Posted on Wednesday, September 21, 2016 by Admin C.L.
Entrance awards are for those students who have will be attending the University of Regina for the first time.
The University of Regina is pleased to offer a number of scholarships and awards to help you pay for school. There are two types of programs available:
Automatic Entrance Scholarships
Eligibility for these scholarships is based on your admission average – no application is required.
| Types of Scholarships |
Value |
Criteria |
| UR Circle of Scholars Entrance Scholarship |
$20,000($5,000 x 4 years) |
- 10 awards for top student in each of the identified regions within Canada
- $5,000 in first year, renewable for 3 additional years
|
| Centennial Merit Plus Scholarship |
$3,000 |
- Admission average of 95% or higher
- Students applying directly from a Canadian high school or Canadian citizens applying directly from a foreign high school
|
| Centennial Merit Scholarship |
$2,000 |
- Admission average of 90-94.99%
- Students applying directly from a Canadian high school or Canadian citizens applying directly from a foreign high school
|
University of Regina Out of
Province Entrance Scholarship |
$1,500 |
- Admission average of 85-89.99%
- Students applying directly from a Canadian high school outside of Saskatchewan
|
| New Frontier Scholarships |
$1,500 |
- Highest admission average as of March 15
- Students applying as a post-secondary transfer, Adult 12, final Canadian high school, or Canadian high school upgrading.
|
Application Required Entrance Scholarships and Awards
Here are some tips to help you get a head start:
- Review the award descriptions here
- Review the application requirements. This will help you prepare your application and determine your eligibility
- Preparing your personal statement (only one is submitted for all awards you are applying for)
- Prepare a list of Extra-Curricular activities and Community Involvement
- Obtain additional materials required (i.e., letters of reference, writing samples, etc.)
Need help? Attend one of our workshops or contact us.
If you would like more information on the U of R, please visit the Future Students site.
TD Canada Trust Scholarships for Community Leadership:
For over two decades, young people across Canada have consistently gone above and beyond to make their community — and our world — a better place. That definitely deserves recognition.
What are the TD Scholarships?
Twenty TD Scholarships for Community Leadership are awarded to students in their last year of high school or CEGEP (in Quebec) who have demonstrated leadership in improving their community. Each scholarship has a value of up to $70,000 and includes:
- Up to $10,000 for tuition per year (for up to a maximum of four years)
- $7,500 a year for living expenses (for up to a maximum of four years)
Helping you build connections
But that’s not all. These scholarships also help you make connections that could last a lifetime, including:
- Offers of paid summer employment
- Mentorship opportunities
- Annual gatherings, networking opportunities and more
Two easy ways to apply
TD Scholarships for Community Leadership are open to students across Canada who are in their final year of high school or CEGEP (in Quebec); have a minimum overall grade average of 75% in their most recently completed school year and have demonstrated community leadership.
Read the terms and conditions›
- Apply online› and mail all of your supporting documents
OR
- Download your application here. Print and mail your completed application with your supporting documents.
Include all of your supporting documents and ensure that your application is received by November 18, 2016. All applications and correspondence should be registered to:
Universities Canada
Ref: TD Scholarships for Community Leadership
350 Albert Street, Suite 1710
Ottawa, ON K1R 1B1
Here’s more about the application process:
You can apply directly online using our digital application form, or print your application and mail it to us by the application deadline. As well, we require:
1. A 600-word essay describing your community leadership experience. Tell us:
- Why you got involved.
- How your involvement shows initiative and innovation.
- The ways your efforts have strengthened others.
- How long you have been involved.
- What you think the long-term impact will be.
- How your community has affected you.
- In addition, include a brief description of the range of your other community activities.
2. A letter of recommendation from your school.
3. Two letters of support from community groups.
4. Your academic transcript.
5. You also have the option of including:
- A 250-word essay (three copies) describing your family and personal life, for example your family’s employment or economic situation.
- A 250-word essay about your life experiences if you have taken a year or more away from high school or CEGEP.
Information/Website
Deadline: November 18, 2016 (must be received before)
Information/Poster/Email
Timeline: September 12, 2016 – March 13, 2017
CHARACTER
SERVICE
LEADERSHIP
Loran’s Scholars Foundation offer the country’s largest and most comprehensive four-year undergraduate award (valued at $100 000), providing young leaders of character with opportunities to develop their talents and work towards a better world.
Eligibility Criteria for High School Students
- Be in your final year of uninterrupted full-time studies in high school.
- Present a minimum cumulative average of 85%.
- Hold Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status.
- Be at least 16 years of age by September 1st of the following year.
If you are currently undertaking a gap year for academic pursuits or community service-based activities, after uninterrupted full-time studies, you may still be eligible and should apply to the direct pool.
