The University College of the Cayman Islands (UCCI) and Digicel Cayman Ltd have renewed their scholarship partnership for Fall 2025, continuing the $10,000 programme that supports Caymanian students pursuing associate or bachelor's degrees across all disciplines.
The renewal follows the successful implementation of the initial scholarship programme launched in January 2025, which has provided critical financial support to promising Caymanian students facing barriers to higher education.
"The positive impact of our partnership with Digicel has been immediate and meaningful," said Dr. Livingston Smith, Acting President and CEO of UCCI.
"Renewing this programme for Fall 2025 demonstrates both organizations' sustained commitment to making higher education accessible and developing the next generation of Caymanian leaders."
The scholarship supports students who demonstrate academic promise, leadership potential, and commitment to community service. Funds cover tuition and related educational expenses for students pursuing studies at UCCI across any academic discipline.
Mayra Castillo, CEO of Digicel Cayman, emphasized the company's ongoing dedication to educational investment: "Seeing the difference this scholarship has made in students' lives reinforces why education remains a cornerstone of our community investment. We're proud to continue this partnership and expand opportunities for young Caymanians to achieve their academic and professional goals."
Applications for the Fall 2025 Digicel-UCCI Scholarship are open and close on 4 August 2025. Eligible students must meet UCCI's admission requirements and demonstrate financial need. Applications can be made by visiting www.ucci.edu.ky/scholarships
The scholarship programme represents part of both organizations' broader commitment to fostering local talent and innovation in the Cayman Islands. The partnership addresses critical financial barriers while identifying and supporting students positioned to make significant contributions to their communities and the broader Caymanian workforce.
