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Caribbean Actuarial Scholarship

Deadline: 07/11/2019

The Caribbean Actuarial Scholarship was established in 2008 in memory of Basil L. and Monica G. Virtue by their son-in-law, S. Michael McLaughlin, FSA, MAAA, an actuary who graduated from UWI. The scholarship is intended to be an annual award to University of the West Indies (UWI) actuarial student(s) who demonstrate a strong record of accomplishment, leadership qualities and commitment to becoming an actuary.

Qualifications include:
• Must be an undergraduate student entering their second or third year at the University of the West Indies
• Must be enrolled in UWI’s actuarial science program
• Must hold a minimum GPA of 3.0 or equivalent

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The Caribbean Actuarial Scholarship

Award

$2,000 - student entering second year of studies; $3,000 - student entering third year of studies. $1,000 floating scholarship.

Supplemental Questions

1. Have you received other funding (U.S. or Jamaican dollars) to help with your university expenses?
2. If yes, please describe:
3. Are you enrolled in the UWI Actuarial Science Program?
4. If yes, is this your first or second year in the program?
5. Please include a one or two page personal essay to include responses to the following; Why do you want to be an actuary; what are the qualifications and abilities that have helped you succeed in college and will help you succeed in an actuarial career; what extracurricular activities have you enjoyed most; have you participated in or had any leadership roles and how will these experiences help you in your career and your life in general
6. Please list the name and email address of a professor (preferred) or advisor who will provide a letter of recommendation supporting your academic achievement, leadership, and communication skills.PLEASE NOTE THAT YOUR LETTER MUST BE SIGNED.
7. Please list the name and email address of an individual that will provide a personal letter of reference on your behalf. (Please do not use a family member or close family friend. This person can be a employer, a coach, clergy or community member). PLEASE NOTE THAT YOUR LETTER MUST BE SIGNED.

BGLC Tertiary Education Grant

Applications for 2019-2020 BGLC Tertiary Education Grant will reopen in May 2019

The annual Betting Gaming & Lotteries Commission Education Grant is awarded to undergraduate students who will either begin 1st year studies at accredited local tertiary institutions or are  currently enrolled to continue studies. The BGLC Tertiary Education Grant is given to tertiary level student(s) who best meet the requirements outlined below.

Guidelines for the BGLC Tertiary Education Grant

The BGLC Education Grant is open to graduating high school seniors and students currently enrolled at accredited local tertiary institutions. The Grant award is paid directly to the educational institution in the student's name.

Applicants must meet the following guidelines:

• Be no older than 26 years at September in the year of application
• Confirmed to attend, or currently attend an accredited local tertiary institution
• Must have a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
• Must have acquired acceptance to, or be enrolled at the institution of his/her choice and enrolled for the semester beginning September of the year of application
• Submit the completed Essay on the specified topic
• Provide 2 References on the Referee Affidavit Form and submit with the application in the Referee’s own sealed envelope addressed to the BGLC.
• All applications and supporting documents must be received by the stipulated deadline date

BGLC Education Grant applications are to be submitted on the BGLC’s authorised form which will be available when applications open in May 2019.

UWI Open Scholarship

Deadline: April 30, 2019

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About the scholarship 

The UWI Open Scholarship is one of the ways that The University of the West Indies seeks to attract and reward all-round high achievers among the region’s high school students, community and state college graduates and first-year students of The UWI. Scholarships are available for study at any of The UWI’s four campuses.

Who can apply?

You are eligible for The UWI Open Scholarship if you : 

…Are a first time applicant of any UWI undergraduate degree programme offered at any campus. (Applicants must not already be holders of an undergraduate degree.) 

...Have gained at least 8 subjects at the Caribbean Examinations Council (CSEC) level including Mathematics and English A with Grades 1 or 2; at least 6 Units of CAPE including Communication Studies and Caribbean Studies, at the Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examinations (CAPE) Units l and/or ll; 

or equivalent at GCE O / A Levels with grades 1 or 2.

...Have completed an associate degree from a community or state college with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.6 and have applied to or are in the process of applying to The UWI.

...Have completed the first year of a UWI undergraduate degree programme with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.6.
 ...Are a citizen of one of The UWI’s contributing countries (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

What does the scholarship cover?

The UWI Open Scholarship covers the cost of tuition, residence costs (on/off campus) and contributions to books and meals. 

Note: Nationals of Barbados and Trinidad & Tobago will only receive support for maintenance costs. Maintenance costs will be linked to costs listed in the relevant campus Financial Information Booklets. This information is available on each campus website. 

How to apply?

