31 students of the Fiji National University who were unable to pay their fees have been given a chance to finish their studies.
The Fiji National University Council has decided to establish a Student Financial Aid Scheme to enable recruitment of quality performing students, to promote and reward academic excellence for those who come from very poor family background.
The new scheme was launched today at FNU Nasinu by the Minister for Education Filipe Bole.
Financial Scheme Coordinator Joseph Camillo said the program is supported by thirty stakeholders including the government to recruit students who were unable to pay their tuition fees, fall under the poverty line and are unable to pursue government scholarships.
Speaking to Fijivillage, Kolinio Kamunalagi who is part of the scheme said he will now have a chance to continue his studies.
A total of 31 students are part of the scheme and the school is still accepting applications.
Story by: Rusiate Baleilevuka
