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Western national Scholarships
Western National Scholarships
National Scholarships are designed to recognize all-round excellence. They are awarded on the basis of outstanding academic performance to candidates who demonstrate ability for creative and innovative thought and a passion for the pursuit of learning. National 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.
For the 2025/2026 academic year, the Western National Scholarship Program includes the following scholarships:
Some of our National Scholarships include:
|
Value |
Scholarship |
# awarded |
|
$92,000 |
Beryl Ivey Continuing Entrance Scholarship |
1 |
|
$80,000 |
Neen Hodgins National Entrance Scholarship |
1 |
|
$80,000 |
Neen Hodgins President’s International Entrance Scholarship |
1 |
|
$70,000 |
President’s Entrance Scholarship |
1 |
|
$65,000 |
President’s Entrance Scholarship |
4 |
|
$50,000 |
President’s Entrance Scholarship |
15 |
|
$50,000 |
James Jenkins President’s Entrance Scholarship for Black Students |
5 |
|
$50,000 |
National Indigenous Scholarship |
5 |
|
$100,000 |
International President’s Entrance Scholarship |
3 |
|
$30,000 |
Faculty Entrance Scholarship |
15 |
|
$5,000 |
National Scholarship Study Abroad Award |
46 |
|
$2,000 for one year |
National Merit Award |
50 |
The on-line application for the Western National Scholarship Program and additional information including number of students each school can nominate can be found at http://www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_finances/scholarships_awards/national_scholarship_program.html
Should you have any questions or require further details about the Western National Scholarship Program, please contact Norma Merino at 519-661-2111 extension 85958 or email nmerino@uwo.ca
Criteria: (applied to Western through OUAC)
– 90% overall average on all 4U/M level courses
– creative and innovative thought
-high achievement in extracurricular activities
-commitment to school and community service
must be nominated by school (SBCSS can nominate up to 4 students)
In order to be considered for nomination, students must submit a 1 page resume outlining their extra-curricular activities, leadership experiences, and community involvement. This must be submitted to Mr. Betik in Guidance by Thursday, February 13th, 2025. Please see Mr. Betik if you have questions.
KW Legacy Scholarship Program 2025
KW Legacy Scholarship Program:
Leadership, Citizenship, and Community Service, Financial need, and Academic success
Due date to Guidance – Feb. 6th, 2025
Various Scholarships available
Five General scholarships worth $5000,
WLU Faculty of Science Scholarship
MGC manufacturing Sholarship
Heffner Cabinetry Scholarship
Heffner Automotive Scholarship
2 Bishops University Scholarships – worth $12,000
1 Saint Mary’s University Bachelor of Commerce worth $50,000
Preliminary submission to guidance is necessary by February 06, 2025. Please speak to Mr. Betik if you are considering an application
Legacy scholarship FAQ for students 2025 – Google Docs (1)
Grade 12 On-Line Workshop: Funding Post-Secondary Education: Scholarships, Bursaries & OSAP
Please find available, the On-line workshop regarding post-secondary funding.
This link and password has already been shared on the Guidance landing page on D2L.
Your Guidance Counsellor can also provide you with the password. The video is not to be shared with those not attending St. Benedict.
TD Scholarships for Community Leadership
Due Date: November 13, 2024
Up to $ 70,000 over 4 years (20 Scholarships available)
Have you shown leadership in helping to make a meaningful and lasting difference in your community? We’d love to hear about your community leadership efforts and what inspired you to get involved. We’re more interested in the mark you’re making in the world than the marks you’re getting in the classroom. This scholarship program is open to student leaders with an average of 75% and up (outside Quebec), or a minimum R score of 26 in Quebec, who are helping to support positive change in their communities.
The TD Scholarships for Community Leadership are available to students who are helping to support change, nurture progress and contribute to making the world a better place, in their communities.
Criteria:
- completed application form
- 600 word essay (3 copies) describing community involvement and leadership
1 letter of recommendation from school staff member
2 letters of support from community leadership activities
-some applications in guidance office or online @
