MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship 2024 : mpowerfinancing.com
Organisation : MPOWER Financing
Scholarship Name : MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship 2024
Applicable For : U.S. or Canada Students
Deadline : 31st October 2024
Website : https://www.mpowerfinancing.com/scholarships/global-citizen
What is MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship?
MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship 2024 is sponsored by MPOWER Financing. We’ve intentionally designed the Global Citizen Scholarship to be as broad as possible to match the broad, diverse experiences of international and DACA students. MPOWER will offer one $10,000 grand prize scholarship and two $2,000 scholarships for this scholarship cycle. The Deadline of Scholarship is 31st October 2024.
Eligibility Requirements of MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship
** Be accepted at, or enrolled in, a full-time degree program at a U.S. or Canadian school that MPOWER supports, and
** Be an international student allowed to legally study in the U.S. or Canada, as applicable:
For study in the U.S., this means that the applicant meets one of these criteria:
** Has a valid visa that permits study in the U.S.
** Is protected under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
** Is a U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder)
For study in Canada, this means the applicant meets one of these criteria:
** Is a Canadian permanent resident
** Has a valid Canadian study permit
We have created this scholarship specifically for international and DACA students. Therefore, U.S. citizens wishing to study in the U.S. and Canadian citizens wishing to study in Canada are not eligible for this scholarship.
Awards of MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship
Scholarships awarded annually to international and DACA students enrolled at schools MPOWER supports.
Grand Prize: $10,000
Honorable Mentions (2): $2,000
FAQ on MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship
How can I apply for this scholarship?
All eligible students must complete the application form and submit the essay, whether or not you are an MPOWER borrower.
Must I have my visa approved by the time I apply?
You must have your visa stamped in your passport by the closing date of the competition.
How will the winners be selected?
Winners will be selected based solely on their essay submission. MPOWER will select winners based on:
** The quality of the applicant’s essay; the essay should demonstrate clarity of thought, a compelling goals and vision, and superior communication skills in English;
** The extent to which there is a clear nexus between the applicant’s intended field of study and his/her goals and aspirations; and
** The applicant’s potential as a scientist, entrepreneur, leader, and/or change-maker who will make a positive impact.
How many scholarships are offered?
MPOWER will offer one $10,000 grand prize scholarship and two $2,000 scholarships for this scholarship cycle.
When will the winners be notified?
We expect to notify the winners within 8 weeks of the deadline.
When and how do the recipients receive the scholarship funds?
Following MPOWER’s selection of winners, MPOWER will verify their eligibility. Following such verification, all winners will be sent a Release. Following MPOWER’s receipt of a winner’s executed Release, MPOWER will disburse the funds directly to the winner’s college/university, subject to the requirements of any applicable U.S. or Canadian laws.
In the event that a winner cannot be verified, or fails or refuses to execute the Release, such person becomes ineligible for the scholarship and MPOWER will select a replacement winner.
What is the Deadline of Global Citizen Scholarship?
The MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship application deadline for this cycle is 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST) on October 31, 2024.