1. SCHOLARSHIPS
Henry Wise Wood
Fall 2016

2. Why Are Scholarships Important?
Estimated living expenses can be $ $10, 000 / year.
Estimated tuition, books, academic supplies, etc. to be $ $10,000 / year.

3. Cost Calculator

4. What Is A Scholarship?
A scholarship is a monetary award which is often based on a variety of criteria:
Academics
Volunteer work
Extracurricular activities
Sports
Financial need may or may not be a factor.

5. What Is A Bursary?
A bursary is a monetary grant that is usually based on financial need rather than merit.
The student is in need of financial assistance in order to continue their education.

6. Student Government Loans
Both the Federal and Provincial governments provide student loans for post-secondary study. Students must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents and need to apply through the province that considers them a resident. Government student loans are intended to be supplemental to student and family resources, and are awarded based on financial need.
Province of Alberta Loans:
Government of Canada Loans:

7. 1. Institution Based Scholarships
Types of Scholarships
1. Institution Based Scholarships
Every post-secondary institution will offer first year scholarships for first year students.
Check the institution’s web page for a list of these scholarships.

8. Institutions Based Entrance Scholarships
Open to students admitted to the post- secondary institute directly from high school.
Students MUST apply in order to be considered.
Students are considered based on their grade point average from high school.

9. 2. Membership Scholarships
Many organizations have scholarships available to members and their families.
Example A.T.A. (AB Teachers Association)
Could include employers, clubs, cultural organizations, religious affiliations, or teams.

10. 3. CBE / School Based Scholarships
Managed by the Calgary Board of Education Selected at school or city level. The typical application time for these is in the spring of the student’s Grade 12 year. Go to:

11. 4. Corporate Scholarships
Nationally or provincially selected
E.g. Toyota, T.D. Bank, Scotia Bank

12. 5. Government Scholarships
Alberta: Alexander Rutherford Scholarship
75% - 80% and higher average in 5 subjects in grade 10, 11, and 12.
Different monetary amounts awarded depending on average.
Value varies from $300 to $2500
Apply in the spring of your Grade 12 year.
Go to: for more information

13. More Scholarship Information
Have you created a profile?
Other Websites to explore:

14. www.educationmatters.ca EducationMatters @Ed_Matters
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17. HOW DO I FIND MORE INFO?? School Website is awesome!!
-Students tab-Scholarships
-12 page Scholarship Handbook (see p 8!)
-Monthly listings of significant $ awards, unique to Calgary, etc (posted 1 month in advance; check last year’s listings if you are searching ahead! Check for variance in date!)
Announcements, Bulletin Boards
Wednesday Warrior
Do you have the HWW phone APP???

20. Student Awards: Myths and Tips

21. Read up!
1. Different types of awards
2. Different requirements

22. “I have to be a straight A student”
Myth1.
“I have to be a straight A student”

23. “It’s a lot of work to apply”
Myth2.
“It’s a lot of work to apply”

24. It’s Easy.
Start early
Ask early

25. Myth3. “I have nothing to talk about”
Rachel Coker
Myth3. “I have nothing to talk about”

26. What to Write Read the question and stick to the theme of the essay
Share anecdotes and personal stories
Stand out
Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and YouTube
for more scholarship tips!
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@Ed_Matters
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27. Let your passion shine through...
“Volunteering is a major part of my life. Through the several events that I have had the privilege of partaking in, I have been able to do many things for the betterment of my own self and the greater community. By volunteering my time and skills, I am able to let my own light shine and inspire others to realize that service to community brings back infinite rewards.”

28. What NOT to Write
“Because for me, it’s not about loving your job everyday of your life, instead it’s all about the job security. I would rather have a job that I know I will have for a long time rather than one I love, but may not have it the next day. Once I get a job, I will slowly try to make my way up the corporate ladder as much as I can, before retiring at an optimistically early age (maybe 50?).”

29. “There are so many students applying, I’ll never get one!”
Myth4.
“There are so many students applying, I’ll never get one!”

30. Realize Your Potential!
Research
Apply often

31. Bonus tips. Read award criteria carefully
Type your application /make it legible
Include your name
Grammar, spelling, & word count
References: Choose wisely, secure early
Make sure application is complete
Financial need/Financial information
Keep an extra copy of your application
Contact information & important updates

32. Extra Motivation. Share your story Be passionate
Make your essay/application personal
Talk about your experiences

33. learningclicks.alberta.ca

34. Sign up for MyPass

35. NEED MORE INFO?? Talk to your guidance counsellor
Talk to the scholarship coordinator
Sign up for notification from REMIND
Stay tuned to the HWW website!!!!!!!
OTHER INFO:
University Application Workshops
Post-Sec visits (at HWW, Open House, Student for a Day)
OOP
Career Centre visit
Parent/Student Post Secondary & Scholarship Night November 1, 2016