The Wells Mountain Initiative (WMI) Scholars Program 2024 is open to students of developing countries. WMI is a public charitable foundation based in Bristol, Vermont, USA, which has been approved under the United States Internal Revenue Service.
This Scholarship is generally granted for the full period of study; however, recipients must maintain good grades, participate in community service and meet WMI deadlines for submitting an official copy of school/course grades, completing the semester report.
The Wells Mountain Initiative (WMI) Scholars Program is a renowned initiative dedicated to empowering and supporting talented, motivated individuals from developing countries who lack the financial means to pursue higher education. The program aims to provide educational opportunities to deserving students who demonstrate a strong commitment to improving their communities and contributing to positive change in their home countries.
WMI offers scholarships to students pursuing undergraduate degrees from accredited universities or colleges in their home countries or other developing nations. The program focuses on supporting students with limited financial resources, particularly those facing significant financial barriers to accessing higher education.
One of the distinctive aspects of the Wells Mountain Initiative Scholars Program is its emphasis on community involvement and social impact. Applicants are encouraged to showcase their dedication to community service, leadership potential, and a clear vision for making a meaningful difference in their local communities upon completing their education.
The scholarship covers a range of educational expenses, including tuition fees, books, accommodation, and other essential costs associated with pursuing an undergraduate degree. Recipients of the WMI scholarship receive financial support throughout the duration of their studies, enabling them to focus on their academic pursuits and contribute to their communities without the burden of financial constraints.
The program fosters a sense of community among its scholars, providing opportunities for networking, mentorship, and ongoing support. WMI scholars become part of a global network of like-minded individuals committed to creating positive change in their societies.
The Wells Mountain Initiative Scholars Program stands as a beacon of hope and opportunity for talented students from developing nations, offering them the chance to access higher education, develop their potential, and become catalysts for positive social change within their communities and beyond.
Benefits
WMI Scholars are selected through an in-depth multi-step review process. The selected WMI Scholars will be emailed on August 1. Their names will also be published on our website homepage and the WMI Facebook page. Those who are not selected will also be notified after August 1.
Family members of WMI Staff and of WMI Scholars are not eligible to apply.
Please note: Use of uncredited ideas and content created by other persons and use of uncredited AI-generated content is plagiarism and goes against the policies and ideals of WMI. Any applicants found to have plagiarized their essays will be considered ineligible for a scholarship.
*Scholars planning to study in the United States, Canada, Australia, UK or Western Europe will not qualify for a WMI Scholarship
Requirements For The Wells Mountain Initiative Scholars Program
Our Ideal Candidate – A student, male or female, from a country in the developing world who:
- Successfully completed a secondary education, with good to excellent grades
- Is 35 or under on March 1, 2024
- Will be studying in his or her country or another country in the developing world*
- Is pursuing his or her first bachelor’s degree or diploma
- Will be enrolled in a program of study that will benefit the community and/or contribute to the continued growth and advancement of his or her home country
- Plans to live and work in his or her own country after graduation
- Has demonstrated his or her commitment to giving back and has volunteered prior to applying
- May have some other funds available for his or her education, but will not be able to go to pursue his or her tertiary degree without financial assistance
Important Dates
- December 1, 2023 – The 2024 WMI Scholars Program application will be available on our website. Completed 2024 applications will start to be accepted on this date.
- March 1, 2024 – The 2024 WMI Scholars Program application deadline.
Documents Required for Application
Applications from qualified applicants will be accepted until March 1, 2024. 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.
Applicants are required to presents the following documents:
- Clear personal photo
- Essay (topic is stated on application form)
- 2024 application form (Available from December 1, 2023)
- 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
Method of Application
Visit The Official Website to Apply
The following are suggestions to enhance your application:
- Record all of your service activities (dates, activities, time spent, photographs, etc.)
- Collect your secondary school transcript, national exam results and grading keys to interpret your results
- Request two letters of recommendation on official stationery from two people who know you professionally/personally and can showcase the reasons you deserve this scholarship
- Have all of your documents translated into English
There are two ways to apply: Online, or by mailing in a completed application packet to our office.
File format types accepted are: JPG, PNG, GIF, DOC, DOCX, PDF (version 10 or newer).
Application Deadline: March 1, 2024.
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