The George and Marsha Ivany President’s First and Best Scholarships are a big opportunity for undergraduate students entering the University of Saskatchewan. For the 2024-25 academic year, these scholarships offer $40,000, spread over four years, to students who have shown they’re among the best and brightest. It’s for those graduating from Canadian high schools and heading straight to university with top grades.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!This scholarship is about rewarding excellence and helping students start their university journey with strong support. It’s a recognition of hard work and a boost for those aiming high. With $10,000 each year, it’s a significant help in covering university costs.
A Background
To be considered, you need to have at least a 95% average from high school. The scholarship is renewable, which means you can keep getting it for up to three more years if you maintain an 80% average at the university. It’s one of the most generous scholarships at the University of Saskatchewan, and it’s designed to attract the best students to the campus.
One of these scholarships is a Circle of Honour award, preferentially given to an Indigenous student. It’s part of the university’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. The deadline to apply for admission and for the scholarship is December 1, so make sure to mark your calendar.
What the Scholarship Offers
The George and Marsha Ivany President’s First and Best Scholarships offer a funded opportunity for prospective applicants as follows:
- The scholarship is valued at $40,000 ($10,000/year over four years), and there are five awards available.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the opportunity, applicants have to meet certain requirements as listed below:
- Obtaining a Canadian high school diploma
- Going straight from high school to college
- Minimum 95% on the high school transcript
- Leadership and contributions to school/community life
- Renewability: The scholarship is renewable for up to three additional years, provided an 80% university average is maintained
Application Procedure
Follow the process below on how to apply for the George and Marsha Ivany President’s First and Best Scholarships for the 2024-25 academic session:Â
- Admission Application: Apply for admission by December 1.
- Scholarship Application: Complete the Best and Brightest Entrance Scholarships application form by December 15 in PAWS.
- Email Notifications: Check your email after applying for notifications.
- Award Acceptance: Watch your email for an award offer and accept it if you wish to proceed.
- Please ensure to maintain the required academic standards to keep the scholarship throughout your university years. Good luck with your application!
NOTE: The deadline for this offer is December 15, 2024.
For detailed information about the George and Marsha Ivany President’s First and Best Scholarships and application guidelines, please visit the official scholarship link.
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