Students and Parents……………………………………………….………………………………………….3
UPEI Entrance Scholarships and Bursaries…………………………………………………………….4
Holland College Entrance Scholarships………………………………………..……………………..13
Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards…………………………………………………………………...33
MRHS Awards and Prize List………………….……………………………………………………………88
Programs and Opportunities for High School Students……..………..………………….….92
List of Maritime Universities and Colleges, other Canadian Universities and Entrance to US Universities…………..……………………………………………………….…………102
Maritime Universities and Colleges…………………………………………………………103
Other Canadian Universities…………………………………………………………..….…..105
Entrance to Universities in the United States………………………………………….106
Scholarships, bursaries, awards, programs and opportunities listed by month…107
Summer employment and Opportunities for Students……………………………………..122
Students and Parents
This booklet contains information on scholarships, bursaries and awards available to our graduates. You will find a brief description, links to the website for further information, deadlines and applications.
It is impossible to keep this booklet current as deadlines change each year and not all deadlines are known very far in advance. Remember: dates are based on last year’s deadlines, unless the current year is listed.
Students are encouraged to check the announcements on our school website, visit the scholarship board at Student Services, and talk with our Guidance Counselors for the most up-to-date information.
Many recruiters from universities and colleges visit our school. Their visits will be posted on the school website and in Student Services (where sign-up sheets will be available). Some universities and colleges will hold an open-house and these dates will also be posted on the school website.
Many scholarships and bursaries will require a copy of your transcript, letters of reference/recommendation and/or an essay. Allow yourself time to get the necessary information.
Important information to remember:
Students with an average of 80% or higher in grade 11 and who have maintained that through first semester of grade 12 will often be considered for scholarships to the university or college where they apply. This process starts in February/March, of their graduating year, depending on the institution. Some universities/colleges have separate applications for some entrance scholarships.
Students should make appointments with our guidance counsellors to get assistance with planning and applying to universities and colleges.
Students receiving scholarships and awards, must bring the letter from the institution to the guidance counselors to confirm acceptance; otherwise they will not be announced at the graduation ceremony.
It is impossible to find every scholarship or bursary that is available. If you find scholarships not listed in this booklet, forward them to Jennifer Victor at javictor@edu.pe.ca and she will see that they are added to the booklet.
UPEI Entrance Scholarships
There are a number of scholarships which students are automatically considered for. The following is a list of scholarships you MUST apply for. More information and applications are located in Student Services.
Most deadlines are MARCH 1.
Audrey J. Tinney Nursing Scholarship
For 1st year nursing student
Full-time student (5 semester courses per semester)
Must be a PEI resident for minimum of 5 years.
Applicants will provide an essay, 500 words or less, outlining academic and career goals, extra-curricular activities (work, family, volunteer work or sports) and additional information on how the scholarship would assist you in achieving your goals.
Deadline: March 1
Faculty: Nursing
Max Amount: $1000
Avery Scholarship
For 1st year Arts student – majoring in English
Island high school student entering first year of the Faculty of Arts at UPEI and planning to major in English
Recipient is chosen on the basis of a typed 750-1,000 word essay on a topic chosen by the Board of the L. M. Montgomery Institute.
Deadline: March 1
Faculty: Arts- Majoring in English
Max Amount: $1000
Doris MacPherson Caseley Memorial Scholarship
For 1st year Arts student
PEI student entering the Bachelor of Arts program
Minimum average of 75%
Deadline: March 1
Faculty: Arts
Max Amount: $2500
Doris H. Anderson Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship
For 1st Year Students
Awarded to thirteen students entering full-time study (five courses per semester) at UPEI for the first time, who have a minimum 80% average in grade 1 and have proven leadership ability.
Deadline: March 1
Number: 13
Max Amount: $2000
Dorothy Corrigan Entrance Bursaries
First Year Students
Awarded to two students entering full-time study (five courses per semester) at UPEI for the first time, and who have a demonstrated financial need.
Deadline: March 1
Faculty: Arts, Majoring in English
Number: 2
Max Amount: $3000
Dr. Julian Jaynes Memorial Entrance Scholarship
For 1st year students, majoring in Psychology
The deserving student will have achieved high academic standing in high school
Major in the study of psychology
Recipient shall be determined by the based upon a complete application prior to the application deadline.
Deadline: March 1
Faculty: Majoring in Psychology
Number: 5
Max Amount: $1000
Dr. Ninian N. LeBlanc Alumni Scholarship
First Year Students
PEI high school graduate entering first year who has a strong academic record, a demonstrated financial need, and who is not already on scholarship
Award may be received for four years consecutively, provided he/she maintains the academic requirements established by the University (currently 75% in first year and 80% in subsequent years)
Deadline: March 1
Faculty: Any
Number: 1
Max Amount: $2200
Euginie Ann Pineau Memorial Entrance Bursary
For students entering the Transition Program
The recipients will be recommended by the Transition Program Co-coordinator to the Scholarship and Awards Committee based on suitability to the program and financial need. Selection will occur no later than August of each year.
Deadline: July 15
Number: 2
Max Amount: $500
Frederick M. Davison Award for Excellence
Awarded to the student who best reflects the following criteria; will have achieved well academically, though not necessarily the highest aggregate in high school; and exhibits dedication and a desire to make a difference in the community.
Applicants will provide a personal statement of 500 – 1,000 words outlining: Involvement in school and community activities; leadership experience; personal and professional goals; why you wish to be a part of the UPEI community; how you hope to contribute to the spirit and life of the campus during your time at UPEI.
