University of Wollongong India Offers 50% Tuition Waiver for Meritorious Women in FinTech: Check eligibility, benefits and other key details

The University of Wollongong India (UOW India) has introduced the Women Leaders in FinTech Scholarship, aiming to foster enhanced female engagement in India’s technology sector.
This scholarship is open to applicants for the Master of Financial Technology (FinTech) and Master of Financial Technology (Extension) programmes, commencing in November 2024.Eligible candidates will be automatically considered for a 50% tuition fee waiver, which will be granted to three top-performing students based on merit.
The curriculum comprises emerging tech concepts such as blockchain technology, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and data analytics, arming students with the essential skills required to stay ahead of the curve.

To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must begin their Master of Financial Technology (FinTech) or its extension program at UOW (India) in 2024, excluding those pursuing a Graduate Certificate in FinTech. Candidates are required to have excellent academic performance, with a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 75 or its equivalent. Eligibility is restricted to Indian citizens who are not receiving any other scholarships, sponsorships, bursaries, or discounts, except stipend-based scholarships. Full-time enrollment at the UOW India campus is mandatory.
To retain the scholarship, students must maintain a WAM of 75 or higher in each trimester of their degree program. The program spans a duration of two years and is exclusively available at the Indian campus.
This scholarship is open to students enrolling in the Master of Financial Technology (FinTech) or the Master of Financial Technology (Extension) programs, beginning in November 2024. Eligible candidates will be automatically considered for a 50% tuition fee waiver, which will be granted to three exceptional students based on merit.
The fee waiver is distributed across Trimesters 2, 3, and 4 as follows:

Nimay Kalyani, Director of the UOW India Campus, highlighted that the programme aligns with the university's mission to enhance gender diversity and empower women to thrive in technology-driven fields.
“We are delighted to introduce the Women Leaders in FinTech Scholarship as part of our ongoing efforts to promote gender diversity in technology and finance,” Mr Kalyani stated on UOW’s official website.
“By providing financial support and recognising academic excellence, we aim to create opportunities for women to thrive in the FinTech industry and contribute to its growth and innovation.” he further added
There are numerous terms and conditions associated with the scholarship programme, interested and eligible candidates can click on the link to check all the terms and conditions.