Awards:
Renewable for up to four years, with a total value of $100,000, each Loran Award includes:
- An annual stipend of $10,000
- A matching tuition waiver from one of 25 partner universities
- Personal mentorship from a Canadian leader
- Access to our network and up to $10,000 in funding for summer internships in three different sectors
- An orientation expedition through Algonquin Park
- Annual retreats and scholar gatherings
We also grant approximately 90 finalist and provincial awards to promising candidates who are not selected as Loran Scholars. Read more about our different awards.
Website
Deadline: October 19, 2016 (sponsored pool) and October 26 (direct pool)
Posted on Friday, June 3, 2016 by Admin C.L.
2016 SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
The Grand Lodge of Saskatchewan as well as many Lodges sponsor a number of awards, scholarships, and bursaries. Information, including closing dates for applications, along with downloadable application forms are listed below.
GRAND LODGE AWARDS – Closing date for applications is August 8, 2016
EDGAR ALEXANDER GARTON SCHOLARSHIPS — 2 x $1000 (Application
) Offered annually to undergraduate students who have completed one or more years of University, Sask. Polytechnic, or other post-secondary education. Applicants must be children or grandchildren of a Master Mason in good standing, a resident of Saskatchewan and attending a post-secondary institution in Saskatchewan. Selection will be based on academic achievements, sportsmanship and leadership. Must be registered for a full academic load for a full academic year as required by the institution chosen.
ROBINSON MEMORIAL BURSARY — 2 x $500 (Application) Offered annually for one undergraduate from the University of Saskatchewan and one undergraduate from the University of Regina pursuing a course leading to an honours degree or a Master’s degree in English. Selection will be based upon academic achievement and leadership.
GRAND LODGE OF SASK. A.F. & A.M. POST SECONDARY EDUCATION BURSARY — 1 x $500 (Application) Offered annually to an undergraduate student at the University of Regina or the University of Saskatchewan who is a resident of Saskatchewan. Selection will be based upon academic achievement, sportsmanship and leadership.
MASONIC YOUTH TRUST AWARD 4 x $1,000 — (Application) Offered annually to Saskatchewan High School graduates who proceed to an institution of higher learning (Technical, Vocational or University) anywhere in Canada. Selection is based upon academic achievement, leadership skills, community and school activities and special awards.
GILBERT AND GAY COOK MEMORIAL AWARD 1 x $1,000 — (Application) Offered annually to Saskatchewan high school graduates with preference to graduates who currently are or were members of the International Order of Job’s Daughters or the Order of DeMolay and who will be entering the University of Regina or the University of Saskatchewan. Selection will be based upon academic achievement and a range of non-academic activities
MURRAY MONTAGUE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP — 1 x $1,000 (Application) Offered annually to a Saskatchewan High School graduate who proceeds to an institution of higher learning (Technical, Vocational or University) anywhere in Canada. Selection is based upon academic achievement, leadership skills, community and school activities and special awards.
OTHER MASONIC AWARDS
ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR ROBERT MORRISON AWARD — 2 x $1,000 (Application) Award #1 is offered annually to a Saskatchewan High School graduate entering their first year of postsecondary study. Award #2 is offered annually to a University or Technical School Undergraduate entering their 2nd or subsequent year of post-secondary study. Selection is based upon academic achievement and extra-curricular activities. Candidates may receive a Robert Morrison Award only once during their post-secondary career. Candidates must be closely related to a current member of a Saskatchewan Eastern Star Chapter (dues paying or life). Valid relationships include spouse, child, grandchild, sibling, niece or nephew (all biological, adopted or step), or be a member themselves. Applicants must be registered for a full academic load for a full academic year.
ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR EXCELSIOR CHAPTER NO. 21 AWARD — 1 x $1,500 (Application) This award is offered annually to a Saskatchewan resident who is or will be attending a University or Technical Institute in Saskatchewan. Selection is based upon academic achievement and extra-curricular activities. Candidates must be closely related to a current member of a Saskatchewan Eastern Star Chapter (dues paying or life). Valid relationships include spouse, child, grandchild, sibling, niece or nephew (all biological, adopted or step), or be a member themselves. If there is no OES connection then a Masonic relationship is required. Preference will be given to graduates who are closely related to a current member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Applicants must be registered for a full academic load for a full academic year.
MORE INFORMATION
Many Lodges sponsor a number of awards, scholarships, and bursaries, for information and details on ALL awards offered by the Grand Lodge and constituent Lodges click below:
Grand Lodge Awards and Bursaries Booklet
Website
Posted on Monday, May 30, 2016 by Admin C.L.
The scholarships below have deadlines in May and June of 2016. Please read the eligbility and application instructions on the website carefully.
1. Hayek Scholarship – $1,500 – 3 Awards (Deadline: May 31, 2016)
Student Eligibility: The Hayek Essay Contest is open to all individuals 36 years old or younger. Entrants should write a 5,000 word (maximum) essay. Essays are due on May 31, 2016 and the winners will be announced on July 15, 2016. The essays will be judged by an international panel of three members of the Society.
