Pamela and Richard Joho Scholarship

What you will need

• ✓ Completed application for admission and scholarships by March 1
• ✓ Most recent academic transcript
• ✓ Grade 12 course list (required if applying for early admission with Grade 11 marks)

About this award

You can receive a minimum of $20,000 total, which breaks down to at least $5,000 per year. 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 who balances strong grades with a life of athletics, community service, or student services. You must submit your application by March 1. When you apply, ask Mount Allison University how and when you will hear back — whether by email, phone, or through the application portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Mount Allison University how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds for this one award. Ask Mount Allison 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 award, you must maintain a 3.5 GPA with a course load of 30 course credits between the fall and winter term combined. Confirm with Mount Allison University if there are any other renewal conditions you need to meet.

Who qualifies

You must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada. You must be a full-time student in the Bachelor of Arts, Fine Arts, or Music programs. This award is for those entering from high school or transferring from another post-secondary institution. You also need a strong academic background and a record of participating in extra-curricular activities, such as athletics, community service, or student services. Note that you cannot combine this scholarship with other scholarships.

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 or permanent resident
• ✓ Open to high school or post-secondary students
• ✓ Studying Bachelor of Arts, Fine Arts or Music

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

   Order your transcript1–2 weeks

   Your school's registrar can take a week or two.

3. 3

   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 impact you had while volunteering or leading a team. Mention one specific project where your effort helped others.
• TranscriptsAvoid sending incomplete records. Instead, ensure your most recent transcripts are uploaded and that you include a Grade 12 course list if you are applying for early admission with Grade 11 marks.
• StrategyAvoid waiting until the last minute to apply for admission. Instead, submit your admission and scholarship application at the same time to ensure you meet the March 1 cutoff.
• RealismAvoid assuming grades alone will win this award. Instead, remember that only one award is offered, so focus on showing how your outside interests make you a well-rounded candidate.

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