Every year the Independent Institute of Education (IIE) Varsity College national scholarship programme rewards top performing students with scholarships. IIE Varsity College in Waterfall, Midrand has awarded Four lucky individuals.
Hannah Carstens from Reddam House, Bedfordview, Kealeboha Mokoena from Falcon Educational School, Thomas Msimang from Central Johannesburg College and Thulani Sepato fom Alhuda Muslim School will be benefiting from the scholarships.
The head of the college, David McConnell, said: “Varsity College is delighted to support academically worthwhile students in these challenging times and looks forward to continuing to do so in the future years.”
Carstens, who received an achiever scholarship, said she heard about the opportunity through a student advisor.“I feel that I deserve the scholarship because of the fact that I work hard to make the most of any opportunity and I take pride and comfort in the feeling that, no matter what, I did my best,” said Carstens.
This year, the scholarship programme will be benefitting 250 grade 12 pupils who have excelled academically.The main aim of the programme is to inspire the 250 learners to become leaders, never stop learning and increase their knowledge with the right skills by maximising the support offered by the college.
“We believe that this prestigious opportunity will go a long way towards investing in the future of the great minds of these young individuals.This will ensure that every student will benefit from academic progression while also preparing them for the world of work,” said Michelle Amey, Head of student recruitment at the college.
