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Office of Student Financing

Number of Awards: 
One (1)
Value: 
J $500,000
Maximum Tenure: 
Up to two (2) years
Eligibility: 

The award is available to Jamaica Nationals who are Full time students registered in the Faculty of Social Sciences or Faculty of Science and Technology entering final year or with 2 years remaining. Pursuing studies in the Business, Management, Data Analytics/Data Science and Economics or related fields.

Criteria: 

The award will be based on:

  • academic performance based on the results of the previous year University examinations (minimum GPA of 3.0);
  • verifiable financial need;
  • active participation in extracurricular activities; 
  • demonstrates leadership qualities, volunteerism and social involvement.

 

Method of Selection: 

Short-listed candidates will be interviewed by a panel consisting of representatives from VM Investments Ltd and UWI Development and Endowment Fund.

Condition: 

The following terms and conditions apply:

  • The recipient must continue to meet all the established criteria during the year. 
  • Participation in an internship programme with VMIL is an option in years that VMIL hosts its internship programme
  • Volunteer service requirements.
Special Requirements: 

The recipient of this award will:

  • be available for a photo opportunity and provide written testimony on the usefulness of the assistance granted;
  • be available to participate in any official ceremony related to the formal presentation of the scholarship award.

 

Office of Student Financing

The University of the West Indies Mona, Jamaica

Tel: 702-4646 | Fax: 702-4647

Email: stufinc@uwimona.edu.jm

Opening Hours:

8:30 am to 4:30pm Mondays to Fridays

Additional contact numbers 876-441-4120 and 876-441-3584

 

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