The implementation of the High Vocational Innovation Scholarship Program is supported by partners from all sectors, both public and private. This collective effort aims to empower underprivileged or financially disadvantaged youth with potential, providing them with opportunities to pursue vocational education beyond the compulsory level and advance to higher education. Through this initiative, beneficiaries gain knowledge and skills, developing into high-potential human resources with strong competencies, ready to contribute to the nation’s progress in an era where technology drives economic growth. This, in turn, enhances their long-term quality of life and that of their families. https://en.eef.or.th/portfolio-items/high-vocational-innovation-scholarship/
Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna (RMUTL), in collaboration with the Equitable Education Fund (EEF), is driving forward the High Vocational Education Scholarship Program – Innovative Educational Institutions (Continuous Innovation), Cohort 6, to expand educational opportunities for underprivileged and low-income students.
For the 2024 academic year, RMUTL has been selected by the EEF to receive 80 Innovation Scholarships (Continuous Innovation Type) across the following approved programs:
Students eligible to apply for the scholarship must meet one of the following criteria:
Scholarship Benefits from the Equitable Education Fund (EEF):
Application, Screening, and Selection Process:
The Equitable Education Fund (EEF) invites applications for the Phra Kanit Sammajiv Scholarship Program. (For students applying individually, institutions offering vocational certificates, higher vocational diplomas, or associate degrees, and universities with eligible undergraduate programs.)
Applicants must meet the following qualifications:
The EEF will also consider the program’s potential for continuation to master’s or doctoral studies.
Applicants must demonstrate good conduct, leadership, public-mindedness, and a positive attitude toward vocational education.
The summary from the table presented above highlights RMUTL’s comprehensive framework for financial and educational support for students in poverty or vulnerable groups, implemented through both university-funded initiatives and collaborative partnerships with government agencies, charitable foundations, and private sector organizations.
RMUTL allocates financial aid based on the specific needs of underprivileged students through a wide range of scholarships. These include non-repayable scholarships funded by the Equitable Education Fund (EEF), Isuzu Foundation, Ajinomoto Foundation, and more than 20 leading organizations.
Additionally, the Student Loan Fund (SLF) enables students to access higher education without financial barriers, allowing them to repay after employment at low interest rates, thereby ensuring equitable access to education.
The University provides structured mechanisms for on-campus employment, particularly targeting low-income students. Opportunities include positions such as laboratory assistants, research assistants, and academic or activity support staff.
In collaboration with leading domestic industries, RMUTL co-develops industry-integrated curricula designed to align with labor market needs. These programs allow students, especially those from poor backgrounds, to work and study simultaneously, receiving financial compensation or direct sponsorship from industry partners until graduation.
RMUTL implements cooperative education and paid internship programs in partnership with top enterprises and industrial sectors. These initiatives enable students to develop professional skills while earning income during their studies.
Furthermore, the University’s Job Placement Center coordinates employment opportunities, connecting students with businesses in key economic zones near campuses, ensuring sufficient job availability to match student demand.
RMUTL maintains an Emergency Relief Fund to provide immediate financial assistance to students facing urgent hardships, such as natural disasters, family loss, or unforeseen emergencies.
This ensures that affected students can continue their education without interruption, helping to prevent dropouts from the higher education system due to financial crises.
