UNITAS of JAMAICA Scholarship Application Form
Select a Scholarship
Empowering Young Minds Scholarship Program
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION 2025
INSTRUCTIONS
This form with all supporting documents is to be received no later than April 30, 2025. Applications must be submitted online only.
Should you have any questions regarding your application, please contact us via email at:
Select and apply for ONE of the following scholarships:
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The Rt. Honorable Bishop Stanley Clarke Scholarship
Eligibility requirements for candidates:
A male and female Jamaican national.
Possess good academic records (80% or equivalent).
Attends a Moravian Sunday School and transitioning to High School.
Have already been accepted by the institution.
Is a resident of a community serviced by the church.
Demonstrate a financial need.
Actively involved in church, community and/or school activities.
Value of award: JM$25,000.00 per annum – renewable for one (1) year on confirmation of good academic standing and other eligibility requirements.
The Islan Farquharson Scholarship
Eligibility requirements for candidates:
A male Jamaican national.
Possess good academic records (80% or equivalent).
Attends the Springfield Moravian Sunday School and transitioning to High School.
Have already been accepted by the institution.
Is a resident of the Springfield or Cheviot Hill Communities.
Demonstrate a financial need.
Be actively involved in church, community and/or school activities.
Value of award: JD$25,000.00 per annum – renewable for one (1) year on confirmation of good academic standing and other eligibility requirements.
The Claris Farquharson Scholarship
Eligibility requirements for candidates:
A female Jamaican national.
Possess good academic records (80% or equivalent).
Attends the Springfield Moravian Sunday School and transitioning to High School.
Have already been accepted by the institution.
Is a resident of the Springfield or Cheviot Hill Communities.
Demonstrate a financial need.
Be actively involved in church, community and/or school activities.
Value of award: JD$25,000.00 per annum – renewable for one (1) year on confirmation of good academic standing and other eligibility requirements.
The Children of Claris & Islan Farquharson Scholarship
Eligibility requirements for candidates:
A Jamaican national.
Possess good academic records (80% or equivalent).
Attends Springfield Primary School and is transitioning to high school.
Have already been accepted by the institution.
Is a resident of the Springfield or Cheviot Hill Communities.
Demonstrate a financial need.
Actively involved in church, community and/or school activities.
Value of award: JM$25,000.00 per annum – renewable for one (1) year on confirmation of good academic standing. and other eligibility requirements
The Mavis and Sarah Educational (MASE) Foundation Scholarship
Eligibility requirements for candidates:
A female and male Jamaican national.
Possess good academic records (80% or equivalent).
Attends Fairfield Primary School and is transitioning to high school.
Have already been accepted by the institution.
Is a resident of the communities serviced by the school.
Demonstrate a financial need.
Actively involved in church, community and/or school activities.
Value of award: JM$25,000.00 per annum – renewable for one (1) year on confirmation of good academic standing and other eligibility requirements.
The Upward & Onward (U&O) and Junos Society Educational Scholarship
Eligibility requirements for candidates:
A Junos and U&O girl of Jamaican national.
Possess good academic records (80% or equivalent).
Is an active member of the Society.
Demonstrate a financial need.
Actively involved in church, community and/or school activities.
Value of award: JM$25,000.00 per annum – previous recipients will not be eligible for reapplication.
The Edlin Thompson Educational Scholarship
Eligibility requirements for candidates:
A male and female Jamaican national.
Possess good academic records (80% or equivalent).
Attends a Moravian Sunday School and transitioning to High School.
Have already been accepted by the institution.
Is a resident of a community serviced by the church.
Demonstrate a financial need.
Actively involved in church, community and/or school activities.
Value of award: JM$25,000.00 per annum – renewable for one (1) year on confirmation of good academic standing and other eligibility requirements.
The Lester Murray Agricultural Scholarship
Eligibility requirements for candidates:
A male and female Jamaican national.
Possess academic good academic records (80% or equivalent).
Attends a Moravian Sunday School and is transitioning to high school.
