Top Scholarships for Jamaica in 2024
- Did you know that there are scholarships available for students in Jamaica, right from the secondary school level? Before looking at the top scholarships for Jamaica in 2024, check out the different types of scholarships that you should always be on the lookout for.
Types of Scholarships
- Merit-based Scholarships – These are scholarships given to individuals who show academic prowess, excel in extracurricular activities, or display leadership qualities.
- Country-specific Scholarships – These are scholarships given to particular countries based on the international relations or cultural exchange programs that exist with the host country.
- Need-based Scholarships – These scholarships are given to individuals who demonstrate financial need.
- Government Scholarships – These are given to international students who want to study in that particular country.
- University-specific Scholarships – These are scholarships for international students hosted by particular universities.
- Subject-specific Scholarships – These scholarships target students who want to study particular subjects like the humanities, arts, or STEM.
- Corporate Scholarships – These are scholarships given by companies targeting areas in which they would need more staff or industry growth areas.
- Sports-specific Scholarships – These scholarships target talented athletes who can contribute to the host country’s sports teams.
- Cultural Exchange Scholarships – These are scholarships set up for students to study in countries other than their home countries.
- Research Scholarships – These scholarships provide grants for international students pursuing research degrees.
How to Write a Successful Scholarship Application
Before you apply for your desired scholarship, check out these tips below to help you put in a winning scholarship application.
- Read the instructions slowly and carefully so that you don’t miss anything important.
- Gather all the required information and supporting documents.
- Use a checklist to take note of what is needed, what you need to do, and what you have already done.
- Complete your personal information, i.e. make sure all the details you share about yourself are accurate and truthful.
- Write a strong essay or personal statement, if required.
- Follow all the formatting guidelines as spelled out in the instructions.
- Proofread your application to make sure there are no errors.
- Submit all the supporting documents in the required format.
- Submit your application before the deadline.
- Follow up via email, if necessary.
Jamaica Secondary School Scholarships
- Scotiabank Scholarships support pupils in secondary schools in Jamaica. These scholarships cover tuition fees, textbooks, and other educational costs.
2. Jamaica Youth Education Support (YES) Scholarships
- Jamaica YES Scholarships are available for pupils who are transitioning into high school. Recipients of these scholarships are high achievers who display strong academic performance.
- These scholarships come in two categories, namely:
- Ruth Graham Memorial Scholarship
- Viola Roberts Memorial Scholarship
Jamaica University Scholarships from Local Institutions/Foundations
The following top scholarships for Jamaica in 2024 are available within the country.
1. Lynne Mitchell Foundation Scholarships
- The Lynne Mitchell Foundation has several scholarships in place to help Jamaican students facing financial barriers to pursue university education.
- These scholarships target individuals who display high academic achievement and leadership potential, and who have clear career goals.
- Some of the scholarships run by this foundation are:
- Aspire Scholarship
- Claudia Kaye Fennel-Gibbs Memorial Scholarship
- Eleanor Hansell Memorial Scholarship
- Lynne Mitchell Memorial Scholarship
2. Ministry of Education and Youth (MOEY) Tertiary Scholarships
- The Ministry of Education and Youth in Jamaica offers several scholarships to Jamaican nationals who desire to pursue tertiary studies. These include:
- Annual Jamaica Scholarship
- Emancipation Scholarship
- UTECH Open Scholarship
- Jamaica Technical High School Scholarship
- Elias A. Issa Scholarship
- Specialized Scholarships
- In-Service Teacher Upgrade Programme
3. St Mary Education Trust (SMET)
- The St Mary Education Trust helps Jamaican students to achieve their dreams of pursuing higher education.
- The SMET scholarships are tenable at all the Caribbean campuses of the University of West Indies and any accredited university in Jamaica.
- This trust runs the following scholarships:
- Sydney A. Phillips Scholarship
- Ernest Johnson Memorial Bursary
International Scholarships for Jamaican Nationals
Now that you have looked at the top scholarships for Jamaica in 2024, have a look at these international scholarships that Jamaican nationals can apply for.
Undergraduate Scholarships
President’s International Scholarship of Excellence at York University
- The President’s International Scholarship of Excellence at York University is awarded to international high-achieving applicants entering their first year of a four-year undergraduate program at York University.
- The scholarship award is worth $180,000 ($45,000 for four years).
Romanian Government Scholarships for Foreign Citizens
- Under this scholarship program, foreign citizens can apply for scholarships at accredited higher education institutions in Romania.
- The scholarship benefits include tuition fees, a stipend, medical assistance, and language preparatory studies.
McMaster University Scholarships
- McMaster University offers partial and fully funded scholarships for international students who want to pursue undergraduate studies at the university.
- The scholarship award depends on the course or faculty chosen, meaning that successful applicants may receive either partial or full tuition fee support.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Full Scholarships
- MIT offers full scholarships based on financial need.
