APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED, RE-OPENS IN OCT/NOV
Scholarship Awarding University:
Type of degree:
Bachelor’s
Scholarship Deadline:
Applications for this scholarship will end on February 25, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.
Scholarship Summary:
The prestigious Laurier Scholars Award at WLU is an annual entrance scholarship that was established to offer high-achieving students (Canadian and international) the opportunity to participate in a dynamic learning environment that will foster innovative thinking and ethical, visionary leadership.
Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
Students are required to meet the eligibility criteria to be considered for the Laurier Scholars Award, which includes:
• attending a post-secondary institution for the first time;
• an admission average of 90% or higher;
• an offer of admission to a full-time undergraduate program starting in fall 2025.
Value of Scholarship:
Seven students will be selected to receive a $40,000 entrance scholarship. The Laurier Scholars Award includes $7,500 per year for up to four years and an experiential learning award of $10,000.
- The experiential award may be used to fund a summer research assistantship, international exchange or another hands-on learning opportunity that connects in-class knowledge to learning experiences outside the classroom.
Scholarship Application Guide:
To apply;
1) Submit the Laurier Scholars Award application available on the applicant portal (under the "Scholarships" tab) by February 25, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. You can start the application and come back to it later. Applications open Dec 2, 2024.
2) Students are selected for the Laurier Scholars Award based on their academic achievement and a separate application, which includes:
• a personal statement,
• list of your activities and/or accomplishments,
• a letter of recommendation, and
• a virtual interview may be required for shortlisted candidates.
Scholarship Website:
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the Wilfrid Laurier University Laurier Scholars Program Page.