CFUW Saanich Peninsula Access to Success Entrance Award

Award at a glance

Value

$2,000

Deadline

Type

Entrance award/bursary

Eligibility

Full-time

Donor

Canadian Federation of University Women Saanich Peninsula

Number of Awards

2

Award description

The CFUW Saanich Peninsula Access to Success Entrance Award is a non-repayable award to provide financial assistance to student(s) with completion of a minimum of one course in the School of Access and is continuing their education at Camosun College in the fall semester.

Criteria

  • Must have completed a minimum of one course in the School of Access and is continuing their full-time education at Camosun College.
  • Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
  • The student will show potential for success and indicate an interest in a career through their chosen program or field.
  • Preference will be first given to a woman student, and second to someone who is involved in the community through community service.
  • Submit a letter describing why you are interested in your chosen field/program, what your future career goals are, and demonstrate ways in which you have contributed to your community.

Application process

  • Online application will be available from March 1 to August 1.
  • Complete applications must be submitted by August 1. All supporting documentation must be received by this date. Late, incomplete, or printed applications will not be accepted.
  • Adjudication of this award will be managed by the Financial Aid & Awards office. All decisions are final.
  • Successful recipients will be notified by email by October 1. 
  • Award will be applied directly to the student's Camosun account. If tuition and fees have already been paid, the surplus amount will be refunded.
  • Entrance awards cannot be deferred to a future semester or year.

Additional Information

  • Students will not normally receive more than one entrance award.
  • Students receiving Persons with Disabilities or Income Assistance should speak with Financial Aid & Awards and their Ministry case worker to discuss how bursary funds may impact their government assistance.
  • Bursary funds are considered income. A statement for income tax purposes will be sent to recipients by Camosun.
  • Bursary recipients are encouraged to write a thank you letter to the donor; thank you letters can be submitted to Financial Aid & Awards at either campus.
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Thank you to our donor

Canadian Federation of University Women Saanich Peninsula