Young Ghanian Woman Earns $180,000 Scholarship to Study Neuroscience in Canada

Keren Deti, a young Ghanaian woman, received the prestigious $180,000 President’s International Scholarship to study Neuroscience at York University, Canada, advancing her goal of improving stroke care and access to education in underserved communities.

Keren Deti, a young woman from Africa, has been awarded the highly competitive President’s International Scholarship of Excellence, valued at $180,000, to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience at York University in Canada.

This distinguished scholarship, one of York University’s largest for international students, celebrates Keren’s outstanding academic accomplishments and dedication to community development.

Awarded to only 20 international students each year, the scholarship recognizes academic excellence and requires recipients to maintain high academic standards throughout their studies.

In addition to the President’s scholarship, Keren received a $9,500 entrance scholarship from York University, further acknowledging her academic success.

Keren described this award as “life-changing,” helping her move closer to her goal of becoming a medical doctor focused on improving stroke disorder care and expanding educational access for underserved communities.

Expressing heartfelt gratitude, Keren thanked her family and community for their unwavering support, which she credits as a key factor in her success.

Representing Ghana, Keren is excited to begin her studies, seeing this opportunity as a pathway to making a lasting contribution to global healthcare.

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SOURCES: ALLSCHOOL, SCHOLARSHIP REGION