St. George's University Launches $10 Million Humanitarian Scholarship Fund

ST. GEORGE, Grenada, Oct. 18, 2017 /PRNewswire/ --Today, St. George's University announced the creation of a $10 million scholarship fund for students interested in humanitarian work. Students may receive individual partial-tuition awards averaging $30,000.

"Social outreach and humanitarian work are central to our mission here at St. George's," said Dr. G. Richard Olds, president of St. George's University. "From Grenada to the thousands of hospitals and clinics worldwide where our graduates work, we've always sought to provide top-notch care to those in need. This scholarship fund will enable more students to pursue their passions for helping the underprivileged."

All students applying for admission for the January sessions will be automatically considered for the Humanitarian Scholarship. Eligible applicants will be evaluated based on their backgrounds in humanitarian work, such as dedicated work in Vistra, the Peace Corps, Habitat for Humanity, medical missions, or volunteer positions in community organizations ? all activities that show a dedication to improving the general welfare of mankind and its communities.

The Humanitarian Scholarship is one of many awards currently available to St. George's students. The Legacy of Excellence Scholarship Program, for example, offers partial-tuition scholarships to students with strong academic records. CityDoctors scholarships are awarded to students who intend to practice in urban communities after graduation.

"We work hard to make medical school a feasible option for each and every one of our applicants," Dr. Olds added. "The more scholarships we can offer, the more diverse and well-rounded our student body will be."

About St. George's University
St. George's University is a center of international education, drawing students and faculty from 140 countries to the island of Grenada, in the West Indies, to its programs in medicine, veterinary medicine, public health, science, social science, information technology, and business. St. George's is affiliated with educational institutions worldwide, including in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Ireland. The University's over 17,000 graduates include physicians, veterinarians, scientists, and public health and business professionals across the world. The University's programs are accredited and approved by many governing authorities and repeatedly recognized as the best in the region. For more information, visit www.sgu.edu.

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