Local Government Support in Improving Accessibility of Higher Education: Evaluation of the Scholarship Program in Jayapura Regency

Hiskia C. M. Sapioper; Abner Herry Bajari; Dorthea Renyaan; Ratri Ulyawarti Ningrum; M. Zaenul Muttaqin

doi:10.55927/mudima.v5i9.570

Authors

Hiskia C. M. Sapioper Cenderawasih University
Abner Herry Bajari Cenderawasih University
Dorthea Renyaan Cenderawasih University
Ratri Ulyawarti Ningrum Cenderawasih University
M. Zaenul Muttaqin Cenderawasih University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/mudima.v5i9.570

Keywords:

Accessibility of Higher Education, Scholarship Programs, Local Government, Papua, Policy Evaluation

Abstract

This study analyzes the role of the Jayapura Regency Government in increasing the accessibility of higher education through a scholarship program. Using a qualitative descriptive-analytical approach with in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, documentation studies, and observations on 120 performance indicators. The results show a budget allocation of Rp. 412,207,214,668 with a realization rate of 72% and program effectiveness of 67% in education management and 93% in administrative services. The scholarship program includes full and partial assistance prioritized for indigenous communities, remote areas, and underprivileged families with the achievement of 100% student personnel costs. The main challenges include budget limitations, selection transparency, delays in disbursement of funds, and a suboptimal monitoring system. The evaluation shows that 65% of the 120 indicators achieved the target above 70%, indicating a positive impact on improving local human resources.

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