18-year-old Mahaylia Griffith Accepted to Four US Universities, Awarded $21,000 Scholarship
The scholarship she received includes $15,000 in academic scholarship and an additional $6,500 in needs-based scholarship. This financial aid package assists Griffith in covering two-thirds of her tuition fees at Howard University, where she plans to major in Musical Theatre at the Chadwick Boseman School of the Arts.
AKACHI NOEL 
Mahaylia Griffith, an 18-year-old student from Arima and a sixth-form student at Bishops Anstey and Trinity College East, has achieved an impressive feat by gaining admission to four universities in the United States and receiving a $21,000 scholarship from Howard University.
Griffith was awarded the Capstone Merit Scholarship by Howard University, which covers a portion of her tuition expenses. Despite applying to seven universities, she secured admission to four, showcasing her academic excellence and potential.
The scholarship she received includes $15,000 in academic scholarship and an additional $6,500 in needs-based scholarship. This financial aid package assists Griffith in covering two-thirds of her tuition fees at Howard University, where she plans to major in Musical Theatre at the Chadwick Boseman School of the Arts.
Initially considering universities in the United Kingdom, Griffith was drawn to Howard University after researching the supportive community fostered by Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). This sense of community, coupled with her passion for musical theatre, led her to choose Howard University as the ideal institution to pursue her academic and artistic aspirations.
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Inspired by the Grammy, Tony, and Emmy award-winning musical Hamilton, which features a culturally diverse cast, Griffith discovered her passion for musical theatre. She aims to make her debut on Broadway and the West End by the age of 26, aspiring to contribute to diversifying the performing arts industry and representing the black diaspora and Caribbean region.
Griffith's remarkable achievement serves as an inspiration to young individuals, highlighting the importance of perseverance, research, and finding the right academic fit. Her dedication to her studies and her aspirations in musical theatre demonstrate her commitment to academic excellence and artistic pursuits.
As she embarks on this new chapter at Howard University, Griffith looks forward to contributing to the performing arts industry and making a positive impact on society through her talent and dedication.
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Her success underscores the significance of financial aid and supportive communities in enabling students to pursue their educational and professional goals. As Griffith continues her journey, she remains a shining example of determination and achievement in the pursuit of higher education and artistic fulfillment.
