SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
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The scholarship program is available to individuals of Bolivian nationality or descent. One $500
award will be issued for the 2011-2012 academic year. The application period starts on
April 15, 2011 and closes on June 30, 2011. The applicant must
submit a completed application and a personal essay to the following address:
Payment will be made directly to the academic institution.
The applicant must meet the requirements below. Supporting documents will be required prior to
awarding the scholarship, but must NOT be submitted with the application:
1. Must be of Bolivian nationality or descent.
2. The applicant, or the dependent applicant's parent or legal guardian, must reside in RI.
3. The applicant must demonstrate involvement in the community.
4. The applicant must posses the ability to communicate competently in English and Spanish.
5. The applicant must be able to produce proof of enrollment.
Below is a partial list of acceptable supporting documents that can be submitted upon request:
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Nationality
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- Passport of Bolivia
- Identification Card of Bolivia (Cedula de Identidad)
- Voting Certificate of Bolivia (Certificado de Sufragio)
- Birth Certificate of Bolivia
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Descent
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- Birth Certificate (applicant's) AND any of the documents listed above for the parent.
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Residence
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- A recent utility statement under the applicant's name or the dependent applicant's parent's name.
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if you have questions, please send an email to: info@ribaa.org
or call Ronald De La Zerda at 241.7774
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