scholarships.gov.tt SATIS Online System Trinidad & Tobago : SATD Advanced Training Division

Name of the Organization : Scholarships & Advanced Training Division SATD
Type of Facility : SATIS Online System
Country : Trinidad & Tobago

Website : http://www.scholarships.gov.tt/
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SATIS Online System :

The Scholarships and Advanced Training Division (SATD) is responsible for the administration of scholarships offered by/ through the Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago (GoRTT).

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Each scholarship offered has specific requirements. You must carefully review all the information provide to determine your eligibility.

You can view all the available scholarships here or keep reading for further details.

All scholarships are processed via our online system – SATIS.

If you are interested in applying for a scholarship click on ‘How to Apply?’ for general guidelines and a list of the documents you will need.

What Do We Offer?:
|The Scholarships and Advanced Training Division (SATD) is responsible for the administration of scholarships and long-term technical assistance awards offered by/ through the Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago (GoRTT).

All competitive scholarships offered are based on the Revised Interim Human Resource Development Needs List of Trinidad and Tobago. The list highlights critical human resource skills gaps within Trinidad and Tobago and is constantly reviewed and updated to reflect the changing needs of the country. It should be noted that to be considered eligible for the award of a scholarship, persons must pursue areas of study identified on the list.

All scholarships offered to citizens of Trinidad and Tobago on a competitive basis are advertised through this website, daily newspapers and social media.

Other scholarships such as the Advanced Level and Teacher Education Scholarships are also administered by the SATD, Ministry of Public Administration.

Who Can Apply?:
To be eligible for the award of a scholarship, applicants MUST:
** Be a citizen of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago
** Not have residency status in any other country
** Be medically and physically fit to complete the academic programme
** Have been accepted or applied to an accredited or recognised academic institution to pursue an accredited/recognised course of study.

(Except for scholarships offered to nationals of other countries)

Please note:
Each scholarship offered has specific requirements. You must carefully review all the information stated in the advertisement to determine your eligibility for the scholarship.

On Completion of Studies – Obligatory Service:
After you have completed your period of study, you will be required to serve a specific period of obligatory service in the Public Sector. The period of obligatory service ranges from one [1] year to five [5] years based on the total cost of the scholarship.

How to Apply?:
|All applications are to be completed and submitted online using the Scholarships and Advanced Training Information System (SATIS).

Once you have completed the form and submitted, you will receive an automatic email acknowledging your submission which will give you access to a SATIS profile where you can upload your supporting documentation.

What Documents Do You Need To Provide Via SATIS?
Generally, applications for all scholarships offered by the Government of Trinidad and Tobago must be supported by:
** Academic Certificates, Degrees of Diplomas
** Statement of Recognition from The Accreditation Council of Trinidad and Tobago (ACTT), except for those programmes listed as accredited by the ACTT
** Proof of application to/acceptance from an academic institution
** Electronic Birth Certificate (with affidavit where necessary)
** Proof of Change of Name (where necessary)
** Bio-data page from valid Trinidad and Tobago Passport.
** National Identification Card or Driver’s Permit
** Persons born outside of Trinidad and Tobago must provide evidence of citizenship and residency
** Medical certificate from a certified medical practitioner
** Public Officers applying for a scholarship must submit a letter from their Permanent Secretary/Head of Department indicating that they are not the subject of any disciplinary matters, and that they will be released in the event that they are awarded the scholarship.
** Two (2) recommendations, one (1) of which must be an academic recommendation submitted by the recommender on behalf of the applicant.
** Any further documentation which support your application for a scholarship in your chosen course of study.

You will be required to provide original documents upon request. Please Click Here to download the Required Documents Checklist

What is the Scholarship Process? :
After you have applied via SATIS your application will be reviewed and you will be notified of the result of your application.

Candidates, who are eligible for awards, may be required to attend an interview as part of the selection process.

Candidates are selected by a Scholarships Selection Committee appointed by the Cabinet of Trinidad and Tobago.

The Committee comprises representatives from the Public Service, Private Sector Organizations and the University of the West Indies.

In cases where specialized knowledge of an area of study is required, the Committee co-opts the services of experts in the field. Cabinet agrees to the award of scholarships on the recommendation of the Scholarships Selection Committee.

Contact Us
Scholarships & Advanced Training Division SATD
Level 5, National Library Building
Corner Hart and Abercromby Streets
Port of Spain
Trinidad and Tobago
West Indies