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Carleton Chancellor’s Scholarship
$32,000 Apply by Mar 1
$32,000 ($8,000 a year for four years)
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Carleton Chancellor’s Scholarship
Carleton University
Get $32,000 over four years if you are entering Carleton University from high school or CEGEP with a 90% average.
Published by G Paul · last checked September 26, 2026
Total value
$32,000
Deadline
Mar 1, 2027
Level
High school, CEGEP
What you will need
- Completed 2027-2028 Application for Prestige Scholarships form (filled out in Adobe)
- Signed reference letter from your referee
- Your Carleton University student number
- Submission via email to awards@carleton.ca
About this award
You can receive $32,000 in total, which is paid as $8,000 per year for four years. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are a high-achieving student leader who has balanced a strong academic record with significant involvement in your school or local community. The application opens in October 2026, and you must email it to awards@carleton.ca by March 1, 2027. If that date falls on a weekend, you have until the first working day after the deadline to apply. You will need to check with Carleton University to confirm how and when they will notify you of the results. A selection committee chooses the ten winners based on your admission average and the range of your community or secondary school extra-curricular activities. Ask Carleton University how many students typically apply so you can judge your odds. One application form is used for all of Carleton's Prestige Scholarships, so the same application also considers you for the Richard Lewar Entrance Scholarship (seven at $21,500), the Carleton University Scholarship of Excellence (three at $20,000), the Carleton University SHAD Scholarship (two at $20,000), the Jay Woo and CAA Scholarship ($20,000) and the Riordon Scholarship (one, full tuition for four years, capped at the Canadian domestic tuition amount). Ask Carleton 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. To keep this scholarship for all four years, you must maintain an annual GPA of 10.0 (A- standing). Confirm with Carleton University if there are any other requirements to remain eligible.
Who qualifies
You must have an admission average of 90% or better and have demonstrated leadership roles in your extra-curricular activities throughout school. You are eligible only if you are entering Carleton University directly from high school or CEGEP (the public post-secondary college system in Quebec). You must be pursuing post-secondary studies for the first time; if you have previously attended any college or university (excluding CEGEP), you are not eligible.
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 high school or CEGEP students
How to apply
Read the award's official page
Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.
Ask for reference letters2 weeks
Give your referees at least two weeks' notice, and send them your résumé.
Submit your application
Save a copy, and submit at least a day before the deadline shown above.
Tips for applying
- Extra-CurricularsAvoid just listing your clubs and sports. Instead, describe the specific leadership roles you held and the impact you made. Detail one project where your initiative led to a measurable result.
- ReferencesAvoid having your referee write a generic letter of support. Instead, ask them to provide specific examples of your character and achievements. Ensure the letter is physically or electronically signed before you attach it.
- StrategyAvoid rushing the PDF form. Instead, download the file to your computer and use Adobe to fill it out carefully. Double-check that your student number is included in your submission email to prevent processing delays.
- RealismAvoid assuming a 90% average is enough to win. Instead, remember that only ten of these scholarships are awarded. Focus on showcasing your unique contributions outside the classroom to stand out from other high-average applicants.
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 March 1, 2027. Submit a day or two early: application sites get busy at the end.
Can international students apply?
Yes. It is open to Canadian citizens, permanent residents and international students.
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