies.
  • Terms and Conditions
• The GraceKennedy/
   Douglas Orane Scholarship for Science, Technology Or Engineering: Available to undergraduate students at The University of the West Indies or the University of Technology Jamaica.
  • Terms and Conditions
• The GraceKennedy/
   Bruce Rickards Scholarship: Available to past students of Kingston College only and tenable in alternate years at The University of the West Indies and the University of Technology.
• Terms and Conditions
• The GraceKennedy 
   Scholarship to The Edna Manley College of the Visual & Performing Arts: Available to 2nd -4th year students studying at any of the four schools (Dance, Music, Drama and Art).
  • Terms and Conditions




Final Year Scholarships

• Final Year scholarship for students attending UWI/UTECH
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Financial Aid Declaration Form
• The GraceKennedy/
   Caribbean Maritime University Scholarship: Available to final year students registered for the Logistics Degree Programme.
  • Terms and Conditions

Persons who are shortlisted for an interview may qualify for a merit scholarship