What is study financing?

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The Study Financing Program

Study financing is provided by the Government of St.Maarten to eligible citizens of St.Maarten, to pursue professional development opportunities thereby assisting in creation of a better future for the beneficiaries and the community at large. Study Financing from the Government of St.Maarten  is awarded as: 100 % loan Older than 26 years, Parental income >…

What amounts are awarded per country?

The maximum amount awarded per year per student depends on : Place of study Educational Institution Study financing from the Government of St.Maarten covers completely or in part the cost related to tuition, living expenses, housing and study materials. Eligibilty for funding from an alternate source or funding agency All additional expenses exceeding the maximum…

How are payments made?

How are payments made? Study financing is usually disbursed in two equal installments commonly in months August and in January. Study financing recipients may also request disbursement of their funds in three equal installments All payments are made in US dollars through WIB bank. Students studying in USM, Curacao, Aruba, Bonaire receive their payments in the…

What costs are covered by study financing?

What costs are covered by study financing? (Completely or in part) Tuition fees, books and living expenses Tickets as a 100% grant : A one-way ticket to the place of study. A one-way ticket to St.Maarten upon completion of studies. One roundtrip ticket to take up an internship preferably on St.Maarten. (conditions apply) Students studying on…

For how many years will be you eligible for study financing?

For how many years will be you eligible for study financing? Study financing is granted in principle for the normal duration of the study, however the study financing must be extended yearly based on the submission of study results, parental tax income and updated personal information. Maximum duration: The Netherlands/Curacao and Aruba: 6 years All…
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