The Margaret McNamara Educational Grants (MMEG) aim to support women from developing countries who are pursuing education to improve the lives of women and children in their communities.
MMEG stands out as one of the few organizations offering financial assistance to such women. Grant recipients are encouraged to share information about the program with fellow students and build connections with other beneficiaries.
The program supports a wide range of academic disciplines, including formal, applied, and social sciences, across undergraduate, postgraduate, and certificate levels.
Margaret McNamara Educational Grant 2025 Overview
- Type: Grants
- Sponsor: Margaret McNamara Educational Grants
- Study Locations: USA and Canada
- Eligible Countries: Developing Countries
- Benefit: $15,000 grant for the study duration
- Deadline: January 15, 2025
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Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the MMEG 2025 grant, applicants must:
- Identify as a woman and be at least 25 years old by the application deadline.
- Hold citizenship of a country on the MMEG Country Eligibility List (except for the Trinity Washington University program).
- Be actively enrolled (not just accepted) at an accredited, in-person academic institution when applying.
- Plan to complete at least one full academic semester (half-year term) after receiving the grant.
- Graduate within three years of being awarded the grant.
- Have no immediate family ties to staff, retirees, or board members of the World Bank Group, IMF, Inter-American Development Bank, or MMEG.
Required Documents
To complete your application, ensure the following documents are scanned (preferably in PDF format):
- Photo Identification:
- For those studying abroad: Passport page showing photo and date of birth.
- For those studying domestically: Government or university-issued ID with photo and birth date.
- Proof of Registration:
- Current official university registration (not an acceptance letter).
- University Transcripts:
- Latest official transcripts or academic reports.
- Visa/Study Permit:
- Applicable if studying outside your home country.
- Second Passport Page (if dual citizenship applies):
- Ensure a clear photo is included.
- Personal Statements:
- Outline your personal story, academic journey, and future plans related to supporting women and children in developing countries.
- Financial Plan:
- Provide an estimate of your financial needs and strategies to fund your upcoming academic year.
- Thesis Summary (if applicable):
- Include objectives, methodology, findings, and relevance to your career goals.
- Two Reference Letters:
- One from a faculty member of your current university.
- The other from a non-family individual who knows you well (minimum two semesters).
Application Notes
- Incomplete submissions will be automatically disqualified.
- Reference letters must be submitted directly via the Embark online platform. Referees will receive a unique email link to upload their recommendations.
- Applicants will be notified upon successful submission of the reference letters.
Application Deadline: January 15, 2025
