Fatoumata Jallow Memorial Scholarship for Women in Nursing – Now Open!
The Madison Kanifing Sister City Committee is proud to present this scholarship opportunity supporting women in The Gambia pursuing careers in healthcare.
Eligibility Criteria:
• Female
• Gambian citizenship
• Eligible high school student or currently enrolled college student
• Active community volunteer (minimum 25 hours within the last year)
• Demonstrated academic achievement
• Financial need (verified through school)
• Must be applying to a higher education degree in healthcare
• Must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA (semester grades required to continue receiving funding)
What the Scholarship Covers:
• Full tuition for the healthcare program
Schools Covered:
• Gambia College School of Nursing and Midwifery (Banjul)
• American International University West Africa (AIUWA) – School of Nursing
• School for Enrolled Community Health Nurses and Midwives
• School for Enrolled Nurses (Central River Region, The Gambia)
• Sami Institute of Nursing and Health Sciences
• University of The Gambia – Postgraduate Diploma Nursing Program
Application Deadline: June 15, 2026
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