Horatio Alger Undergraduate Scholarships
Award value
$5,000
Number of awards
160
Application to apply for
Donor
Members of the Canadian Association
The Horatio Alger Association of Canada provides $1.2 million annually in need-based scholarship support for deserving students in all Canadian provinces and territories.
Scholarships of up to $10,000 are awarded to full-time students in Grade 11 with financial need (family income under $65,000) who have demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, a commitment to pursue a post-secondary education, a desire to contribute to society, and a good academic record.
Award description
- To be eligible to apply for the Horatio Alger Undergraduate Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be enrolled full-time as a high school grade 11 student in Canada
- Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree program at an accredited university
- Prove critical financial need ($65,000 or less annual net income per family is required)
- Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
- Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
- Maintain a minimum grade percentage of 70
Required criteria
Student type: Undergraduate
Year entering: 1st
Citizenship/residency: Domestic
Award information
Type of award: Scholarship
Internal/external/government: External