The University of the West Indies

The Lisa Gore Seifart Scholarship

Scholarship Deadline: 
Sunday, November 3, 2024
Documents & Details: 
The Lisa Gore Seifart Scholarship 
MSc in Psychology (UWI)
The Phillip, Christine Gore & Family Foundation and The University of the West Indies 
 
Terms & Conditions
 
  • PURPOSE & DESCRIPTION OF POSTGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP
The Scholarship will assist talented and financially challenged students in the completion of the MSc Psychology degree offered by The University of the West Indies, Mona Campus.
 
  •  DESCRIPTION OF SCHOLARSHIP
The Scholarship will:
a. Target high-achieving students
b. Cover tuition costs for graduate degree in Psychology
c. Make available Internship opportunities where available
 
  •  ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
The applicant must:
a. Be under 35 years of age
b. Be a Jamaican national
c. Successfully completed the BSc Psychology programme (for postgraduate applicants), and demonstrates a good academic record; maintain at least a B average or a GPA of 3.0
d. Demonstrate leadership qualities
e. Sustained good citizenship/ meet all other requirements of the University pertinent to student behaviour, discipline, and performance.
 
  •  VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIPS
a. Up to US$5,000 per annum.
b. The award covers/contributes to the Tuition, Books, and Accommodation expenses.
c. The Awardee may apply for other scholarships/grants and loans to cover other costs
 
  • DURATION OF AWARD:   One (1) year

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  • GRANT/SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION REQUIREMENT
​All applications shall be accompanied by the following documents:
a. Transcript from The UWI or other institution (covering Year 1 or the previous programme)
b. A one-page essay on the Applicant’s educational goals
c. 2 reference letters (please use The UWI's referee report form)
 
  •  SELECTION PROCESS
  1. The scholarship would be advertised on campus and/ or any other University media (and by any other institution named by the Donor).
  2. Short-listed candidates will be interviewed by a panel including personnel from UWI, the Donor, and any other representative, as selected by the Donor.

 

  • HOW TO APPLY                   
Submit the completed Scholarship Application Form (if hardcopy submit two (2) copies / if softcopy submit one (1) copy), along with the following:
  • Along with a current national photo identification
  • Copy transcript from The UWI or any other institution
  • One-page educational goals essay
  • Two (2) reference letters (please use The UWI's Referee Report Form)
Send all documents to the School for Graduate Studies and Research via email at sgsr@uwimona.edu.jm under the subject GORE POSTGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP, on/before the stipulated deadline.    
   

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About the Lisa Gore Seifart Scholarship at The UWI: Empowering Education

One of Jamaica’s leading housing development companies, Gore Developments Ltd., has made a significant investment in the Endowment Fund at The University of the West Indies (The UWI). The contribution made during the UWI Global Giving campaign in 2020, continues a longstanding relationship that the company has had with the regional University aimed at enhancing access to education.

In memory of their daughter, who passed away in July 2020, The Lisa Gore Seifart Scholarship, was established for students pursuing studies in Psychology, at the undergraduate or graduate levels, commemorating her legacy as a Psychologist. This scholarship supports aspiring Psychology students at The UWI fostering the next generation of Early Childhood educators and counselors. The partnership exemplifies The Gore Developments Ltd's commitment to education and societal progress.

The Vice-Chancellor noted that Phillip and Christine Gore's unwavering dedication to education is well aligned with The UWI’s goal to prepare our graduates to effectively address the social challenges in our communities and that The University of the West Indies acknowledges education's cardinal role as a conduit to emancipation.

UWI Global Giving: Fostering Impact

UWI Global Giving provides a platform for UWI's community, including alumni and supporters, to contribute to the university's growth and Caribbean development. By investing in education and human resources, this initiative aligns with UWI's mission to address societal challenges and uplift communities, echoing the values of the Lisa Gore Seifart Endowment Fund.

 

Scholarship Category: 
Scholarships - Research and Professional Development Programmes