The University College of the Cayman Islands (UCCI) has partnered with two hotels in Grand Cayman to create new scholarship streams.
Under the new agreement, The Westin Grand Cayman will fund tuition fees, books and materials for two Caymanian UCCI students pursuing careers in the hospitality sector.
Sunshine Suites Resort will also support a student for the current academic year through a similar scholarship commitment, a UCCI press release said on 16 October.
Dr Livingston Smith, acting president and CEO of UCCI, said: “Partnering with two sister properties to launch scholarships in the same academic year is a strong signal to Caymanian students.
“It removes financial barriers, sets clear expectations and connects learning to real industry opportunities.”
The scholarships are open to Caymanian students enrolled full-time at UCCI.
Applicants must hold a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0, be in good disciplinary standing, and demonstrate a clear intent to build a career in the Cayman Islands.
Each scholarship will be awarded for one academic year and can be used toward tuition, fees, and required books or materials.
Locksley Haylock, director of HR for The Westin Grand Cayman and Sunshine Suites Resort, said: “We believe exceptional hospitality begins with investing in people.
“These scholarships reflect our commitment to Caymanian talent and to a future workforce that blends service excellence with academic achievement.”
Invincible Investment Corporation owns both hotels and invests in programmes that strengthen Cayman’s communities, workforce pipelines and economic resilience.
Applications for the scholarships are now open, and eligible students are encouraged to apply.
Full scholarship criteria, deadlines and application details are available here or via the UCCI Admissions Office.