Step 1: Complete the online application form.

Step 2: Supporting documents can be emailed to rhqobus@uwimona.edu.jm with the subject line: ‘The UWI OPEN SCHOLARSHIP’.

The supporting documents include:

• A 500-word personal essay outlining career aspirations, reason for choice of degree programme, community involvement and co-curricular activities. 
  
  
• Evidence of leadership positions at school, university and/or within the wider community; community involvement; and co-curricular activities.
  
  
• Two letters of reference – one of which must come from an academic referee attesting to the applicant’s academic ability and potential, demonstrated leadership qualities, and character. (Referees must have known the applicant for at least two years. All referees must affix the official stamp of their office/department/organization).
  
  

The COMPLETED online application Form which includes the 500-word personal essay 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 of Undergraduate Studies
Email: rhqobus@uwimona.edu.jm
Telephone: (876) 977-7916 or (876) 970-0244 

UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, JAMAICA STUDENTS UNION SCHOLARSHIPS

UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, JAMAICA 

STUDENTS’ UNION SCHOLARSHIPS TENABLE AT THE WESTERN CAMPUS ONLY 

2013/2014 

Information for New & Returning Students 

DONORS	SCHOOL/PROGRAMME
University of Technology, Jamaica, Students’ Union Executive Assistant	1st & 2nd year of all Schools. ( at least a GPA of 2.7 or B- Average)
University of  Technology, Jamaica, Students’ Union  Financial Officer	1st year of all Schools.  ( at least a GPA of 2.7 or B- Average)
University of Technology, Jamaica, Students’ Union  Entertainment /PR and Editorial (Nursing)	All Nursing Students. ( at least a GPA of 2.7 or B- Average)
University of Technology, Jamaica, Students’ Union  Public Relations & Editor	2nd year of all Schools. ( at least a GPA of 2.7 or B- Average)
University of Technology, Jamaica, Students’ Union  Student Services Coordinator	3rd & 4th year of all Schools.  ( at least a GPA of 2.7 or B- Average)
University of Technology, Jamaica, Students’ Union  Academic Affairs Liaison	3rd year of all Schools. ( at least a GPA of 2.7 or B- Average)
University of Technology, Jamaica, Students’ Union  Secretary	1st & 2nd year of all Schools.  ( at least a GPA of 2.7 or B- Average)
University of Technology, Jamaica, Students’ Union  Faculty of Law	1st, 2nd, 3rd, year of the Faculty.  ( at least a GPA of 2.7 or B- Average)
University of Technology, Jamaica, Students’ Union  College of Health Sciences.	1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th year of the Faculty.  ( at least a GPA of 2.7 or B- Average)
University of Technology, Jamaica, Students’ Union  College of Business & Management.	1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th year of the College.  ( at least a GPA of 2.7 or B- Average)
University of Technology, Jamaica, Students’ Union  Entertainment  Coordinator	2nd year of all Schools. ( at least a GPA of 2.7 or B- Average)

Application forms are available at the UTech website at http://www.utech.edu.jm/, click on Office & Services -> Department of  Student Financing -> Form  -> Scholarships. 

Please submit application form to the Administrator (Western Campus Office) 

Deadline: September 23, 2014

Programme of Advancement Through Health and Education (PATH) Bursaries

Bursaries for students who are beneficiaries 

of the Programme of Advancement Through 

Health and Education (PATH) 

Benefits

Multiple awards of $100,000.00 towards tuition and other school related expenses.

Conditions

• Should have been a beneficiary of PATH at the Secondary School level 
• 2nd- 4th year students of all Colleges and Faculties 
• GPA of at least 2.5 (C+ average)

How to apply

Students who have already submitted a scholarship application for the 2014/2015 Academic Year please contact the Scholarship Office to have your form updated. 

 OR

http://www.utech.edu.jm Office & Services -> Department of 

Student Financing -> Form -> Scholarships

For more information: 

Email: financialaidutech@gmail.com

Jamaican Scholarship - The Chinese Ambassador Scholarship

Jamaican Scholarship Notice!

Chinese Ambassador Scholarship 

Criteria for Application

· Students must be currently enrolled at UTech, in any faculty/programme

· GPA of at least 3.0 (B Average)

· Must have demonstrated/verifiable financial need

How to Apply:

· General application forms can printed from UTech’s website www.utech.edu.jm
  Office & Services  -> Department of Student Financing ->  Forms

· Complete form and drop off at UTech’s Scholarship Office, Student Services Building, UTech    
   Papine Campus

· Deadline for submission: September 12, 2014

For more information:

Email: financialaidutech@gmail.com