Sobey Family Scholarship
$50,000.00
$50,000.00
Intro — automatic consideration and no separate form for general awards
General entrance scholarships are awarded according to your admission average and do not require a separate scholarship form. Any secondary-school applicant seeking September entry into King’s (programs: BA, BSc, BJ(Hons) / BJH, or BMus) will be assessed automatically for these awards when they apply for admission.
Important deadline
March 1, 11:59 p.m. (AST)
How to be considered for general entrance scholarships
1. Submit an application for September admission.
2. Supply all required documentation, including official first-semester or mid‑year grades. (Consult Admission Requirements for details.)
Major entrance scholarships — application...
Dalhousie University Entrance Scholarships
$79,999.00
$79,999.00
Overview Each year Dalhousie provides millions of dollars in scholarships and bursaries to support incoming students. Through the General Entrance Award application there are more than 2,000 entrance awards available. These awards are intended for students starting at Dalhousie in the Fall term. If you plan to begin in the Winter or Summer term, please consult the Current Undergraduate Students and Applying for Bursaries pages for relevant opportunities. Important deadline The General Entrance Awards/Scholarships program for the 2026/2027 year closes on February 15, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (AT). To be considered, your application and any required supporting documents must be...
Dalhousie Entrance Scholarships
$3,000.00
$3,000.00
Dalhousie provides millions of dollars each year in scholarships and bursaries to support new students. Through the General Entrance Award application more than 2,000 entrance awards are available. These entrance awards are intended for students starting at Dalhousie in the Fall term. If you plan to begin in the Winter or Summer term, consult the Current Undergraduate Students and Applying for Bursaries pages for the appropriate options. Program overview - The 2026/2027 Dalhousie General Entrance Awards/Scholarships application period closes on February 15, 2026 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Time (AT). - Awards are granted on the basis of academic performance, leadership,...
Saint Mary's Renewable Entrance Scholarships
$14,000.00
$14,000.00
Introduction Saint Mary’s University recognizes outstanding academic achievement through a competitive admissions scholarship program. Applicants who submit their application and receive admission by February 15 for the September intake will be considered for admissions scholarships along with other candidates. Note that the Entrance Awards Program is a separate application process; awards are distributed based on criteria such as academic performance, demonstrated financial need, and community or extracurricular involvement. If you have questions about applying to Saint Mary’s or about entrance scholarships and awards, contact the Recruitment Office at recruitment@smu.ca. Entrance Awards Program — Overview Saint Mary’s provides numerous scholarships, bursaries...
Presidential Scholarships
$36,000.00
$36,000.00
Intro Domestic and international students graduating from high school who have an admission average of at least 95% or an International Baccalaureate score of 36 or higher are invited to apply for the Presidential Scholarship, the Presidential International Baccalaureate Scholarship, and the Santamarian Scholarship. Eligibility - Who should apply: domestic and international high school applicants with a 95%+ admission average or an IB total of 36+. - Awards: Presidential Scholarship, Presidential International Baccalaureate Scholarship, Santamarian Scholarship. How to apply - Complete Parts 1 and 3 of the Entrance Awards Program Application. - Provide a 750-word personal essay describing your community...
Harrison McCain Scholarship
$4,000.00
$4,000.00
Eligibility - Open to any student in Canadian high schools; preference will be given to applicants who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents. - Applicants must have achieved at least an 80% average in their final (senior) year of high school. - Selection also considers demonstrated financial need, evidence of leadership, and clear initiative in contributing toward the cost of their own education. Application requirements To be eligible for consideration, submit a complete application package that includes: 1. The fully completed Harrison McCain Scholarship/Bursary Application form. 2. A recommendation letter from a principal, teacher, or school counsellor. This letter must...
The Sobeys Scholar Award
$50,000.00
$50,000.00
Overview
Saint Mary’s University recognizes outstanding academic achievement through a competitive admissions scholarship program. Applicants who apply and are offered admission by February 15 for the September intake will be evaluated for admissions scholarships within the applicant candidate pool. Note that the Entrance Awards Program is a separate process and requires its own application; awards from that program are determined using criteria such as academic merit, financial need, and community or extracurricular involvement.
Eligibility
- Open to admitted applicants to the Sobey School of Business across Canada.
- Minimum academic threshold: a 90% or higher admission average, or an International...
