The Rotary Club of Tokyo-West is excited to announce the Pacific Basin Group (PBG) Friendship Scholarship for the academic years 2024-25 and 2025-26. This $10,000 scholarship supports undergraduate students from Micronesia, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, and Palau who are pursuing their degrees at the University of Guam.

The scholarship program is open to undergraduate students from the Federated States of Micronesia, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, and Palau who are in the final 60 credit hours of their degree at the University of Guam or transferring from a 2-year college.

The University of Guam (UOG) is a premier institution located in Mangilao, Guam, offering diverse undergraduate and graduate programs that cater to the unique needs of the Pacific region. Established in 1952, UOG serves as a hub for education, research, and cultural exchange, with a strong focus on sustainability and community development. The university is renowned for its commitment to fostering leadership and innovation, particularly among students from Guam, Micronesia, and neighboring islands.

Application Deadline: January 31, 2025

Brief Description

• University or Organization: University of Guam, Rotary International District 2750 (Pacific Basin Group), in partnership with the Rotary Club of Tokyo-West
• Department: NA
• Course Level: Undergraduate
• Award: $10,000 (less administrative processing fee) for up to two academic years
• Access Mode: Online
• Number of Awards: One
• Nationality: Citizens of the Federated States of Micronesia, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, or Palau
• The award can be taken in: United States

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: Citizens of the Federated States of Micronesia, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, or Palau
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in any subject offered by the University of Guam
• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Be in the last 60 credit hours of their undergraduate degree program at the University of Guam or transferring from a 2-year college to the University of Guam.
• Maintain full-time enrollment and academic progress toward a degree.
• Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Demonstrate financial need, verified by the Financial Aid Office of the University of Guam.
• Not be a recipient of any other type of private or national scholarship.
• Immediate family members of Rotary Club members are ineligible.
• Applicants outside Guam must undergo an interview with the Rotary Club in their country, which will provide recommendations to the University of Guam Financial Aid Office.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must complete the application form and submit all required documents, including evidence of financial need and academic progress, to the University of Guam Financial Aid Office (c/o Private Scholarship Coordinators). Applicants outside Guam must obtain a recommendation from their local Rotary Club.

Benefits

• A total award of $10,000, prorated over up to two academic years, distributed at the beginning of each qualifying semester.
• Financial support to cover tuition, fees, or other educational expenses.
• An opportunity to complete undergraduate studies and contribute to island communities as a future leader.

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