Wells Mountain Initiative Scholars Program
Location: Home country or another developing country
Location: Home country or another developing country
The Wells Mountain Initiative (WMI) Scholars Program is a prestigious scholarship designed to empower students from developing countries by providing financial support for their undergraduate education. This initiative focuses on fostering leadership, community service, and academic excellence, enabling scholars to create positive change in their communities. With partial funding, mentorship opportunities, and access to a global network, the WMI Scholars Program helps young leaders achieve their educational dreams while contributing to regional development. The program is highly competitive, selecting only about 5% of applicants each year, making it a remarkable opportunity for dedicated and passionate students.
Applicants must meet the following requirements to be considered for the WMI Scholars Program 2025:
Must be 35 years old or younger as of August 1, 2025
Have completed or be in the final year of secondary education with above-average academic performance
Be applying for or currently enrolled in their first undergraduate degree
Must study in their home country or another developing country
Plan to reside and work in their home country after graduation
Have participated in volunteer or community service activities
Require financial assistance but have some available funding
Family members of WMI staff and scholars are ineligible
Students intending to study in the US, Canada, Australia, UK, or Western Europe do not qualify
Visit the Official Website – Access the WMI application portal.
Create an Account – Register with a valid email and password.
Complete the Application Form – Accurately fill in personal and academic details.
Upload Required Documents – Submit documents in accepted formats (JPG, PNG, GIF, DOC, DOCX, PDF).
Submit Your Application – Review and verify all details before final submission.
Await Selection Results – Shortlisted candidates will be notified by August 1, 2025.
Partial tuition coverage to reduce financial burdens
Assistance for living expenses throughout the study period
Support for purchasing books and academic materials
Required Documents
Candidates must prepare and submit the following documents:
Completed WMI application form for 2025
Recent passport-sized photograph
Personal essay statement (as per application guidelines)
Two recommendation letters on official letterhead
Official transcripts from secondary school
Official grading key to interpret secondary school grades
Official transcripts from tertiary studies (if applicable)
Official grading key to interpret tertiary grades
Official results from national exams (if applicable)
Proof of residence
Documents must be translated into English if originally in another language
The Wells Mountain Initiative (WMI) Scholars Program supports students from developing countries and encourages them to pursue their undergraduate education in their home country or another developing country. The program does not fund studies in the US, Canada, Australia, the UK, or Western Europe. WMI itself is based in the United States, but its scholarships are intended to support students globally, focusing on regions where access to higher education is limited.
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