Halifax Friends of UPEI Entrance Scholarship
$1,500.00
$1,500.00
Introduction
This scholarship is presented to a full-time, first-year student beginning studies at the University of Prince Edward Island. Preference is given to applicants from the Halifax region.
Eligibility
- Must be a full-time, first-year entrant at UPEI.
- Minimum academic average of 85%.
- Demonstrated participation in community service activities while in high school.
- Not currently holding another scholarship in excess of $2,500.
Background
The Halifax Friends of UPEI Scholarship was created in 2004 by a collective of UPEI alumni and former Islanders.
John and Isabel Copan Entrance Scholarship
$1,100.00
$1,100.00
Description
This bursary is intended for a full-time student beginning their first year at the University of Prince Edward Island who comes from Pictou County, Nova Scotia. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and have a strong high school academic record. If two or more applicants are equally qualified, priority will be given to the student with the greater financial need rather than the one with the higher academic standing. Should there be no eligible or applying students from Pictou County, the award may be granted to another qualifying student from elsewhere in Nova Scotia.
Background
The Copan Family established this...
Carrie and Ralph Wright Memorial Scholarship
$39,000.00
$39,000.00
Overview
This scholarship supports students enrolled in the Foundation Year Program.
Eligibility
- Open to all applicants to the Foundation Year Program.
- Candidates must demonstrate strong academic achievement.
Academic requirement
- Minimum high school average: 85% or higher.
Award details
- Total duration: up to 4 years.
- Number of awards: 1.
- Value:
- Year 1: $12,000
- Years 2–4: $9,000 per year
- Renewable: Yes — the award can be renewed for the remaining years provided the recipient maintains scholarship standing.
How to apply
- Deadline: March 1 at 11:59 p.m. AST.
- A scholarship application is...
Dr. P. Anthony Johnstone Entrance Scholarship
$6,000.00
$6,000.00
Introduction
Established by the Province of Nova Scotia in 1991, this entrance scholarship promotes awareness and study of human rights issues in Canada. It commemorates the late Dr. P. Anthony Johnstone, who served as Executive Director of the Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission.
Award details
- Value: $6,000 (one-time, non-renewable)
- Term: Applicable only to the first year of undergraduate study
Eligibility
Applicants must meet all of the following:
- Be a graduate of a Nova Scotia high school in the current academic year (graduates through upgrading are not eligible);
- Be a resident of Nova Scotia;
- Be entering...
Currie Undergraduate Scholarship in Engineering
$75,000.00
$75,000.00
Field: Engineering (students in other programs should refer to the Currie Undergraduate Scholarship)
Overview
This scholarship provides up to four awards, each with a total value of $75,000, supporting recipients for up to four years. The revised award value applies to newly selected recipients beginning Fall 2025.
Eligibility
- Open to students starting a Bachelor of Engineering program immediately following graduation from a high school located in any of the four Atlantic Provinces.
- Applicants must be Canadian citizens and provincial residents of an Atlantic Canadian province as defined by that province’s Student Financial Services guidelines.
- Students in non-engineering...
How to Become a Producer or Director
EXPECTED WAGE:
$64,430.00
EXPECTED WAGE:
$64,430.00
Directors and producers are responsible for ensuring a project stays on budget and on schedule. The majorities have a bachelor's degree and have finished numerous years of work experience in...
Exam Scores
Unemployment: 4.2%
Education: Bachelor's or higher degree, plus work experience
Education: Bachelor's or higher degree, plus work experience
How to Become an Actuary
EXPECTED WAGE:
$84,810.00
EXPECTED WAGE:
$84,810.00
In order to become certified professionals, Actuaries require a bachelor's degree and have to pass numerous exams. Bachelor's degrees are typically taken in actuarial science, mathematics, statistics or some form...
Exam Scores
Unemployment: 1.1%
Education: Bachelor's or higher degree, plus work experience
Education: Bachelor's or higher degree, plus work experience
How to Become an Advertising, Promotions, or Marketing Manager
EXPECTED WAGE:
$105,960.00
EXPECTED WAGE:
$105,960.00
Typically, these managers bring previous work experience to the table including: sales, advertising, promotions or marketing. For most of these promotions, advertising and related marketed management positions, a bachelor's degree...
