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Ceiba Foundation Scholarship Application Form 
Academic Year 2026-2027
v8.0 - February 15th, 2026

 

Ceiba Foundation Scholarship Application Form Check List


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GPA Greater than 2.5**
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Carta de Aprovechamiento, issued by School of Engineering*
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Scholarship Accounting Form (Go To: https://fundacionceiba.org/2022_CeibaFund_files/Scholarship-Expenses-Form.xlsx*
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Ceiba Foundation Scholarship Application Form 
Academic Year 2026-2027
v8.0 - February 15th, 2026

Background

Fundación Ceiba is committed to supporting local communities and advancing its mission by offering the Engineering and Entrepreneurship Scholarship Program. The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial assistance to disadvantaged students, stimulate innovation, and contribute to economic growth in Puerto Rico. The scholarship will cover full tuition, living expenses, and other associated costs for students pursuing a degree in engineering at the University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus (UPRM).

 

Scholarship Overview


The Fundación Ceiba Engineering and Entrepreneurship Scholarship Program is designed to support Puerto Rican students who are pursuing undergraduate engineering degrees at UPRM. The scholarship will cover:

  • Full tuition and fees

  • Books and materials

  • Living expenses (e.g., food and board) for up to five years, or until graduation, whichever comes first.

The scholarship is renewable annually based on continued satisfactory academic performance and adherence to the program's terms and conditions.

Selection Criteria


The scholarship will be awarded based on the following criteria:

  • Financial need

  • Academic excellence: The student's potential for success in engineering studies.

  • Entrepreneurial interest: The student's interest in entrepreneurship and/or social entrepreneurship.

  • Social commitment: The student's demonstrated commitment to contributing to disadvantaged communities in Puerto Rico after graduation.

Eligibility Requirements


To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  1. Admission: Applicants must have been formally admitted to UPRM as first-year students, or for students applying for renewal, they must have successfully completed at least one year of studies at UPRM, with all required courses in the engineering curriculum and a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher.

  2. GPA Requirements:

    • Applicants for first-year scholarships must have a GPA greater than 3.0 in STEM courses completed during high school.

    • Scholarship recipients must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher in their field of study throughout the scholarship period.

  3. Schooling:

    • Applicants must have attended a public high school.

    • Applicants must be U.S. citizens.

    • Applicants must be born in Puerto Rico or have parents born in Puerto Rico.

Scholarship Renewal


The scholarship is for a duration of up to five years but is renewable on an annual basis. The scholarship may be renewed each year provided the recipient:

  • Continues to meet the eligibility requirements.

  • Maintains good academic standing with the University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus.

Post-Graduation Work Requirement


By accepting this scholarship, recipients agree to the following:

  • Employment Requirement: Upon graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering/Computer Science and Entrepreneurship or a related field, the scholarship recipient must work in Puerto Rico for a minimum of three (3) years.

  • Repayment Clause: If the recipient fails to meet the three-year work requirement in Puerto Rico, the scholarship amount must be repaid in full.

Supplemental Financial Aid

Scholarship recipients may apply for additional federal or state financial assistance while enrolled at UPRM. Any federal or state aid received will be deducted from the Fundación Ceiba Scholarship funds and used to support additional scholarship recipients.

Application Procedure

To apply for the Fundación Ceiba Scholarship, applicants must:

  1. Complete and submit the Ceiba Foundation Online Application.

  2. Achieve formal admission to UPRM as a first-year student or provide proof of successful completion of the first year at UPRM.

  3. Complete the standard financial aid application for UPRM. (The form is attached in PDF format.)

  4. First year students must submit the following documents:

    • A copy of your UPRM acceptance letter.

    • Your high school transcript (for first-year applicants) or UPRM first-year transcripts (for second-year applicants).

  5. Students renewing their scholarship must submit the following documents:
    • Copy of your UPRM transcript.
    • Copy of your "Carta de Aprovechamiento Academico" form generated by your discipline counselor and/or the academic dean of the school of engineering.
    • Copy of your FAFSA Application.
    • Copy of your financial expense form. You can find the form at: https://ceibafund.org/2022_CeibaFund_files/Accounting-Forms/Scholarship Expenses-Form.xlsx.

Documents should be submitted electronically via the online application form or emailed to submissions@ceibafoundation.org. Alternatively, they may be sent by mail to:
Fundación Ceiba
Attn: Scholarships
420 Lakeside Avenue, Suite #102
Marlborough, MA 01752

Agreement

By submitting the application, I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the terms and conditions outlined above regarding the Fundación Ceiba Engineering and Entrepreneurship Scholarship. I understand that failure to comply with any of the program requirements may result in the revocation of the scholarship or a requirement to repay the scholarship funds.

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Ceiba Foundation Scholarship Application Form 
Academic Year 2026-2027
v8.0 - February 15th, 2026

 

Section I - Applicants Basic Information

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Ceiba Foundation Scholarship Application Form 
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v8.0 - February 15th, 2026

 

Section III - Applicants Financial Information & Financial History

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Ceiba Foundation Scholarship Application Form 
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v8.0 - February 15th, 2026

 

Section IV - Applicants Additional Socio Economic Details

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Ceiba Foundation Scholarship Application Form 
Academic Year 2026-2027
v8.0 - February 15th, 2026

 

Section V -  Academic Information

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v8.0 - February 15th, 2026

 

Section VI - Social Commitment

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Ceiba Foundation Scholarship Application Form 
Academic Year 2026-2027
v8.0 - February 15th, 2026

 

Section VI -  Essay Questions & Submittal

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VIII. Student Acknowledgment:

By submitting this scholarship application, I hereby represent and warrant, under penalty of perjury, that I am the individual identified herein and that I satisfy all eligibility requirements for the scholarship. I further acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by the Terms and Conditions published on the Fundación Ceiba websites (www.fundacionceiba.org and www.ceibafund.org), as they may be amended from time to time.

