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FINANCING YOUR EDUCATIONScholarships, Awards and Bursaries
AKA HOW TO…
TERMINOLOGY• Scholarships Money for academic
excellence (and sometimes) community service, athletics etc.
• Awards Money for academic achievement, but also community service, athletics and individual contributions
• Bursaries Money for those in need• Loans Money borrowed that usually
needs to be repaid
1. GOVERNMENT SPONSORED SCHOLARSHIPS
new this year!
BEFORE:• Passport to Education: still good for redemption
• Grad Program Examination Scholarships: one more year!
GOVERNMENT SPONSORED SCHOLARSHIPS
NOW:• BC Excellence Scholarship (by nomination)• BC Achievement Scholarship (academic
achievement)• District / Authority Scholarship (subject area
specific)• Pathway to Education Scholarship (prospective
teachers)
See BC Ministry of Education Scholarship site
2. POST-SECONDARY SCHOLARSHIPS…
Major Entrance Scholarships, Entrance Scholarships, Awards and more
Check prospective University websites
3. LOCALLY SPONSORED SCHOLARSHIPS…
…also Bursaries and AwardsMore info to come in Early next yearRead the Kodiak!
MOST TIME-SENSITIVE
There are TONS available depending on your interests, background, goals, etc.
Some scholarships due October / November so start looking!
4. SCHOLARSHIPS THROUGH PRIVATE ORGANISATIONS…
SOME PLACES TO START…
•www.scholarshipscanada.com•www.yconic.com
**Check the portal for more, but keep in mind we can never have a fully comprehensive list- there are so many!!!**
TIPS FOR SUCCESS1.Get started EARLY• Criteria varies for different scholarships• Most applications require:
ApplicationPersonal EssayReferencesTranscripts / Record of grades
TIPS FOR SUCCESS2. Do you have a SIN??• Get one!! You need this to apply
3. Make sure you fit the criteria!
TIPS FOR SUCCESS4. Pay Attention to deadlines!• “Received by” has to be in their hands
by that date• “Postmarked by” has to be mailed by
that date
TIPS FOR SUCCESS5. Transcripts• Don’t necessarily need official copies • New MyEDBC currently can’t print them
TIPS FOR SUCCESS
6. Personal Essay•What will make yours stand out?• Include topics such as influences, interests & activities, leadership, volunteer work, plans for post-secondary BUT…•Keep it brief
TIPS FOR SUCCESS7. Brag Sheet• Make sure it accurately portrays your
strengths and accomplishments• Find it here
TIPS FOR SUCCESS8. References• Choose wisely• Ask Early (MINIMUM two weeks)• Give Thanks (a card at the VERY least )
TIPS FOR SUCCESS9. Get Organized!• Keep electronic files and folders for each
application you submit.
DID YOU WIN?!!1. Be Proud!• Let us know by filling out this form and handing
it in to your counsellor• Scholarships are announced at commencement• May help you win other local scholarships
2. Be Grateful• MAKE SURE you send a THANK-YOU
STAY TUNED• More scholarship meetings to come!
GOOD LUCK!!