– expanding opportunities for Guyanese

THE Guyana Online Academy of Learning (GOAL) has officially launched its 2026 scholarship intake, offering thousands of Guyanese the chance to pursue higher education and skills training through fully funded programmes supported by the Government of Guyana.
The first phase of applications runs from October 1 to October 31, 2025, focusing on vocational and certificate programmes, as well as the Get Ready for Opportunities to Work (GROW) initiative. GOAL, in partnership with various institutions, will offer over 100 short, skills-based programmes that require no formal education for entry. The GROW initiative includes three pathways: Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF Level 6), Bachelor’s Foundation Programme (BFP), and the US High School Diploma, all designed to prepare participants for entry into Bachelor’s degree programmes.
Applicants can submit their applications for these programmes via GOAL’s official portal: https://govofguyana.smapply.io.
Applications for Bachelor’s degree programmes will open from November 1 to December 31, 2025, while postgraduate programmes will accept submissions from December 1, 2025, to January 31, 2026.
This year, GOAL has implemented a phased rollout to improve application management and provide applicants with clear guidance, ensuring all eligible Guyanese have an equal opportunity to complete their applications successfully.
Since its inception in 2021, GOAL has awarded more than 39,000 scholarships across certificate, diploma, Bachelor’s, postgraduate, Master’s, and PhD programmes, reflecting its continued commitment to expanding access to education and skills development nationwide.
GOAL’s latest scholarship call reinforces its mission to build Guyana’s human capacity by creating opportunities for all citizens, regardless of background or community.