Scholarships
Who is this presentation for?
• Alberta residence in either Grade 10,11 and/or
12
• Canadian citizenship or Permanent Resident • Will be receiving diploma from an Albertan
High School
• Planning on enrolling full-time in Post
First Things First
• Is post secondary the right place for you? • Things you should consider:
• 1. What type of career do I want and would
enjoy?
• 2. Where can I get the education I need to
prepare me for that line of work?
• http://
tools.canlearn.ca/cslgs-scpse/cln-cln/rep-fit/p /af.p.clsea-eng.do
• 3. Am I going to be able to find a job when I
graduate?
• http://www.jobbank.gc.ca
Job Bank
• Highly recommended to Search the career you
First Things First
• Is post secondary the right place for you? • Things you should consider:
• 4. Do I want a program with Special
Features?
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Internship
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Co-ops
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Apprenticeships
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Study Aboard
What is your debt?
• How much do you think your first year of
university will cost?
• Think about this in terms of:
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Tuition for Program
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Non-Instructional Fees
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Books & Supplies
What is your debt?
• How close were you?
• Cost Calculator - University of Alberta
• On average, in 2010-2011, Canadians pay an
average of $14,500 for post-secondary
What is your debt?
Progra
m U of A(18-19) U of A (16-17) U of A (15-16) Grant Macewa n
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ring $9267.02 $9607.79 $9548.94 $7276.00
(transfer )
Arts $8693.86 $8479.63 $8434.78 $7696.0
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Science $8148.86 $8489.63 $8444.78 $8476.0
0 Nursing $12137.4
6 $10276.69 $10233.38 $9676.00
Educati on
Here’s the kicker,
Free money? Where?
• Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) and
Canada Learning Bond
• *Student Loans ($6650 per semester to max
$60K)
• *Line of Credit
• Scholarships, Bursary and Awards
RESP and Canadian Learning
Bonds
• Canada Education Saving Grant (CESG)
– Paid 20% of annual contributions up to $500 per
child plan per year (up to $1000 if unused grant room from previous year)
– Bonus on plans,
• if <$45916 net income, extra 20% on first $500 • if >$45916 but < $91831, extra 10% on first $500
RESP and Canadian Learning
Bonds
• Canada Learning Bonds
– Eligible if have open RESP and based on number
of qualified children and income of primary caregiver. If Children’s Special Allowance is payable, automatically qualifies.
– Up to $2000
– $500 for first eligibility year
Scholarships/Bursaries
• Things that are awarded:
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Academic excellence
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Leadership/Volunteerism
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Athletics
5 Steps to Winning
Scholarships
• 1. Search
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ALIS Scholarship Website
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Post-secondary Institution
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Scholarship Connections
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Academic Invest
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Studentawards.com
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Scholarshipscanada.com
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Talk to parents or relative – their
clubs or organizations may offers
awards
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Government of Canada International Sch
5 Steps to Winning
Scholarships
• 2. Apply
• Complete the appropriate scholarship
application form. Keep a copy.
• Check requirements (even if you don’t
meet all)
• Apply early!
• Mail early! (a late application may not
be accepted).
• Keep extra letters of recommendation
and transcripts on hand
• Follow-up to make sure your application
5 Steps to Winning
Scholarships
• 3. Write the Essay
• Write the essay; it may be the deciding
factor.
• Give yourself plenty of time.
• Read the instructions carefully, and
seek advice.
• Go for quality, rather than quantity. • Use clear and concise language. NO
SLANG!
• Review your essay. Read it aloud. Refine
it.
5 Steps to Winning
Scholarships
• 4. Get the Money
• Make sure you meet all the conditions
to receive the money.
• If you move, advise the scholarship
donor of your new address.
• If you are required to attend an awards
ceremony, be there, be gracious and dress appropriately.
5 Steps to Winning
Scholarships
• 5. Maintain Your Scholarship Potential • Keep your marks, athletics, leadership
and volunteer work at an outstanding level and continue to look for
scholarships as you progress through your studies.
