There are plenty of scholarships available in Tokelau for students looking to pursue further education but with limited financial resources. Scholarships allow the student to have a bit more financial leeway and have extra money for other personal expenses and emergencies.
WMF Empowerment Through Education Scholarships for Developing Country Students- this is a scholarship covering Bachelor’s Degree studies conducted in any developing country. It provides undergraduate scholarships to nationals from developing countries to study in their home or a neighboring country.
Institution-Your choice of institution in your own country or another developing country
Level/Field of study- Bachelor's Degree in any field of study but applications are encouraged from those interested in pursuing degrees that will best help their local communities including medicine and health sciences, community development, law, education, social work, business, information technology, agriculture, and engineering.
Target group- any Citizens from any developing country
Benefits- the scholarship benefits range from US$300 to US$3000 throughout the undergraduate program. Scholarships may be used for tuition and fees, books and materials, and other related costs including rentals and meals, etc.
Eligibility- the ideal candidates:
- must have completed secondary education, with good to excellent grades
- the awardee must be 35 years old or below
- Will be studying in his or her country or another developing country in the world
- Must be pursuing a first bachelor’s degree
- must be enrolled in a program of study that will benefit the community or contribute to the continued growth and advancement of his or her home country
- the student must be planning to live and work in his or her own country after graduation
- the student must have demonstrated commitment to giving back and has volunteered before applying
- the student must 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
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarships-This is a scholarship awarded to undergraduates with outstanding financial constraints. Undergraduate Applicants are welcome to apply for up to $7,000 to be awarded per scholarship.
Eligibility- Students must show that they have critical financial aid needs and priority will also be given to people with disabilities and female students who have previously been disadvantaged or overlooked.
Requirements. Prospective candidates must have a proven record of leadership in their community.
Royal Society International Exchange Programme-this scholarship offers partial funding for international students. This is a Post-Doctoral scholarship for students pursuing studies in Natural Sciences. This scholarship can be taken at any UK and any overseas institution.
Eligibility: it’s Open to all nationals
Benefits: The scholarship offers Travel allowances and Research expenditure to the awardees.
Wells Mountain Foundation Scholarships- The aim of this scholarship is primarily to support programs and individuals in developing nations. Every year the Foundation provides support to several students as they pursue various educational objectives.
Financial support is primarily offered to cover the costs of the education and directly related expenses including stationery and supplies. Scholarships cover the full period of study, however, recipients must ensure they maintain good grades and they can and will be discontinued in the event of unsatisfactory performance by the candidate.
Eligibility- The ideal candidate must be from a country in the developing world who:
- Has completed secondary education with excellent grades.
- Will be studying in any country in the developing world.
- Plans to live and work in their own country after graduating.
- Has once volunteered before applying for this scholarship and/or is willing to do volunteer work while receiving the WMF scholarship.
- is not able to go to school without a scholarship.
- Submits a complete, legible application in English
Benefits- Scholarships range from $300.US to $3000.US and cover
- Tuition and fees.
- Books and materials.
- Room rent and meals.
