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.