Summary
The Margaret McNamara Education Grants (MMEG) provide financial assistance to women from developing countries pursuing education with the aim of improving the lives of women and children in their communities. MMEG offers various programs, including the US-Canada, Trinity Washington University, Latin America, France, and South Africa programs, tailored to different regions and universities. Grants range from $5,000 to $15,000, depending on the program and availability of funds. MMEG supports undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral studies, and recipients must demonstrate a commitment to fostering positive change in developing countries.
Benefits
Financial grants of up to $15,000 (depending on the program).
Support for tuition, living expenses, and other academic needs.
Opportunity to advance education and improve communities in developing countries.
Eligibilities.
Applicants must identify as women and be at least 25 years old at the time of the application deadline.
Must be nationals of countries listed on the MMEG country eligibility list (with specific exceptions for some programs).
Must be registered at an accredited in-person academic institution and program at the time of application submission.
Should plan to enroll for at least one full academic semester following the award of the grant.
Must intend to graduate no later than three years after receiving the grant.
Must not be related to staff or board members of the World Bank, IMF, IDB, or MMEG.
Specific programs, like US-Canada or Trinity Washington University, may have additional criteria (e.g., visa requirements or eligibility for part-time students)
Deadline The application deadline varies based on the program:
US-Canada and Trinity Washington University programs: January 15, 11:59 PM EST.
South Africa program: September 14, 11:59 PM EST..
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