The Organization of American States’ (OAS) Scholarships for Latin Americans and Caribbeans in the USA

The Organization of American States’ (OAS) Scholarships for Latin Americans and Caribbeans in the USA

Puerto Rico is home to the 2024 OAS-UAGM Scholarship program. The recipients of the scholarships will attend the on-site academic programs offered by the Universidad Ana G. Méndez (UAGM), which has several campuses and university centers spread out around the island.

The 2024 OAS-UAGM Scholarship offers a unique opportunity for students from OAS member states (https://www.oas.org/en/member_states/)to pursue higher education at the Universidad Ana G. Méndez (UAGM). This scholarship, provided in collaboration with the Organization of American States (OAS), aims to foster academic and professional development through various onsite programs.

When is Application Deadline:

The last date to submit your application for this OAS-UAGM Scholarship is August 31, 2024.

Tell Me About the Award:

The Organization of American States’ (OAS) Rowe Fund program offers interest-free loans of up to US$15,000, as well as supplementary scholarships of up to US$2,000 for Latin American and Caribbean students studying at U.S. universities. These funds are designed to help cover the expenses associated with tuition and living costs.

To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must also be in the process of applying for an interest-free loan. The program supports students in the last two years of their undergraduate or graduate studies and is available to students from 32 eligible countries in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Which Fields are Eligible?

All fields offered by the university of your choice

Type:

Undergraduate – Bachelor’s

Graduate – Master’s

Graduate – Doctorate

Who can Apply for The Organization of American States Scholarships?

Latin Americans and Caribbeans in the USA

How are Applicants Selected?

• Academic and professional background
• Geographical distribution, prioritizing smaller and less developed economies
• Essays demonstrating potential impact upon return to their home countries

Where will Award be Taken?

In the USA

How Many Awards?

Eligible students can receive up to a $15,000 interest-free loan and an additional $2,000 scholarship.

What is the Benefit of Award?

• 50% Tuition Waiver: Provided by UAGM for scholarship recipients.
• One-Time Tuition Allowance: The first 15 students to enroll will receive a $4,000 tuition allowance from the OAS.

How Long Will the Award Last?

Two years

How to Apply for The Organization of American States Scholarships:

Admission Application: https://uagm.edu/es/vida-estudiantil/becas-oea

Scholarship Application: https://www.oas.org/en/scholarships/PAEC/2024/2024%20OAS-UAGM%20Scholarship%20Program%20Announcement.pdf

Selection and Notification: UAGM will evaluate applications and notify selected candidates.

Financial Responsibilities

Scholarship recipients are responsible for:

• 50% of the remaining tuition cost
• Application fees
• Housing costs
• Meal plans
• Round-trip airfare
• Health insurance fees
• Books and study materials
• Visa fees
• Any additional fees not covered by the scholarship

Additionally, recipients can apply for the Rowe Fund student loan program (https://educationusa.state.gov/scholarships/rowe-fund-program), an interest-free educational loan program offering up to $15,000 to students from Latin America and the Caribbean.

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