Obtaining a university degree can profoundly influence both Mexican families and their communities. At KKIS, we firmly believe that education serves as the cornerstone for breaking the cycle of poverty. By providing scholarships to promising students, we offer them the chance to realize their dreams of attaining a university degree.

Fostering Social Mobility Through Education

Access to higher education is often hindered by financial barriers. KKIS aims to address this issue by offering scholarships to underprivileged students in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Your donations can directly impact the lives of these students and contribute to creating a more equitable society.

Impact on Families and Communities

Here are some ways in which a university degree can help impact a family and their community:

• Higher Earning Potential: A university degree opens doors to higher-paying jobs, enabling families to uplift themselves from poverty and invest in their local economy.
• Increased Job Opportunities: Diversifying the job market with skilled graduates benefits communities by attracting new businesses and industries.
• Access to Specialized Knowledge: University degrees equip individuals with specialized skills that drive innovation and advancements within communities.
• Community Leadership: Educated individuals are better equipped to take on leadership roles, fostering community engagement and empowerment.

Popular Fields of Study in the Riviera Maya

Here are ten popular fields of study that may be offered by universities in the Riviera Maya.

1. Tourism and Hospitality Management
2. Environmental Sciences
3. Business Administration
4. Marine Biology and Oceanography
5. Architecture and Urban Planning
6. Education
7. Psychology
8. Communications and Media Studies
9. Nursing and Health Sciences
10. Engineering (such as Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical)

Join us in our mission to promote social mobility through education.

Types of Employment Requiring a University Degree in Mexico

There are several types of employment in Mexico that typically require a university degree:

• Professional roles: Like many professions in other countries, many professional roles, such as doctors, lawyers, engineers, architects, and accountants, require a college degree in Mexico. These jobs typically require a high level of specialized knowledge and training that can only be obtained through a formal education.
• Management positions: Management positions in various industries often require a college degree. This includes roles such as executives, managers, and supervisors, which may require a combination of specialized knowledge and leadership skills that are developed through a college education.
• Teaching and academic roles: To work as a teacher or professor in Mexico, a college degree is typically required. Additionally, many academic research positions and roles in the education sector also require a college degree.
• Technical and scientific roles: Many technical and scientific roles, such as those in the fields of computer science, information technology, and biotechnology, require a college degree due to the specialized knowledge and skills needed for these positions.
• Creative roles: Jobs in the creative industries, such as graphic design, animation, and multimedia, often require a college degree to develop the technical skills and creative abilities needed for success in these fields.

Join us in our mission to create a brighter future for these children

The job market is growing exponentially in the Riviera Maya. As tourist numbers continue to rise here – so do investments from people outside of Mexico. These are just two areas of employment that require advanced education in the many areas that support them.

We ask you to please help these students enrich their lives as well as that of the community.

Remember, Education changes lives, and we believe that every student should be able to realize their dreams for a better tomorrow.

We thank you for your support. Without generous donations like yours, we could not help the 140 students we currently have.

KKIS is a non-profit organization that provides scholarships, educational resources, and community support to students in the area who are at risk of dropping out of school due to financial constraints.