Overview
Digi has established and successfully operated a secondary school scholarship program as a part of our commitment to the development of Education in Belize. Since its inception in 1991, over 700 students have successfully completed the program. Students who are awarded a scholarship select the high school of their choice and receive a full package of paid tuition and new textbooks for four years.
Digi Scholarships are awarded based on financial need and academic merit in addition to the following eligibility criteria:
- Applicant must be a Belizean citizen or a child of a Belizean citizen and residing in Belize for at least three (3) consecutive years.
- Applicant must be a full-time student of a recognized educational institution by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Technology of Belize (MOECST)
- Applicant must be entering high school for the first time.
- Applicant must have an average score of 80% or its equivalent GPA for Standard 4, 5 and 6.
- Applicants whose parents’ or guardian’s combined gross annual income is $20,000 or more are not eligible for a scholarship
What is the Digi Scholarship Program?
Digi has established and successfully operated a secondary school scholarship program as a part of our commitment to the development of Education in Belize
Digi has established and successfully operated a secondary school scholarship program as a part of our commitment to the development of Education in Belize
The Digi Scholarship Program has been in operation since 1991. To date, over 700 students have successfully benefitted from the program.
Who can qualify for a Digi Scholarship?
Students entering high school for the first time can apply for a Digi Scholarship.
What expenses does the Digi Scholarship cover?
Students who are awarded a scholarship receive FREE tuition and new textbooks.
What are the requirements when applying for a Digi Scholarship?
- Applicants MUST be a Belizean or a child of a Belizean and have been residing in Belize for at least three (3) consecutive years.
- Applicants whose parents or guardians’ combined gross annual income is $20,000.00 are not eligible for a Digi scholarship.
- Applicant must be a full-time student of a recognized educational institution by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Technology of Belize (MOECST)
- Applicant MUST be entering High School for the first time.
- The applicant must have an average of 80% or above for Standard 4,5 and 6
What documents do I need to submit when I apply for a Digi Scholarship?
- A copy of the applicant’s birth certificate.
- A copy of the Parents/Guardians Tax TD4 Supplementary slips OR official income statement letter from the Income Tax Department in your district OR letter from employer (necessary for both working parents/guardians where applicable).
- A copy of the applicant’s yearly report cards for Standard 4, 5 and 6.
If awarded a Digi Scholarship, can I select the school that I want to attend?
If awarded a Digi Scholarship you are able to attend the school of your choice.
When is the deadline to apply for a Digi Scholarship?
The deadline to apply for a Digi Scholarship is June, 30 2024.
Who can I contact for more information about the Digi Scholarship Program?
For more information, kindly contact the Communications Department at prdept@livedigi.com