• Be positive. Believe in yourself and in
Last but not least
Alexander Rutherford
Achievement Scholarship
Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
Average of 75-79.9 % in five designated courses - $300
Average of 80% or higher in for five designated courses - $400
Average of 75-79.9 % in five designated courses - $500
Average of 80% or higher in for five designated courses - $800
Average of 75-79 % in five
designated courses - $700
Average of 80% or higher in for five designated courses - $1300
A student must have a minimum combined average based on five designated courses in at least one grade:
Alexander Rutherford
Alexander Rutherford
Achievement Scholarship
• Rutherford Scholars: Of Rutherford recipients,
the top ten Albertan students on first writings of Diploma get a plaque and additional $2500
• Dr. Ernest and Minnie Mehl Scholarship: 1
scholarship of $3500 based on Diploma examination marks. • Application • http ://studentaid.alberta.ca/applying-for-funding/h ow-to-apply /
• One of English 30-1, Francais 30-1 or
Social 30-1
• Any three: Math 30-1, Bio 30, Chem 30,
Alberta Citizenship Award
• Nominated by High School • Value:
• Nomination also entered into the following
competitions:
• Premier Citizenship Award: Letter of
Commendation
• Queen’s Golden Jubilee Citizenship Medal
Award: 8 awards of $5000 and metal
• Alberta Centennial Award: 25 awards of
Anna and John Kolesar
Memorial Scholarship
• Value: $1500 • Number: 1
• Highest average on three Grade 12 courses
and must plan to pursue degree in Education
Earl and Countess of Wessex -
World Championships in
Athletics Scholarship
• Two scholarships of $3000 • Grade 12
• Must participate on Track and Field in First Year
University at U of A
• http://studentaid.alberta.ca/media/54495/schol
arship-earlcountesswessex-worldchampionathl etics.pdf
U of A Entrance Scholastic
Distinction
• Value: up to $50,000
• Must complete online awards application on
Bear Tracks link
• Deadline: December 15
• Note: Similar entrance leadership award
available too (value up to $20,000)
• Also, special scholarships for IB students and
Loran Scholars Program
• Website: http://loranscholar.ca • Qualities
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personal integrity and character;
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commitment to service and an
entrepreneurial spirit;
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breadth in academic and extra-curricular
interests;
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strongly developed inner-directedness;
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outstanding overall potential for
Loran Scholars Program
• Loran Award:
• top 30 of approximately 3,700 applicants as
Loran Scholars
• grant 80 one-time entrance awards.
• $9000 renewable award for living stipend and
tuition waiver at partner schools
• $8500 of scholar initiated summer internships • Pairing with mentors
• Finalist Award
• 40 awards of $3000 • Provincial Award
Loran Scholars Program
• Application by: School sponsorship or direct
International Education Awards
- Ukraine
• Five awards of $5000 each for purpose to
studying in exchange in the Ukraine
• Deadline February 1
• http://studentaid.alberta.ca/media/54501/awar
Grant MacEwan UWC
Scholarship
• For students currently completing Grade 11 • Tuition, room and board and one return trip
home per year. Each scholarship covers both years of the program
• Based on academic record, breadth of study,
personal acomplishments, community involvement and interest in UWC goals
Charles S. Noble Scholarship
for Study in Harvard
• Three scholarships of $10000
• Must have applied and enrolled full-time in an
undergraduate program at Harvard
• Deadline May 15
• http://studentaid.alberta.ca/media/54492/schol
AREF Scholarship
• Entrance Scholarships of $1000 • Eligibility:
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Muslim
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Living in Edmonton
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80% average
AREF Scholarship
• Academic Scholarships of $3000 • Eligibility:
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Muslim
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Living in Edmonton
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90% average
AREF Scholarship
• Leadership Scholarships of $3000 • Eligibility:
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Muslim
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Living in Edmonton
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90% average
A Voice for Animals
• $750
• Must be a project that addresses mistreatment
of animals, or prevention of species extinction.
• Must have worked on the project for at least 3
months
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