Mr. Moses Ricks, a farmer from Clay Ashland, Liberia, made the exemplary contribution of $500 that enabled the founding of Zodokai Mission, which became Ricks Institute. Mr. Ricks generous contribution helped purchase 1000+ acres of land in Virginia, Liberia where Ricks Institute resides.

Needless to say, since its founding in 1887, Mr. Ricks’ contribution has significantly impacted the lives of many. His gift touches the lives of not just students who attend Ricks or residents of Virginia, Liberia, but continues to exponentially benefit generations. Indeed, Liberia and the World have benefited and continue to reap the rewards from the educational, spiritual, and humanitarian donation made by Mr. Moses Ricks.

It is in honor of the legacy, spirit, impact, and in keeping with Ricks Institute Motto "Not
for Self but for Others”, the Ricks Alumni Association is providing full annual tuition scholarship to one student to attend Ricks Institute.

The scholarship amounts varies (range from ~$2400 to ~$3210) depending on the cost for tuition, room and board. It also comes with a monthly stipend of US$20.00 (twenty United States dollars). The scholarship is awarded annually, through graduation from Ricks Institute.  It automatically renews as long as eligibility is maintained.

Eligibility Criteria: A student who would otherwise not be likely to attend or would struggle to attend Ricks Institute.

Terms/Duration:  Automatically renews through graduation from Ricks Institute as long as eligibility is maintained.

Cost: Variable (range from ~$2400 to ~$3210), depending on grade level.

Covers: Yearly tuition, room and board, and all associated fees (books, uniform and a
monthly stipend of US$20.00 (twenty United States dollars).