- The scholarships cover the full period of undergraduate study (four years), providing benefits like tuition and living expenses. The average award amounts to $45,215 per year.
University of Melbourne International Undergraduate Scholarships
- These scholarships are offered to high-achieving international students at the University of Melbourne.
- There are three award options – a $10000 fee remission for the first year, a 50% tuition fee remission for three years, or a 100% fee remission for three years.
Graduate Scholarships
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS)
- The QECS allow students to pursue a two-year master’s degree in a low or middle-income Commonwealth country at an Association of Commonwealth Universities member university.
- These scholarships cover tuition fees in full, as well as a living allowance and a return economy-class flight, among other benefits.
- Rhodes Scholarships are full-funded, full-time postgraduate awards that are tenable at the University of Oxford. They target talented young people from all over the world.
- These scholarships cover Oxford University course fees and an annual stipend.
Fulbright Foreign Student Program
- The Fulbright Foreign Student Program enables graduate students, young professionals, and artists from outside the US to study and conduct research within the country.
- This scholarship program covers tuition, textbooks, health insurance, and a living stipend for the full duration of study.
- Gates Cambridge Scholarships are full-cost scholarships given to deserving postgraduate applicants who desire to pursue a graduate degree at Cambridge.
- These scholarships cater for tuition fees, visa costs, a maintenance allowance, and one economy airfare to the UK and back to the recipient’s home country.
- Chevening Scholarships target outstanding emerging leaders from all over the world, allowing them to pursue a one-year master’s degree in the UK.
- The scholarship benefits include tuition fees, a monthly stipend, and economy travel to and from the recipient’s country of residence.
This list of top scholarships for Jamaica in 2024 has given you lots of options to choose from. Good luck as you decide where to pursue your studies, and all the best as you apply for a scholarship!
My name is Chad Wayne Campbell. I’m a student at the HEART College in Montego Bay pursuing a degree in System Administration.
My passion is to know as much as I can in the world of Technology. I would like to further my studies in Canada the USA or England. I need a better education. Could you kindly advise me on how I could get a scholarship to continue my education in any one of these countries.
Thank you I am eagerly anticipating your reply.
Good morning, my name is Samantha Baker and I am a 19 years old computer science major and a business education minor student at The Mico University College. I am a second year students and have so far accomplished 60 credits. I would like to be considered for a scholarship or any of your programmes to the USA or Canada to finish my studies. Please contact me if you are able to assist me in anyway. Thank you.
Pleasant night my name is samanta I’m 22 years old I drop out of school at the ninth grade with my son it hasn’t been easy since tried sending back my self a couple of times but with no help I always end up stopping, am a very intelectual person even though I did not get d chance to finish school and am seeking some kind of assistance to help me go back 2 school this would mean the world to and I could see a future for me n my son please help me I really need this
Good Afternoon,
I have 9 CXC subjects,7 ones, a two and a three. I would like a scholarship to study in Canada,Humber college which I have already been accepted to. My parents can not afford the tuition and other expenses. I would really appreciate it if I could get some assistance to go and study Hospitality and Tourism Management as it has always been my dream to work in the hospitality sector. I would love to get the opportunity to further my studies but because of finacial issues I may not be able to so I am asking please if I could get some assistance for my studies in 2016 in Ontario canada. It will be greatly appreciated.
Good day, my name is David Buchanan currently have 8 csec and 4 cape,im seeking a scholarship to further my studies in med,my contact :1876 507-5481
Hello, I am a newly accepted student to the uwi. However, I am need of some financial assistance. I am asking if there is any help that can be given to me. I’d be deeply appreciative.
i am a graduate of the university of the west indies who is seeking a scholarship; that will enable me to pursue a masters degree in biological science.it would be great if i could do this at a university overseas where i can work and study.
Good day ,I am a 17 year old final year student at Belmont Academy in Westmoreland ,I am doing 8 csec subjects and I would love to further my education in the field of nursing however my family cannot afford the tuition and I am asking for some assistance with a scholarship to go to nursing school I want a better life for myself please assist me
Good afternoon. I am a young man who has a deep longing to study in Canada and to come closer to achieving my goal of having a better life. I’m in my thirties and a graduate of the University of Technology,Jamaica in which i acquired a Bsc. in Electrical Engineering. I have been working in the Engineering field for over ten years. I have tried on different occasions to study in Canada, but because of financial restraints, i have been unsuccessful. I really would appreciate whatever assistance can be afforded me, in getting the opportunity to study in Canada.
