Patrick Murphy Memorial Bursary

What you will need

• ✓ Submit application through the Holland College awards portal
• ✓ Answer supplemental question regarding residency in West Prince within the last three years

About this award

You can receive a $400.00 bursary. As a bursary, this money is yours to keep — there is nothing to repay. This is for you if you are a student from West Prince who is pursuing your education at Holland College. You must apply by November 1, 2026. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, phone, or through the portal. Holland College lists this award's criteria on its official page (see Who qualifies). Ask Holland College how winners are picked among the students who meet them and how many usually apply, so you can judge your odds. Ask Holland College 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 Holland College whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

You can apply if you are any student from West Prince taking any Holland College program. A preference will be given to students in the Hotel & Restaurant Operations Management program.

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 post-secondary students

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

   Submit your application

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

Tips for applying

• ResidencyAvoid giving a vague answer about where you live. Instead, clearly state your connection to West Prince. Mention specifically that you have lived in West Prince within the last three years.
• SupportAvoid submitting your application without checking for errors. Instead, ask a teacher or counselor to review your portal submission. This ensures your residency details are easy to find.
• StrategyAvoid ignoring the program preference. Instead, if you are in the Hotel & Restaurant Operations Management program, highlight this prominently in your profile. Make sure the selection committee sees you fit the preferred category immediately.
• RealismAvoid assuming this award is guaranteed because of your location. Instead, treat it as a supplement to your other funding. Apply for multiple bursaries at Holland College to increase your total support.

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