Applications from qualified applicants will be accepted until March 1, 2021. Before applying, we strongly encourage you to read the WMI Scholar Program Information Sheet and also the Frequently Asked Questions for Prospective Scholars document. These two documents will assist you in determining your eligibility and guide you in the application process.
The following are required elements for an application to be considered complete:
- Clear personal photo
- Essay (topic is stated on the application form)
- 2021 application form
- Personal essay statement
- Two recommendation letters*
- Official transcript of grades from secondary school
- Official grading key to interpret secondary school grades**
- Official transcript of grades from tertiary studies (if applicable)
- Official grading key to interpret tertiary grades**
- Official results from your national exam
- Official grading key to interpret scores on your national exam**
- Recommendation letters vary throughout cultures. We have created Guidelines for Effective Application-Recommendation Letters to assist applicants in seeking letters that will be supportive of their application. Read this document and share it with the individuals who will be writing your letters of support.
- Official grading keys must be provided by the school issuing the grades or the government issuing the national exam. Grading keys that are not official will result in your application being disqualified. Contact your secondary school, university, or government for this document.
WORTH
- Wells awards 50-60 scholarships per year.
- Our maximum scholarship is $3,000 USD per year.
The scholarship supports:
- Tuition and Fees
- Books and materials
- Other related costs
ELIGIBILITY
Wells Ideal candidate is a student, male or female, from a country in the developing world, who:
- Successfully completed secondary education, with good to excellent grades.
- Is applying to university or is working towards earning his or her first undergraduate degree.
- Will be studying in his or her country or another country in the developing world.
- Plans to live and work in his or her own country after graduation.
- Has participated in volunteer service prior to applying for this scholarship and is committed to continue to engage in community service during school and after.
- Has some funds available for his or her education, but will not be able to go to school or continue without assistance.
DEADLINE: March 1, 2021.
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