Calgary Foundation · Regional
CREW Calgary Student Award
About this award
Get $5,000 for your tuition if you are a second-year or later undergraduate student in real estate-related fields — apply by June 1, 2026.
You can win one of two or more awards valued at $5,000 each. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are a student aiming for a career in commercial real estate and want to bring a diverse perspective to the industry. You must apply by June 1, 2026. When you apply, ask how and when you will hear back — whether it is through email, a portal, or a phone call. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Calgary Foundation how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. The money is applied directly to tuition rather than sent to you as cash. Confirm with Calgary Foundation if there are specific steps you need to take to ensure the funds reach your school account. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you are counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Calgary Foundation whether it is a one-time award or renewable and what you need to maintain.
Can you get it?
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident — citizenship requirement
- Undergraduate, Degree Program — study level
- Studying Architecture, Business/Commerce, Civil Engineering, Communications, Computer Science, Construction Project Management, Data Science, Economics, Environmental Design, Environmental Science, Information Technology, Interior Design, Policy Studies, Political Science, Structural Engineering, Sustainability, Urban Design, Urban Studies — field of study
How to apply
Review eligibility and gather your documents~1 hour
Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.
Draft and revise your essays~10 hours
Use the STAR framework. Be specific, show impact, proofread twice.
Submit by Jun 1, 2026~1 hour
Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.
More details
The biggest mistake is giving a vague answer about why you like real estate.
Winners instead describe a specific niche, like urban design or commercial leasing, and explain exactly how their degree prepares them for that role.
Many students just list their clubs.
Winners highlight a specific project where they led others to achieve a result, such as organizing a campus event or managing a local volunteer team.
Focus your application on the intersection of your specific major and the real estate world.
If you study Data Science, explain how big data is changing property valuation to show you understand the industry's future.