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National Scholarship Program
National Scholarship Program
National Scholarship Program
National Scholarships
National Scholarships are designed to recognize all-round excellence. They are awarded based on outstanding academic performance, creativity, innovative thought and a passion for the pursuit of learning.
These scholarships also recognize exceptional achievement in extracurricular activities such as the arts and athletics. A special emphasis is placed on a candidate's commitment to community service through ongoing contributions to school and community life.
There is only 1 application to the National Scholarship Program. When you fill out an application, you are automatically considered for all scholarships offered in the program. There are scholarships offered for both domestic and international.
92
scholarships awarded
$100,000
highest scholarship awarded
Feb 14
application deadline
How to Apply
In order to be considered for the National Scholarship Program a school nomination is required.
It is up to each school to determine their process for having their students seek a nomination and for selecting the students who will receive a nomination. Each school is able to nominate up to 4 students for the National Scholarship Program and can nominate 1 additional student (in addition to the 4) if that student is an international (visa) student).
Schools are not nominating students for a specific scholarship. The nomination is for the student to be considered for the scholarships available within the National Scholarship Program.
Each applicant must complete the online National Scholarship Application Form. In addition, applicants must supply a:
- Transcript (provided by the applicant's school)
- Reference letter (from applicant's school)
- Essay outlining why they should be considered
- Supplemental financial application (only required for the Beryl Ivey Continuing Entrance Award and the Neen Hodgins National Entrance Scholarship)
Applications are not for a specific scholarship, the application is to be considered for the scholarships available within the National Scholarship Program.
Once the application and all supporting documents have been received and reviewed by Western, select candidates will be chosen for a personal interview during April.
Students will be contacted via email with more information about the interview process.
Scholarships Available
Value:
- 1 scholarship, valued at $80,000 ($20,000 per academic year for a period of four years)
Average required:
- Minimum overall academic average of 90%
Eligibility:
- Must be Canadian Citizens or a Permanent Resident of Canada
- Must be nominated by their school and submit an online National Scholarship application including an essay
- Students must also fill out a supplemental application providing financial information
- Must be a main campus student in the Faculty of Arts & Humanities
Scholarship renewal:
- This scholarship will continue for a maximum of 4 years
- Student must be registered in a full course load in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities
- Must maintain an 80% average from year to year
- Student must demonstrate financial need every year
Value:
- 1 at up to $80,000 ($20,000 per academic year for a period of four years)
Average required:
- Minimum overall academic average of 90%
Eligibility:
- Student must be entering year one studies in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at Western University
- Open to international students studying in Canada or abroad
- To be considered, a student must be nominated by their school and submit an online National Scholarship application including an essay
Scholarship renewal:
- This scholarship will continue for a maximum of 4 years
- Student must be registered in a full course load in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities
- Must maintain an 80% average from year to year
Value:
- 1 at $70,000 ($25,000 for year one, $15,000 annually for years two to four)
- 4 at $65,000 ($20,000 for year one, $15,000 annually for years two to four)
- Up to 15 at $50,000 ($20,000 for year one, $10,000 annually for years two to four)
Average required:
- Minimum overall average of 90%
Eligibility:
- Open to domestic and international students
- Applicants must be applying to Western's main campus
- Applicants must be nominated by their school and submit an online National Scholarship application including an essay
Value:
- 5 at $50,000 ($20,000 for year one, $10,000 annually for years two to four)
Average required:
- Minimum overall average of 90%
Elibigility:
- Open to domestic and international students
- Must self-indentify as Black
- Applicants must be nominated by their school and submit an online National Scholarship application including an essay
Scholarship renewal:
- This scholarship will continue for a maximum of four years if you maintain an 80% average while enrolled in a full time (3.5) course load
Value:
- 1 at $92,000 ($23,000 per academic year for a period of four years)
Average required:
- Minimum overall average of 90%
Eligibility:
- Open to Canadian citizens or permanent residents
- To be considered for this award, candidates need to submit and application, including:
- A one-page statement written by the student on how their activities contribute to their home or school communities and impact the lives of others
- A letter of nomination from their school principal or a teacher
- A Financial Assistance Application and supplemental information
Scholarship renewal:
- This award will continue for a maximum of four years provided the you maintain a 70% average while enrolled in a minimum 5.0 course load or full course load as defined by the faculty
Value:
- 3 at $100,000
Average required:
- Minimum overall average of 90%
Eligibility:
- Applicant must be entering year one of studies at Western from secondary school (or equivalent)
- Open to international students studying in Canada or abroad
- Applicants must be nominated by their school and submit an online National Scholarship application including an essay
Value:
- Up to 15 at $30,000 ($12,000 for year one, $6,000 annually for years two to four)
Average required:
- Minimum overall average of 90%
Eligibility:
- See faculties for more information
Students who are accepting an offer of admission to main campus who were interviewed for a National Scholarship but are not offered a National Scholarship or a Schulich Leader Scholarship will receive a one-year National Merit Award valued at $2,000.
Recipients will also retain eligibility for an Admission Scholarship ranging in value from $2,500 to $8,000.
Contact & Mailing Address
Contact
nmerino@uwo.ca
Mailing Address
Room 3115, Western Student Services Building
Western University
London, Ontario N6A 3K7
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