Guide to Financial Aid Opportunities for St. Maarten Students
- EmpowerU
- May 10, 2021
- 2 min read
For most Sint Maarten students, it can be hard to find financial resources to fund their education. For most students, to attain a college education requires moving abroad regionally or internationally. Because of this, many students are required to pay international student fees, which are significantly higher than local tuition costs. Most American and Canadian universities and colleges do not offer many if any financial resources to international students. This leaves much of the financial burden on families to support 4 years of education overseas. With the economic impact of COVID and Hurricane Irma, many families are having a harder time saving for a college education.
What financial aid opportunities do you have as a Sint Maartener?
Read on to learn more.
Guide to Financial Opportunities for Sint Maarten Students
If you are a resident on the island of Sint Maarten, you can apply for study financing through the Department of Education. The average loan from this grant is $7500; however, grants are distributed based on a study priority list. To learn more about the requirements for study financing, application, and other college prep resources, check out their website at studyfinancing-sxm.com.
If you are studying in the Netherlands, you can apply for DUO through the Dutch Government. Through duo.nl, students with a Dutch passport can apply for grants as well as allowances to cover the cost of tuition, housing, and more.
Though there are not many scholarships available for Sint Maarten students, there are a few to make note of.
Be the Change Foundation:
Erika Cannegieter “Dream Big” Scholarship
In remembrance of our late founder Erika Cannegieter-Smith, the Be The Change Foundation is offering scholarship awards to eligible residents of St. Maarten /Martin.
Requirements:
Under the age of 25
Legal resident of St. Maarten/St. Martin
Include 1 teacher or professional recommendation
Copy of latest school report or transcript
Deadline: July 15th @ 11:59pm
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EmpowerU:
EmpowerU Scholars Fund
Our first ever academic scholarship is aimed at supporting young Caribbean students pursuing tertiary education (Bachelors, Masters, or Doctoral degree). This scholarship is aimed at supporting eligible students with tuition and book fee assistance.
Deadline: 2021 Application Season Not Open Yet
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EmpowerU:
Benevolent Assistance Program
For individuals able to demonstrate financial need, EmpowerU offers financial reimbursement for college-related expenses through our Benevolent Assistance Program.
Deadline: 2021 Application Season Not Open Yet
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Western Union:
Global Scholars Program
We (Western Union) believe access to higher education is a key pathway to success, out of reach for too many young people. Our WU Scholars program helps fund studies for deserving students in need.
Deadline: Closed for 2021
If you know of other financial resources not mentioned here, do let us know @ connect.empoweru@gmail.com
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