Pleasant night! I have been struggling all my life. Growing up with a stepdad was one of the most unpleasant experiences ever. I’m now 30 and still struggling, however the Lord has assisted me in accomplishing three cxc subjects this year and I’m now doing another two. The unfortunate thing is I’m still living with my stepdad. I really would like to further my career in business administration or business management but have no idea how to fund my education as I’m currently unemployed and have been for years. I am desparately asking for your help! Is there anyone out there who’s will to assist me? Please!….. I’m not asking for much, just a start and I will take it from there. I know i can do all things through Christ who strengthens me, and i know that my struggles will soon be over. I will not give up! Im a fighter! I have faught all my life!!! Please help me!!!!…. Thanks for your time 🙂 and God bless you!!!!
I comment your organization for their outstanding work. I applied for a scholarship or financial assistance for my son – Patroy Vernon who was successful in the recent GSAT examinations. The request was made in writing and submitted at the Sam Sharpe Square, Montego Bay branch. I use this medium to once more request schooling assistance in the form of a scholarship or grant on his behalf.
I have a 8 child moving from grade 3 going on to grade 4 she is she attends Mannings Hill Primary School. She is a high academic performer and I am seeking out ways and means of how to get her on a scholarship program. In her exams she did well topping third place in her class out of 41students she is a vibrant, eager to learn, also has high leadership morals at this tender age and i see her going places that why I need a boost financially. Please contact me back asap so as to know what to do in this case….
Need a grant to assist with back to school expense for my daughter.
Hello. I have a desire to further my tertiary studies in spain in order to get culturally diverse. I would like however to find a scholarship to assist me but i cant find any. Can you help me please? Thanks in advance
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Searching early for GSAT scholarship. Student will be taking the exam next year and I need financial aide.Kindly sent me all the relevant sites if you know them that I can brows through their applicartion forms.Thanks
I’m a student who is about to sit my cape examinations I have financial difficulties and would love if some one could help finance my dreams I have already assed my csec with flying colours hope that the lord will provide
I would like a copy of the form for the cuban scholarship
I am a liberian schooling in Liberia undergraduate program due to low income status. I am from one of the world poorest nation where illiteracy is a public figure. I have tried to fine means and complete my education, but no way out. I am appealing this program to see the needs of helping other Liberians to aquire there education and impart others. no fundings, no cash and no means of getting any of them. I really need this scholarship. I readning Accounting and Public Administration with emphasis in Business communication/Marketing. please help u many contact me throught the above email address. thanks for understanding.
I also have 6 CXC subjects and i’m sitting another one in spring next year. I really would like to further my education. I would lke to become a public health inspector.
have 6 cxcs and want to further my education in Canada.Please assist me in getting some help.
I am in my third year at NCU pursuing a Degree in social Work P\t I am having difficulty funding. Are there any scholarship available for adults wanting to continue their dreams? I tried seeking assistance from my workplace but was unsuccessful. I am overly indebted to the Banks and relatives. I need some guidance. thanks in advance
I will be doing 8 csec subjects in the year 2014. I am capable of passing each subjects but I need help in furthering my education after highschool. I desire to pursue a career in law but my family might be unable to provide money for expenses. I need help in making my dream a reality.Thank you!
I really need to go back to school.so I can help mi and my 2yrs son.I would really work and send my self to school.but I would like a scholarship to start mi off..with the help of the lord.I know I will succeed.I have so may plans.but no where to start.I would really like the help.even to help mi find a parttime job.am from mobay
i have done doctor of pharmacy and lookinf for higher studies MS and PHD on scholership basis.
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I want 2 do 15 CXC subjects
please email me a copy of the scotiabank application form please thanks
Pleasant day. I am part time student at the University of Technology , Jamaica pursuing a Bsc. in Computer Science. I am desperately looking for an opportunity/scholarship to be transferred to another University/College in Canada as a full time student. Can you please advice me?
I would like a copy of the form to apply for the cuban scholarship. Thank you.
I AM DOING 7 CXC SUBJECTS FOR THE YEAR 2013 AND I KNOW THAT I CAN GET 7 ONES SO THAT I CAN FURTHER MY STUDIES IN BECOMING A FORENSIC PATHOLOGIST..> I NEED SOME HELP SO CONTACT ME ON FACEBOOK AT ANY MUTUALLY CONVENIENT TIME………
am s student who will be doing 7 cxc for year 2013… I know i am able to achieve them all and i would need help to further my study in the teaching field at a collage … please help or inform me where i can get some help… thanks
I need some information as to where to find the application form for undergraduate programs in Cuba for the 2013/2014 academic year. Thanks in advance.
Hi Kay – you should contact the Cuban Embassy on Trafalgar Rd; Kingston
I just need a better education, and I don’t know where to turn. I went to HRART truse NTA, and I did level 1and 2 in housekeeping, and I still can’t get any work, I just don’t know where to turn. I try ant I try for work an still cant get any work. So can u all please help me please. My name I Amelia Taylor and I am 25 years old. I don’t have any Childers thank God, because I don’t know how I would manager. Please help me get something.