Two (2) letters of reference
Deadline: March 1
Number: 1
Max Amount: Up to $4000
Evelyn M. Cudmore Memorial Scholarship
For 1st year students in Science and Majoring in Family & Nutritional Sciences
Special consideration for a student specializing in Child and Family Studies
Eligible students should have demonstrated volunteer leadership and experience among the following areas: Red Cross or other water safety programs as an instructor, supervisor, or in a similar capacity; experience as a youth camp counselor, leader, or swim instructor; or other notable volunteer activity in outdoor education
Students receiving other scholarships and/or bursaries of less than full tuition are eligible
Special consideration may be given to a student’s financial circumstances.
Deadline: March 1
Faculty: Science, Majoring in Family & Nutritional Sciences
Number: 1
Max Amount: $700
H. Wade MacLauchlan Raised Expectations Awards
Awarded to a PEI student who has demonstrated the greatest academic improvement from grade 10 to completion of grade 12 (minimum 10% improvement in an academic program or a switch from general to academic program).
Deadline: March 1
Faculty: Any
Number: 5
Max Amount: $1000
Harrison McCain Scholarship
Criteria for the awards include:
The number of scholarships/bursaries available may vary from year to year.
Renewal criteria to be met each year.
Deadline: March 1
Faculty: Any
Max Amount: $4000/ year ($16,000 over 4 years)
Hart-Gorrill Entrance Award
Awarded to a student of good character, shown through extra-curricular activity and pursuing full-time study.
Deadline: March 1
Faculty: Arts
Number 1
Max Amount: $250.
Island International Baccalaureate Scholarship
Awarded to a student who has successfully completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma program at a Prince Edward Island high school at the time of his/her graduation and intending to enter UPEI for the first time.
Deadline: March 1
Number 1
Max Amount: Full tuition
J. Elmer & Elise Hynes Aboriginal Student Achievement Entrance Award
Awarded to an Aboriginal student entering UPEI in full-time undergraduate studies who is positively and actively involved in their community, and who has a high school academic record that reflects his/her perseverance in studies.
Deadline: March 1
Number 1
Max Amount: $1000
John Tremblay Bursary in Business Administration
Preference is given to students entering the Business Administration program at UPEI.
Awarded to a student, upon recommendation from their high school principal(s), who graduated from a PEI French-language high school; based on good academic standing and not already on scholarship of more than $1000.00.
Deadline: March 1
Number 2
Max Amount: $2500
Mary C. McInnis Scholarship in Nursing
Entering 1st Year nursing
Awarded to a deserving student graduating from an Island high school who is entering the School of Nursing with a high academic average.
Deadline: March 1
Number 1
Max Amount: $1500
Wilbert McInnis Scholarship
Entering School of Business
Awarded to a student who has graduated from an Island high school and is entering the School of Business, has a minimum average of 75%, and contributes to their community through volunteer work.
Deadline: March 1
Number 1
Max Amount: $1500
Michael S. Kelly Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to a first-year student, demonstrates characteristics of leadership, community involvement, outstanding athletic ability, and academic excellence.
Applicants will require two letters of reference (one from within the education system) and a personal statement on extracurricular activities that applicant has been involved in.
Deadline: March 1
Number 1
Max Amount: Renewable full tuition
Wanda Wyatt Scholarship
Awarded to students who demonstrate the potential to contribute to the long-term development of the Province. Recipients must demonstrate an aptitude for or interest in the cultural or artistic dimension of life.
Applicants will require two letters of reference (one from within the education system) and a personal statement on extracurricular activities that applicant has been involved in.
Deadline: March 1
Number: 3
Max Amount: $5000 Renewable (total of $20,000 over 4 years
A.G & Eliza Jane Ramsden Memorial Scholarship Protestant
These scholarships will be awarded to full-time students with consideration for financial requirements and personal character and not already receiving a scholarship or bursary of more than $1000.
Consideration may also be given to the academic standing of an applicant and/or expressed interest to pursue theological studies. These scholarships are awarded on the basis of financial need.
Deadline: February 15th
Number: 1
Max Amount: Minimum of $1000 to a maximum of full tuition.
The Garden Home Scholarship in Nursing
Entering 1st year Nursing
This scholarship is awarded annually to a student entering first year of the UPEI School of Nursing program.
The scholarship is granted based on demonstrated leadership qualities and an interest in gerontology.
Deadline: March 1
Number: 1
Max Amount: $5000 non-renewable entrance scholarship
John S MacDonald Scholarship
The scholarship will be awarded to a Montague High student who plans to go to UPEI and who has maintained an 80% or greater academic record in grade 11, and who displays interest and enthusiasm for life-long learning, an interest and commitment to his/her community and demonstrates financial needs.
Applicants must submit a 500 word essay to the UPEI Scholarship and Awards Committee.
Deadline: March 1
Number: 1
Max Amount: $5000 (renewable for one year)
Engineers PEI Entrance Awards
Two awards will be granted to deserving students entering the first year of the four year UPEI Sustainable Design Engineering degree program who have achieved high academic standing in secondary school but who have not received any other major donor funded awards.
Deadline: March 1
Number: 2
Max Amount: $500
Rotary Club of Montague Scholarship
Awarded to a student entering an undergraduate program for the first time who is normally a resident in Eastern Prince Edward Island and demonstrates financial need. This scholarship is renewable for three subsequent years provided the student maintains 70% or greater in the previous academic year.
Dealine: March 1
Number: 1
Mac Amount: $500
Holland College Entrance Awards
All awards have application deadlines and some awards are designated to specific programs but many are available to all college students.
All recipients are notified in June and awards are issued as tuition credits applied to student accounts in September.
For more information on the following awards, visit the following website:
http://www.hollandcollege.com/alumni-and-friends/student-awards/
For more information about the awards outlined in the list attached, please contact
Crystal Neary by e-mail cdneary@hollandcollege.com or phone at (902) 566-9374.
Note: There are many more awards found on the Holland College website but not all
are for first year student