International scholarships for Jamaican high school grads?

I'm a junior in Jamaica and thinking about going to college internationally. Does anyone have information on scholarships specifically for Jamaican students completing high school? Any leads on resources or organizations would be really helpful!

Sure, there are several scholarship opportunities for international students from Jamaica who are looking to pursue undergraduate studies abroad. Here are a few suggestions:

1. The Organization of American States (OAS) offers the OAS Academic Scholarship Program. This program is available to students from countries, including Jamaica, who are member states of the OAS and provides funding for undergraduate studies in any field except medical sciences and introductory language courses.

2. The UC Berkeley Undergraduate Scholarship is a need-based award for international students, including those from Jamaica, to attend UC Berkeley. Students must meet UC Berkeley's standards for financial need based on the information provided through their net price calculator.

3. The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program offers scholarships for students from Sub-Saharan Africa, including Jamaica, to study at partnering universities in the US and Canada. The scholarship includes tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, and transportation costs.

4. The Global Scholars Program at Clark University in Massachusetts, which provides a scholarship for four years, including a stipend for co-curricular experiences such as internships, research, and volunteering.

5. The University of the West Indies offers several scholarships for undergraduate students attending its three physical campuses.

6. More locally, the Jamaican Government and various Jamaican foundations and corporations offer scholarships specifically for Jamaican high school graduates. Some key ones to look into might be The GraceKennedy Jamaican Birthright Program and the Scholarships offered by the Jamaica Public Service (JPS) Foundation.

Remember, each of these will have distinctive requirements and application processes. Hence, it is crucial to research each thoroughly and ensure you’re a good fit before applying. Best of luck!