Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic – April 22, 2026. With the aim of strengthening the development of Dominican talent in high-demand technological fields, ManpowerGroup and Domínico Americano University (UNICDA) announced the launch of the ManpowerGroup UNICDA Academic Boost Scholarship for first-year students.

The launch event was held at UNICDA’s Exhibition Hall and featured the participation of Josefina Pepín, Academic Vice Chancellor of the institution, and Natalia Vásquez, Country Manager of ManpowerGroup, who highlighted the impact of this initiative on the training of future professionals in the country.

The program will grant a full scholarship for the academic cycle, covering tuition, monthly fees, access to digital platforms, and a distinctive component of academic support and continuous vocational guidance. Beneficiaries will be able to pursue strategic careers for innovation such as Software Engineering, Data Science Engineering, and Cybersecurity Engineering.

This initiative arises in response to the findings of ManpowerGroup’s Global Workforce Trends 2026 report, which warns of a growing “succession crisis” in leadership and the consolidation of “super-hybrid” teams, where collaboration between human talent and artificial intelligence will be key.

“We are entering an era of accelerated relearning. Technology sets the pace, but ethical judgment and soft skills remain fundamental,” said Natalia Vásquez. In this regard, she emphasized that the program seeks to identify young people with academic excellence and a vocation for social impact, capable of using technology as a driver of solutions for the country.

For her part, Josefina Pepín highlighted the institutional commitment to the development of young talent. “Today we are not only announcing a benefit, but a real commitment to the future of Dominican youth and their ability to transform society,” she stated.

Application Process

The call will remain open until June 26, 2026, and will be conducted digitally. Applicants must be high school graduates in 2026, have a minimum average of 90 points, and have obtained at least 800 points on the POMA test.

As part of the process, candidates must submit a motivation essay, which will account for 25% of the total evaluation, where they will present their vision of the future, leadership, and commitment to the country’s development. Finalists will be evaluated on July 17 by a joint panel, and the winner will be announced on August 19, 2026.

For more information on the requirements and application process, interested parties may consult the official channels of ManpowerGroup and UNICDA.

About the Institutions

ManpowerGroup is a global leader in human capital solutions, with a presence in more than 80 countries and over 78 years of experience connecting talent with opportunities. In 2024, it was recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the fifteenth time.

Domínico Americano University (UNICDA) is a higher education institution committed to academic excellence and the training of highly skilled professionals to meet labor market demands and contribute to the sustainable development of Dominican society.