Hugh Douglas Hennessy Memorial Graduate Award in Economics

Lakehead University

Get $631.00 if you achieve the highest average in your first-year core economics courses.

Published by G Paul · last checked October 23, 2026

Total value

$631

Deadline

Feb 2, 2027

Level

Graduate

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What you will need

Completed General Application submitted through the Lakehead University awards portal

About this award

You get $631.00. 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 graduate student specializing in economics at Lakehead University. You must apply by February 2, 2027. When you apply, ask Lakehead University how and when you will hear back — whether by email, the portal, or phone. Winners are chosen automatically based on who achieves the highest overall average in the four core theory courses completed during the first year of study in the Master of Arts (Economics) degree program. Since you are automatically considered via your General Application, ask Lakehead University how many students typically compete for this single award 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're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Lakehead University whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

You must be enrolled in the Master of Arts (Economics) degree program at Lakehead University. To win, you must achieve the highest overall average in the four core theory courses completed during the first year of study.

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 graduate students
Studying Economics

How to apply

Read the award's official page
Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.
Submit your application
Save a copy, and submit at least a day before the deadline shown above.

Tips for applying

Academic RecordAvoid focusing only on your overall GPA. Instead, prioritize your performance in the four core theory courses, as these specific grades determine the winner. Check your syllabus to identify which courses count as core theory.
RealismAvoid assuming this is a guaranteed bursary. Instead, remember that this is a competitive award given only to the student with the highest average. Plan your budget based on other funding sources first.

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 February 2, 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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