KINGSTON, Jamaica — Students who were successful in the 2024 Grade Six Primary Exit Profile (PEP) examinations are being invited to apply for the opportunity to receive one of 17 five-year scholarships or 10 one-time grants from the JN Foundation Scholarship Programme.

Fourteen awardees are to be selected for the JN Foundation PEP Parish Scholarship, three are to be selected for the JN Bank Easi-Save County Scholarship and 10 are to receive one-time grants from JN Money.

The company said an additional 20 scholarships are also awarded to the children of employees of the Jamaica National Group.

Parents are invited to review the criteria and apply for the scholarships and grant via the JN Foundation’s website. The application deadline is Monday, July 15.

Youth and Education Lead at the JN Foundation, Shanna Kaye Wright Vaughn noted that the organisation, which has an over 40-year tradition of awarding grade six students who are successful in their primary level exit examinations, continues to provide academic and personal support to both the scholars and their families.

“We are delighted to again open applications for these scholarships and grants which have been made possible through the member companies of the Jamaica National Group,” she said.

“The JN Scholarship Programme supports the education of JN members’ children, aiming to advance their academic and personal development through engaging activities. JN scholars benefit from opportunities such as an annual summer camp with local and international speakers, events with JN Group leaders, and sessions on financial literacy, goal setting, stress management, and habits for high school success. A mentorship programme will launch in the new academic year, further enhancing support for students,” Wright Vaughn continued.

To be eligible for the scholarships, students must have completed the 2024 Primary Exit Profile and should not be a recipient of a government scholarship or other long-term scholarships.

The student, a parent or legal guardian must have a relationship with a JN Group company for at least one year – either as a member, customer or client of JN Bank, JN Fund Managers, JN Life Insurance, JN General Insurance, JN Bank (Small Business Loans Division), Jamaica Automobile Association or JN Money Services.