University of the West Indies – Caribbean Actuarial Scholarship

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In memory of Basil L. and Monica G. Virtue

The Caribbean Actuarial Scholarship was established in 2008 in memory of Basil L. and Monica G. Virtue by their son-in-law, S. Michael McLaughlin, FSA, MAAA, an actuary who graduated from UWI. The scholarship is intended to be an annual award to University of the West Indies (UWI) actuarial student(s) who demonstrate a strong record of accomplishment, leadership qualities and commitment to becoming an actuary.

Important Dates for the University of the West Indies – Caribbean Actuarial Scholarship

November 1, 2023
July 31, 2024
August 29, 2024

Applications Open

Application Deadline

Award Announcement

This award cycle covers the 2023-2024 school year period

What are the scholarship amounts?

The scholarship amounts are $2,000 for students entering their second year of studies, $3,000 for students entering their third year of studies and a $1,000 floating scholarship.

There is also a $500.00 bonus award available for each Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS), Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA) or Society of Actuaries (SOA) exam passed while enrolled in the Actuarial Science Program at the University of the West Indies or within 9 months of graduating from the program.

Am I eligible?

Qualifications include:

  • Must be an undergraduate student entering their second or third year at the University of the West Indies
  • Must be enrolled in UWI’s actuarial science program
  • Must hold a minimum GPA of 3.0 or equivalent

4 Steps to Apply for a Scholarship from The Actuarial Foundation

Applying for the University of the West Indies – Caribbean Actuarial Scholarship is easy. Follow the steps below to get started.

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Past University of the West Indies – Caribbean Actuarial Scholarship Recipients

Ruth-Ann Blair

Ruth-Ann Blair, The University of the West Indies

2021 University of the West Indies – Caribbean Actuarial Scholarship Award Recipient

 “I would like to express my sincere gratitude to you for making the Caribbean Actuarial Scholarship possible. I was thrilled to learn of my selection for this award, and I am deeply appreciative of and inspired by your support.”