Exam Scores
Unemployment: 3.1%
Education: Bachelor's or higher degree, plus work experience
Education: Bachelor's or higher degree, plus work experience
How to Become and Aerospace Engineer
EXPECTED WAGE:
$101,000.00
EXPECTED WAGE:
$101,000.00
Aerospace engineers use the principles of calculus, trigonometry, and other advanced topics in mathematics for analysis, design, and troubleshooting in their work. Aerospace engineers must have a bachelor’s degree in...
How to Become an Airline or Commercial Pilot
EXPECTED WAGE:
$111,680.00
EXPECTED WAGE:
$111,680.00
The majority of airline pilots start their career flying commercially. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Most pilots need a bachelor's degree. The FAA or Federal Aviation Administration...
How to Become an Anthropologist or Archaeologist
EXPECTED WAGE:
$57,000.00
EXPECTED WAGE:
$57,000.00
Commonly, archaeologists and anthropologists live in the community they are studying. A PhD or a master's degree is required in archaeology or anthropology; however, bachelor degree holders may obtain employment...
How to Become an Architect
EXPECTED WAGE:
$70,320.00
EXPECTED WAGE:
$70,320.00
Typically, there are 3 specific steps in order to become a licensed architect including: finishing a professional degree in architecture, working under a paid internship to gain relevant experience and...
How to Become a Curator
EXPECTED WAGE:
$45,020.00
EXPECTED WAGE:
$45,020.00
It is common for curators to specialize in one particular time period. The majority of curator, archivist or conservator positions require a minimum of a master's degree that is related...
How to Become an Art Director
EXPECTED WAGE:
$78,000.00
EXPECTED WAGE:
$78,000.00
Numerous art directors initiate their career as photographers, graphic designers and fine artists. They may have previous work experience as editors or experience in design occupation prior to becoming art...
Exam Scores
Unemployment: 4.1%
Education: Bachelor's or higher degree, plus work experience
Education: Bachelor's or higher degree, plus work experience
How to Become an Atmospheric Scientist
EXPECTED WAGE:
$81,290.00
EXPECTED WAGE:
$81,290.00
Atmospheric scientists are responsible for issuing severe weather warnings. They typically have a bachelor's degree in meteorology or a similarly related field in earth sciences. Those interested in research positions...
How to Become an Audiologist
EXPECTED WAGE:
$62,030.00
EXPECTED WAGE:
$62,030.00
Audiologists work with patients on a regular basis to check their hearing and balance. They may continue with the current treatment plan or make appropriate changes. Audiologists require a doctoral...
How to Become an Editor
EXPECTED WAGE:
$53,070.00
EXPECTED WAGE:
$53,070.00
Typically, a college degree is required for a person to be an editor. A bachelor's degree in English, journalism or communications is common. An editor must additionally be computer literate.
How to Become a Biochemist or Biophysicist
EXPECTED WAGE:
$88,000.00
EXPECTED WAGE:
$88,000.00
In order to work in development and research positions, biophysicists and biochemists are required to hold a Ph.D. The majority of Ph.D. holders initiate their careers in temporary postdoctoral research...
How to Become a Biomedical Engineer
EXPECTED WAGE:
$85,000.00
EXPECTED WAGE:
$85,000.00
Biomedical engineers commonly work in quality assurance or in research and development modes. Typically, these engineers require a bachelor's degree from an accredited program in biomedical engineering in order to...
How to Become a Chemical Engineer
EXPECTED WAGE:
$91,000.00
EXPECTED WAGE:
$91,000.00
A bachelor's degree in chemical engineering is required for one to become a chemical engineer. Ideally, education is supplemented with practical experience. Numerous facilities offer cooperative engineering programs where students...
How to Become a Chemist
EXPECTED WAGE:
$80,230.00
EXPECTED WAGE:
$80,230.00
The majority of materials scientists and chemists work in laboratory settings. These careers require a minimum of a bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related subject. Those wishing to pursue...
How to Become a Chiropractor
EXPECTED WAGE:
$66,490.00
EXPECTED WAGE:
$66,490.00
Those who wish to become a chiropractor need to earn their D.C. degree or Doctor of Chiropractic designation. Licensing needs to be obtained prior to working on people. Most chiropractors...
How to Become a Civil Engineer
EXPECTED WAGE:
$79,000.00
EXPECTED WAGE:
$79,000.00
In order to become a civil engineer, a bachelor's degree is required in civil engineering or one of its related specialties. For senior positions, a graduate degree and licensure is...