Accepted by a specialized High School focusing on Agriculture and agriculture/agronomy related fields.
Is a resident of ta community serviced by the church.
Demonstrate a financial need.
Actively involved in church, community and/or school activities.
Value of award: JM$25,000.00 per annum – renewable for one (1) year on confirmation of good academic standing and other eligibility requirements.
Student Information
*Name: ______________________________ __________________________________ ______
Last First M.I.
2. * Gender: _______ [Dropdown selection of Male or female] *Nationality/Citizenship: ____________
3. *Home Address: ________________________________________________________________
*City/District: ________________________________*Parish: ___________________________
4. *Primary telephone: (________) ______________________________
Secondary telephone: (________) ___________________________
5. *E-mail: _______________________________________________________________________
6. *Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY): _______/ _______/ ___________
Parent/Guardian Information - Must be completed for all applicants who are minors.
*Name: ______________________________ __________________________________ ______
Last First M.I.
2. * Gender: ______________ *Nationality/Citizenship: __________ [Ability to upload DL or Government issued identification to prove Jamaican nationality/citizenship]
3. * Status: Married Single Widowed [This could also be dropdown]
4. *Home Address: ________________________________________________________________
*City/District: ________________________________*Parish: ___________________________
5. *Primary telephone: (________) ______________________________
Secondary telephone: (________) ___________________________
6. *E-mail: _______________________________________________________________________
7. *Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY): _______/ _______/ ___________
Student’s Educational Information
Primary/High School Students Complete this Section and attach your 2 most recent report cards: [Ability to upload report cards]
1. *What school do you currently attend?
*Name: ________________________________________________________________________
*City/District: ____________________________ *Parish: ______________________________
*Phone number: (________) ______________________
*Principal’s Name: ______________________________________________________________
*Email: _________________________________________________________________________
2. *What are your current grades: [This could also be dropdown with grade options]
English:________________ Grade:__________________
Mathematic____________ Grade:__________________
Science:_______________ Grade:__________________
Social Studies:__________ Grade:__________________
Religion:________________ Grade:__________________
3. *What High School do you attend or will attend in 2025-2026? (If undecided at present, send the school’s name, city, and Parish to us before June 15.)
*Name: _________________________________________________________________________
City: _______________________________ Parish:_____________________________________
After School Curricular Activities
1. * Describe below the community or church related curricular activity you are involved in.
Financial Information – To be completed by Parent/Guardian or Adult Student
1. *Current Occupation/Title: ______________________________________________________
2. *Name of Employer: ____________________________________________________________
3. *Employer Phone: (________) ______________________
4. *Your Annual Income: $ *Total Annual Household Income: $ [upload financial document to support this representation] [Ability to upload 2 most recent paystubs]
Church and U&O Affiliation
1. *Name of Church holding your Membership: ____________________________________
2. *U&O/Juno Branch: ____________________________________________________________
3. *U&O/Juno Branch Leader: _____________________________________________________
References: Provide 2 professional references (e.g., Minister, Principal, Teacher, etc.)
[Ability to upload references]
1a. *Name: ________________________________________________________________________
*Phone: (________) ______________________
*Email: _________________________________________________________________________
2b. *Name: ________________________________________________________________________
*Phone: (________) ______________________
*Email: _________________________________________________________________________
1. *The Essay:
What does the scholarship committee need to know about you in 500 words or less? The committee members will be especially interested in these points: your most notable qualities, accomplishments, awards and examples of your demonstrated leadership ability.
Attach your essay to this form. The essay is limited to no more than 500 words. Recommendation: Carefully proof your essay and know that well-done short essays are admired. [Ability to either upload essay or create box for text w/in the application with word count not exceeding 500]
2. *Certification Statement:
By signing my name below, I confirm that all of the information provided above and in the accompanying documents is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Signed: _________________________________________________ Date:_______________
Print: ______________________________________________________________________________
Name of Parent/Guardian or Adult Student [Ability electronically sign doc]
Student Information
Parent/Guardian Information
Educational Information
Essay
Signature
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