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Alumni Association of Lakehead University Entrance award for Women in Engineering

Get $1,080 for entering an engineering program as a woman.

Published by · last checked October 23, 2026

Total value
$1,080
Deadline
Jan 31, 2027
Level
High school

What you will need

  • A 500-word essay on why this award is important to you
  • An academic average of no less than 75%
  • Submission through the Lakehead University awards portal

About this award

You will receive $1,080. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are a woman entering an engineering program and want to share why this support is meaningful to your journey. You must apply by January 31, 2027. When you apply, ask Lakehead University how and when you will hear back — whether it is through email, the portal, or a phone call. The Senate Undergraduate Scholarships and Bursaries Committee chooses the winner based on a recommendation from the Faculty of Engineering. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Lakehead University how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Lakehead 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. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you are counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Lakehead University whether it is one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

To qualify, you must be a woman entering an engineering program. You must have an academic average of no less than 75%.

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.

  • Open to high school students
  • Studying Engineering

How to apply

  1. Read the award's official page

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

  2. Write your essay

    Be specific about what you did and what changed because of it. Proofread it twice.

  3. Submit your application

    Save a copy, and submit at least a day before the deadline shown above.

Tips for applying

  • EssayAvoid writing a generic statement about engineering. Instead, focus on the specific reasons why this award is important to you personally. Write a draft that clearly connects your goals to the impact of the funding.
  • SupportAvoid submitting your essay without a second pair of eyes. Instead, ask a teacher or mentor to review your 500-word piece for clarity. Have them check that you answered the prompt directly.
  • RealismAvoid assuming the 75% average guarantees a win. Instead, remember that the Faculty of Engineering makes a recommendation to a committee, so your essay is a key way to stand out.

Questions students ask

How do I apply?

Use the Apply on the official site button on this page: it opens the official application page in a new tab.

When is the deadline?

Applications close on January 31, 2027. Submit a day or two early: application sites get busy at the end.

Can international students apply?

Check the award's official page for the citizenship rules.

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Alumni Association of Lakehead University Entrance award for Women in Engineering

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