Scholarship Opportunity for Undergraduate Studies

Introduction

Two (2) scholarships will be awarded for successful candidates to pursue undergraduate studies at an accredited higher-education institution, beginning August 2025 – February 2026. The scholarships support awardees for up to four (4) years of studies whilst attending the Medical University of the Americas (MUA); the University of the West Indies; the University of Technology; or any four (4) year United States based institution. Individuals who are already attending University will NOT be considered for this Scholarship.

Eligibility Criteria

Persons eligible to apply must meet the following requirements:

Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
Must be a citizen of St. Kitts/Nevis
Must have at least five (5) CXC CSEC passes including Mathematics, English and one (1) Science
Must be active in community service
Must be in possession of a university acceptance letter

Priority Areas

The priority areas for 2025 include but are not limited to:

Environmental Health (Health Inspector)
Pharmacy
Dental Hygiene
Medical Technology
Physical Therapy
Occupational/Speech Therapy
Health Educator
Health Services Administration
Counselling
Biomedical Engineering
Health Information Management
Occupational Health & Safety
Radiography
Supply Chain Management
Social Work
Gender/Gender and Development Studies

Application Requirements

For applications to be considered, candidates must present the following documents by May 30, 2025:

Completed Application Form
Birth or naturalization certificate
Police Record
Passport Sized Picture
Certified copies of CXC/CSEC/CAPE passes
Copy of acceptance letter from tertiary institution
Official costing of programme including tuition, room and board etc.
Letter of reference from high school teacher
Letter of reference from a community service organization stating your active involvement
Eight hundred-one thousand (800-1000) word essay stating your future goals and why you are deserving of this scholarship

Submission Guidelines

Applications MUST be typewritten and submitted in hard copy to the address below:

Chairperson, MUA/NIA Scholarship Committee, ℅ The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health et al Administration Building, Charlestown, Nevis.

Conclusion

This scholarship opportunity is a great chance for students from St. Kitts/Nevis to pursue their undergraduate studies at a reputable institution. We encourage all eligible candidates to apply and take advantage of this opportunity to achieve their academic and career goals.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the deadline for submitting applications?

A: May 30, 2025
Q: Can I apply if I am already attending university?

A: No, individuals who are already attending university will NOT be considered for this scholarship
Q: What are the priority areas for the scholarship?

A: The priority areas include Environmental Health, Pharmacy, Dental Hygiene, and more (see above for full list)
Q: How do I submit my application?

A: Applications MUST be typewritten and submitted in hard copy to the address above