University Sponsorship
For many Haitian students who possess the aptitude to pursue post-secondary education, the road is not only hard but at times inaccessible due to distance and/or monetary reasons. Only 1.1% of the 67% elementary school pupils go on to attend post-secondary school. Not only that, but one of the dangers of this city is the gang violence and insecurity that leads to kidnapping in which university students are targeted.
Christian University
The university provides a high standard of Christian-based education that is both practical and affordable.
UCI opened a university with adjacent dormitories in Caïman in 2012 to provide a high standard of Christian-based education that is both practical and affordable. At its opening, many curious onlookers from all over Haiti have visited and 89 students registered.
Building on a biblical foundation, UCI’s vision is to empower, equip and mobilize the next generation of Haitians professionally and spiritually to transform their nation. To appeal to and retain qualified committed Christian professors from Port-au-Prince, a competitive wage is offered. Since opening in 2012, the university has expanded greatly.
University Model
It now has over 1,200 students from all over Haiti; 5 dormitories and various housing options; science, nursing, dissection, and computer labs; library; cafeteria; teaching hospital; and many other amenities.
The university offers 7 degrees: Theology, Medicine, Biomedicine, Nursing, Agronomy, Elementary Education, and the newest degree: Computer Science.
With the dismal percentage of Haitians who are able to attend post-secondary school, UCI’s unique university model is meeting one of the nation’s most pressing needs. An educated population will lead to an emerging Haiti.
Education is a necessary step in a sustainable reconstruction and development of the country. We believe these educated; Christian leaders are the hope for the future of Haiti. These students are the vision and hope for UCI and Haiti!
Scholarships
There are multiple opportunities to support a university student. UCI offers both full and partial scholarships through one-time or recurring donations.
Student Costs:
- Tuition: $1,800/year ($150/mo)
- Dorm: $200/year
- Cafeteria: $500/year
- Books/Printing/Clinicals: $400/year
You can change a student's life and transform Haiti through your sponsorship!
Hope for the Future
With the dismal percentage of Haitians who are able to attend post-secondary school, UCI’s unique university model is meeting one of the nation’s most pressing needs. An educated population will lead to an emerging Haiti.
Education is a necessary step in a sustainable reconstruction and development of the country. We believe these educated; Christian leaders are the hope for the future of Haiti. These students are the vision and hope for UCI and Haiti!
Graduation Ceremonies
A transformed life to a transformed community.
"The Word of God will be #1 because life is divine; God is first. It will be an honor to serve at the health center in my community as I had said that I would when I started university." - Wilner
Student Spotlight: Meet Wilner!
Ten years ago, UCI held a youth camp. The pastors that attended JeanJean's pastoral training for lay pastors sent young men and women to attend this camp. A challenge was given to memorize Isaiah 41.
Wilner is a young man from Laguamithe, a community deep in the mountains where there is no road access, no running water, and no electricity. When Wilner attended the camp he recited Isaiah 41 in Haitian Kreyol, which was impressive. But what really made an impression was that he then recited the entire chapter in English. He told us that he knew Americans were helping us with the camp and he wanted them to hear this challenge in their language, as well.
Wilner finished high school the previous year, but due to financial reasons, he was unable to continue his studies. We felt strongly that a young man like this could help transform communities in Haiti. Two ladies from a very small church gave him this chance to attend our university, which was in its 2nd year. He entered the medical program and today he is a licensed, practicing doctor.
Many college students go to the bigger cities to try to find jobs, but Wilner couldn't forget about his home community. His home has 4 different communities that together have over 47,000 people. The nearest clinic to Laguamithe is a 12-hour walk through the mountains. In October of 2023, Wilner and another classmate will go to Lagwamithe to serve as doctors as they open a health center. Praise the Lord!
Wilner and I want to thank you all for helping UCI bring about sustainable transformation to communities across the country through the university. I often refer to this as giving a 2nd chance to a nation that looks like it is finished and done. There is hope. God is the hope and His plans are to bring about transformed lives that can't help but affect the people around them.