Start researching scholarship options during grade 11 as the scholarship process begins early in your grade 12 year.

***See Calendar on Home page. See by schoalrship deadlines and all application details. https://palmer.sd38.bc.ca/student-information/career-centre-information

*** See individual postings for scholarships under New Information  side tab, (as scholarships are posted as they are updated).

• Start researching scholarship options during grade 11 as the scholarship process begins early in your grade 12 year
• Begin volunteering on a regular basis as many scholarships require a strong/consistent history of involvement as part of the eligibility
• Each award has unique criteria. You may have to complete an essay and/or provide school transcripts and references
• Consider a variety of smaller scholarships/awards as they may attract fewer applicants
• Have an updated resume and cover letter, that you can change for a specific scholarship
• Dedicate a specific time each week for your scholarship research
• Pay close attention to application deadline date/time, particularly if sending hard copy documents

Types of Scholarships/Awards

Post-Secondary Scholarship Options
These scholarships are contingent on accepting the offer of admission for that specific institution. The applications for these scholarships may be:

• Automatic (you are not required to submit a separate scholarship application) such as an Entrance Award
• General scholarship application may be required
• Faculty specific (e.g.  only for Engineering students)
• Nominated (each school may nominate a limited number of students)
• Bursary - Usually based on financial need

Association and Community Scholarship Options
Many groups offer scholarship/bursary opportunities to high school students such as unions, clubs, businesses, associations, organizations and so on. Students should consider their individual situation to see if any opportunities are available through their skills, involvement or family. Criteria for each of these opportunities varies including artistic ability, academic performance, community service, leadership, athletics, financial need, etc.

Find a Match
Some websites will match a student with a variety of awards in their database. Register online for this option at: (Indicate if you are an international student)

Student Scholarships: http://www.studentscholarships.org/

Student Awards: http://www.studentawards.com/

Scholarships Canada: http://www.scholarshipscanada.com

ScholarTree:  https://scholartree.ca/

Tuition Waiver Program – Former Youth in Care (British Columbia)
The BC Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training (AEST) in conjunction with the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) have announced a tuition waiver program for former British Columbia youth in care who wish to attend any public post-secondary school in BC.  Students must apply for admission at the school of their choice, self-identify as a former youth in care to that school, and complete a declaration form to be considered for the government tuition waiver program.
 
Youth in Care Canada
 https://youthincare.ca/british-columbia/
Resource for Scholarships and Bursaries for Youth in/from care as well as a comprehensive list of post-secondary institutions that waive tuition or have reduced tuition for former youth in care.
 
StudentAid BC – Youth Educational Assistance Fund for Former Youth in Care
This program provides grants of up to $5,500 per program year to former B.C. youth in care students between 19 and 24 years of age. Students may receive a maximum of four grants.  See website for details:
https://studentaidbc.ca/explore/grants-scholarships/youth-educational-assistance-fund-former-youth-care#Am_I_eligible?
 

StudentAid BC ~ Student Loan Information

To receive student financial assistance, you must meet all of these basic eligibility criteria:

• be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident or have protected person status
• have a valid Canadian social insurance number
• be a resident of British Columbia
• be pursuing full-time studies as your primary occupation
• be enrolled in an eligible program of study at an eligible post-secondary institution
• be able to demonstrate financial need
• make academic progress and achieve satisfactory scholastic standing in each period of post-secondary study

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