I expressly authorize Fundación Ceiba and the RUM Office of Admissions to review, investigate, verify, and process this application and any supporting documentation, including the right to obtain and confirm information from third parties as deemed necessary. I consent to the use, storage, and disclosure of my information for purposes related to the evaluation and administration of this scholarship.

I certify that all information provided in this application is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand and agree that any false, misleading, or incomplete statement or omission may result in immediate disqualification, denial, or revocation of any scholarship awarded, and may subject me to additional administrative or legal action.

I agree to indemnify and hold harmless Fundación Ceiba and the RUM Office of Admissions from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from or related to any breach of the representations made herein. This certification shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, and I agree to submit to the jurisdiction of the appropriate courts for any disputes arising from this application.

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Scholarship Requirements:

  1. Service Obligation and Repayment
    Upon receiving a scholarship award from the Ceiba Foundation, each recipient shall execute a binding agreement providing that, upon graduation from the University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus (UPRM) with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Entrepreneurship, or a related discipline, the recipient will engage in full-time employment in Puerto Rico for a minimum period of three (3) consecutive years immediately following graduation.
  2. Duration and Renewal
    The scholarship is awarded for a maximum term of five (5) academic years. Continuation beyond each academic year is contingent upon annual review and confirmation of satisfactory academic progress, as defined by UPRM policies and any additional standards established by the Foundation. The Foundation reserves sole discretion in determining eligibility for renewal.
  3. Academic and Financial Standing
    Recipients must remain in good academic and financial standing with UPRM at all times during the award period. Failure to maintain such standing may result in suspension or termination of scholarship benefits.
  4. Coordination with Other Financial Aid
    Recipients are required to apply for all available federal and state financial aid, including completion of the FAFSA. Any federal or state aid awarded shall first be applied to the recipient’s educational expenses, and the scholarship amount shall be correspondingly reduced. Funds reduced as a result of external aid shall be reallocated exclusively to support additional scholarship recipients.

Application Requirements

Applicants must provide the following documentation:

  • Official acceptance letter (“Certificado de Admisión”) from UPRM
  • Completed FAFSA application
  • Official high school transcript
  • Three (3) letters of recommendation

Second-year applicants must submit official first-year university transcripts in lieu of high school transcripts.

Application Procedures

  1. Obtain formal admission to the University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus.
  2. Complete and submit UPRM’s standard financial aid application and the FAFSA.
  3. Complete and submit the Ceiba Foundation Online Application.
  4. Submit all required documentation electronically to applications@fundacionceiba.org and/or by mail to:

    Ceiba Foundation
    Attn: Scholarships
    420 Lakeside Avenue, Suite #102
    Marlborough, MA 01752

Incomplete applications or failure to comply with the above requirements may result in disqualification.

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The Ceiba Foundation has established an Engineering & Entrepreneurship Scholarship program to foster innovation and economic growth in Puerto Rico. This scholarship is designed to support Puerto Rican students pursuing undergraduate engineering degrees at the University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus (RUM), by covering full tuition, living expenses, and other associated academic costs.

Scholarship Description:

The scholarship provides financial support for Puerto Rican students in undergraduate engineering programs at RUM. It covers tuition, books, materials, and certain living expenses (e.g., food and board) for up to five (5) years, from entry to graduation. Ttwo scholarships will be awarded: every year for incoming freshmen.

Eligibility Criteria:

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

  1. First-Year Applicants: Must be formally admitted to RUM with a GPA of 3.0 or higher in STEM subjects during high school.
  2. Must have graduated from a public high school in Puerto Rico.
  3. Must be a U.S. citizen, born in Puerto Rico or born in the U.S. with parents born in Puerto Rico.

Scholarship Obligations:

  • Service Requirement: Upon graduation with a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Entrepreneurship, recipients must work in Puerto Rico for a minimum of three (3) consecutive years. If this condition is not met, the full scholarship amount must be repaid.
  • Duration: Scholarships are for a maximum of five (5) years, with annual renewal based on satisfactory academic progress.
  • Good Standing: Recipients must remain in good academic and financial standing according to the Fundacion Ceiba and the university's policies.
  • Federal Aid: Recipients may apply for federal or state financial aid during their studies. Any aid awarded will reduce the Ceiba Foundation scholarship amount and be reallocated to support additional students.
  • The complete Terms & Condition document that governs the scholarship program can be found at: Fundacion Ceiba-contract-and-Overall-Terms-and-Conditions_v5, and Fundación-Ceiba-additional-requirements_v1.8.pdf

Application Process:

  1. Complete the Ceiba Foundation Online Application.
  2. Submit the Scholarship Application Form.
  3. Achieve formal admission status at the University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus.
  4. Attach the standard financial aid application (PDF format) from the University of Puerto Rico.
  5. Send or upload the following documents:
    • Verification of acceptance to the University of Puerto Rico.
    • High school transcript (for first-year applicants) or first-year university transcript (for second-year applicants).

Submission Instructions:

  • Email: Send documents to applications@fundacionceiba.org.
  • US Postal Service Mail: Send documents to Ceiba Foundation, Attn: Scholarships, 420 Lakeside Avenue, Suite #102, Marlborough, MA 01752.

Failure to submit complete and accurate documentation may result in disqualification.