Applications can be found by going to:
http://www.scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_hayek_essay_scholarship_8984.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=201605&utm_content=8796d8b784adbf7772a4e77ce28c2646
2. Mark A. Forester Scholarship – $1,000 – 1 Award (Deadline: June 1, 2016)
Student Eligibility: Any student who is currently enrolled in an accredited American university or college, or will be enrolled for the Fall/Summer semester of 2016, can apply for the Mark A. Forester scholarship.
Applications can be found by going to:
http://www.scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_mark_a_forester_scholarship_8985.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=201605&utm_content=8796d8b784adbf7772a4e77ce28c2646
3. Joseph Rumbaugh Historical Scholarship – $3,000 – 50 Awards (Deadline: June 8, 2016)
Student Eligibility: The contest is open to all students of the freshman, sophomore, junior and senior classes (Grades 9 – 12) in the public, parochial, private and home schools within the jurisdiction of the sponsoring state society or district.
Applications can be found by going to:
http://www.scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_joseph_s_rumbaugh_historical_scholarship_8986.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=201605&utm_content=8796d8b784adbf7772a4e77ce28c2646
4. Internet and Education Scholarship – $1,000 – 1 Award (Deadline: June 14, 2016)
Student Eligibility:
Incoming freshman: Applicant must be a current student and have a cumulative high school grade point average of at least 2.5 on a 4-point scale and must have taken either the ACT or SAT test. Applicant must also be a high school or home school senior graduating or earning a GED between August 1, 2015 and July 31, 2016 and will be attending an accredited college or university by Fall semester 2016.
Applications can be found by going to:
http://www.scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_internet_and_education_scholarship_8987.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=201605&utm_content=8796d8b784adbf7772a4e77ce28c2646
FEATURED SCHOLARSHIPS
1. Scholarship Points Award – $10,000 – 10 Awards (Deadline: May 21, 2016)
Student Eligibility:
A) Must be attending an accredited post-secondary institution by the fall of 2016 at the latest.
B) Must be enrolled or planning to enroll in a program that is at least two years in length.
Applications can be found by going to:
http://www.scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_college_scholarship_for_high_school_and_college_8944.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=201605&utm_content=8796d8b784adbf7772a4e77ce28c2646
2. You Deserve it Scholarship – $1,000 – 1 Award (Deadline: May 29, 2016)
Student Eligibility:
A) You must be a resident of any of the 50 United States, District of Columbia or US Territories
B) You must be 16 years of age or older
C) You must either be enrolled now, or will be enrolled iin a qualified high school, college or university within the United States.
Applications can be found by going to:
http://www.scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_you_deserve_it_scholarship_8959.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=201605&utm_content=8796d8b784adbf7772a4e77ce28c2646
3. VIP Scholarship – $5,000 – 1 Award (Deadline: May 29, 2016)
Student Eligibility:
A) Grade 12 and above are eligible.
B) Submit your entry by 11:59 pm ET on the day of the deadline.
Applications can be found by going to:
http://www.scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_vip_scholarship_8981.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=201605&utm_content=8796d8b784adbf7772a4e77ce28c2646
4. ECM Scholarship – $1,000 – 1 Award (Deadline: May 30, 2016)
Student Eligibility:
A) Student must be currently enrolled in high school or college or plan to enroll in the next 12 months.
B) Student must submit application no later than May 30, 2016.
Applications can be found by going to:
http://www.scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_ecm_scholarship_8980.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=201605&utm_content=8796d8b784adbf7772a4e77ce28c2646
5. CollegeXpress Scholarship – $10,000 – 1 Award (Deadline: May 31, 2016)
Student Eligibility:
A) Must register on CollegeXpress.
B) Must be entering a member college for the first time or be accepted as a full-time transfer student or freshman for the fall term.
Applications can be found by going to:
http://www.scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_collegexpress_scholarship_8983.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=201605&utm_content=8796d8b784adbf7772a4e77ce28c2646
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Posted on Friday, May 27, 2016 by Admin C.L.
Grade 11 Early Entrance Award – $1000, if you are interested in becoming an electrician, power engineer, practical nurse, welder, youth care worker and much more. Please consider applying for an early entrance award at Great Plains College before June 30. If you are in grade 11 and have at least 70% average you might be eligible for $1000.
Website
Posted on Wednesday, April 20, 2016 by Admin C.L.
Information:
Sacred Heart School Community Council is awarding a deserving grade 12 student graduating from Vanier Collegiate with a cash scholarship. The student must have graduated from Sacred Heart School. The award is based on the student’s community and/or school contributions. The chosen student will be awarded $100.
Deadline: May 31, 2016 by 5:00 pm
Posted on Tuesday, April 19, 2016 by Admin C.L.