150 RCAF Wing Memorial Scholarship

What you will need

• ✓ The application form, from 150 RCAF Wing or from Memorial University's Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards Office (A-1002, Arts Building)
• ✓ A personal letter of application stating your goals, personal achievements, and financial need
• ✓ Written submission sent to: 150 RCAF Wing - Memorial Scholarship Committee, 565 Roosevelt Avenue, Pleasantville, St. John's, NL, A1A 5B2

About this award

The value of this scholarship is a portion of the annual accrued interest on the endowment. As a scholarship, this money is yours to keep — there is nothing to repay. Because the amount depends on the interest earned, no fixed dollar amount is posted; contact Memorial University to confirm the current value before you apply. This is for you if you are a full-time undergraduate student at Memorial University of Newfoundland in any year or field of study who is a member of 150 RCAF Wing, an Air Force veteran, a current or former Air Cadet of the 515 North Atlantic Squadron, or a close relative of a Wing member or Air Force veteran. No deadline is posted publicly — before you start the application, check Memorial University's program page or call their office to confirm when applications open and close this year. Selection is handled by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards based on your scholarship standing, though they may also consider your financial need. Ask Memorial University roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Memorial University during your application how the money will reach you — some awards pay students directly, others apply funds to tuition. Confirm this so you can plan your cash flow. The same student can win this scholarship more than once. If you're counting on it for more than one year, ask Memorial University whether you need to apply again each year.

Who qualifies

You must be a full-time undergraduate student in any year or field of study, and this award is tenable only at Memorial University of Newfoundland. You qualify if you fit one of these three groups: 1. You are a Wing member (as defined by the Constitution) or a relative of a Wing member. 2. You are an Air Force Veteran or a relative of an Air Force Veteran. 3. You are an Air Cadet or former Air Cadet of the 515 North Atlantic Squadron who served for two years and remained in good standing. For this award, a relative is defined as your son, daughter, grandson, granddaughter, great-grandson, great-granddaughter, brother, sister, nephew, or niece.

This is what the award's official page said when we last checked. Rules change, so confirm on the award's official page before you apply.

• ✓ Canadian citizen, permanent resident or international student
• ✓ Open to undergraduate students

How to apply

1. 1

   Read the award's official page

   Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.

2. 2

   Ask for reference letters2 weeks

   Give your referees at least two weeks' notice, and send them your résumé.

3. 3

   Check this year's deadline

   We don't have a confirmed date for this round. The award's official page will have it.

Tips for applying

• Personal StatementAvoid writing a generic letter. Instead, clearly state your specific goals, your personal achievements, and how you experience financial need. Mention your specific connection to the RCAF (Royal Canadian Air Force) early in the letter.
• SupportAvoid omitting proof of your relationship to a member or veteran. Instead, include clear documentation that shows you are a child, grandchild, sibling, nephew, or niece of the member. Contact the 150 RCAF Wing office to ask what documents they prefer.
• StrategyAvoid focusing only on your grades. Instead, balance your academic standing with a detailed explanation of your financial situation. Since the source notes that consideration may be given to financial need, be honest and specific about your gaps in funding.
• RealismAvoid assuming you can only apply once. Instead, remember that this award may be granted to the same person more than once. Check in with the Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards Office each year to see if you remain eligible.

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